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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-12-17 Council Minutes REPORT OF SUB-COMMITTEE ON MINUTES TO THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND: THE SUB-COMMITTEE HAS INSPECTED THE MINUTES OF THE June 12,2017 MEETING OF THE COUNCIL AND FOUND THEM TO BE CORRECT. THEREFORE, WE RECOMMEND THE SAME BE APPROVED: TIM S OTT DAVID VARNER APPROVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL ON: June 26, 2017 ATTEST: `� YREEMAH FOlyLEW, CITY CLERK REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana met in the Council Chambers of the County-City Building on Monday, June 12th, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Council President Tim Scott and the Invocation was given by Pastor Amy Houghtaling of Hope Ministries South Bend, and Pledge to the Flag was given. ROLL CALL COUNCIL MEMBERS: Tim Scott 1"District, President Regina Williams-Preston 2nd District Randy Kelly 3rd District Jo M. Broden 4th District Dr. David Varner 5th District Oliver J. Davis 6th District, Vice President John Voorde At-Large Gavin Ferlic At-Large, Chairperson Committee of the Whole Karen L. White At-Large OTHERS PRESENT: Kareemah Fowler City Clerk Jennifer Coffman Chief Deputy Clerk Alkeyna Aldridge Deputy Clerk Graham Sparks Executive Assistant Clerk Aladean DeRose Interim Council Attorney Bob Palmer Council Attorney REPORT FROM THE SUB-COMMITTEE ON MINUTES Councilmember Karen White made a motion that the minutes of the May 22"d, 2017 meeting of the Council be accepted and placed on file. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. SPECIAL BUSINESS Councilmember Tim Scott announced that Bill No. 09-17 would be continued to July 24th, 2017. Councilmember Scott also took the time to welcome the new Council Attorney, Bob Palmer. 17-27 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, PUBLICLY COMMENDING AND HONORING THE SOUTH BEND ELKS LODGE 235 ON THEIR 125TH ANNIVERSARY Councilmember Oliver Davis, 1801 Nash Street, South Bend, IN, served as the presenter of this bill. Councilmember Davis called the members of the Elks Lodge who were present to the podium, then read the text of the resolution to the Council and public. Brandon Caudill, Exalted Ruler of Elks Lodge 235, South Bend, IN, stated that he is honored to receive this commendation and that the Elks Lodge is glad to be a part of the community. Mr. Caudill stated, We do a great many volunteer works and we hope to continue to have the funds and the membership to be able to do that. We appreciate being allowed to be here this evening. Jim Hackett, 809 Patterson Drive, South Bend, IN, stated that he was a past Exalted Ruler of the Lodge and the current Veteran Services Chairman. Mr. Hackett stated, Our Lodge was one of the very first to come on board with the Judge Robert Miller Veterans' Home. He stated that they have donated approximately $4,000 or$5,000 per year to the home and participate in many veterans' affairs. He thanked the Council for recognizing the Lodge on their 125th anniversary. 1 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Pat Karpinski, Membership Director of Elks Lodge 235, South Bend, IN, stated that she would invite all present to join the Lodge. Councilmember Karen White stated, I would like to just say congratulations on one-hundred and twenty-five (125) years of service, not only to the Lodge itself but also to the South Bend community. It's very wonderful to be able to sit here and be able to recognize each and every one of you on behalf of the organization in regards to the excellent work that you have done in our community, but also the various projects that you have supported throughout the years. Congratulations, and we wish you another one-hundred and twenty-five (125)years. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic stated, Congratulations on a really impressive milestone. Councilmember John Voorde stated, Thank you for all that you have done and all that you continue to do. Councilmember Dr. David Varner stated, Congratulations to you all. Best wishes for another one-hundred and twenty-five (125) years. Just as a matter of historical perspective,when I graduated from high school, I had dinner with my dad at the old Lodge downtown,next to the Tribune. It was a very grand event to have had dinner there. I remember it to this day. Councilmember Jo M. Broden stated, Thank you so much. Your impressive work in the community is well known, but this amplifies it even more so. Happy anniversary, and thank you very much. Councilmember Randy Kelly stated, As a young boy, I spent a lot of time swimming over at the Elks, and bowling with my mother,which are some of my fondest memories. Thank you so much for all of your work. Councilmember Regina Williams-Preston stated, I was just talking to someone about the really amazing work that so many people do in the community that doesn't often get this kind of recognition, but it's certainly appropriate at this time, at this amazing milestone,to say thank you, and to lift up all the wonderful things that you do, and to let you know how much we really appreciate all the support that you've given. It's the organizations like yours that really make this City what it is today. Thank you so much, and don't be surprised when I come down for a membership application, too. Councilmember Tim Scott stated, Thank you all for what you have done. It is truly an honor for us to recognize you. I think this is what is wonderful about this City and this Council—we bring all walks of life in and honor them in what they do. I'm a transplant from St. Louis. My dad was an Elk there. I spent many a time running around the Elks Club in St. Louis. It's truly an honor. I appreciate everything that you guys do. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. There were none from the public wishing to speak in favor of or opposition to this bill. Councilmember John Voorde made a motion to adopt Bill No. 17-27 by acclimation. Councilmember Dr. David Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 17-33 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, PUBLICLY CONGRATULATING MS. INDONESIA ("INDY") BROWN, A JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT, FOR HER ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND HER SELECTION BY MAYOR BUTTIGIEG AS THE 2017 SOUTH BEND MERIT AWARD WINNER FOR SCOUTING 2 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Councilmember Regina Williams-Preston, 838 North Elmer Street, South Bend, IN, served as the presenter of this bill. Councilmember Williams-Preston welcomed Indonesia Brown to join her at the podium and read the text of the resolution to the Council and public. Councilmember Williams-Preston then invited family members of Ms. Brown to speak. Dr. Kenneth Spells, Superintendent of the South Bend Community School Corporation, South Bend, IN, stated, I am so proud, today, to be here to recognize Indonesia Brown. This is a favorite part of my job, recognizing students—graduation and recognizing students. Dr. Spells stated that Ms. Brown has a 3.8467 GPA, that she is an Ivy student, a Mock Trial State participant, Best Witness Award winner at the Regional Mock Trial Competition, a member of the Mayor's Youth Task Force, a member of the John Adams High School Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program, a member of the John Adams High School Band, Student Body President, and a member of Team South Bend. Dr. Spells stated, Thank you for recognizing one (1) of our students. Samuel Brown, 222 East Navarre Street, South Bend, IN, thanked Mayor Buttigieg for starting the Youth Task Force. Mr. Brown also thanked the Council for the signing of the resolution, and thanked Interim Council Attorney Aladean DeRose for composing the resolution. He thanked Dr. Spells for being present at the meeting and speaking of Indonesia Brown's accomplishments. He stated that the person responsible for keeping the Brown family together was her grandmother, Lucy Brown. Jasmine Brown, 230 Sadie Street, South Bend, IN, stated, Proud community member, proud neighbor, and also tonight, a very, very proud mom. To Indonesia: eagles fly high—not to make others feel inferior, but to reach new heights. Soar above the storms and the clouds, and encourage others to look up and soar higher, as well. Ms. Brown stated that there are three (3) rules that her household lives by: to act as if someone is watching; to not squander the blessings given by God, or they will be given to someone more deserving; to treat the family name like a brand name. She stated that her daughter has achieved more than she has, and in less time, expressing thanks for the role models Indonesia has had in her life as she aspires to become President of the United States of America. She stated, Indonesia, I'm so proud of you. I only wish I could be half the person that you are one day. Lucy Brown, 222 East Navarre Street, South Bend, IN, stated, I was there when this child was born...and she's been on the move ever since. Ms. Brown congratulated her granddaughter, then revealed that Indonesia did not initially realize that she was being recognized this evening. Indonesia Brown, 230 Sadie Street, South Bend, IN, stated, I just want to clarify: Yes, before I was given this award, I thought my grandpa was receiving an award. So, earlier in the day I was leaving football practice, going home, getting dressed, thinking my grandpa was going to receive an award. Then, all of a sudden they're all looking at me and I'm so confused, and they say, "You didn't read the gigantic board that has your name right there?" Well, this is just great, and I would like thank you all for presenting me with this award. Councilmember Randy Kelly stated, Indy: wow, Best Witness Regional, by the way—that's big. The resolution would have been a lot shorter if they had listed things that you don't do. Except, I think it would have been empty. I'm so impressed with the work you've done. It just shows your commitment to the work, and that's so impressive to me. Congratulations. It's so well-deserved. Thank you for doing what you do. Councilmember Jo M. Broden stated, Congratulations to you. You overlap our children and I see you literally everywhere at Adams, in every setting. The really cool thing right from the get-go is that you don't just show up. You're in deep. You're committed, and it's really obvious. You are a leader. Embrace it. No one needs to tell you that, because it's all over. You see it, everybody sees it around you. I want to thank you for your leadership among your classmates and within our community. We are looking forward to hearing about all your accomplishments ahead. Great work and congratulations. Councilmember Dr. David Varner stated, Wow. I'm not sure there's anything I can add to that. What I see is a very successful young lady who has had great guidance all around. If you can take that and keep that in mind, you'll be fine. Keep it up. Congratulations. 3 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Councilmember Oliver Davis stated, The words that come to my mind remind me of my grandmother, when they were talking about remembering your roots and the fact that you were born rich. When you look at your grandparents, look at your mother, look at your family; you look at the Superintendent who is here to honor you, and the teachers—it's amazing, because your roots go deep. Your Brown roots go deep. Like your mom was talking about: you're a Brown. When you remember your roots, it helps you to be able to be strong no matter what the situation is in your life. The stronger the roots, the better the tree. That's the way I look at it with you. Continue to do well, continue to soar like an eagle—an Adams eagle—and may God bless you. Councilmember John Voorde stated, We can all feel good about the future of this community when we hear about and honor people like you who have made a commitment to everything you've done. Congratulations also to Ms. Brown and the Brown family for supporting this remarkable young lady. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic stated, Congratulations, and I'm excited to see what you're going to do in the future. Councilmember Karen White stated, I don't know where to start. I'm very emotional at this point, because it speaks to the great work that individuals have poured into you—from your mother, your grandparents—and the quality of education that you have received from the South Bend Community School Corporation. I can't underscore that, because as you begin to look at the fact that you're a member of Team South Bend and you have a responsibility to make sure that others that come after you,that they understand the importance of education, the importance of being involved—but also, as your mother has shared with us, she has instilled in you why you must do what you do, and also the value of giving back to this community. I met you about a year ago when our sorority at Indiana University launched Using Our Voices. You were on the high school panel, and we had about six(6) college students, and you held your own. I've never been so proud of you. Then when we repeated that panel, when we were asked to be part of the Martin Luther King city-wide celebration,you were on that panel. Even when your grandfather came to the podium to ask us a question, you held your own. So, we are very proud of you. Continue to move forward and always remember that you are a part of Team South Bend. Thank you so much. And I thank Dr. Spells for coming and for being a part of this presentation, as well. Councilmember Tim Scott stated, So, Indy, one of the disadvantages of being president is that I don't get to say all these nice things like everybody else. They already did it for me. Absolutely wonderful. But, it's amazing the foundation that you have.Not everybody has that. So, remember that and always pass it on. I think you know that. What a bright star you are within this family. Thank you so much for what you have done and what you are going to do, and remember everyone else around you and help those that are around you,too. There are small kids that are going to be looking up to you and you should pass on that knowledge. The beautiful thing about this resolution: the City has been around since 1865—you are now a part of history. You, your kids, your grandkids, your great great grandkids can all look this up and see what you've done and how you've been honored. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Those wishing to speak in favor of this bill: Jesse Davis, P.O. Box 10205, South Bend, IN, stated that he has known Samuel Brown and Jasmine Brown for some time, and that Jasmine has taught her household to work hard for what they want in life. Mr. Davis congratulated Indonesia Brown for all of her accomplishments. None from the public wished to speak in opposition to this bill. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to adopt Bill No. 17-33 by acclamation. Councilmember Oliver Davis seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICES 4 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Representing the City Administration: Angela Kouters, Interim Chief of Staff Suzanna Fritzberg, Deputy Chief of Staff RESOLVE INTO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE At 7:35 p.m. Councilmember Karen White made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole. Councilmember Dr. David Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic, Chairperson,presiding. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic explained the procedures to be followed for tonight's meeting in accordance with Article 1, Section 2-11 of the South Bend Municipal Code. PUBLIC HEARINGS BILL NO. 09-17 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1237 & 1303 IRONWOOD DRIVE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 4 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmember John Voorde made a motion to continue Bill No. 09-17 until July 2411, 2017. Councilmember Oliver Davis seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 32-17 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA TO ISSUE ITS "TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2017 (STUDEBAKER PROJECT)" AND APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING OTHER ACTIONS IN RESPECT THERETO Councilmember Gavin Ferlic, Chair of the Community Investment Committee, reported that they met this afternoon and send this bill forward with a favorable recommendation. James Mueller, Executive Director of the Department of Community Investment, with offices on the 14th Floor of the County-City Building, South Bend, IN, served as the presenter of this bill. Mr. Mueller stated, It's an exciting day for the Renaissance District. This is the final stop to unlock financing for the transformation of the fagade of Building 84, which is a fixture of downtown. This is the final piece of the economic development agreement that the City entered into back in 2012. Since then, the developer has met and exceeded the timeframe for investing his promised $10,000,000 into the area. At this time, this is the last piece of$3,500,000 of River West TIF dollars to go into the project to be matched by $3,500,000 of Regional Cities dollars, and the remainder being the primary investment. Part of the agreement was to increase the number of big-paying jobs to one-hundred and thirty(13 0) from forty (40) and, as I said before, the $10,000,000 investment. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Those wishing to speak in favor of this bill: Lou Pierce, 16800 Hidden Valley Drive, Granger, IN, stated he is excited to see what has been happening in the Renaissance District. Mr. Pierce stated, This may surprise people, but next time you're driving from Chicago back into South Bend, take a good look at the skyline. You're probably used to seeing the Golden Dome and the Chase Building a few miles out. If you really look hard—and it shouldn't be that hard—the biggest thing on the horizon is Building 84. It's the largest building in Northern Indiana, but we've all learned to blot it out because it's a blight. A 5 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 year from today, it will be a beacon. It will be bringing entrepreneurs, inventors, investors just transforming the way this giant building works. Kevin Smith, 635 South Lafayette Boulevard, thanked everyone for their support of the project. Mr. Smith stated, The good news is really that the hard, strenuous work is done. But with this fagade, it will help the community believe in itself again. It will help transform some of the most eroded portions of our community, and I'm expecting that we'll lift them up and provide the jobs that were lost. My personal goal is that I want to exceed the jobs that were lost at Studebaker and put us in a position to lead in the 21St Century. None from the public wished to speak in opposition to this bill. Councilmember Tim Scott made a motion to send Bill No. 32-17 to the full Council with a favorable recommendation. Councilmember Oliver Davis seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) y RISE AND REPORT Councilmember Karen White made a motion to rise and report to full Council. Councilmember Regina Williams-Preston seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend reconvened in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the County-City building at 7:43 p.m. Council President Tim Scott presided with nine (9) members present. BILLS—THIRD READING BILL NO. 32-17 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA TO ISSUE ITS "TAXABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS, SERIES 2017 (STUDEBAKER PROJECT)"AND APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING OTHER ACTIONS IN RESPECT THERETO Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to pass Bill No. 32-17. Councilmember Dr. David Varner seconded the motion which carried by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. RESOLUTIONS BILL NO. 17-26 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, STRONGLY ENDORSING AND RECOMMENDING IMPLEMENTATION OF A PILOT EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM TO REDUCE PANHANDLING WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND AND FOR AN APPROPRIATION WITHIN THE 2018 CITY BUDGET OF MONIES TO FUND SUCH PILOT PROGRAM Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to accept Substitute Bill No. 17-26. Councilmember Jo M. Broden seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 6 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Councilmember Karen White, Chair of the Personnel and Finance Committee, reported that they met this afternoon and send this bill forward with a favorable recommendation. Councilmember Oliver Davis, 1801 Nash Street, South Bend, IN, served as the presenter of this bill. Councilmember Davis thanked sponsors Councilmembers White, Voorde, and Williams- Preston for their contribution to this resolution. Councilmember Davis explained that municipalities throughout the nation have been trying to find a solution to panhandling that does not involve outlawing the act. He stated that many such municipalities have looked to the City of Albuquerque for an example of what to do. Councilmember Davis presented for the Council and public a clip from a news broadcast detailing Portland, Maine's program of giving panhandlers jobs. He presented a video of another(unidentified) city program that hires panhandlers for city- beautifying jobs like weed-pulling for$9 per hour, a few days a week. Councilmember Davis then stated that the City of South Bend has a responsibility to ignite a movement similar to what was depicted in the two (2) videos and take care of its citizens. He invited the other sponsors of the bill to the podium to share their thoughts. Councilmember Regina Williams-Preston stated that one (1) of the things that she has enjoyed while being a member of the Council has been the opportunity to help people. Councilmember Williams-Preston stated, I thank you, Councilman Davis, for bringing this specific issue around panhandling to the fore. I think that it's something that is going to help our community, help people feel safe, help people get a hand up—as the video talked about—rather than just a handout, and give people dignity in a space where they're really struggling. Councilmember John Voorde stated, This, I think, was a resolution that was pretty easy to support. Not because of any specificity about money or a particular program that might be seen as an answer. It's a complex problem that is going to require some complex solutions. I think it, more importantly, was a signal on the part of the Council to the Administration that as the 2018 budget is crafted, that we hope it's done collaboratively and in the spirit of helping people; that it be quality-of-life focused. Councilmember Karen White stated, I did not have any hesitation in becoming a co-sponsor. Clearly, during the committee discussions, we realized that this is just a small piece as we look at the bigger picture, in terms of how do we discuss those quality-of-life issues that not only impact individuals but also the city at-large. Councilmember Davis stated, I really hope that the other cities and government entities such as the City of Mishawaka, St. Joseph County—where I believe a lot of the resources should come from. Many of these kinds of services were done in the past when Madison Center was here, but when they died we had Oaklawn that picked up some parts and Memorial that picked up others, but we have had gaps in the system ever since. This helps us to really encourage those in the community who are already doing things. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Those wishing to speak in favor of this bill: Jesse Davis, P.O. Box 10205, South Bend, IN, stated that this is a good first step in the right direction. Mr. Davis stated that most panhandlers are not homeless, but need help regardless. He stated that some of them are disabled and on Social Security, but that that is not enough to make ends meet. He added that many have drug problems. Mr. Davis stated, It's a huge problem, a huge picture that's multifaceted with mental health and drug addiction problems. We need to address all of them, but I think this is a step in the right direction, and I think we need to do this now and not wait and see what happens in the fall when budget time comes. Jason Banicki-Critchlow, 3822 West Ford Street, South Bend, IN, stated that this is an easy ordinance to support and that it is a good first step. Mr. Banicki-Critchlow stated, We also know we have some programs coming online with the new homeless housing project over there,just off of Indiana Street. That will come with additional resources for support. We know the Center for the Homeless has some resources that we can tap into. The money doesn't necessarily have to come from the City, but it's a good start to prime the pump. 7 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Whitney Humphrey, 3106 Rednickle Court, Apartment 9Z, South Bend, IN, stated that she is in favor of the pilot program but that the City should go further by ticketing and fining panhandlers, who have homes and nice cars, that are scamming citizens. Sharon Banicki, 3822 Ford Street, South Bend, IN, stated that she likes the program. Ms. Banicki stated, I know it's got its faults, its holes, but don't let that stop it. Don't get hung up on the details. Do whatever it takes to give the people that want another opportunity a decent way to earn money. None from the public wished to speak in opposition to this bill. Councilmember Williams-Preston stated, I would like to volunteer District 2. As Mr. Banicki- start with helping out Code Enforcement. Critchlow pointed out, rt would be a great place to p g Councilmember Williams-Preston pointed out that, in the substitute bill,the words"panhandling and poverty"were added to the title. She clarified that she is for the program but cautioned against expanding the program to poverty and putting a band-aid over those poverty issues. She stated, I want to make sure that we keep that laser-focus so that we don't dilute the program. Councilmember Broden stated, There is an opportunity here...but we have not defined the opportunity. The who, what, where,when, why—all of those components, all the questions,the answers to those—that's where all the really hard work begins. If this is launching that deeper and wider conversation, I can be very supportive of that. She commended the bill's sponsors for incorporating changes that were suggested by other Councilmembers and also for not setting a specific dollar amount for the program's funding, as she expects that those numbers would be exceeded. She stated, We do need to define what the issues are and what our challenges are so that we know what the best possible shot at a solution could be. She expressed hope that this program would work in concert with current programs, such as Councilmember Scott's downtown program, that have been trying to tackle the panhandling issue already. Councilmember Dr. Varner stated there needs to be access to other funding besides the City of South Bend. He stated, I think we should focus on panhandling. I think you need a task force of thousands for just poverty. Councilmember Dr. Varner stated that if the program tackling panhandling were successful, maybe aspects of it could in the future be applied to solving poverty. He emphasized that this should not be viewed as an issue to be solved by only the municipality,but rather by a combination of institutions. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic thanked the sponsors for bringing forward this program. Councilmember Davis stated that he is open to focusing the aim of the program on panhandling. Councilmember Regina Williams-Preston made a motion to strike from the title of Substitute Bill No. 17-26 the words "and Poverty" and create a Second Substitute Bill No. 17-26. Councilmember Karen White seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Scott thanked the sponsors for the resolution, stating that he wants to challenge the sponsors to delve into the hard work and collaboration necessary to get his job done. He stated that there has been a lot of talk on the issue of panhandling but lamented that there has so far been no action. He stated that he believes that between the Council and Administration, there is enough intelligence to figure out how to accomplish this task and how to fund it. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to adopt Second Substitute Bill No. 17-26. Councilmember Karen White seconded the motion which carried by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. 17-29 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF SCRAP METAL/JUNK DEALERS/RECYCLING OPERATION LICENSES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2017 PURSUANT TO SECTION 4-51 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE 8 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Councilmember Jo M. Broden, Chair of the Health and Public Safety Committee, reported that they met this afternoon and send this bill forward with a favorable recommendation. Kareemah Fowler, City Clerk, with offices on the 4th Floor of the County-City Building, South Bend, IN, served as the presenter of this bill. Ms. Fowler stated, This is procedural. This is a resolution. The actual scrap metal licenses were approved for all of thirteen (13) entities about a month ago. This is a straggler. The gentleman changed his operation slightly and thought that he did not need a scrap metal license, but he found out later on that he did. He actually had a license last year. It's all been approved by Code Enforcement, the Police Department, and the Fire Department. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. None from the public wished to speak in favor of or opposition to this bill. Councilmember Oliver Davis made a motion to adopt Bill No. 17-29. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic seconded the motion which carried by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Karen White made a motion to hear Bills No. 17-30, 17-31, and 17-32 together. Councilmember Oliver Davis seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 17-30 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING LEASE OF PARKING LOT LOCATED AT 214-216 WEST WAYNE STREET 17-31 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING LEASE OF BUILDING LOCATED AT 523 EAST JEFFERSON BLVD. 17-32 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING LEASE OF COMMUNITY ROOM LOCATED AT 211 SOUTH ST. PETER STREET, SOUTH BEND, IN 46617 Councilmember Karen White, Chair of the Personnel and Finance Committee, reported that they met this afternoon and send these bills forward with favorable recommendations. Michael Schmidt, Assistant City Attorney, with offices on the 12th Floor of the County-City Building, South Bend, IN, stated, I come before the Council following Indiana Statute 36 1-10-7, which requires Council approval of the resolution of leases that the City enters into for structures or parking lots. The first of the three (3) leases is Mary Coin Investments, LLC. It's for additional parking spaces for the City of South Bend employees. There are currently one-hundred and thirty (13 0) employees in the County-City Building that need parking spaces. We have approximately fifty (50) or so parking spaces at the lot that we refer to as the "Schillings Lot". This lease is for $1,400 a month, and that will provide the additional seventy (70)parking spaces necessary for the City staff. It's a five (5)year term. If the City wishes to renew the lease after five (5) years, we will be back in front of you with another set of approving signatures. Mr. Schmidt stated that the second lease is an agreement with what is now Shein Realty, LLC, for the space at 125 South Hill Street in South Bend. It is a unique lease in that it is a partnership with the ATF Disarm Task Force. The lease is for$10,175 for the year, but all that is reimbursed from the ATF itself. The third lease is between the City of South Bend Venues, Parks, and Arts and Zion United Church of Christ. Due to disruption to the facility that housed the Parks Department Senior Citizen Activity Center, Zion United Church of Christ has allowed the use of their Community Room by the Parks Department to provide the services there that were normally provided at the Senior Citizen Activity Center. The fee for this is $100 a month, and the lease will end March 31St, 2019, which is when the Senior Citizen Activity Center is expected to be rebuilt. 9 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. None wished to speak in favor of or opposition to this bill. Councilmember Davis thanked Mr. Schmidt for bringing this matter to the Council and encouraged him to do so in the future, in the spirit of collaboration. Councilmember Broden commended the Parks Department for working so quickly to relocate Senior Citizen Activity services and thanked Zion United Church for their generous lease terms. Mr. Schmidt clarified that there were no legal issues regarding the City entering into a lease with a religious organization as the City is not directly contributing to the religious community. He stated that Zion United Church is in charge of plowing and clearing the walkways,but the City had it written into the lease the freedom to supplement those services to make sure that seniors are being appropriately accommodated. Councilmember Broden asked if the name of the entity on the second lease needed to be changed. Mr. Schmidt stated that the name should be Shein Realty, LLC, and that it should be correctly written in the body of the resolution. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to adopt Bill No. 17-30. Councilmember Jo M. Broden seconded the motion which carried by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to adopt Bill No. 17-32. Councilmember Oliver Davis seconded the motion which carried by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to adopt Bill No. 17-31. Councilmember Dr. David Varner seconded the motion which carried by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. BILLS FIRST READING BILL NO. 33-17 FIRST READING ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1709 W. LINCOLNWAY, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 2 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to send Bill No. 33-17 to the Zoning and Annexation Committee for Second and Third Reading on June 26th, 2017. Councilmember Oliver Davis seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 34-17 FIRST READING ON AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4640 SOUTH MICHIGAN STREET; 237, 305, AND 313 REASOR STREET; 4647, 4701, 4707, AND VACANT PARCEL SOUTH AND ADJACENT TO 4707 FELLOWS STREET; COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 5 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to send Bill No. 34-17 to the Zoning and Annexation Committee for Second and Third Reading on June 26h, 2017. Councilmember Karen White seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 10 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 35-17 FIRST READING ON AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: EAST/WEST ALLEY FROM PARK AVENUE TO FIRST NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY BETWEEN MANITOU AND RIVERSIDE Councilmember Dr. David Varner made a motion to send Bill No. 35-17 to the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee for Second and Third Reading on June 20, 2017. Councilmember Karen White seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 36-17 FIRST READING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR BUDGET TRANSFER FOR VARIOUS DEPARTMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA FOR THE YEAR 2017 Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to send Bill No. 36-17 to the Personnel and Finance Committee for Second and Third Reading on June 26th, 2017. Councilmember Jo M. Broden seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 37-17 FIRST READING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR CERTAIN DEPARTMENTAL AND CITY SERVICES OPERATIONS IN 2017 OF $40,000 FROM PARKS FUND (#201), $200,000 FROM MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY FUND (#202), $100,000 FROM DCI OPERATING FUND (#211), $3,000 FROM GIFT, DONATION, BEQUEST FUND (#217), $125,000 FROM LOCAL ROADS & STREETS FUND (#251), $28,000 FROM INDIANA RIVER RESCUE FUND (#291), $285,000 FROM PARKS CAPITAL FUND (#405), $295,000 FROM MORRIS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER CAPITAL FUND (#416), AND $1,000 FROM ERSKINE VILLAGE BOND FUND (#758) Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to send Bill No. 37-17 to the Personnel and Finance Committee for Second and Third Reading on June 26th, 2017. Councilmember Oliver Davis seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 38-17 FIRST READING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR CERTAIN DEPARTMENTAL AND ENTERPRISE OPERATIONS IN 2017 OF $891,089 FROM EMS CAPITAL FUND (#287) Councilmember Gavin Ferlic made a motion to send Bill No. 38-17 to the Personnel and Finance Committee for Second and Third Reading on June 26th, 2017. Councilmember Karen White seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business this evening. NEW BUSINESS 11 REGULAR MEETING JUNE 12, 2017 Councilmember Oliver Davis stated that if anyone wanted to join him in sponsoring the text amendment proposed by Angela Smith, he is welcome to it. Councilmember Tim Scott announced that on June 14th, 2017 at the New Northwest Neighborhood Association, at 6:30 p.m., there would be more discussion on duck ponds. Councilmember Scott also announced that the State FOP meeting is in South Bend, at which National FOP members will be present as well. Councilmember Karen White stated that it has come to her attention that some citizens feel that it is a waste of time to come to Council meetings because the Council does not respond to them. To that end, she stated that she would meet with members of the Council to figure out how to better respond to citizens. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR Sharon Banicki, 3822 Ford Street, South Bend, IN,thanked the department heads and Councilmembers that were present at Mayor's Night Out at Harrison School. Ms. Banicki stated that she found most of the department heads approachable and that the event was enjoyable. She stated that she has been working with Ed and Randy from Code Enforcement and has found the experience very satisfying, adding that they need to be commended for the way in which they work with and for the City. Jesse Davis, P.O. Box 10205, South Bend, IN, stated that citizens have brought up issues to the Council for a long time and few resolutions have been written to solve these issues. Mr. Davis stated that these issues are often dusted under the rug. He stated that things like the Citizens Review Board never came to fruition, and as a result citizens don't trust the Council to acknowledge or solve the problems they bring to them. He also pointed out that because of this, many things going on in places like the Police Department or even South Bend schools are only reported anonymously and are not properly disseminated to the public. He stated, When you've got things being covered up like teachers having sex with students, students hazing other students by putting their fingers in their rectums—and they're not punished. They're allowed to transfer to another school in a different county so they can finish their sporting careers. This is stuff the public should know. The parents who have children in these schools should know what's going in these schools. This stuff has just been put in a closet and locked away. Jason Banicki-Critchlow, 3822 Ford Street, South Bend, IN, stated that the increase in the Dispatch Center's staff should not be something that takes time. He stated that it needs to happen immediately, as they are the people that help keep our communities safe. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, President Tim Scott adjourned the meeting at 8:52 p.m. 1?