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REGULAR MEETINGOCTOBER 10, 2005
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, October 10, 2005 at 7:00
p.m. The meeting was called to order by Council President Charlotte D. Pfeifer and the
Invocation and Pledge to the Flag were given.
ROLL CALL
COUNCILMEMBERS:
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Present: Charlotte Pfeifer 2 District President
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Roland Kelly 3 District Chairperson, Committee of the Whole
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Ann Puzzello 4 District
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David Varner 5 District
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Ervin Kuspa 6 District
Timothy Rouse At-Large
Al “Buddy” Kirsits At-Large
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Absent: Derek D. Dieter 1 District
Karen L. White At-Large Vice-President
OTHERS PRESENT:
Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand Council Attorney
John Voorde City Clerk
Mary Beth Wisniewski Chief Deputy
Janice I. Talboom Deputy City Clerk
REPORT FROM THE SUB-COMMITTEE ON MINUTES
To the Common Council of the City of South Bend: The sub-committee has inspected
the minutes of the September 26, 2005, meeting of the Council and found them to be
correct.
Therefore, we recommend the same be approved.
s/Charlotte D. Pfeifer
s/David Varner
Councilmember Puzzello made a motion that the minutes of the September 26, 2005,
meeting of the Council be accepted and placed on file. Councilmember Kuspa seconded
the motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
SPECIAL BUSINESS
There was no new business to come before the Council at this time.
REPORTS OF CITY OFFICES
Councilmember Kirsits advised that at the October 24, 2005 meeting of the Council, City
Engineer Gary Gilot will give an update on Bill No. 72-05 – Sewage Rates; 73-05 – Solid
Waste Rates and 74-05 – Leaf Removal and Collection Rates.
RESOLVE INTO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
At 7:05 p.m., Councilmember Varner made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the
Whole. Councilmember Puzzello seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of
nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Kelly, Chairperson, Committee of the Whole, presiding.
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Councilmember Kelly explained the procedures to be followed for tonights meeting in
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accordance with Article 1, Section 2-11 of the South Bend Municipal Code and that
pamphlets were available to the pubic, which outline the Council rules and procedures,
and are located on the railing in the Council Chambers.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
BILL NO. 34-05 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL AMENDING
THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED IN THE 3400 BLOCK OF
NORTHSIDE BOULEVARD, SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT #3, IN
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
Councilmember Puzzello made a motion to continue this bill indefinitely at the request of
the petitioner. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice
vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILL NO. 49-05 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL AMENDING
THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2920 EDISON RD,
COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT #4 IN THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
Councilmember Kuspa, Chairperson, Zoning & Annexation Committee, reported that this
committee held a meeting this afternoon and it was the consensus of the committee to
send this bill to the full Council with a favorable recommendation.
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Mr. P. J. Thuringer, Staff Planner, Area Plan Commission, 11 Floor County-City
Building, South Bend, Indiana, presented the report from the Commission.
Mr. Thuringer advised that the petitioner is requesting a zone change from “MF1”
Multifamily Residential to “MU” Mixed Use to allow a combination of offices and
residential uses. On site is an existing two-story residential building. To the north are
single-family houses and a church zoned “SF1” Single-family and Two-family
residential. To the east is a church zoned “MF2” High-Density Multifamily and houses
zoned “SF1” single-Family and Two-family Residential To the south are apartments
zoned “MF2” High-Density Multifamily District. To the west are houses zoned “SF1”
Single-Family and Two-Family Residential. The “MU” Mixed Use District is established
to promote the development of the a dense urban village environment. The regulations
are intended to encourage all the elements of a traditional urban village, including:
storefront retail; professional offices; and, dwelling units located either in townhouse
developments or in the upper stories of mixed-use buildings. The development standards
in this district are designed to encourage a pedestrian oriented design throughout the
district, and maintain an appropriate pedestrian scale, massing and relationship between
buildings and structures within the district. The existing 2-story building, which covers
13% of the site, is set back roughly 40’ from the Edison Road right of way. The parking
area totals 4300 square feet, or 44% of the site, and eight parking spaces are shown.
Foundation and residential buffer yard landscaping are not shown but will be required. In
January of 2005, the Common Council approved the rezoning of 3055 E. Edison Road
with written commitments limiting the use to a full service beauty salon. Prior to this, the
commercial development along Edison had been limited to the intersections of Ironwood
road, approximately a half mile to the west and Hickory Road, approximately .4 miles to
the east. This petition to rezone is located 400’ to the southwest of the above referenced
beauty salon. There is a traffic signal at the intersection of Crestwood Blvd, and Edison
road. Edison Road is a four-land road at this location. According to the site plan, a 33’
curb cut exists on Edison Road. According to MACOG’s traffic counting program,
westbound Edison road west of Hickory Road has 31,509 cars per day in 2002.
Eastbound traffic on Edison Road measured east of Ironwood Road counted 18,904 cars
per day. The site is served by City of South Bend municipal water and sanitary sewer.
Mr. Thuringer further advised that the Area Plan Commission at its public hearing on
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Tuesday, September 20, 2005, and sends this bill to the Council with a favorable
recommendation, subject to Written Commitments limiting the use to professional offices
and apartments. The traffic signal at Crestwood Blvd., should allow ingress/egress to be
unencumbered. Any traffic produced by the professional office uses should not impact
the neighborhood negatively. Written commitments will keep the property from high
impact uses such as retail.
Mr. Joe Grabill, 2410 N. Grape Road, Suite 100, Mishawaka, Indiana, made the
presentation on behalf of the petitioner Charles H. Cooper.
Mr. Grabill advised that the property sought to be rezoned is located at 2920 Edison
Road, South Bend, Indiana. They are requesting that this property be rezoned from
“MF1” Urban Corridor Multifamily Residential to “MU” Mixed use to allow for a
combination of offices and residential uses. Mr. Grabill agreed to the written
commitments limited the use to professional offices and apartments.
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 being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in
opposition to this bill, Councilmember Varner made a motion for favorable
recommendation to full Council concerning this bill. Councilmember Kuspa seconded
the motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILL NO. 70-05 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 13,
ARTICLE 4, SECTION 13-57 AND 13-57.05 OF
THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE TO
CLARIFY PROHIBITED NOISES WITHIN THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
Councilmember Kelly advised that the above-mentioned bill is a scrivener’s error and
will be heard at the Council’s October 24, 2005 meeting.
BILL NO. 71-05 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA APPROPRIATING $324,956
RECEIVED FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
JUSTICE FOR THE WEED & SEED PROGRAM
Councilmember Kelly, Chairperson, Personnel and Finance Committee, reported that this
committee held a Public Hearing on this bill this afternoon and sends it to the full Council
with a favorable recommendation.
Ms. Pamela Meyer, Director, Community Development, 224 W. Jefferson Blvd, South
Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill.
Ms. Meyer advised that this bill would allow for the appropriation of two Weed & Seed
Department of Justice grant awards. The third year grant of $224,956 for the period of
January 1, 2005 – December 31, 2005, and the Supplemental Grant Award for $100,000
for the period of October 1, 2005 – September 20, 2006. Third year funds are being used
for programming related to the Weed & Seed required areas of Law Enforcement,
Community Policing and, Prevention, Intervention and Treatment activities, which
include Safe Havens. These activities build upon the first two years of programming.
The Supplemental funds are a separate opportunity provided to communities who, due to
a policy change by Justice, will no longer be eligible to submit for a fifth year of funding
under the Weed & Seed designation. The supplemental funds were offered specifically
for program activities at public housing sites in Weed & Seed areas. The residents of the
LaSalle Park Homes will be provided those programs/services
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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 being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in
opposition to this bill, Councilmember Rouse made a motion for favorable
recommendation to full Council concerning this bill. Councilmember Varner seconded
the motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILL NO. 56-05 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, SETTING THE ANNUAL
SALARIES FOR THE MAYOR AND FOR THE
CITY CLERK FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2006
Councilmember Kelly, Chairperson, Personnel and Finance Committee, reported that this
committee held a Public Hearing on this bill this afternoon and sends it to the full Council
with a favorable recommendation.
Mr. John Voorde, South Bend City Clerk, 2633 Aspen Way, South Bend, Indiana, made
the presentation for this bill.
Mr. Voorde advised that this bill would allow for the annual compensation for the Mayor
and City Clerk for the calendar year 2006.
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 being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in
opposition to this bill, Councilmember Kuspa made a motion for favorable
recommendation to full Council concerning this bill. Councilmember Varner seconded
the motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
RISE AND REPORT
Councilmember Varner made a motion to rise and report to the full Council.
Councilmember Kuspa seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7)
ayes.
ATTEST: ATTEST:
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John Voorde, City Clerk Roland Kelly, Chairperson
Committee of the Whole
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 7:50 p.m. Council
President Charlotte D. Pfeifer presided with seven (7) members present.
BILLS, THIRD READING
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ORDINANCE NO. 9627-05 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE
ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2920 EDISON RD,
COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT #4 IN THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
This bill had third reading. Councilmember Varner made a motion to pass this bill.
Councilmember Puzzello seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll
call vote of seven (7) ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 9628-05 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
APPROPRIATING $324,956 RECEIVED
FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF
JUSTICE FOR THE WEED & SEED
PROGRAM
This bill had third reading. Councilmember Kelly made a motion to pass this bill.
Councilmember Puzzello seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll
call vote of seven (7) ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 9629-05 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, SETTING THE
ANNUAL SALARIES FOR THE MAYOR
AND FOR THE CITY CLERK FOR
CALENDAR YEAR 2006
This bill had third reading. Councilmember Varner made a motion to pass this bill.
Councilmember Kuspa seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call
vote of seven (7) ayes.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 3524-05 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
APPROVING A PETITION OF THE SOUTH
BEND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS FOR
THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3826
CLEVELAND ROAD, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
WHEREAS, Indiana Code Section 36-7-4-918.6, required the Common Council to give
notice pursuant to Indiana Code Section 5-14-1.5-5, of its intention to consider Petitions
from the Board of Zoning Appeals for approval or disapproval; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council must take action within thirty (30) days after
the Board of Zoning Appeals makes its recommendation to the Council; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council is required to make a determination in writing
on such requests pursuant to Indiana Code Section 36-7-4-918.4; and
WHEREAS, the South Bend Board of Zoning Appeals has made a
recommendation, pursuant to applicable state law.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, as follows:
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SECTION I. The Common Council has provided notice of the hearing on the
Petition from the Board of Zoning Appeals pursuant to Indiana Code Section 5-14-1.5-5,
requesting that a special exception be granted for the property located at 3826 Cleveland
Road to allow for an unmanned communications tower.
SECTION II. Following a presentation by the Petitioner, and after proper public
hearing, the Common Council hereby approves the Petition of the South Bend Board of
Zoning Appeals, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
SECTION III. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, hereby
finds that:
1. The approval will not be injurious to the public health, safety, morals, and
general welfare of the community;
2. The use and value of the area adjacent to the property included in the
special exception will not be affected in a substantially adverse manner;
3. The need for the special exception arises from specific conditions peculiar
to the property involved;
4. The strict application of the terms of the Zoning Ordinance will constitute
an unnecessary hardship if applied to the property for which this special exception is
sought; and
5. The approval does not interfere substantially with the Comprehensive Plan
adopted by the City of South Bend.
SECTION IV. Approval is subject to the Petitioner complying with the
reasonable conditions established by the Board of Zoning Appeals which are on file in
the office of the City Clerk.
SECTION V. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its
adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor.
s/Charlotte D. Pfeifer
Member of the Common Council
Councilmember Kuspa, Chairperson, Zoning and Annexation Committee, reported that
this Committee met this afternoon and it was the consensus of the Committee to send this
bill to the full Council with a favorable recommendation.
Mr. Don Fozo, St. Joseph County Building Commissioner, gave the Board of Zoning
Appeals report.
Mr. Fozo advised that the Board of Zoning Appeals held a public hearing on September
15, 2005, and sends this bill to the Common Council with a Favorable Recommendation.
Mr. Charles S. Hayes, 814 Marietta Street, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation
for this bill.
Mr. Hayes advised that the petitioned parcel is located at 3826 Cleveland Road. The
current site is vacant and is within LI Light Industrial Zoned District. Mr. Hayes stated
that he wishes to construct an unmanned communications tower on this site.
A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time.
There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in
opposition to this Resolution, Councilmember Varner made a motion to adopt this
Resolution. Councilmember Kuspa seconded the motion which carried and the
Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of seven (7) ayes.
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RESOLUTION NO. 3525-05 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND COMMON COUNCIL IN SUPPORT OF
THE CONTINUATION OF THE SOUTH BEND
ENTERPRISE ZONE
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Indiana Enterprise Zone Program is to encourage
capital investment, support job creation, and increase employment opportunities for zone
residents; and
WHEREAS, the City of South Bend, Indiana supports the Indiana Urban
Enterprise Zone program under the auspices of the Indiana Economic Development
Corporation as well as the goals and objectives of the South Bend Urban Enterprise
Association, leading to a public/private cooperative effort for redevelopment of distressed
properties and renewed opportunity for more disadvantaged members of the population;
and
WHEREAS, the South Bend Urban Enterprise Association Board of Directors
has, an approved 10 year plan, set policy, developed programmatic initiatives, and
coordinated the development and redevelopment of zone property ; and
WHEREAS, the South Bend Urban Enterprise Association is causing creative
programming to occur within the boundaries of the Enterprise Zone which will further
business development, and enhance opportunities for Enterprise Zone residents to
improve their quality of life; and
WHEREAS, the City of South Bend, Indiana commits to provide such benefits
within its powers to the enhance the benefits of the Indiana Enterprise Zone program,
such as Tax Increment Financing, Commercial Corridor Program, Community
Development Block Grant, and Tax Abatement among others; and
WHEREAS, Indiana House Enrolled Act 1120 (Public Law 214-2005) directs the
Common Council of the City of South Bend, to adopt a resolution either recommending
the continuing existence, or the termination, of the South Bend Enterprise Zone subject to
the renewal scheduled set forth in IC 4-4-6, 1-3 and
WHEREAS, for the reasons set forth above the Common Council of the City of
South Bend supports and desires the continuing existence of the South Bend Enterprise
Zone;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
South Bend, Indiana as follows:
Section I. The South Bend Common Council supports and recommends the
continuing existence of the South Bend Enterprise Zone, subject to the renewal
provisions set forth in IC 4-4-6.1-3
Section II. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its
adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor.
s/Charlotte D. Pfeifer
Member of the Common Council
Attest:
s/John Voorde
City Clerk
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Presented by me to the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana on the 11 day of
October, 2005 at 9:30 o’clock a.m.
s/Janice Talboom
Deputy City Clerk
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Approved and signed by me on the 11 day of October, 2005 at 9:30 o’clock a.m.
s/Stephen J. Luecke
Mayor, City of South Bend, Indiana
Councilmember Ann Puzzello, Chairperson, Community and Economic Development
Committee, reported that this committee held a Public Hearing on this bill this afternoon
and voted to send it to the full Council with a favorable recommendation.
Ms. Pam Meyer, Director, Community Development, 224 W. Jefferson Blvd., South
Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill.
Ms. Meyer advised that this bill is being presented on behalf of the Urban Enterprise
Association of South Bend, Inc. (UEA). The resolution will meet the requirement of
Indiana House Enrolled Act 1120 (Public Law 214-2005) which requires the governing
bodies of all existing Zone communities to recommend either continuing existence, or
termination, of their Enterprise Zone programs. This requirement has a deadline of
December 31, 2005. The previous Council resolution, adopted in October 2003
approving a plan and requesting a new 10-year designation from the State was approved,
and South Bend is designated for the period of 2004-2013. This new resolution is still
required to supplement the statement of support. Upon passage, a copy will be provided
to the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, the State entity managing the Zone
program.
A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time.
There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in
opposition to this Resolution, Councilmember Varner made a motion to adopt this
Resolution. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution
was adopted by a roll call vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILLS – FIRST READING
BILL NO. 72-05 FIRST READING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA AMENDING CHAPTER 17,
ARTICLE 2, DIVISION 4, SECTIONS 17-20, 17-
21, 17-23 AND 17-25 OF THE SOUTH BEND
MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADJUST REGULAR
SEWAGE RATES AND HEAVY DEMAND
SURCHARGE RATES AND TO CLARIFY
OTHER CODE PROVISIONS
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Puzzello made a motion to refer this bill to
the Utilities Committee and set it for Second Reading & Public Hearing on November 14,
2005 and Third Reading on November 28, 2005. Councilmember Varner seconded the
motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILL NO. 73-05 FIRST READING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16,
ARTICLE 2, SECTION 16-6 OF THE SOUTH
BEND MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE FOR
INCREASES TO RATES FOR COLLECTION OF
SOLID WASTE
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Puzzello made a motion to refer this bill to
the Utilities Committee and set it for Second Reading & Public Hearing on November 14,
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2005 and Third Reading on November 28, 2005. Councilmember Varner seconded the
motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILL NO. 74-05 FIRST READING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA AMENDING CHAPTER 9,
ARTICLE 4, SECTION 9-22 PROVIDING FOR
LEAF REMOVAL AND COLLECTION RATES
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Varner made a motion to refer this bill to the
Utilities Committee and set it for Second Reading & Public Hearing on November 14,
2005 and Third Reading on November 28, 2005. Councilmember Kuspa seconded the
motion which carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILL NO. 75-05 FIRST READING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, TO ISSUE ITS
ADJUSTABLE RATE DEMAND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS FOR THE
STANLEY CLARK SCHOOL, INCORPORATED
AND APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING
OTHER ACTIONS IN RESPECT THERETO
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Puzzello made a motion to refer this bill to
the Community and Economic Development Committee and set it for Public Hearing and
Third Reading on October 24, 2005. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which
carried by a voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
BILL NO. 76-05 FIRST READING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA AMENDING CHAPTER 2,
ARTICLE 1, SECTION 2-3.1 OF THE SOUTH
BEND MUNICIPAL CODE TO MODIFY THE
DATE OF THE MAYOR’S ANNUAL ADDRESS
TO THE COMMON COUNCIL
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Varner made a motion to refer this bill to the
Council Rules Committee and set it for Public Hearing and Third Reading on October 24,
205. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of seven
(7) ayes.
BILL NO. 77-05 FIRST READING ON A BILL OF THE
COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, ANNEXING TO AND
BRINGING WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND AMENDING
THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED IN GERMAN TOWNSHIP
CONTIGUOUS THEREWITH:
COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT #1, JOHN D.
GILLIS, SR., & JAY L. GILLIS REVOCABLE
TRUST DATED 2/12/2001, SOUTHEAST
CORNER OF PORTAGE ROAD & BRICK
ROAD, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
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This bill had first reading. Councilmember Rouse made a motion to refer this bill to the
Area Plan Commission. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a
voice vote of seven (7) ayes.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Councilmember Kirsits advised that the Utilities Committee will hold a Public Hearing
on Bill Nos. 72-05; 73-05 and 74-05 on November 14, 2005 and on October 24, 2005
Gary Gilot, City Engineer will give a report under Reports from City Offices.
NEW BUSINESS
Councilmember Varner advised that MACOG Michiana Area Council of Governments
will be meeting regarding Governor Daniels proposed changes to Road Improvements
and the next 10 year scheduling of repairs and improvements.
Councilmember Rouse advised that he has attended five (5) new conferences: 1. The
Lincolnway West Corridor announced that the new flower boxes would be placed in
various locations within the next couple of weeks. 2. The Weed & Seed Program will be
implemented at LaSalle Park Homes. 3. $156,000 has been awarded to twenty After
School Programs. These are great programs that offer safe, productive activities for kids,
and promote an anti-gang, non-violent message. 4. The Reception for the Sister City
Program with Azberg, Germany, was well attended. 5. The CSO Program was
announced at the Waste Water Treatment Plant.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
There was no one present wishing to address the Council at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, President Pfeifer adjourned
the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
ATTEST: ATTEST:
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John Voorde, City Clerk Charlotte D. Pfeifer, President
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