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Home My WebLink AboutEncouraging a Riverfront Redevelopment District along the Beautiful St. Joseph RiverAttest RESOLUTION 4163 -12 Passed by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana March 26, 12 20 Presented by me to the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana March 27, 20 12 City Clerk dent of Common Council City Clerk Approved and signed by me ') L) 20 IL. RESOLUTION NO. - ((c BILL NO. 12 -26 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, ENCOURAGING A RIVERFRONT REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL ST. JOSEPH RIVER ST. JOSEPH RIVER GA)" the Indiana Department of Natural Resources depicts the above - referenced map on their website about the St. Joseph River at http: / /www.in.in.gov /dnr /outdoor /4479.htm ; and 46" this website describes the historical significance of the St. Joseph River going back to 1669 when the French explorer, LaSalle, navigated the river from Lake Michigan to what is now known as the City of South Bend; and discusses the many recreational activities such as boating, fishing and "just experiencing the river "; and 6/ in 2004, the Indiana General Assembly enacted Public Law No. 72 -2004 which sets forth regulations for "municipal riverfront development projects "; and 6X)" since that Indiana state law took effect, many Indiana communities such as Columbus, Kokomo, Highland and Madison — just to name a few, have created Riverfront Redevelopment Districts which qualified for the required permits after having demonstrated that the proposed municipal riverfront development project area meets the criteria addressing having at least one (1) boundary on the side of a river; that the premises would be properly located from the river; that the permit premises are within an economic development area, a redevelopment project area, or an urban renewal area; and that part of the funding for the project would be funded by city or state monies; and 46� in light of the fact that Indiana Code § 7.1 -3 -20 -16.1 (c) requires the boundaries of the municipal riverfront development project to be specifically designated by the Common Council, it is important to have input from the legislative branch of the City South Bend involved in the planning stage so that the Council has the opportunity to have input in developing positive and vibrant visions for a riverfront development can move forward. Resolution Encouraging a Riverfront Redevelopment District — page 2 Cow, vlay- o�C�icsd 960AW, Csediaxa, as follows: Section I. The Common Council believes that the City of South Bend, Indiana, should move forward in exercising its authority on an Indiana State Law which has been on the books since 2004, so that a Riverfront Redevelopment District is created along the beautiful and majestic St. Joseph River which flows through out city. Section II. The Common Council believes that the vision for such a Riverfront Redevelopment District should, in addition to addressing the state law requirements which encompass preparing detailed maps, project boundaries, and all of the other criteria; that the process should be as transparent and open so that the Common Council, the City Administration and the residents and business owners have their voices heard. As development of the proposed Riverfront Redevelopment District's overall plan, goals and objectives are created, discussions should also focus on: • Specific priorities and measureable outcomes • Funding sources • Implementation Timetables • Outreach and promotional activities which would engage our entire South Bend community on this exciting riverfront project. Section III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor. Filed in Glee`s Obi: ; E 721112 Gi2 JOHN VOOERDfE CITY CELq Rl(, SOUTH SEND, ix Voorde, City Clerk L?-e—(2— y4joS 'APPP.oVED 'XDOPTe0 3 Pete Buttigieg, Nfayor otWith Bend TO THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND: Your Committee of the Whole, to whom was referred: BILL NO. 12 -26 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, ENCOURAGING A RIVERFRONT REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT ALONG THE BEAUTIFUL ST. JOSEPH RIVER Respectfully report that they have examined the matter and that in their opinion, this bill is being recommended to the full Council with a favorable recommendation. This bill was heard by the Community and Economic Development Committee. Oliver Davis Chairperson, Committee of the Whole San TN $� � X\ City of South Bend ti \EACF�j,.� Common Council 1865 x 441 County -City Building . 227 W. Jefferson Blvd South Bend, Indiana 46601 -1830 Derek D. Dieter President March 21, 2012 Oliver J. Davis Vice - President The South Bend Common Council 4�' Floor County -City Building Chairperson, Committee Karen White South Bend, Indiana 46601 of the Whole Re: Riverfront Redevelopment District Tim Scott First District Dear Council Members: (574) 235 -9321 Fax (574) 235 -9173 http://www.southbendin.gov Henry Davis, Jr. We are pleased to introduce for your consideration a resolution which will hopefully Second District jump -start the development of a Riverfront Redevelopment District along the St. Valerie Schey Joseph River. Third District Since 2004, an Indiana state law has been on the books which provides a tool to Fred Ferlic create a "municipal riverfront development project ". We are attaching for your Fourth District review, a copy of Indiana Code § 7.1 -3 -20 -16.1, which sets forth the process to be followed. David Varner Fifth District Throughout the State of Indiana, many communities have exercised the opportunity to develop vibrant riverfronts. We are attaching information on just some of the Oliver J. Davis Sixth District existing riverfront development districts in Indiana, such as: Derek D. Dieter • City of Anderson, Indiana's Municipal Riverfront Development District At Large encourages the development of arts, cultural activities and final dining [Brochure & I page summary attached] Gavin Ferlic At Large ■ City of Columbus, Indiana's Riverfront Development District which has Karen L. White increased their permits from five (5) to ten (10) three -way alcohol permits At Large within the District [Resolution No. 27 -2010, Local Guidelines addressing objectives and criteria for license allocation, ur oses & p p goals, District requirements, criteria & factors, application procedures attached] Town of Highland, Indiana's Riverfront Development District which focuses on their Ordinance Nos. 1400 and 1433 passed on July 14, 2008, and sets for the overview, procedure and the State of Indiana forms for "Application for new or Transfer Permit" and the "Property Tax Clearance Schedule" as well as the Town of Highland Redevelopment Commission verification form for proposed restaurants to be located within the riverfront district including the Lake County Surveyor's Office verification. Cover Letter to the Riverfront Development District Resolution March 21, 2012 Page 2 ■ City of Kokomo, Indiana's Redevelopment Commission Riverfront Guidelines which address: Riverfront Alcohol Beverage Licenses, Purposes and Goals, District Requirements, Criteria and Factors, and the application procedures ■ City of Madison, Indiana's Riverfront Development has posted information on their website about an Interactive Flood Sculpture Competition which focuses on the history of the Ohio River flooding which will allow "young and old alike to experience the height of the flood waters ". This is just one example of the collaboration going on in this community. We are truly excited about the potential of creating a Riverfront Development District. in South Bend. Time is of the essence in moving positively and creatively forward on this project. We look forward to discussing this with you further on Monday at the Community and Economic Development Committee meeting. Thank you. Sincerely, t1LLUU11111URLS Member