HomeMy WebLinkAboutRM 12-21-73SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
Decem er 21, 1973
10:30 A. M.
Presiding Officer: Mr. Fred J. Helmen
President
1.
2.
L CALL
1200 County -City Bldg.
227 West Jefferson Blvd.
South Bend, IN 46601
Present: Mr. Fred J. Helmen, President
Rev. Willie V. Williams, Secretary
Mr. B. L. Wade, Assistant Secretary
Mr. Donald A. Wiggins, Member
ent: Mr. John E. Chenney, Vice President
Logal Counsel: Mr. Kevin J. Butler
Media: Ms. Jeanne Derbeck, South Bend Tribune Reporter
Mr. James L. Marchelewicz, WNDU -TV Reporter &
Photographer
Mr. Dan Caesar, WSBT -TV Reporter
Mr. Frank Vellner, WSBT -TV Photographer
Mr. Dean Alexander, WSJV -TV Reporter
Others Present:
Mr. F. Jay Nimtz, President, Board of Trustees
Mr. Conrad Damian, Neighborhood /City Liaison
Worker, Southeast Side PAC
Mr. Gene Evans, South Bend Civic Planning Assn.
Mr. J. A. Walsh, First Bank & Trust Company
LPA Staff: Mr. Charles F. Lennon, Jr.
Ms. Helen S. King
Mr. Ed R. Bauer
Mr. C. Wayne Brownell
4PPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. John A. Kotzenmacher
Mr. Harrison Miller
On motion by Mr. Wiggins, seconded by Rev. Williams and
unanim usly carried, the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
December 7, 1973 were approved.
3. APPROVAL OF CLAIMS
On motion by Rev. Williams, seconded by Mr. Wade and
unanim usly carried, the claims -- totalling $3,350,207.09- -
were a proved for payment.
MINUTES APPROVED
CLAIMS APPROVED
3. A PROVAL OF CLAIMS (Cont'd)
PROJECT EXPENDITURE ACCOUNT, INDIANA R -66
Howell Construction Co., Inc. $ 66,508.25
Morse Electric Co. 7,216.05
Patricia Woodward 322.16
Total 4,046.46
MERRYIAVENUE PROJECT
P.E.A Indiana R -66 $ 25,000.00
Total 5,0 0.00
REDEVELOPMENT REVOLVING FUND
P yroll: December 1, 1973 through December 15, 1973 $ 14,615.35
Continental Assurance Co. (January Pension) 1,076.00
Isaiat Steed 261.16
Indiana Bell Telephone Company 2,085.12
Total 8,037.63
URBANIREDEVELOPMENT BOND REDEMPTION FUND
Ameri an National Bank & Trust Co. $ 89,781.25
St. Joseph Bank & Trust Co. 83,250.00
St. Joseph Bank & Trust Co. 97,113.75
Urban Redevelopment District Capital Fund of 1972 140,000.00
Total 410,145.00
URBAN REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT CAPITAL FUND
Rieth Riley Construction Co., Inc. $ 18,334.00
Total 18,334.00
URBAN REDEVELOPMENT DISTRICT CAPITAL FUND OF 1972
#66 R development Bond Fund $ 162,644.00
St. Joseph Bank & Trust Co. 250,000.00
St. Joseph Bank & Trust Co. 2,400.000.00
Total 2,812.644.00
GRAND TOTAL $ 3,358,207.09
REIMBURSEMENT_ TO REVOLVING FUND FOR NOVEMBER, 1973:
Code Enforcement
E -3 $ 8,373.17
Code Enforcement
E -5 834.76
Code Enforcement
E -6 1,595.52
N.D.P.
A -10 12,508.25
P.E.A.
Ind. R -57 1,245.67
P.E.A.
Ind. R -66 15,038.22
Merry
venue Project 570.42
Urban
edevelopment Fund 1,571.08
Total $ 41,737.09
4. COMMUNICATIONS
a HUD letter dated December 3; 1973: This letter,
over he signature o r. aina a, Acting Director,
Operations Division, advised of the cancellation of all
Section 312 loan applications in Indiana Projects E -3,
E -5 a d R -57.
Mr. Lennon advised HUD had requested we submit these
appli ations pending further funding. In July we had
been zdvised that no funds were available. This letter
now serves as official notification of the cancellation
with the return of all 6230 -C HUD forms.
b. HUD letter dated December 18, 1973: This letter,
over the signature of Mr. Daniel B. owman, Assistant
Director, Technical Services Branch, requests the,execu
tion of the Semi- Annual Labor Standards Enforcement Report
for the period of July 1, 1973 through December 31, 1973,
for submission no later than January 2, 1974.
Mr. Zank Alford is responsible for the preparation of
the port.
c. HUD letter dated December 18, 1973: This letter,
over the signature of Mr. DaMel B. Bowman, Assistant
Director, Technical Services Branch, advised the Wage
Rate Decision enclosed expires March 25, 1974. This
covers Demolition Contract No. 1, awarded to Julius O'Neal
Trucking Company, in the last Commission meeting, for
Project A -10, MN #1 and SE #1.
If work starts on or before March 25, 1974, the wage deci-
sion will be considered valid and in effect for the dura-
tion of this project.
d. HUD letter dated December 18, 1973: This letter,
over t e signature of Mr. Daniel B. Bowman, Assistant
Direct r, Technical Services Branch, advised the Wage Rate
Decisi n enclosed expires March 19, 1974. This covers
reside tial construction in the Model Cities, E -6 Project.
On motion by Mr. Wiggins, seconded by Rev. Williams and
unanim usly carried, the above letters are received and
placed on file.
5. OLD BUSINESS
a. Notice of Claim: A Notice of Claim against the
City o South Bend was received in the Department of Law
on Dec tuber 11, 1973, and a copy sent to us by City
Attorn y, James A. Roemer, as it involves the Department
of Red velopment.
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CANCELLATION OF SECTION
312 LOAN APPLICATIONS,
E -3, E -5 & R -57
SEMI - ANNUAL LABOR
STANDARDS ENFORCEMENT
REPORT
WAGE RATE DECISION,
DEMOLITION CONTRACT
NO. 1, PROJECT A -10
WAGE RATE DECISION,
RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTI
MODEL CITIES, E -6
NOTICE OF CLAIM
5. ODD BUSINESS (Cont'd
The notice of claim is submitted by Mr. Vincent P. Campiti,
with the law firm of Crumpacker, May, Levy & Searer, attorneys
representing Vera Copp and Chester Copp, alleging Vera Copp
susta ned serious injuries including brain damage and partial
para1 sis from the explosion at the former Wyman's department
store building, at 103 North Michigan Street, South Bend. She
was o the sidewalk at the time of the explosion.
Mr. K vin J. Butler, Commission Legal Counsel, asked if this
had b en submitted to our insurance carrier. It had not been
as Co mission direction was to be requested first.
On mo ion by Mr. Wiggins, seconded by Rev. Williams and unani-
mousl carried, the notice of claim is to be submitted to our
incur nce carrier for further handling.
6. NSW BUSINESS .
a Lawson Associates St. Joseph River Corridor Study: LAWSON ASSOCIATES,
Mr. L nnon advise d this study report is in compliance with ST. JOSEPH RIVER
the L wson Associates contract that was awarded May 4, 1973 CORRIDOR STUDY, R -66
and hive now come up with a cost estimate to develop the
corri (or study. Copies of this report were delivered to
each of the Commissioners for review and recommendations within
the next four weeks. The estimated costs involve the follow-
ing:
1) Block 6 (Path, Mini -Park & Jefferson Boulevard
Plaza.).
2) Pedestrian Bridge (Old Railroad Bridge).
3) East Ramp.
4) Howard Park Trail.
5) Bicentennial Park.
6) East Race Park.
7) Pier Park.
8) Civic Center Area.
9) East Race :(Jefferson to North of Hydraulic Ave.).
10) Northside Boulevard Trail from River Gate to
St. Louis Street.
11) Dam and Fish Ladder Repair.
12) Lock Alternates.
Mr. Lennon gave a brief discussion of the above and outlined
that the Civic Center is not our responsibility. The first
two items are, and possibly the additional funding of the
Bicentennial Park -- Disposition Parcel No. 1 -1 which has been
sold nd designated to us. Our concern is from Monroe to La-
Salle Motion was requested to receive this report, as noted
above
Mr. Wilggins made the motion that the above report be received,
secon ed by Mr. Wade and unanimously carried.
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6. NEW BUSINESS (Cont'd
b. Disposition Parcel No.'1 -1: Commission authorization CONTRACT APPROVED
was requested for the President and Secretary to enter into a WITH DEPT. OF PUBLIC
contract with the Department of Public Parks, Disposition PARKS, DISPOSITION
Parcel No. 1 -1, for a purchase price of $827.00, R -66. PARCEL NO. 1 -1, R -66
Mr. Lannon advised this is planned for the Bicentennial Park.
Right now it is land you cannot get to. This is the only
use tie land can be used. Later access will be from St.
Josepi Street and off the Civic Center.
On mo ion by Rev. Williams, seconded by Mr. Wiggins and unani-
mous) carried, the President and Secretary were authorized
to en er into this contract with the Department of Public
Parks
c Change Order No. 1: This Change Order is to Demoli- ACTION DEFERRED ON
tion and Site Clearance Contract No. 34, with the Jackson CHANGE ORDER NO. 1
Wreck ng Company, in amount not to exceed $16,000.00, R -66. TO DEMOLITION & SITE
CLEARANCE CONTRACT
This involves extra work encountered by the demolition NO. 34, R -66
firm in wrecking the Dan Clark Complex. Permission is
requested to prepare the change order for this extra work
and the actual measurements will not be known until it is
exposed. The contractor's estimate is $50.00 per cubic
yard for the removal of the reinforced concrete. This
is ba ed on 16 normal column bases to support a two -story
masonry paneled, steel frame with a first floor 12" thick
reinf rced concrete, the second floor with 6" thick rein-
force concrete and a 4" roof of concrete with approximately
43 cu is yards of reinforced concrete (6' x 6' x 2' x 16).
If th re are 32 columns with approximately 360 cubic yards
of re nforced concrete, it would cost approximately $15,850.00
for r movaly If there are only 16 of these 10' x 10' x 3' bases,
the e tra work will amount to approximately $7,925.00.
Mr. Slabaugh advised there is no way we could have known there
was s lid concrete underneath the posters and pillars there.
Photo raphs were shown outlining the footings underneath
the pillars that the contractor found in the demolition of the
basement.
Mr. Wide advised this is the same thing we had with the demoli-
tion f the Granada Theatre, involving additional funds.
At the
contrE
other
he ne(
vol vec
in the
fund r
time of the bid the Commissioners had questioned the
for on his submitting a much lower bid than all the
ontractors and Mr. Jackson had said he did so because
ed the work. Mr. Lennon advised the extra cost in-
in removing the reinforced concrete was not included
other bidders amount and would have been an additional
quest also.
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6. NLW BUSINESS (Cont'd
Mr. Butler, Commission Legal Counsel, suggested we check
with he developers and our engineering consultants if all
the concrete needs to be cleared, as we may not need to
clear it for the full depth, which is 12 feet below the
sidewalk and three feet below that - -all reinforced con-
crete Mr. Wiggins requested this be discussed with The
Hicke Company as they built the building.
Mr. E Bauer advised that all of that land was formerly
a lan fill and that it may be foundation piers to keep
the b ilding from falling down the hill, which was in
refer nce to Dan Caesar's comment that Dan Clark had told
him a out the columns. Mr. Bauer said if the building was
built for a five- or six -story building, the chances are
one i a million that they would fall in the right place.
This item was tabled for research and action was deferred
until the next Commission meeting, scheduled for January
2, 19 4. Mr. Slabaugh is to check out the information.
d. Temporary and /-op Semi - Permanent Lighting: Authori -
zatio was requested for the installation of three (3)
light poles in the 100 block of North Michigan Street, in
an amount not to exceed $360.00, R -66. I &M is attempting
to re energize existing power sources in the 100 block of
North Michigan Street. This is in front of Wyman's build-
ing. If the existing sources cannot be re- energized,
then hree (3) poles will do the work, at a cost of $120.00
each, or a total of $360.00.
The City is requesting we have I &M put the three poles in
and they will pay for the electricity. Mr. Lennon said
the store owners are concerned about the lighting. Mr.
Helmen felt we should help the merchants.
The motion was made by Mr. Wiggins to approve this cost,
tentative authorization if the existing sources cannot be
re-energized., seconded by Rev. Williams and unanimously
carried.
e. South Bend Parking Co., Inc. Lease: Authorization
was re uested for the execution of a lease with the South
Bend Parking Co., Inc., in Block 4, Parcels 42 and 66, R -66.
To hava and to hold Parcel One, as shown in Lease, for a
term of one (1) year commencing on December 15, 1973; and
to hav and to hold Parcel Two as a tenant from month -to-
month ommencing on December 15, 1973, upon terms and condi-
tions s provided in the lease, totalling 22 items.
There s a 60 -day termination clause in the lease to protect us
if Associates would need this land prior to the end of the one -
year term. Legal Counsel is to negotiate for reimbursement on
a per-month basis of $100.00 maximum, in the event our Depart-
ment would have to terminate the lease within the one -year
period not if it is on their own. This would be for expenses
r
TEMPORARY AND /OR
SEMI - PERMANENT
LIGHTING AUTHORIZED,
R -66
SOUTH BEND PARKING
CO., INC. LEASE,
BLOCK 4 , PARCELS 42
& 66, R -66
6. NEW BUSINESS (Cont'd
incurred for getting the lot set up. At the termination of
the lease South Bend Parking Company, Inc. would remove any
removable items placed on the lot.
On motion by Rev. Williams, seconded by Mr. Wade and unani-
mously carried, authorization was granted for the execution
of the lease, subject to the changes to be made specified
above
f Annual Administrative Budget: Mr. Lennon presented
the A nual Administrative Bu get which should.be submitted to
HUD prior to the end of the year. With Commission approval,
this budget would be adopted in the Annual Organizational
Meeti g, as scheduled by Indiana Statutes on the first working
day of the year, which will be Wednesday, January 2, 1974. The
request is for a $200.00, per staff, annual increase.
Mr. Lennon advised our staff has been cut by 30 people over the
past year, with personnel services for the present year of
$544,230 which is being cut to $337,058 for '74, resulting in
a decrease of $207,172. The total budget for '74 is $404,521
which is a reduction of $261,504 from '73, which was: $666,025.
Permission was requested by Mr. Lennon to submit the Annual
Admin strative Budget to HUD, as per copies submitted to the
Commissioners, and at the January 2, 1974 meeting to request
authorization to increase the annual salaries of our staff by
$200.00 per employee. Rev. Williams asked if this increase
would apply to all staff members, with Mr. Lennon replying
in th6 affirmative.
Motio was so made by Rev. Williams, seconded by Mr. Wade
and u animously carried.
Presi ent Helmen -- directing his comment to Mr. Lennon - -said,
"I wa t to say you have done a good job on this. It is
treme dous."
7. PROGRESS REPORTS:
ANNUAL ADMINISTRATIVE
BUDGET APPROVED FOR
SUBMISSION TO HUD
a Atlanta, Georgia Workshop: This is a written report ATLANTA, GEORGIA
on the workshop attended 6y Messrs. Robert J. Fisher and WORKSHOP REPORT
James J. Johnson, Jr., on November 12, 13 and 14, 1973, rela-
tive Eo the affirmative action program, involving plans, re-
quirements, preparation and implementation.
The roport will be placed in file.
]VEIRM.
1) Graphics Report: Mr. Edwin R. Bauer submitted MALL GRAPHICS
a wri ten report on meeting that was held in Pittsburgh, REPORT, R -66
Penns lvania, with Mr. Phil Simonds, Environmental Planning
Desig , on December 19, 1973, with an outline guideline for
Mall identity and information system.
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7. PROGRESS REPORT (Cont'd
After preliminary discussion concerning the philosophy and
desig concept of the Mall as it relates to vehicular traffic
and identification of the Mall elements scaling pedestrian
level they outlined the graphics to be developed:
A su
phas
$5,0
rati
$35,
a Logo: Develop a stylize trademark making it
easily identifiable.
b Colors: Develop continuous, constant and repeti-
tious Mall colorings.
c Use: Develop logo and colors with multiple
usage.
r ey of all Mall environs and an outline program for
ed development could be accomplished in the range of
00 to $15,000 and the complete identity project incorpo-
ng all elements could be accomplished in the $25,000 -
0 0 range.
We wi 1 be working with the traffic personnel and parking
garages to develop a traffic system, and informational
system to tell the people where they are, where they can
park, and various features. Special promotions, kiosk sales,
maintenance, etc., were discussed. Also various public rela-
tions material the Mall Authority will need to use and have
available at the time of the Mall opening tentatively set
for July 4th.
Mr. Bauer advised none of the items on the list have been
contracted and the consultants are proposing some sort of a
graphic study be made, working with the City departments,
Park Department, Traffic Department, our parking structure,
and the Downtown Council, to develop an overall sign package- -
depending on funds available.
Mr. L
commu
firm
Urban
sched
this
desig
revie
recom
Johns
Lenno
neede
and w
Messr:
Presi
nnon said we do have some very talented people in our
ity and we have contracted with our public relations
ho i-s developing some of the concepts here.. Our
Review Committee reviews the concept for the Mall and
led the naming of the Mall. We would like to give
ack to the Urban Design Review Committee for future
We cannot see expending this type of funds before
We need additional study before requesting further
endations. We have the architectural firm of Philip
n and John Burgee doing the Civic Center site. Mr.
suggested putting the graphics and all identifications
in their package and the Civic Center will be complete,
will not need to go back later at an additional cost.
Wade and Wiggins stated this is good planning, and
en Helmen felt this is a good idea.
W-0m
7. PROGRESS REPORT (Cont'd
2) Naming of the Mall: Mr. Lennon advised he had met
with he Downtown Council month or so ago regarding the naming
of th Mall. Entries will be received until midnight, tonight,
to be gathered, collated, typed, etc., for judging. Time and
date o be set to meet with the Downtown South Bend Council
Executive Committee Officers along with.Redevelopment Commis-
sioners and Mr. Lennon, to review and recommend ten (10) names
to the Mayor.
3) Mall Authority: Mr. Lennon said at the present time
the R development Commissioners are the Mall Authority. After
the c mpletion of the Mall, a Mall Authority will be needed
and Vat appointment is to be made by the Mayor. This and
the m intenance costs are up for discussion. Downtown Council
had s id it will cost $110,000 for maintenance per year. The
maint nance is not included in the city budget. It is in the
Park apartment's, but has not been accepted by City Council.
Mr. W ggins suggested setting up assessment districts. This
shoul ( be well explored and a breakdown made, which would be
the fairest way of approaching this. The responsibility for
the maintenance of the Mall must be determined, same as this
mornings discussion on the responsibility of the cleaning of
the s dewalks. Unless everyone does, it is a mess, as witnessed
outsi a right now.
In re erence to the issuing of Completion of Certificate after
the Mall is completed and turning the maintenance -over to an
Agenc3, Mr. Butler advised basically this is being explored
and t e information will be made in advance of the completion
of th ( Mall.
NAME THE MALL
CONTEST
MALL AUTHORITY
4) S. S. Kresge Store: Mr. Lennon read the letter received S.
from Mr. William J. Reinke, with the law firm of Thornburg,
McGill, Deahl, Harman, Carey & Murray, dated December 17, 1973.
He stated Mr. D. H. Burdick II, Director of Property Management
and Assistant Corporate Secretary of S. S. Kresge Company, advised
they �re exploring a variety of alternatives and expects to be
1n a osition to reach a decision within the next six weeks.
5) South Bend Public Transportation Corporation: Mr.
Lennor advised President He men requested to bring up the
subject of the status of the bus land. Bill Richardson,
Chairman of the Committee, is to meet with the City Engineers,
our Redevelopment Engineers, and the Mayor next Thursday
morning, to get their reaction to the status of that property.
We had hoped that the Bus Company would be in a position to
use it. We have not had a response from them. They want to
do it on a permanent basis, not temporary.
Mr. Wade stated to contact the Bus Company. They have an ob-
ligation to the businesses to do something, even if it is
temporary. We went out of our way for them. President Helmen
stated that we acted in haste to accommodate the Bus Company
M
sJE
S. KRESGE STORE
SOUTH BEND PUBLIC
TRANSPORTATION CORP.
PARKING LOT STATUS
7. PROGRESS REPORT (Cont'd
and t ) accommodate the stores, and Mr. Lennon was directed
to co tact the Bus Company, as they can go in there this
after oon yet if they want to.
c. Mall (Renderings): Mr. Lennon displayed four colored MALL (RENDERINGS)
rende ing_sof the Mall to be used as part of the brochure
Mort finder is preparing for public distribution; e.g., type
of planters, bricks, signage, canopies, street lights, differ -
ent s yle of benches, phones for paraplegics etc.
d. Snow Removal: Mr.. Lennon advised this was raised in SNOW REMOVAL
the earlier session. The fire lanes are opened up every even-
ing aid The Hickey Company is cleaning the sidewalks on the
Mall and all snow is removed by 8:00 a.m. We are specifically
conce ned about the safety of the buildings.
Mr. K vin Butler, Commission Legal Counsel, said the sidewalks
are tie responsibility of the owners. In the areas where we
have acquired the properties, we are taking care of the snow
removal.
Mr. Walsh raised the question of the snow on the sidewalks
around the old post office. Mr. Lennon said we called the
post office to ask who to call for the snow removal at the
old site. They said it wasn't their responsibility but that
they would have it removed. This morning it was still not
remov d. The snow was being removed at this point.
8. NEXT MEETING
Mr. Lennon requested Commission action for the next NEXT MEETINGS:
Commission meetings:
1) Annual Organization
1 Annual Organization Meeting to be held Wednesday, 1 -2 -74, 10:00 a.m.
January 2, 1974, at 10:00 a.m.
2) Special Commission
2 Special Commission Meeting to follow thereafter. Meeting following
above.
3 Cancellation of the regularly - scheduled Commission
Meeting for January 4, 1974, in lieu of the Special
Commission Meeting to be held January 2, 1974.
The m1tions for the above are shown as one, made by Mr. Wiggins,
secon ed by Rev. Williams and unanimously carried.
9. OTHER
1) Litigation: Mr. Lennon
attention a four -page letter on
dates back to June 18, 1971 for
billed by our attorney handling
Bonewitz & Roberts, showing 199
Butle said the last litigation
be sa ed in these cases.
brought to the Commission's CLAIM FOR LITIGATION
the Denniston property which
services that had not been
the case, Hammerschmidt,
hours of detail work. Mr.
is a good example of what can
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9. OTHER (Cont'd
2 Service Courts: Mr. Lennon said he received a
call XroF Action Line regarding the naming of the Service
Courts, article published in December 20, 1973 issue.
He wanted to express the concern on the naming of the
Courts and that the Commission had adopted those names,
they id not come from the Commissioners. It was announced
at the Commission meeting. Mr. Helmen was not the one who
proposed his name be submitted. It was his colleagues in
the community.
Presi ent Helmen said he was sensitive as to how his name
had b en selected..
NAMING OF SERVICE
COURTS CLARIFIED
31 Commission Meetings: Discussion came up on the COMMISSION MEETINGS,
re-arranging of the conference table for the meetings SEATING ARRANGEMENT.
as Mrs. Janet Allen had saidshe had difficulty in hearing
the proceedings in our board meetings. The question was
raised if it could be moved back, as she hasn't attended
our m4etings since.
Mr. W de liked the re- arrangement, Mr. Wiggins having no
reser ations, it was requested to leave the arrangement,
as is
10. ADJOURNMENT
0J motion duly made and passed by Rev. Williams, the ADJOURNMENT
meeti g adjourned at 11:55 a.m.
(SEAL;
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Frre J. m n, President