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Agenda
Regular Meeting, February 11, 2021 – 9:30 a.m.
https://tinyurl.com/RDC021121
1.Roll Call
2.Approval of Minutes
A.Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Thursday, January 28, 2021
3.Approval of Claims
A.Claims Allowance Request
1. 02.02.21
2. 02.08.21
3. 02.09.21
4.Old Business
5.New Business
A.River West Development Area
1.Resolution No. 3529 (Property Transfer RDC to BPW United Way)
2.Purchase Agreement (Lippert Components)
3.Budget Request (Ignition Park Charging Station)
4.Budget Request (Coal Line Trail)
6.Progress Reports
A.Tax Abatement
B.Common Council
C.Other
7.Next Commission Meeting:
Thursday, February 25, 2021 9:30 am
8.Adjournment
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South Be n d
Redevelopment Commission
227 West Jefferson Boulevard, Room 1308, South Bend, IN
46601
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
January 28, 2020
9:30 a.m. https://tinyurl.com/RDC012821
Presiding: Marcia Jones, President South Bend, Indiana
The meeting was called to order at 9:34 a.m.
1.ROLL CALL
Members Present: Marcia Jones, President
Quentin Phillips, Secretary
Troy Warner, Commissioner
Leslie Wesley, Commissioner
Members Absent: Don Inks, Vice-President
Legal Counsel: Sandra Kennedy, Esq.
Redevelopment Staff: David Relos, RDC Staff
Mary Brazinsky, Board Secretary
Others Present: Daniel Buckenmeyer
Amanda Pietsch
Andrew Netter
Angela Rose
Tim Corcoran
Brian Donoghue
Kyle Silveus
Charlotte Brach
Eli Wax
Doug Michael
Ben Patrick
Conrad Damian
DCI
DCI
DCI
DCI
DCI
IT
Engineering
Engineering
SB Councilman
Resident
Resident
Resident
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South Bend Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting – January 28, 2020
2.Approval of Minutes
•Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Thursday, January 14, 2021
Upon a motion by Commissioner Warner, seconded by Secretary Phillips, the
motion carried unanimously, the Commission approved the minutes of the
regular meeting of Thursday, January 14, 2021.
3.Approval of Claims
•Claims Submitted for January 12, January 19, and January 26, 2021
Upon a motion by Commissioner Warner, seconded by Secretary Phillips, the
motion carried unanimously, the Commission approved the claims for January
12, January 19, and January 26, 2021 submitted on Thursday, January 28,
2021.
4.Old Business
5.New Business
A.River West Development Area
1.License Agreement (Event)
Mr. Netter presented License Agreement (Event). This public event will occur on
September 18, 2021, however the agreement for use will be effective September
11 through September 25, 2021. This one-day music event will have 6 national
bands. The area is off Sample and Garst by the South Bend Police Department.
Doug Michaels is online to answer any questions. Commission approval is
requested.
Commissioner Warner asked why they chose South Bend.
Mr. Michael stated that he is a resident of South Bend. He had moved away but
has now returned and is excited to offer this kind of event to the area. He
remembers when there were more events like this in South Bend. He is looking to
bring in six national acts and is currently working with The Struts from England.
Mr. Michael stated that they will require one security guard for every 100 people at
this event. Once you enter the event you will not be able to leave and come back
without buying another ticket. There will be a variety of food trucks and plenty of
restrooms (see map attached to agreement).
Upon a motion by Commissioner Warner, seconded by Secretary Phillips, the
motion carried unanimously, the Commission approved License Agreement
(Event) submitted on Thursday, January 28, 2020.
South Bend Redevelopment Commission Regular Meeting – January 28, 2020
B.RDC General
1.Professional Services Agreement (IncDev Alliance)
Mr. Donoghue presented Professional Services Agreement (IncDev Alliance).
This service agreement is to request funding for IncDev Alliance which will train
under capacity neighborhood organizations and individuals to develop small
properties. The request is for $50k. Commission approval is requested.
Upon a motion by Commissioner Warner, seconded by Secretary Phillips, the
motion carried unanimously, the Commission approved Professional Services
Agreement (IncDev Alliance) submitted on Thursday, January 28, 2020.
2.Professional Service Agreement (Leslie Omeeboh)
Mr. Donoghue presented Professional Services Agreement (Leslie Omeeboh).
This service agreement is for Leslie Omeeboh to research and complete funding
opportunities utilizing the investment in the Linden Avenue Greenhouse project to
sustain future youth jobs and nutrition programs. This agreement is for $25k.
Mr. Buckenmeyer shared the information for this project which includes listening
sessions and community development. Commission approval is requested.
Upon a motion by Secretary Phillips, seconded by Commissioner Warner, the
motion carried unanimously, the Commission approved Professional Service
Agreement (Leslie Omeeboh) submitted on Thursday, January 28, 2020.
6.Progress Reports
A.Tax Abatement
1.Mr. Buckenmeyer noted that there are several things that will be coming up
with tax abatements.
B.Common Council
C.Other
7.Next Commission Meeting:
Thursday, February 11, 2020, 9:30 a.m.
8.Adjournment
Thursday, January 28, 2020, 9:48 a.m.
David Relos, Property Development Manager Marcia Jones, President
City of South Bend
Department of Administration & Finance
Claims Allowance Request
To:South Bend Redevelopment Commission
From:Daniel Parker, City Controller
Date:Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Pursuant to Indiana Code 36-4-8-7, I have audited and certified the attached claims and
submit them for allowance in the following amounts:
GBLN-0010740 $148,622.83
GBLN-000xxxx $0.00
Total:$148,622.83
_______________________________
Daniel Parker, City Controller
The attached claims described above were allowed in the following
total amount at a public meeting on the date stated below:148,622.83$
By:_______________________________
South Bend Redevelopment Commission
Name:
Date:
______________________________________________________________
Name:Name:
_______________________________
Name:_______________________________
Name:
_______________________________
Name:
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City of South Bend
Department of Administration & Finance
Claims Allowance Request
To:South Bend Redevelopment Commission
From:Daniel Parker, City Controller
Date:Monday, February 8, 2021
Pursuant to Indiana Code 36-4-8-7, I have audited and certified the attached claims and
submit them for allowance in the following amounts:
GBLN-0011046 $3,977,876.25
GBLN-00 $0.00
Total:$3,977,876.25
_______________________________
Daniel Parker, City Controller
The attached claims described above were allowed in the following
total amount at a public meeting on the date stated below:3,977,876.25$
By:_______________________________
South Bend Redevelopment Commission
Name:
Date:
______________________________________________________________
Name:Name:
_______________________________
Name:_______________________________
Name:
_______________________________
Name:
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City of South Bend
Department of Administration & Finance
Claims Allowance Request
To:South Bend Redevelopment Commission
From:Daniel Parker, City Controller
Date:Tuesday, February 9, 2021
Pursuant to Indiana Code 36-4-8-7, I have audited and certified the attached claims and
submit them for allowance in the following amounts:
GBLN-0011102 $25,725.02
GBLN-00xxxxxx $0.00
Total:$25,725.02
_______________________________
Daniel Parker, City Controller
The attached claims described above were allowed in the following
total amount at a public meeting on the date stated below:25,725.02$
By:_______________________________
South Bend Redevelopment Commission
Name:
Date:
______________________________________________________________
Name:Name:
_______________________________
Name:_______________________________
Name:
_______________________________
Name:
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RESOLUTION NO. 3529
A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF REAL PROPERTY TO
THE SOUTH BEND BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
WHEREAS, the South Bend Redevelopment Commission (the “Commission”) is the
governing body of the City of South Bend, Indiana (the “City”), Department of Redevelopment
and exists, operates, and holds property pursuant to Indiana Code Section 36-7-14 (the “Act”)
and is authorized to transfer such property to another governmental entity pursuant to Indiana
Code Section 36-1-11-8; and
WHEREAS, the South Bend Board of Public Works (the “Board”) exists and operates
pursuant to Indiana Code Section 36-4-9-5, and holds real property owned by the City pursuant
to Indiana Code Section 36-9-6-3; and
WHEREAS, the Commission owns two parcels of real property in the River West
Development Area of the City, commonly known as 405 Dubail Avenue, South Bend, Indiana,
and more particularly described on Exhibit A (the "Property"); and
WHEREAS, the Board desires to obtain title to the Property pursuant to Ind. Code 36-1-
11-8 for the purpose of donating the Property to United Way of St. Joseph County, Inc., an
Indiana non-profit and tax exempt entity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code,
for the purpose of the development of a community center; and
WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the Board will adopt a resolution accepting the
Commission's conveyance of the Property to the Board and appointing a representative to accept
and record the deed received from the Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SOUTH BEND
REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AS FOLLOWS:
1.The Commission hereby authorizes and approves the conveyance of the Property
to the Board pursuant to I.C. 36-1-11-8 in the form of a quit claim deed.
2.The President and Secretary of the Board are authorized and instructed to execute
and attest, respectively, the quit claim deed in substantially the form attached hereto as Exhibit
B, conveying all of the Commission's right, title, and interest in the Property to the Board.
3.Upon acceptance of the conveyance by the Board, the Commission authorizes
David Relos or Andrew Netter of the City’s Department of Community Investment to act on
behalf of the Commission in presenting the deed for recordation in the Office of the Recorder of
St. Joseph County, Indiana and executing any other document necessary to affect the
Commission’s conveyance of the Property.
4.This Resolution will be in full force and effect upon its adoption by the
Commission.
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ADOPTED at a meeting of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission held on
February 12, 2021, held electronically as authorized by the Governor's Executive Order 20-09, as
subsequently renewed by Executive Orders 20-17, 20-25, 20-30, 20-34, 20-38, 20-41, 20-44, 20-
47, 20-49, 20-52, and 21-03.
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION
______________________________
Marcia I. Jones, President
ATTEST:
______________________________
Quentin M. Phillips, Secretary
EXHIBIT A
Legal Description
Parcel 1:
W 1/2 of Lot 93 of the Bowman Place Addition, commonly known as 405 Dubail Avenue, South
Bend, IN 46613.
Parcel ID: 018-7033-1281
Parcel 2:
E 1/2 of Lot 93 of the Bowman Place Addition.
Parcel ID: 018-7033-1282
EXHIBIT B
Form of Quit Claim Deed
2 Parcels comprising 405 Dubail
RETURN TO: AUDITOR’S RECORD:
City of South Bend TRANSFER NO.
227 W Jefferson Blvd., Ste 1400S TAXING UNIT:
South Bend, IN 46601 PARCEL NOS. 018-7033-1281
018-7033-1282
QUIT CLAIM DEED
THIS INDENTURE WITNESSETH THAT the Department of Redevelopment of the City of South Bend,
for the use and benefit of its Department of Redevelopment, by and through its governing body, the South
Bend Redevelopment Commission (the “Grantor”) CONVEYS AND QUIT CLAIMS TO the Civil City
of South Bend, Indiana, acting by and through its Board of Public Works (the “Grantee”), for and in
consideration of Ten Dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is
hereby acknowledged, the real estate located in St. Joseph County, Indiana:
Parcel 1:
W 1/2 of Lot 93 of the Bowman Place Addition, commonly known as 405 Dubail Avenue, South Bend,
IN 46613.
Parcel ID: 018-7033-1281
Parcel 2:
E 1/2 of Lot 93 of the Bowman Place Addition.
Parcel ID: 018-7033-1282
Grantor hereby conveys the Property subject to all covenants, restrictions, easements, and other matters of
record.
The undersigned persons executing this Quit Claim Deed on behalf of the Grantor represent and certify
that each has been fully empowered and authorized to execute this Quit Claim Deed and that all action
necessary to complete this conveyance on Grantor’s behalf has been duly taken.
[Signature page follows.]
Dated this _____ day of February 2021
GRANTOR:
South Bend Redevelopment Commission
By:
Marcia I. Jones, President
ATTEST:
_______________________________________
Quentin M. Phillips, Secretary
WITNESS:
(Printed Name)
STATE OF INDIANA )
) SS:
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY )
Before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public for and in said County and State this _____ day of
February 2021, personally appeared Marcia I. Jones and Quentin M. Phillips, known to me to be,
respectively, as the President and Secretary of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission, the Grantor
named herein, and acknowledged the execution of the foregoing Quit Claim Deed, being authorized by
Resolution 3529 of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission so to do.
Additionally, ____________________________, being known to me to be the person whose
name is subscribed as a witness to the foregoing instrument, personally appeared and stated that he or she
is not a party to the transaction described in the foregoing instrument and will not receive any interest in
or proceeds from the property that is the subject of the transaction.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and affixed my official seal.
, Notary Public
Resident of St. Joseph County, Indiana
Commission expires:
I affirm, under the penalties for perjury, that I have taken reasonable care to redact each Social Security number in this document,
unless required by law. Sandra L. Kennedy
Prepared by Sandra L. Kennedy, Assistant City Attorney, 1200 S. County-City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend,
Indiana 46601
PURCHASE AGREEMENT
This Purchase Agreement (“Agreement”) is dated effective the 11th day of
February 2021 and made by and between the South Bend Redevelopment Commission
("Seller") and Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc., a Delaware corporation
("Buyer"). Seller and Buyer are each referred to herein as a "Party" and together as the
"Parties."
RECITALS
A.Seller and Buyer entered into an Equipment Lease Agreement, dated May
15, 2014 ("Lease"), related to the lease to the Buyer of certain equipment, which
equipment is more particularly described on Exhibit A ("Equipment").
B.The Lease is ancillary to an Economic Development Agreement, dated
May 15, 2014, as amended by a First Amendment to Economic Development Agreement,
dated March 24, 2016 (together, "Development Agreement"), in which the Parties made
certain commitments to each other.
C.The Lease contains an option to purchase upon the expiration of the Lease
and Buyer's compliance with certain provisions of the Development Agreement.
D.The Lease has expired, and Buyer desires to exercise the option to
purchase pursuant to the Lease terms.
E.Seller has confirmed Buyer has complied with the terms of the Lease and
the Development Agreement.
F.The Parties desire to enter into this Agreement to effectuate the transfer of
the Equipment ownership from Seller to the Buyer in accordance with the Lease.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and promises in
this Agreement and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby
acknowledged, Buyer and Seller agree as follows:
1.RECITALS
The Recitals are hereby made a part of the terms and conditions of this Agreement.
2. PURCHASE AND SALE OBLIGATION
Seller agrees to sell the Equipment to the Buyer upon the terms and conditions set forth
herein. All the terms and conditions of this Agreement will be effective and binding
upon the Parties and their successors and assigns at the time the Agreement is fully
signed by Buyer and Seller (the “Contract Date”).
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3. PURCHASE PRICE
The purchase price for the Equipment shall be One Dollar ($1.00) (the “Purchase Price").
Upon payment of the Purchase Price, Seller shall provide Buyer with title documentation
pertaining to the Equipment, executed as required to transfer ownership to Buyer.
Further, upon payment of the Purchase Price, Seller shall promptly release any UCC
financing statements evidencing its interest in the Equipment.
4.ACCEPTANCE OF EQUIPMENT “AS-IS”
BUYER AGREES TO PURCHASE THE EQUIPMENT "AS IS, WHERE IS" AND
WITHOUT ANY REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES BY SELLER AS TO THE
CONDITION OF THE EQUIPMENT OR ITS FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
USE OR PURPOSE. SELLER DISCLAIMS ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED
WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY,
SATISFACTORY QUALITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND
NON-INFRINGEMENT. SELLER ASSUMES NO RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND
PERFORMANCE OF THE EQUIPMENT. SHOULD THE EQUIPMENT PROVE
DEFECTIVE IN ANY RESPECT, SELLER ASSUMES NO COST OR LIABILITY
FOR SERVICING, REPAIR, OR CORRECTION. THIS DISCLAIMER OF
WARRANTY IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THIS AGREEMENT, AND NOTHING
IN THIS AGREEMENT SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CONSTITUTE A
REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY AS TO THE CONDITION OR FITNESS OF
THE EQUIPMENT.
5. INDEMNIFICATION
Buyer agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Seller from and against any claims,
damages, losses, or expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from, connected with,
occurring by virtue of, or relating in any way to Buyer's possession, operation, or use of
the Equipment. Buyer's obligation to indemnify Seller as set forth herein shall survive the
termination of this Agreement.
6.TAXES
Buyer will pay any taxes, license or other fees due or accruing with regard to the
purchase and sale of the Equipment.
6.APPLICABLE LAW; JURISDICTION
This Agreement shall be interpreted and enforced according to the laws of the State of
Indiana. Any action to enforce the terms or conditions of this Agreement or otherwise
concerning a dispute under this Agreement will be commenced in the courts of St. Joseph
County, Indiana.
7.ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement embodies the entire agreement between Seller and Buyer and supersedes
all prior discussions, understandings, or agreements between Seller and Buyer concerning
the transaction contemplated in this Agreement, whether written or oral.
8.COUNTERPARTS; SIGNATURES
This Agreement may be separately executed in counterparts by Buyer and Seller, and the
same, when taken together, will be regarded as one original Agreement. Electronic
signatures will be regarded as original signatures.
9.AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE
The undersigned persons executing and delivering this Agreement on behalf of Buyer and
Seller represent and certify that they are the duly authorized representatives of Buyer and
Seller and have been fully empowered to execute and deliver this Agreement and that all
necessary action has been taken and done.
10.ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
The Parties negotiated this Agreement at arms’ length, and each Party has had an
opportunity to consult with legal counsel. Each Party hereby acknowledges and
affirms that it understands and is willing to be bound by the terms of this
Agreement.
[Signature Page Follows]
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereby execute this Agreement to be
effective as of the 11th day of February 2021.
SELLER:
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
By:
Marcia I. Jones, President
Attest:
Quentin M. Phillips, Secretary
BUYER:
LIPPERT COMPONENTS MANUFACTURING, INC.
By:
Printed:
Title:
EXHIBIT A
Description of Equipment
1. Hyundai Translead trailer model V12530152-AJRS
(VIN 3H3V532C4GT209001)
2. Hyundai Translead trailer model V12530152-AJRS
(VIN 3H3V532C6GT209002)
3. Hyundai Translead trailer model V12530152-AJRS
(VIN 3H3V532C8GT209003)
4. Hyundai Translead trailer model V12530152-AJRS
(VIN 3H3V532CXGT209004)
5. Hyundai Translead trailer model V12530152-AJRS
(VIN 3H3V532C1GT209005)
6. Hyundai Translead trailer model V12530152-AJRS
(VIN 3H3V532C3GT209006)
Redevelopment Commission Agenda Item
DATE: February 11, 2021
FROM: Dan Buckenmeyer, Director of Business Development
SUBJECT: Budget Request –Ignition Park Vehicle Charging
Funding Source* (circle one) River West; River East; South Side; Douglas Road; West Washington; RDC General
*Funds are subject to the City Controller's determination of availability; if funds are unavailable, as solely determined by the City Controller,
then the authorization of the expenditure of such funds shall be void and of no effect.
Purpose of Request:
This is a joint project with the City and AEP. AEP will be contributing car charging stations and electrical
infrastructure; the City’s contribution is a parking lot in Ignition Park to house the charging units. In the
spirit of working to meet future demand for additional charging stations, and for the provision of an
amenity central to Ignition Park, the project will build for expansion and create a parklet with parking
areas for two food trucks. This will create a meaningful central amenity for Ignition Park companies and
their employees and contribute to the attraction of new developments and employers to Ignition Park.
Increased funding is requested to cover updated construction costs as well as a survey replat.
INTERNAL USE ONLY: Project ID: PROJ00000208;
Total Amount – New Project Budget Appropriation $450,000__;
Total Amount – Existing Project Budget Change (increase or decrease) $200,000;
Funding Limits: Engineering: $_____________________; Other Prof Serv Amt $_______________;
Acquisition of Land/Bldg (circle one) Amt: $___________; Street Const Amt $________________;
Building Imp Amt $_________; Sewers Amt $_________; Other (specify) Amt $ ________________
_________________________Pres/V-Pres
ATTEST: __________________Secretary
Date: ____________________
APPROVED Not Approved
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
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Redevelopment Commission Agenda Item
DATE: February 11, 2021
FROM: Chris Dressel
SUBJECT: Budget Request (Construction and Construction Inspection of future Coal Line
Multiuse Trail)
Which TIF? (circle one) River West; River East; South Side; Douglas Road; West Washington
PURPOSE OF REQUEST:
Staff requests the Redevelopment Commission's approval of an additional $1,788,015 to be
budgeted for construction and construction inspection services for completion of the Coal Line
Trail, a 1.5-mile multiuse trail facility between Lincoln Way West and State Route 933. Phase I
project construction (Lincoln Way West to Riverside Drive) is expected to commence in Spring
2021. Phase II (Riverside Drive to 933) construction will be completed in 2022.
If you should have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact me at
either cdressel@southbendin.gov or 235-5847.
INTERNAL USE ONLY: Project Code: _______________________________________________;
Total Amount new/change (inc/dec) in budget: $1,788,015; Break down:
Costs: Engineering Amt: ______________________; Other Prof Serv Amt_________________;
Acquisition of Land/Bldg (circle one) Amt: ________; Street Const Amt __$1,788,015 _____;
Building Imp Amt_________; Sewers Amt_________; Other (specify) Amt: ________________
___________________________________________. Going to BPW for Contracting? Y/N
Is this item ready to encumber now? ____ Existing PO#__________ Inc/Dec $_____________
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