HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-28-2022 Agenda PacketMEMORANDUM
TO: MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
FROM: DAWN M. JONES, CITY CLERK
DATE: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2022
SUBJECT: COMMITTEE MEETING NOTICE
The following Common Council Committee Meetings have been scheduled for Monday,
February 28, 2022:
Council Chambers
4th Floor County-City Building
227 W. Jefferson Blvd.
South Bend, IN 46601
The Council Chambers will be Closed to the Public. Members of the Public May Attend this
Meeting Virtually via Microsoft Teams Meeting app here: https://tinyurl.com/02282022CC
3:30 P.M. PERSONNEL AND FINANCE CHAIRPERSON, NIEZGODSKI
1.Bill No. 22-12 – Resolution Regarding Business Property Tax
3:45 P.M. PARC CHAIRPERSON, LEE
1.Organizational Meeting
3:50 P.M. HEALTH & PUBLIC SAFETY CHAIRPERSON, WAX
1.Organizational Meeting
2.Update: South Bend Police Department – Chief Scott Ruszkowski
4:35 P.M. RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS CHAIRPERSON, WHITE
1. Update – Street Light LED Conversations, Eric Horvath
4:50 P.M. PUBLIC WORKS & PROPERTY
VACATIONS CHAIRPERSON, NIEZGODSKI
1. Organizational Meeting
4:55 P.M. ZONING AND ANNEXATION CHAIRPERSON, HAMANN
1. Substitute Bill No. 133-21 – Amending the Zoning Ordinance for Property
Located at 2430 Prairie Ave
2. Bill No. 04-22- 2122 & 2128 South Bend Ave Amendment for Zoning
3. Bill No. 05-22 – Amending Zoning Ordinance for Property Located at
2240 Prairie
5:10 P.M. COMMUNITY RELATIONS CHAIRPERSON, WARNER
1. Bill No. 22-11 – Resolution in Support of Academic Freedom
Council President Sharon L. McBride has called an Informal Meeting of the Council which will
commence immediately after the adjournment of the Community Relations Committee Meeting.
INFORMAL MEETING OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL PRESIDENT, S. MCBRIDE
1. Discussion of Council Agenda
2. Update and Announcements
3. Adjournment
cc: Mayor James Mueller
Committee Meeting
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South Bend Common Council
Meeting Agenda
Monday, February 28, 2022
7:00 PM
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1. INVOCATION
RABBI KAREN COMPANEZ – TEMPLE BETH-EL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL
4. REPORT FROM SUB-COMMITTEE ON MINUTES
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
5. SPECIAL BUSINESS
6. REPORTS FROM CITY OFFICES
7. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
BILL NO.
133-21 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2430 PRAIRIE AVE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT
NO. 6 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (SUBSTITUTE)
04-22 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2122 & 2128 SOUTH BEND AVE, COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT NO. 4 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
05-22 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2240 PRAIRIE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 6
IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
8. RISE AND REPORT
9. REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED
10. BILLS ON THIRD READING
BILL NO.
133-21 THIRD READING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2430 PRAIRIE AVE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT
NO. 6 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (SUBSTITUTE)
04-22 THIRD READING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2122 & 2128 SOUTH BEND AVE, COUNCILMANIC
DISTRICT NO. 4 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
05-22 THIRD READING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 2240 PRAIRIE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 6
IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
11. RESOLUTIONS
BILL NO.
22-11 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
THE SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, IN SUPPORT OF ACADEMIC
FREEDOM IN TEACHING INDIANA STUDENTS
22-12 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CALLING FOR FULL REPLACEMENT
OF FUNDS AVAILABLE TO THE CITY, GUARANTEED BY THE
STATE, FOR ANY CHANGES IN FUNDING RESULTING FROM
ANY CHANGES IN INDIANA’S BUSINESS PERSONAL PROPERTY
TAX LAWS
12. BILLS OF FIRST READING
BILL NO.
08-22 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 FOR THE
YEAR 2022 OF $183,000 FROM THE LAW ENFORCEMENT
CONTINUING EDUCATION FUND (#220), $7,800,000 FROM THE
LOCAL INCOME TAX – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND
(#408), $180,000 FROM THE SEWAGE WORKS OPERATING FUND
(#641), AND $347,697 FROM THE EQUIPMENT/VEHICLE LEASING
(#750)
09-22 FIRST READING ON AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED 2413 PRAIRIE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 6 IN
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
14. NEW BUSINESS
15. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
16. ADJOURNMENT
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2022 COMMON COUNCIL STANDING COMMITTEES (Rev. 01-06-2022)
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT COMMITTEE
Oversees the various activities of the Department of Community Investment. This Committee reviews all
real and personal tax abatement requests and works closely with the Business Development Team.
Rachel Tomas Morgan, Chairperson Eli Wax, Member
Henry Davis, Jr., Vice-Chairperson Citizen Member
Citizen Member
COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Oversees the various activities of the Engagement and Economic Empowerment, Neighborhood
Development, and Community Resources Teams within the City’s Department of CI and is charged with
facilitating partnerships and ongoing communications with other public and private entities operating within
the City.
Troy Warner, Chairperson Canneth Lee, Member
Eli Wax, Vice-Chairperson Lori K. Hamann, Member
Citizen Member
COUNCIL RULES COMMITTEE
Oversees the regulations governing the overall operation of the Common Council, as well as all matters of
public trust. Its duties are set forth in detail in Section 2-10.1 of the South Bend Municipal Code.
Sharon L. McBride, Member Eli Wax, Member
Sheila Niezgodski, Member
HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE
Oversees the various activities performed by the Fire and Police Departments, EMS, Department of Code
Enforcement, ordinance violations, and related health and public safety matters.
Eli Wax, Chairperson Troy Warner, Member
Karen L. White, Vice-Chairperson Canneth Lee, Member
Rachel Tomas Morgan, Member
INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE- Innovation
Oversees the various activities of the City’s Department of Innovation, which includes the Divisions of
Information Technology and 311 so that the City of South Bend remains competitive and on the cutting edge
of developments in this area. Reviewing and proposing upgrades to computer systems and web sites,
developing availability and access to GIS data and related technologies are just some of its many activities.
Rachel Tomas Morgan, Chairperson Canneth Lee, Member
Lori K. Hamann, Vice-Chairperson Citizen Member
Citizen Member
PARC COMMITTEE- Venues Parks and Arts (Parks, Recreation, Cultural Arts & Entertainment)
Oversees the various activities of the Century Center, College Football Hall of Fame, Four Winds Stadium,
Morris Performing Arts Center, Studebaker National Museum, South Bend Regional Museum of Art,
Potawatomi Zoo, My SB Trails, DTSB relations, and the many recreational and leisure activities offered by
the Department of Venues Parks and Arts.
Canneth Lee, Chairperson Henry Davis, Jr., Member
Troy Warner, Vice-Chairperson Rachel Tomas Morgan, Member
Citizen Member Citizen Member
PERSONNEL AND FINANCE COMMITTEE
Oversees the activities performed by the Department of Administration and Finance, and reviews all proposed
salaries, budgets, appropriations, and other fiscal matters, as well as personnel policies, health benefits and
related matters.
Sheila Niezgodski, Chairperson Troy Warner, Member
Eli Wax, Vice-Chairperson Henry Davis, Jr., Member
Rachel Tomas Morgan, Member
PUBLIC WORKS AND PROPERTY VACATION COMMITTEE
Oversees the various activities performed by the Building Department, the Department of Public Works and
related public works and property vacation issues.
Sheila Niezgodski, Chairperson Karen L. White, Member
Lori K. Hamann, Vice-Chairperson Citizen Member
Citizen Member
RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS COMMITTEE
Oversees the various activities and issues related to neighborhood development and enhancement.
Karen L. White, Chairperson Henry Davis, Jr., Member
Canneth Lee, Vice-Chairperson Sheila Niezgodski, Member
Citizen Member Citizen Member
UTILITIES COMMITTEE
Oversees the activities of all enterprise entities including but not limited to the Bureau of Waterworks, Bureau
of Sewers, and all related matters.
Henry Davis, Jr., Chairperson Eli Wax, Member
Troy Warner, Vice-Chairperson Lori K. Hamann, Member
Citizen Member Citizen Member
ZONING AND ANNEXATION COMMITTEE
Oversees the activities related to the Board of Zoning Appeals, recommendations from the Area Plan
Commission and the Historic Preservation Commission, as well as all related matters addressing annexation
and zoning.
Lori K. Hamann, Chairperson Sheila Niezgodski, Member
Henry Davis, Jr., Vice-Chairperson Karen L. White, Member
Citizen Member
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SUB-COMMITTEE ON MINUTES
Reviews the minutes prepared by the Office of the City Clerk of the regular, special, and informal meetings
of the Common Council and makes a recommendation on their approval/modification to the Council.
Troy Warner, Member Eli Wax, Member
2022 COMMON COUNCIL STANDING COMMITTEES (Rev.01-06-2022)
CANNETH LEE, 1ST District Council Member
Chairperson, Committee of the Whole
PARC Committee, Chairperson Health & Public Safety Committee, Member
Residential Neighborhoods Committee, Vice-Chairperson Information & Technology Committee, Member
Community Relations Committee, Member
HENRY DAVIS, JR. 2nd District Council Member
Utilities Committee, Chairperson Residential Neighborhoods Committee, Member
Community Investment Committee, Vice-Chairperson Personnel & Finance Committee, Member
Zoning & Annexation Committee, Vice-Chairperson
PARC Committee, Member
SHARON L. MCBRIDE, 3rd District Council Member
President
Council Rules Committee, Member
TROY WARNER, 4TH District Council Member
Community Relations Committee, Chairperson Health & Public Safety Committee, Member
Utilities Committee, Vice-Chairperson Personnel & Finance Committee, Member
PARC Committee, Vice-Chairperson Sub-Committee on the Minutes, Member
ELI WAX, 5TH District Council Member
Health & Public Safety Committee, Chairperson Utilities, Member
Community Relations, Vice-Chairperson Sub-Committee on Minutes, Member
Personnel & Finance, Vice-Chairperson Council Rules Committee, Member
Committee Investment, Member
SHEILA NIEZGODSKI, 6TH District Council Member
Vice-President
Personnel & Finance Committee, Chairperson Residential Neighborhoods Committee, Member
Public Works & Property Vacation, Chairperson Zoning & Annexation Committee, Member
Council Rules Committee, Member
RACHEL TOMAS MORGAN, AT LARGE Council Member
Information & Technology Committee, Chairperson PARC Committee, Member
Community Investment Committee, Chairperson Personnel & Finance Committee, Member
Health & Public Safety Committee, Member
KAREN L. WHITE, AT LARGE Council Member
Residential Neighborhoods Committee, Chairperson Public Works & Property Vacation, Member
Health & Public Safety Committee, Vice-Chairperson Zoning & Annexation Committee, Member
LORI K. HAMANN, AT LARGE Council Member
Zoning & Annexation Committee, Chairperson Community Relations Committee, Member
Public Works & Property Vacation, Vice-Chairperson Utilities Committee, Member
Information & Technology Committee, Vice-Chairperson
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. 133-21
SUBSTITUTE BILL NO. 133-21
ORDINANCE NO. ----
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BENO,
INDIANA, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT
2430 PRAIRIE AVE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 6 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE AND INTENT
1750 Square Feet strip mall with four (4) store fronts and two to three (2-3) outlets.
Petitioners desire to rezone the property from S 1 SUBURBAN NEIGHBORHOOD 1
DISTRICT TO C COMMERCIAL DISTRICT & S2 SUBURBAN NEIGHBORHOOD 2
DISTRICT.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana, as follows:
SECTION I. Ordinance No. 10689-19, which ordinance is commonly known as the Zoning
Ordinance of the City of South Bend, Indiana, be and the same hereby amended in order that the
zoning classification of the following described real estate in the City of South Bend, St. Joseph
County, State of Indiana:
The northern 250' of a tract of land in the Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 37 North,
Range 2 East, described as follows:
Beginning at a point on the East line of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 22 which point is
328 feet South of the Northeast comer thereof; thence South 56°44' West 272.88 feet along the
center line of Prairie Avenue to the Point of Beginning of the tract herein conveyed; thence
Southwest along the center line of Prairie Avenue 241.92 feet; thence South and parallel with the
East line of said Northwest Quarter Section 557 .5 feet; thence East 430 feet more or less; thence
North along the center line of Locust Road 622 .62 feet more or less; thence South 56°44 ' West
parallel with the center line of Prairie Avenue 185.88 feet; thence North and parallel with the
East line of said Northwest Quarter Section 50 feet; thence South 56°44' West a distance of 87
feet; thence North parallel with the East line of said Northwest Quarter Section 185 .88 feet to the
place of beginning.
EXCEPTING
A part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 37 North, Range 2 East, in the City of
South Bend, in St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Commencing at the Northeast comer of said Quarter Section; thence South 0°00'00" East (this
bearing assumed and all subsequent bearings derived therefrom) 328.00 feet along the East lime
of said Quarter Section to the centerline of Prairie Avenue (S.R . 23); thence continuing South
0°00'00" East 235.88 feet along said East line; thence South 56°44 '00 " West 23.92 feet to the
West boundary of Locust Road and the Point of Beginning of this description ( which point is
20.00 feet (measured at right angles) from the East line of said Quarter Section); thence South
0°00 '00" East 107.10 feet along the West boundary of said Locust Road; thence North 5°40'49"
West 101.03 feet to a Northwestern line of the Owners land; thence North 56 °44'00" East 11.96
feet along said Northwestern line to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO EXCEPTING
A part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 37 North, Range 2 East, in the City of
South Bend, in St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Commencing at the Northeast comer of said Quarter Section; thence South 0°00'00" East (this
bearing assumed and all subsequent bearings derived therefrom) 328.00 feet along the East line
of said Quarter Section to the centerline of Prairie Avenue (S.R . 23); thence South 56°44 '00"
West 272.88 feet along said centerline; thence South 0°00 '00 " East 35 .88 feet to the
Southeastern boundary of said Prairie Avenue and the Point of Beginning of this description
which point is 30.00 feet (measured at right angles) from the centerline of said Prairie Avenue);
thence continuing South 0°00 '00 " East 11.96 feet along an East line of the Owners land (which
land is parallel with the East line of said Quarter Section); thence South 62 °10 '30" West 105 .35
feet to the Southeastern boundary of said Prairie Avenue; thence North 56 °44 '00 " East 111.43
feet along said Southeastern boundary to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO EXCEPTING
Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 37 North, Range
2 East, Portage Township , St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Commencing at the Northeast comer of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 22; thence South
0°00'00" West along the East line of said Northwest Quarter a distance of 1158.50 feet; thence
South 88°51 '29" West a distance of 30 .01 feet to the West boundary of Locust Road and the
Point of Beginning of this description; thence South 88 °51 '29" West a distance of 40.00 feet ;
thence North 0 °00'00" East a distance of 60.00 feet ; thence North 88 °51 '29" East a distance of
40.00 feet to the West boundary of said Locust Road; thence South 0 °00'00" West along said
boundary 60 .00 feet to the Point of Beginning.
Property Address Reference: V/L Prairie and Locust, South Bend, IN 46628
be and the same is herby established as C COMMERCIAL DISTRICT
SECTION II. Ordinance No. 10689-19, which ordinance is commonly known as the Zoning
Ordinance of the City of South Bend, Indiana, be and the same hereby amended in order that the
zoning classification of the following described real estate in the City of South Bend, SL Joseph
County, State oflndiana:
The remaining portion of tract of land, excluding the northern 250', in the Northwest Quarter of
Section 22 , Township 37 North, Range 2 East, described as follows:
Beginning at a point on the East line of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 22 which point is
328 feet South of the Northeast comer thereof; thence South 56 °44 ' West 272.88 feet along the
center line of Prairie Avenue to the Point of Beginning of the tract herein conveyed; thence
Southwest along the center line of Prairie Avenue 241.92 feet; thence South and parallel with the
East line of said Northwest Quarter Section 557.5 feet; thence East 430 feet more or less; then ce
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North along the center line of Locust Road 622.62 feet more or less; thence South 56°44' West
parallel with the center line of Prairie Avenue 185.88 feet; thence North and parallel with the
East line of said Northwest Quarter Section 50 feet; thence South 56°44' West a distance of 87
feet; thence North parallel with the East line of said Northwest Quarter Section 185.88 feet to the
place of beginning .
EXCEPTING
A part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 37 North, Range 2 East, in the City of
South Bend, in St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Quarter Section; thence South 0°00'00" East (this
bearing assumed and all subsequent bearings derived therefrom) 328.00 feet along the East line
of said Quarter Section to the centerline of Prairie Avenue (S .R. 23 ); thence continuing South
0°00'00" East 235.88 feet along said East line; thence South 56°44'00" West 23.92 feet to the
West boundary of Locust Road and the Point of Beginning of this description (which point is
20.00 feet (measured at right angles) from the East line of said Quarter Section); thence South
0°00'00" East 107.10 feet along the West boundary of said Locust Road; thence North 5°40'49"
West 101.03 feet to a Northwestern line of the Owners land; thence North 56°44'00" East 11.96
feet along said Northwestern line to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO EXCEPTING
A part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 37 North, Range 2 East, in the City of
South Bend, in St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Commencing at the Northeast corner of said Quarter Section; thence South 0°00'00" East (this
bearing assumed and all subsequent bearings derived therefrom) 328.00 feet along the East line
of said Quarter Section to the centerline of Prairie Avenue (S.R. 23); thence South 56°44'00"
West 272 .88 feet along said centerline; thence South 0°00'00" East 35.88 feet to the
Southeastern boundary of said Prairie Avenue and the Point of Beginning of this description
which point is 30.00 feet (measured at right angles) from the centerline of said Prairie Avenue);
thence continuing South 0°00'00" East 11.96 feet along an East line of the Owners land (which
land is parallel with the East line of said Quarter Section); thence South 62°10'30" West 105 .35
feet to the Southeastern boundary of said Prairie Avenue; thence North 56°44'00" East 111.43
feet along said Southeastern boundary to the Point of Beginning.
ALSO EXCEPTING
Part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter of Section 22, Township 37 North, Range
2 East, Portage Township, St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Northwest Quarter of said Section 22; thence South
0°00'00" West along the East line of said Northwest Quarter a distance of 1158.50 feet; thence
South 88°51'29" West a distance of30.0l feet to the West boundary of Locust Road and the
Point of Beginning of this description; thence South 88°51 '29" West a distance of 40.00 feet;
thence North 0°00'00" East a distance of 60 .00 feet; thence North 88°51 '29" East a distance of
40.00 feet to the West boundary of said Locust Road; thence South 0°00'00" West along said
boundary 60.00 feet to the Point of Beginning.
Property Address Reference: V /L Prairie and Locust, South Bend, IN 46628
be and the same is herby established as S2 SUBURBAN NEIGHBORHOOD 2
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SECTION III. This ordinance is and shall be subject to commitments as provided by Chapter 21-
12.07(f)(7) Commitments, if applicable.
SECTION IV. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the
Common Council and approval by the Mayor, and legal publication, and full execution of any
conditions or Commitments placed upon the approval.
Attest:
Dawn M. Jones, City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
Sharon McBride, Council President
South Bend Com..'110n Council
Presented by me, the undersigned Clerk of the City of South Bend, to the Mayor of the
City of South Bend, Indiana on the ___ day of ________ ~ 2022, at __ _
o'clock . m.
Dawn M . Jones , City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
Approved and signed by me on the ___ day of ______ ., 2022, at
m.
James Mueller, Mayor
City of South Bend, Indiana
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City of South Bend
PLAN COMMISSION
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
South Bend Common Council
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www . .southbendin .gov/zoning
Re : Bill#133-21 -A proposed ordinance of LEOPOLD EMMA 1/2 AND HANCZ SCOTT E & HANCZ
ERIC J & BULLINGTON AMY L 1/2 INT to zone from S 1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 to C Commercial
and S2 Suburban Neighborhood 2, property located at 2430 W Prairie Ave, City of South Bend -PC#
0077-21
Dear Council Members:
I hereby Certify that the above referenced ordinance of LEOPOLD EMMA 1/2 AND HANCZ SCOTT E
HANCZ ERIC J & BULLINGTON AMYL 1/2 INT was legally advertised on December 10, 2021 and
that the South Bend Plan Commission at its public hearing on February 21 , 2022 took the following
action:
Upon a motion by Jason Piontek, being seconded by Kyle Copelin and unanimously carried, a
proposed ordinance of LEOPOLD EMMA 1/2 AND HANCZ SCOTT E & HANCZ ERIC J &
BULLINGTON AMY L 1/2 INT to zone from S 1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 to C Commercial and
S2 Suburban Neighborhood 2, property located at 2430 W Prairie Ave, City of South Bend, is sent to
the Common Council with a FAVORAB LE recommendation, subject to 1) limiting the commercial
space to the northern 250'; 2) no commercial access to Locust; and 3) a subdivision to separate the
two differently zoned portions .
The staff report is attached. The deliberations of the Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at
the above decision are shown in the minutes of the public hearing, Minutes of the public hearing are
available in our office and will be posted on our website once approved .
Sincerely,
71~
M.Smith
Zoning Administrator
Attachment
CC: LEOPOLD EMMA 1/2 AND HANCZ SCOTT E & HANCZ ERIC J & BULLINGT ON AMY L
1/2 INT
John Tiffany
Tim Corcoran
Planning Director
Angela Smith
Zoning Adminis trator
Scott Ford
Commission President
Staff Report -PC#0077-21 January 18, 2022
Property Information
Location : 2430 W PRAIRIE AVE
Owner: LEOPOLD EMMA 1/2 AND HANCZ SCOTT E & HANCZ ERIC J &
BULLINGTON AMYL 1/2 INT
Requested Action
Rezone from S1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 to C Commercial and S2 Suburban Neighborhood 2
Project Summary
Construction of a commercial strip with 4 spaces on the northern portion of the lot, with the rema inder
rese rved for future development.
Location Map
Recommendation
Staff Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the staff
recommends the Plan Commission send the amended rezoning petition to the Commo n Council
with an favorable recommendation, subject to the following: 1) limiti ng the commercial space to
the northern 250'; 2) no commercial access to Locust ; and 3) a su bdiv ision to separate t he two
differently zoned portions.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 1 of 4
Staff Report -PC#0077-21 January 18, 2022
Criteria for Decision Making
Rezoning
Per State Law, the Plan Commission and Common Council shall pay reasonable regard to:
1. Comprehensive Plan:
Policy Plan:
The petition with City Plan, South Bend Comprehensive Plan (2006), Objective LU 2.2 Pursue a
mix of land uses along major corridors and other locations identified on the Future Land Use
Map. By limiting the commercial to the northern 250', it is consistent with Objective LU2.4
Provide buffer spaces between non-compatible land uses .
Land Use Plan:
The future land use plan identifies this area as medium density residential.
Plan Implementation/Other Plans:
The neighborhood and City Planning Staff are in an ongoing planning process for the greater
Rum Village Neighborhood.
2. Current Conditions and Character:
The current character of the area is a mix of low-to medium density residential and small-scale
commercial uses.
3. Most Desirable Use:
The most desirable use for the land would be medium density residential or a development that
focuses commercial uses on the far northern portion of the site while preserving the southern
portion as a buffer between the higher intensity use and the low density, rural residential.
4. Conservation of Property Values:
With proper buffering and limitation of commercial to the northern portion of the site, the
proposed development should not have a significant impact on surrounding property values ..
Prairie is a heavily traveled corridor with a mix of uses.
5. Responsible Development and Growth:
It is responsible development and growth to allow for the limited commercial development close
to a major thoroughfare with a medium density residential use to the south as a buffer to the rural
residential in the area.
Analysis & Recommendation
Commitments: There are no commitment proposed at this time.
Analysis: Prairie Avenue has a history of small scale commercial throughout the corridor . The
neighborhood, in its most recent planning process, in the fall of 2021 has indicated a desire for
commercial uses that are compatible with the surrounding neighborhood without negatively
impacting property values. Limiting commercial development to the area immediately adjacent to
Prairie with medium density residential in the southern portion would help protect the residential
character of the area.
Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the staff recommends the
Plan Commission send the amended rezoning petition to the Common Council with an favorable
recommendation, subject to the following: 1) limiting the commercial space to the northern 250';
2) no commercial access to Locust; and 3) a subdivision to separate the two differently zoned
portions.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 4 of 4
Staff Report -PC#00??-21 January 18 , 2022
Site & Context
Land Uses and Zoning:
On site: On site is a wooded vacant lot.
North: To the north, across Prairie, are single unit dwellings zoned S1 Suburban
Neighborhood 1.
East: To the east, across Locust, are single unit dwellings zoned S1 Suburban Neighborhood
1. At the southwest corner of Prairie and Locust is a vacant lot zoned C Commercial.
South: To the south is a single unit dwelling zoned S1 Suburban Neighborhood 1.
West: To the west is a single unit dwelling zoned S1 Suburban Neighborhood 1.
District Intent:
The C District is established to provide a location for medium-to high-intensity commercial uses
that are auto-oriented, typically located along major corridors at the fringe of the City or as small
groupings located outside of neighborhood centers. The S2 District is established to provide for,
maintain, and enhance suburban neighborhoods or primarily apartment complexes or houses
grouped together outside of the City's core .
Site Plan Description:
The most recent site plan shows a proposed commercial space on the northern 250'. The
remainder of the lot is shown as S2 Suburban Neighborhood 2, which is designed for multi-family
development. No specific site plan has been developed either portion. The site will need to
comply with all the development standards of the appropriate district.
Zoning and Land Use History and Trends:
The far south western portion of the city was developed slowly during the middle of the 20th
Century with small suburban ranch homes and small scale commercial along Prairie.
With the construction and expansion of the Four Winds Casino in the past decade, there has
been an increase in small commercial activity along Prairie .
Traffic and Transportation Considerations:
Prairie avenue is a two lane State-Highway with no on-street parking. Locust is a narrow two
lane road with no on-street parking .
Agency Comments
Agency Comments:
The Engineering Department stated that a traffic study would be needed and possible upgrades
provided to Locust before access could be granted along the eastern property edge.
A traffic study would be needed and possible upgrades provided to Locust before access was
granted along the eastern property edge.
Staff Comments:
Commercial activity along the northern portion of the lot may be beneficial to the surrounding
neighborhood if developed in a manner compatible with the other small scale commercial
properties nearby. By limiting the commercial development to the northern 250' of the site, it will
allow sufficient room for commercial development along Prairie without substantially impacting
the surrounding residential uses. Commercial access to Locust should be prohibited . A plan for
tree preservation will need to be considered .
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 3 of 4
Staff Report -PC#00??-21 Janua ry 18 , 2022
Proposed Site Plan
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 2 of 4
BILL NO. 04-22
City of South Bend
PLAN COMMISSION
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
South Bend Common Council
227 W. Jefferson Blvd., 4th Floor
South Bend, IN 46601
County-City Building
227 W. Jefferson Blvd . 1400S
South Bend , Il'J 46601
574) 23 5-7627
www.southbendin .gov/zoning
Re: Bill#04-22 - A proposed ordinance of DEV 2122 28 SR 23 LLC to zone from NC Neighborhood
Center to C Commercial, property located at 2122 and 2128 SOUTH BEND AVE, City of South Bend -
PC# 0088-22
Dear Council Members:
I hereby Certify that the above referenced ordinance of DEV 2122 28 SR 23 LLC was legally advertised
on February 11, 2022 and that the South Bend Plan Commission at its public hearing on February 21,
2022 took the following action:
Upon a motion by Sheila Niezgodski, being seconded by John Martinez and unanimously carried, a
proposed ordinance of DEV 2122 28 SR 23 LLC to zone from NC Neighborhood Center to C
Commercial, property located at 2122 and 2128 SOUTH BEND AVE, City of South Bend, is sent to
the Common Council with a FAVORABLE recommendation, subject to a subdivision to match the
zoning line established.
The staff report is attached. The deliberations of the Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at
the above decision are shown in the minutes of the public hearing, Minutes of the public hearing are
available in our office and will be posted on our website once approved.
Sincerely,
J ,71.~
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Zoning Administrator
Attachment
CC : DEV 2122 28 SR 23 LLC
Tim Corcoran
Planning Director
Angela Smith
Zoning Administrator
Scott Ford
Commissi o n Pr e sident
Staff Report -PC#0088-22 February 21, 2022
Property Information
Location : 2122 and 2128 SOUTH BEND AVE
Owner: DEV 2122 28 SR 23 LLC
Requested Action
Rezone from NC Neighborhood Center to C Commercial
Project Summary
Rezone to C Commercial to allow for an Automotive Lube Center to compliment the adjacent Drive and
Shine facility. A portion of the existing retail shops will remain .
Location Map
Recommendation
Staff Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the staff
recommends the rezoning petition be sent to the Common Council with a favorable
recommendation , subject to a subdivision to match the zoning lline established.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 1 of 4
Staff Report -PC#0088-22 2/21/2022
Site & Context
Land Uses and Zoning:
On site: On site is a two storefront retail bu ilding and billboard sign .
North: To the north, across South Bend Ave, are properties zoned C Commercial.
East: To the east is a gas station zoned C Commercial and retai l properties zoned NC
Neighborhood Center.
South: To the south is a former restaurant zoned NC Neighborhood Center.
West: To the west is the new Drive & Shine zoned C Commercial.
District Intent:
The C District is established to provide a location for medium-to high-intensity connmercial uses
that are auto-oriented, typically located along major corridors at the fringe of the City or as small
groupings located outside of neighborhood centers.
Site Plan Description:
The current site plan shows the removal of one of the two storefronts and the constr uction of a
Lube Center on the western portion of the site .
Zoning and Land Use History and Trends:
Properties along this portion of South Bend Avenue are a mix of NC Neighborhood Center and C
Commercial Districts. Auto-oriented commercial is primarily focused on the north side of the
street with several drive-through restaurants, a bank, and other auto-oriented uses. The south
side of the street is primarily NC Neighborhood Center with C Commercial properties scattered
throughout. The South Bend Avenue corridor has seen significant investment and redevelopment
over the past five years.
Traffic and Transportation Considerations:
This portion of South Bend Avenue is also State Road 23 with four travel lanes and a center turn
lane .
Agency Comments
Agency Comments: Access will need to be coordinated with INDOT.
Staff Comments:
This section of State Road 23 is a heavily traveled corridor. Traffic can be a sign ificant concern
and careful attention should be paid to the access location and design . To protect pedestrians.
the sidewalk should be redesigned to allow for a tree lawn between the street and t he sidewalk.
Criteria for Decision Making
Rezoning
Per State Law, the Plan Commission and Common Council shall pay reasonable regard to:
1. Comprehensive Plan:
Policy Plan:
The petition is consistent with City Plan , South Bend Comprehensive Plan (2006), Objective LU
2.2 Pursue a mix of land uses along major corridors and other locations identified on the Future
Land Use Map.
Land Use Plan:
The future land use plan identifies this area as Commercial.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 3 of 4
Staff Report -PC#0088-22
Plan Implementation/Other Plans:
There are no specialized plans for this area.
2. Current Conditions and Character:
2/21/2022
Currently, the character of this section of South Bend Avenue is primarily auto-orientated
commercial uses.
3. Most Desirable Use:
The most desirable use for the property would be a commercial use designed to minimize impact
on pedestrian traffic.
4. Conservation of Property Values:
Because this is an existing commercial corridor, the use and value of adjacent properties shou ld
not be adversely affected .
5. Responsible Development and Growth:
It is responsible development and growth to allow for a new business to reinvest into property
along South Bend Avenue in a manner that is complimentary to the existing businesses.
Analysis & Recommendation
Commitments: There are no commitments proposed at this time .
Analysis: Rezoning the site to C Commercial will allow for the redevelopment of an area along a major
corridor into the City. This site's location on a heavily traveled State highway near the
intersection with Ironwood support the request for a more auto-oriented land use.
Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the staff recommends the
rezoning petition be sent to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation, subject to a
subdivision to match the zoning line established.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 4 of 4
BILL NO. 05-22
City of South Bend
PLAN COMMISSION
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
South Bend Common Council
227 W . Jefferson Blvd., 4 th Floor
South Bend, IN 46601
County-City Building
227 W. Jefferson Blvd . 1400S
South Bend, IN 46 601
57 4) 235 -7627
www.southbendin .gov/zoning
Filed in Ck:rl<'s Office ,-.
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CITY CLE RK, SOUTH f3END, IN
Re: Bill#05-22 - A proposed ordinance ofRMD REAL ESTATE LLC to zone from Sl Suburban
Neighborhood 1 to C Commercial, property located at 2240 PRAIRIE AVE, City of South Bend -PC#
0086-22
Dear Council Members:
I hereby Certify that the above referenced ordinance of RMD REAL ESTA TE LLC was legally
advertised on February 11 , 2022 and that the South Bend Plan Commission at its public hearing on
February 21, 2022 took the following action:
Upon a motion by Kyle Copelin, being seconded by John Martinez and unanimously carried, a
proposed ordinance ofRMD REAL ESTATE LLC to zone from Sl Suburban Neighborhood 1 to C
Commercial, property located at 2240 PRAIRIE AVE, City of South Bend, is sent to the Common
Council with a FAVORABLE recommendation .
The staff report is attached. The deliberations of the Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at
the above decision are shown in the minutes of the public hearing, Minutes of the public hearing are
available in our office and will be posted on our website once approved .
Sincerely,
11-~
M.Smith
Zoning Administrator
Attachment
CC: RMDREALESTATE LLC
Tim Corcoran
Planning Director
Angela Smith
Zoning Administrator
Scott Ford
Commission President
Staff Report -PC#0086-22 February 21, 2022
Property Information
Location: 2240 PRAIRIE AVE
Owner: RMD REAL ESTATE LLC
Requested Action
Rezone from S1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 to C Commercial
Project Summary
Request to change south portion of property from S1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 to C Commercial to
match northern portion of the property.
Location Map
Recommendation
Staff Recommendation: Based on the information available prior to the public hearing, the staff
recommends the Plan Commission send the rezoning petition to the Common Council with a
favorable recommendation.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 1 of 4
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574) 266-1010
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Staff Report -PC#0086-22 2/21/2022
Site & Context
Land Uses and Zoning:
On site : On site is currently a vacant lot.
North : To the north, across Prairie Ave, is a Fire Station zoned NC Neighborhood Cen ter.
East: To the east is a retail establishment zoned C Commerci al
South : To the south is a wooded lot zoned S1 Suburban Neig hbo rhood 1.
West: To the west is a gas station zoned C Commercial.
District Intent:
The C District is established to provide a location for med i um-to high-intensity commercial uses
that are auto-oriented , typically located along major corridors at the fringe of the City or as small
groupings located outside of neighborhood centers .
Site Plan Description:
There was no site plan submitted for the petition. The site will need to comply with all
development stadards of the C Commercial District when developed.
Zoning and Land Use History and Trends:
The far south-western portion of the city was developed slowly during the middle of the 2oth
Century with small suburban ranch homes and small scale commer cial along Prairie. With the
construction and expans ion of the Four Winds Casino in the past decade, there has bee n an
increase in small commercial activity along Prairie. The current lot is a combination of zoned C
Commercial on smaller parcels adjacent to Prairie with the rear po rt ion of the lot being zoned S1
Suburban Neighborhood 1.
Traffic and Transportation Considerations:
Prairie avenue is a two lane State-Highway with no on-street parking.
Agency Comments
Agency Comments:
There are no Engineering comments at this time . Engineering will fl.!llly review when the property
is subm itted for Commercial Plan Review.
Staff Comments:
Commercial activity along the lot may be beneficial to the surrou nding neighborhood if developed
in a manner compatible with the other small scale commercial properties nearby. The existing
commercial properties can be developed , however the shallow depth make development more
challenging .
Criteria for Decision Making
Rezoning
Per State Law, the Plan Commission and Common Council shall pay reasonable regard to:
1. Comprehensive Plan:
Policy Plan:
The petition is consistent with City Plan, South Bend Comprehensi ve Plan (2006), Objective LU
2 .2 Pursue a mix of land uses along major corridors and other locations identified on the Future
Land Use Map.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 3 of 4
Staff Report -PC#0086-22
Land Use Plan:
The future land use plan identifies this area as commercial.
Plan Implementation/Other Plans:
2/21/2022
The neighborhood and City Planning Staff are in an ongoing planning process for the greater
Rum Village Neighborhood .
2. Current Conditions and Character:
The current character of the area is small scale suburban commercial properties and other
institutional uses.
3. Most Desirable Use:
The most desirable use for the land would be commercial uses which fit into the small scale
suburban character of the surrounding area.
4. Conservation of Property Values:
The proposed development should not have significant impact on surrounding property values.
The northern portion of the parcel is already zoned C Commercial.
5. Responsible Development and Growth:
It is responsible development and growth to allow for the limited commercial development close
to a major thoroughfare.
Analysis & Recommendation
Commitments: There are no commitments proposed at this time .
Analysis: Rezoning the southern portion of the site to C Commercial will allow for a cohesive
development site along a heavily traveled commercial corridor. The northern portion of the parcel
is already zoned C Commercial. Prairie Avenue has a history of small scale commercial
throughout the corridor . In recent planning process (fall of 2021 ), the neighborhood has indicated
a desire for commercial uses that are compatible with the surrounding neig h borhood without
negatively impacting property values .
Recommendation: Based on the information available prior to the public hearing , the staff recommends
the Plan Commission send the rezoning petition to the Common Council with a favorable
recommendation.
SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 4 of 4
BILL NO. 22-11
Sl won L. Mc Brid e
Pre sid e 11l
Sh e il a N iezgod ski
Vice P res idcnl
Canne th Lee
C ha irpe rson, Committee
or the \tVh olc
Cann eth Lee
First Distr ict
H e nry D av is, Jr.
Second Distri ct
Sharon L. M c Bri d e
Third Dist ri ct
Troy \tVam er
Fo urth Di str ic t
Eli W,L"\
Fifth Distr ic t
She il a N iezgocl ski
Si xth Di stri ct
Kar e n L. \V hitc
A t L,Lrge
Rac hel Tomas Mo rgan
A l Large
Lo ri K H ,urnu rn
Al La rge
City of South Bend
Common Council
1l!t.1 Coun ty -C ity Building • 227 W . J ellerso n Bin i
South Be ll(!, Indi a n a 4660 l
February 23, 2022
Filed i•-r; , k's Office
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4th Floor, County-City Building
South Bend, IN 46601
CI TY CLEfH<, SOUTH i:3END, IN
Re: A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CALLING FOR FULL REPLACEMENT OF
FUNDS AVAILABLE TO THE CITY, GUARANTEED BY THE STATE,
FOR ANY CHANGES IN FUNDING RES UL TING FROM ANY CHANGES
IN INDIANA'S BUSINESS PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX LAWS
Dear Council Members:
As you know, the Indiana General Assembly is considering changes in the Indiana
Business Personal Property Tax laws, including the possible elimination of the tax .
Proceeds from this tax help fund local governments, including the City of South
Bend.
Whether changes in the tax laws will benefit the state of Indiana is a decision that
rests with the legislature . However, elimination of the tax without guaranteed
replacement funds will reduce the funding available to the City by an estimated $16
million.
This resolution does not oppose the possible changes in the business personal
property laws but does express the Council 's opposition to changes without a
method of full guaranteed replacement funds for the City . The well-being of the
City and its residents depends on continued funding for City Services .
I ask that this proposed resolution be considered by the Personnel and Finance
Committee on February 28 , 2022, followed by consideration by the entire Council
at the full meeting later that evening.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely yours,
4J.Tv:~~ .... Rachel Tomas organ, Sout encl
Common Council, Member At Large
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BILL NO. 22-12
BILL NO. 22-12
RESOLUTION NO.
Filed in Clo; ,,'s Office
DAWN M. JONES
CITY CLERK, SOU TH BEN D, IN
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CALLING FOR FULL REPLACEMENT
OF FUNDS AVAILABLE TO THE CITY, GUARANTEED BY THE STATE, FOR ANY
CHANGES IN FUNDING RES UL TING FROM ANY CHANGES IN INDIANA'S
BUSINESS PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX LAWS
WHEREAS, the Indiana legislature proposed changes to the depreciation floor and other
aspects oflndiana's business personal property tax as a priority in its 2022 legislative agenda;
and
WHEREAS, the status of such legislation, including possible amendments, is currently
in a state of uncertainty; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend opposes all legislation that
contemplates eliminating any portion of the personal property tax without permanent full
replacement guaranteed by the state; and
WHEREAS, any contemplated revenue replacement must be a source of revenue that
continues to grow over time just as a property tax base would in order to allow growing
communities to meet the demand for services; and
WHEREAS, a permanent state tax credit applied to all proposed business personal
property tax reductions, holidays, phase-outs, etc., could eliminate unnecessary burden on local
government in order to continue building health Indiana communities; and,
WHEREAS, the personal property tax is a relied upon method for funding many local
governments; and
WHEREAS, for taxing units not at the caps, a reduction in the tax base could result in
property owners paying more in residential property taxes. For those communities at the caps,
any phase out of the business personal property tax means a loss in revenue for local units of
government; and
WHEREAS, Business Personal Property Tax distributions to local units of government
exceed $1 Billion; and
WHEREAS, the City of South Bend in St. Joseph County could lose up to an estimated
16 million in tax revenues ; and
WHEREAS, The Tax Foundation 2022 State Business Tax Climate Index lists Indiana
as number one ranking for property tax; and
WHEREAS, Indiana consistently ranks in the top states with an attractive business tax
climate, yet a community's quality of life is an increasingly greater influencer of business
relocation and growth decisions.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IS RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South
Bend, Indiana, as follows:
Section I. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana opposes an
legislation that contemplates eliminating any portion of the business personal property tax
without full and permanent replacement guaranteed by the State of Indiana
Section II. Continued full funding is necessary for the well-being oflocal governments
and their citizens.
Section III. This resolution shall become effective upon the date of passage
Dated this 28th day of February 2022 .
Sharon L. McBride, Council President
South Bend Common Council
1200N Cou:-1TY-C1TY Bu1w 1NG
227 W . J EFF.ERSON BLVD.
SO UTH B END, I NDI ANA 4660 l'-1 830
PHONE 574.235 .92 16
FAX 574.235 .9928
C ITY O F SO UTH B END, IN JAM ES M UELLE R, MAYOR
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE
February 21, 2022
Ms. Sharon McBride, President
Gity of South Bend Common Council
227 W. Jefferson Boulevard, 4th Floor
South Bend, Indiana 46601
RE: QI 2022 Additional Appropriation Ordinance
Dear President McBride,
Filed in Clerk's Cw.·'
FEB 2 ~3 2022
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D/1 \ 'N M. JON ES
CI TY CL E.Hr<, SOUTH BEN D, IN
Dming the past several years, it has been the practice of the City of South Bend to request department
heads, fiscal staff and city administration to conduct an extensive review of the status of compliance with
the adopted city budget and propose necessary adjustments periodically throughout the year. For 2022, we
plan to propose adjustments during four time periods-March, June, September and December.
Based on our budget review, we are submitting the enclosed Ql 2022 additional appropriation ordinance for
your consideration.
I wiU present this bill to the Common Council at the appropriate committee and Council meetings. It is
requested that this bill be filed for I st reading on February 28, 2022, with 2nd reading, public hearing and
3rd reading scheduled for March 14, 2022.
Thank you for your attention to this request. If you should have any questions, please feel to contact me at
574-235-9822.
Regards ,
Daniel T. Parker
City Controller
BILL NO. 08-22
BILL NO. 08-22
ORDINANCE NO. -----
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DAWN M. JI)', l
CITY CLERK, SOU f'H bEND, lN
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
APPROPRIATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR CERTAIN DEPARTMENTAL AND C][TY
SERVICES OPERATIONS FOR THE YEAR 2022 OF $183,000 FROM THE LAW
ENFORCEMENT CONTINUING EDUCATION FUND (#220), $7,800,000 FROM THE LOCAL
INCOME TAX -ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FUND (#408), $180,000 FROM THE SEWAGE
WORKS OPERATING FUND (#641), AND $347,697 FROM THE EQUQIPMENTNEHICLE
LEASING FUND (#750)
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE AND INTENT
The Common Council passed the City's 2022 operating and capital budgets via Ordinance #10814-
21 , passed on October 11 , 2021 , which included expenditures for various City operations. It is now
necessary to appropriate additional funds for operational and capital expenditures necessary for the City to
effect provision of services to its citizens which were not anticipated at the time the City budget was adopted.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana , as follows:
Section I. The following amounts are hereby appropriated in fiscal year 2022 and set apart within
the following designated funds for expenditures as follows:
FUND
Law Enforcement Continuing Education (#2 20)
Local Income Tax Economic Development (#408)
Sewage Works Operating (#641)
Equipment/Vehicle Leasing (#750)
TOTAL
Amount
183 ,000
7 ,8 00,000
180,000
347 ,697
8,510,697
Section II . This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage b y the
Common Council and approval of the Mayor.
Attest:
Dawn M. Jones, City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
Sharon L. McBride, Council President
South Bend Common Council
Presented by me, the undersigned Clerk of the City of South Bend, to the Mayor of the City
of South Bend, Indiana on the ___ day of ________ ~ 2022, at ___ o 'clock
m.
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Dawn M. Jones, City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
Approved and signed by me on the ___ day of _____ ~ 2022, at
James Mueller, Mayor
City of South Bend, Indiana
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CITY CLER K, SOU TH BE ND, IN
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City of South Bend
PLAN COMMISSION
County -City Building
227 W . Jefferson Blvd . 1400S
South Bend, IN 46601
57 4) 235-7627
www.sout lh bendin .gov/zoning
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Honorable Committee Chair Hamann
4th Floor, County-City Building
South Bend, IN 46601 CITY CIJ~RK, SOl.,/TH ~g NIJ , IN
RE: 2413 Prairie
Dear Committee Chair Hamann:
Enclosed is an Ordinance for the proposed Zone Map Amendment at the above referenced
location . Also included is the application submitted by the petitioner.
Please include the attached Ordinance on the Council agenda for first reading at your February
28 , 2022 Council meeting, and set it for public hearing at your March 28th 2022 Council
me~ting. The petition is tentatively scheduled for public hearing at the March 21 st 2022 South
Bend Plan Commission meeting. The recommendation of the South Bend Plan Commission will
be forwarded to the Office of the City Clerk by noon on the day following the public hearing.
The petitioner provided the following to describe the proposed project:
The project will consist of the rezoning of six lots from S 1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 to
C Commercial for the establishment of a Convenience Store / Filling Station.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office.
Sincerely,
Joseph Molnar
Zon ing Specialist
CC : Bob Palmer
Tim Corcoran
Planning Director
Angela Smith
Zoning Administrator
Scott Ford
Commission President
BILL NO. 09-22
LILY u, :>uu1:n oena
PLAN COMMISSION
Petition for Rezoning or Combined Public Hearing
Property Information
Tax Key Number: See below . -------------------------------
Address : 2413 Prairie Avenue , South Bend , Indiana 46614
Owner: Homela nd Village LLC / Superclean Corporation
Legal Description:
Lots 1-3, 55 -56 , 136-139 of Homeland Addition
Tax Key Numbers : 018-8109-5419 , 018-8109-5402 , 018-8109-5421 , 018-8109-5461 , 018-8109-5460 ,
018 -8109-5459
Project Summary
The project will consist of the rezoning of 6 lots from a S-1 Suburban Residential zoning
designation to a C -Commercial Zoning d es ig nati on necessary to s uppo rt a Convenience
Store /Filling Station use located at the No rt h We st corner of the int erse ct ion of Prairie Avenue
and Olive Street.
Requested Action
Application includes (check all that apply)
Rezoning
Current District: S1 Suburban Neighborhood 1
Proposed District: C Commercial
Additional Districts, if applicable
Additional Districts, if applicable
The Plan Commission and Council will consider the following in the review of a rezon ing petition:
1) The comprehensive Plan ;
2) Current conditions and the character of the current structures and uses in each district;
3) The most desirable use for which the land in each district is adapted;
4) The conservation of property values throughout the jurisdiction; and
5) Responsible development and growth.
D Subdivision -complete and attach subdivision application
D Specia l Exception -complete and attach Criteria for Decision Making
Use requested: -----------------------
Variance(s) -List variances below, complete and attach Criteria for Decision Making
Variance(s) requested :
Required Documents
0 Completed Application (including Contact Information)
0 Site Plan drawn to scale
0 Filing Fee
D Additional documents as noted above
Contact information
Property owner(s) of the petition site:
Name : Homeland Village LLC
Address: 5222 West Western Avenue , South Bend , IN 46619
Np me : Superclean Corporation
Address : 2400 Miracle Lane , Mishawaka, IN 46262
Nam e :
Address : _________________________ _
Contact Person:
Name : Steven Ruby
Address : 315 W. Jefferson Blvd.
So uth Bend , IN 46601
Phone Number: (574 ) 538 -2201 -----------------------
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sruby@abonmarche .com -
ma,:
By signing this petition, the Petitioner/Property Owners of the above described Real
Estate acknowledge they are responsible for understanding and complying with the
South Bend Zoning Ordinance and any other ordinance governing the property.
Failure of staff to notify the petitioner of a requirement does not imply approval or
waiver from anything contained within the ordinance.
The undersigned authorizes the contact person listed above to represent this petition
befoire the South Bend Plan Commission and Common Council and to answer any and
all questions related to this petition.
Property Owne r (s) Signatures:
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OLIVE STREET
OLIVE & PRAIRIE
C" STORE
SOUTH BEND , INDIANA
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BILL NO. 09-22
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
2413 PRARIE, COUNCILMANIC DISTRICT NO. 6 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE AND INTENT
The project will consist of the rezoning of six lots from S 1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 to
C Commercial for the establishment of a Convenience Store/ Filling Station.
Petitioners desire to rezone the property from S 1 Suburban Neighborhood 1 District to C
Commercial District.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana, as follows :
SECTION I. Ordinance No. 10689-19 , which ordinance is commonly known as the
Zoning Ordinance of the City of South Bend, Indiana, be and the same hereby amended in order
that the zoning classification of the following described real estate in the City of South Bend, St.
Joseph County, State oflndiana:
Lots 1 -3, 55 -56 , 136 -139 of Homeland Addition.
Tax Key: 018-8109-5419, 018-8109-5402, 018-8109-5421, 018-81095461 , 018-8109-
5460, 018-8109-5459
be and the same is herby established as C Commercial District
SECTION II. This ordinance is and shall be subject to commitments as provided by
Chapter 21-12.07(±)(7) Commitments, if applicable.
SECTION III. This Ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage
by the Cornmon Council and approval by the Mayor, and legal publication, and full execution of
any conditions or Commitments placed upon the approval.
Attest:
Dawn M. Jones, City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
Sharon McBride, Council President
South Bend Common Council
Presented by me, the undersigned Clerk of the City of South Bend, to the Mayor of the
City of South Bend, Indiana on the ___ day of _____ ~---·' 2022, at __ _
o'clock . m.
Dawn M. Jones, City Clerk
Office of the City Clerk
Approved and signed by me on the ___ day of _____ ~ 2022, at
m.
James Mueller, Mayor
City of South Bend, Indiana
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