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Home My WebLink About07-22-96 Zoning & Annexation Commttt** '.sport: Zoning and Annexation Committee Co Os Common Council of tbt Litt of south att : The July 22, 1996 of the Zoning and Annexation Committee was called to order by its Vice Chairperson,Council Member David Varner,at 4:20 P.M.in the Council informal meeting room. Persons in attendance included Council Members: Luecke, Coleman, Pfeifer, Varner, Kelly, Washington, Broden, and Hosinski; Doug Carpenter Citizen Member, Richard Nussbaum, Ken Fedder, Jon Hunt, Marco Mariani, Don Porter, and Kathleen Cekanski- Farrand. In light of the absence of the chairperson of the Committee, Council Member Tom Zakrzewski,Council Member Varner went forward with the meeting.The Committee then reviewed 2 items jointly namely Resolution No. 96-31 which is the written fiscal plan and establishing a policy for services to a proposed annexed area in Centre Township and also substitute Bill No. 23-96 which is a proposed annexation for certain contiguous property located in Centre Township commonly known as the"Copperfield Annexation". Marco Mariani made the presentation. He noted that the area in question is primarily residential. There are 42 single family areas and 21 condo. The area in question already receiving sewer and water services.He noted that there would be no additional costs for fire and police services. He also noted that street lights can be provided at no additional cost. In response to a question raised by Citizen Member Doug Carpenter,it was noted that the area in question is approximately 51 acres. In response to a question raised by Council Member Broden,it was noted that there was a public informational meeting which was well attended by approximately 80 residents. Various department heads were also present for the meeting. Mr. Hunt noted that a letter dated June 26, 1996, was sent to all property owners of record. The substitute Bill is necessary in light of the new language that addresses the 3 year phase in of tax abatement. Mr. Hunt noted that growth of the city at edges by the revitalization of existing areas is necessary for competing as a metropolitan area.In response to a question raised by Council Member Broden, it was noted that the tax abatement would phase in at 75%, 50% and 25%. At this point Council Member Zakrzewski joined the meeting. Council Member Coleman noted that the anti-annexation remonstrance would kick-in at the remonstrance level following action by the Common Council. It was also noted that the new state law addressing the phased in tax abatement process took effect on July 1, 1996. It was noted that Copperfield was first proposed then Hermitage Estates. Council Member Coleman stated that there should be a normal growth potential and that revitalizing the entire city was necessary and that annexation was a proper tool to meet this objective. Committee Report Zoning and Annexation July 26, 1996 Page 2 Council Member Luecke noted that wavers had been requested with the city administration noting that 31 had signed such wavers. Following further discussion, Council Member Luecke made a motion, seconded by Citizen Member Doug Carpenter that Resolution No.96-31 and Bill No.23-96 as amended be recommended favorably to the Council.The motion passed. The Council Attorney then recommended that Resolution No.96-75 which is a request for preliminary approval of the issuance of bonds for fmancing certain Economic Development Facilities located at 4404 William Richardson Court be heard under miscellaneous business. Mr. Ken Fedder the attorney for the Economic Development Commission, made the presentation. He noted that he has been the attorney for approximately 25 years. The petitioner Crystal Mountain Inc. is requesting the bonds to allow the addition of a 12,000 square foot building to be added to their current facility. The expansion would total approximately$790,000.00 and would add approximately 13 new jobs to the payroll.This is and inducement Resolution with no tax liability to the City of South Bend.He noted that there has been over 200 such requests made to the South Bend Common Council since 1971. Council Member Varner asked if the petitioner is seeking tax abetment and Mr. Fedder stated that he would check with his client. Council Member Luecke noted that the petitioner had received prior tax abatement for part of his current facility. Council Member Pfeifer questioned the quality of water and Mr. Fedder stated that his client would address this issue in further detail this evening. The Council Attorney noted that since this is under miscellaneous business and technically would receive a recommendation from a different Committee that no formal action would be necessary by the Committee. There being no further business to come before the Committee the meeting was adjourned at 4:50 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Council Member David Varner, Vice Chairperson,Zoning and Annexation