HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-12-02 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING AUGUST 12, 2002
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, met in the Council
Chambers of the County -City Building on Monday, August 12, 2002, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was
called to order by Council President Roland Kelly and the Invocation and Pledge to the Flag were
given.
ROLL CALL
Present: James Aranowski
Charlotte Pfeifer
Roland Kelly
Karl King
David Varner
Andrew Uj dak
Sean Coleman
Al `Buddy" Kirsits
Karen L. White
Absent: None
1" District
21 District
31 District President
4th District Chairperson, Committee of the Whole
5th District
6' District
At -Large
At -Large
At -Large Vice - President
REPORT FROM THE SUB- COMMITTEE ON MINUTES
To the Common Council of the City of South Bend: The sub - committee has inspected the minutes
of the July 22, 2002 meeting of the Council and found them to be correct.
Therefore, we recommend the same be approved.
s/Roland Kelly
s/David Varner
Councilmember Coleman made a motion that the minutes of the July 22, 2002 meeting of the
Council be accepted and placed on file. Councilmember White seconded the motion which carried
by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes.
RESOLVE INTO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
At 7:02 p.m. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole.
Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes.
Chairman King presiding.
BILL NO. 40 -02 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL TO VACATE THE
FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST
EAST /WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF MISHAWAKA
AVENUE FROM 21ST STREET WEST TO THE FIRST
NORTH /SOUTH ALLEY; AND THE FIRST
NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF 21ST STREET FROM
THE FIRST EAST /WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF
MISHAWAKA AVENUE
Councilmember Aranowski made a motion to postpone this bill until the August 26, 2002 meeting
of the Council at the request of the petitioner. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which
carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes.
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BILL NO. 56 -02 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL TO VACATE THE
FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST
ALLEY TO BE VACATED IS FIRST NORTH /SOUTH
ALLEY WEST OF WALNUT STREET FROM LISTON
STREET TO COLFAX AVENUE FOR A DISTANCE OF
103.25 FEET AND A WIDTH OF 16 FEET. THE SECOND
ALLEY TO BE VACATED IS THE FIRST
NORTH /SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF WALNUT STREET
FROM LISTON STREET SOUTH TO THE FIRST
EAST /WEST ALLEY FOR A DISTANCE OF 123.8 FEET
AND A WIDTH OF 16 FEET. BOTH BEING A PART OF
STUDEBAKER AND HINES' PLAT OF THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA
Councilmember Varner reported that the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee held a
Public Hearing on this bill this afternoon and sends it to the full Council with a favorable
recommendation.
Ms. Charlotte Sobel, Real Estate Development Director, South Bend Heritage Foundation, 803
Lincoln Way West, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill.
Ms. Sobel noted that South Bend Heritage is in the process of demolishing some dilapidated and
fire damaged properties and is putting in new curbs, sidewalks and tree lawns at the present time.
South Bend Heritage is asking that portions of two (2) alleys be vacated in order to replat the
property. New construction will begin in the next year or two. Ms. Sobel noted that to the south
of this property is the Spruce Street Subdivision where five (5) new homes have been built. At West
Washington Place they built fifteen (15) new single family homes and immediately adjacent is West
Washington Place Apartments which contain sixty -five (65) units of low income housing tax
credits. In this immediate neighborhood, over the past ten (10) years, South Bend Heritage has
invested in excess of $9 million in both private investment and public support from the City and the
Council. Ms. Sobel asked for the Council's favorable consideration of this request.
This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard.
Ms. Josephine Peaks, 1314 Hines Street, South Bend, Indiana, inquired how this vacation will
affect her as her house sits on the right side of the alley.
There was no one else present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to
this bill.
In rebuttal, Ms. Sobel advised that the alley that is north of Colfax that intersects with Hine Street
will not be closed. South Bend Heritage's work is entirely south of Colfax Avenue and there is no
work being done on the north side of Colfax. She noted that Ms. Peaks was notified because she
lives within the radius for notifying property owners of the proposed vacation.
Councilmember Coleman made a motion for favorable recommendation to full Council concerning
this bill. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes.
BILL NO. 54 -02 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
TRANSFERRING FROM WATER WORKS BOND
RESERVE FUND #628 TO WATER WORKS CAPITAL
FUND #622 THE SUM OF $2,168,000 AND
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APPROPRIATING $1,512,000 WITHIN WATER WORKS
FUND #622 FOR CAPITAL EXPENDITURES
Councilmember Al `Buddy" Kirsits reported that the Utilities Committee met on this bill and sends
it to the Council with a favorable recommendation.
Mr. John Stancati, Director, South Bend Water Works, 209 North Main Street, South Bend, Indiana,
made the presentation for this bill.
Mr. Stancati reminded members of the Council that on May 28, 2002, they passed an ordinance for
a surety bond which released the reserve fund of $2.168 million to be used for capital improvements.
At this time one million twelve- thousand dollars ($1, 012,000.00) is being appropriated for capital
improvements this year. These funds will be used for the North Pumping Station at Leeper Park
where there is a six million - gallon reservoir showing deterioration with the wall exposed and in
need of repair and patching. The funds will also be used for AMR units, for a well repair and
reconditioning and one (1) new well at the North Station. Money will also be used for land
purchase for a future well field, for the Colfax office reconfiguration to make them more customer
friendly and for a better telephone system to improve their ability to respond to customer complaints
and questions. Also, funds will be used for a backhoe, a front end loader, a four -wheel drive vehicle,
one (1) crew truck with utility body, one (1) full size vehicle, one (1) 3/4 ton and one (1) 3/4 ton
with extended utility body as well as several cargo vans.
Councilmember Varner asked Mr. Stancati how many vehicles will be retired with these
replacements. In response, Mr. Stancati advised that they will retire the backhoe and front end
loader. The vans will not be retired because they are needed for the AMR program. He noted that
they currently have two (2) employees to a vehicle but will go to only having one (1) employee per
vehicle. Mr. Stancati explained that they will send a one (1) man unit only on calls that they have
already made and where they are expected.
This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard.
There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this
bill, Councilmember White made a motion for favorable recommendation to full Council
concerning this bill. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote
of nine (9) ayes.
BILL NO. 55 -02 PUBLIC HEARING ON A BILL OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
APPROPRIATING $90,000 FROM THE EMERGENCY
MEDICAL SERVICES CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
Councilmember Ujdak reported that the Health and Public Safety Committee held a Public Hearing
this afternoon on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation.
Fire Chief Luther Taylor, South Bend Fire Department, 701 West Sample Street, South Bend,
Indiana, made the presentation for this bill.
Chief Taylor advised that this bill will appropriate ninety thousand dollars ($90,000.00) from the
Emergency Medical Services Capital Improvement Fund (Fund No. 288) to purchase and equip two
(2) command vehicles which will replace the current vehicles which are approximately five and one -
half (5 1/2) to six (6) years old. This will not increase the fleet as they will be phasing out the two
(2) older vehicles.
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This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard.
There was no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this
bill.
For the record, Councilmember Kirsits disclosed that he is employed by the South Bend Fire
Department. He noted that he will be one of the employees driving this vehicle when he is on duty.
However, this vehicle is not assigned to him on a 24/7 basis and it will be used by three (3) different
employees. Councilmember Kirsits stated that these vehicles are desperately needed for the Fire
Department. Further, Councilmember Kirsits stated that based on the advice of Council Attorney
Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand he will be able to vote on this matter.
Councilmember White made a motion for favorable recommendation to full Council concerning this
bill. Councilmember Aranowski seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes.
RISE AND REPORT
Councilmember Coleman made motion to rise and report to the full Council. Councilmember
White seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes.
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REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend reconvened in the Council
Chambers on the fourth floor of the County -City Building at 7:15 p.m. Council President Roland
Kelly presided with nine (9) members present.
BILLS - THIRD READING
ORDINANCE NO. 9341 -02 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, ANNEXING TO AND
BRINGING WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, CERTAIN LAND IN CENTRE
TOWNSHIP CONTIGUOUS THEREWITH; MARY BETH
WISEMAN, 60645 MAIN ST.
This bill had third reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to pass this bill.
Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of
nine (9) ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 9342 -02 AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING
DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST ALLEY TO BE
VACATED IS FIRST NORTH /SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF
WALNUT STREET FROM LISTON STREET TO COLFAX
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AVENUE FOR A DISTANCE OF 103.25 FEET AND A
WIDTH OF 16 FEET. THE SECOND ALLEY TO BE
VACATED IS THE FIRST NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY WEST
OF WALNUT STREET FROM LISTON STREET SOUTH
TO THE FIRST EAST /WEST ALLEY FOR A DISTANCE
OF 123.8 FEET AND A WIDTH OF 16 FEET. BOTH
BEING A PART OF STUDEBAKER AND HIKES' PLAT
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY,
INDIANA
This bill had third reading. Councilmember Varner made a motion to pass this bill. Councilmember
Coleman seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 9343 -02 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA TRANSFERRING
FROM WATER WORKS BOND RESERVE FUND #628
TO WATER WORKS CAPITAL FUND #622 THE SUM OF
$2,168,000 AND APPROPRIATING $1,512,000 WITHIN
WATER WORKS FUND #622 FOR CAPITAL
EXPENDITURES
This bill had third reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to pass this bill.
Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of
nine (9) ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 9344 -02 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING
$90,000 FROM THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND
This bill had third reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to pass this bill.
Councilmember Ujdak seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine
(9) ayes.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 3111 -02 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A
DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 7701 VORDEN
COURT TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION
AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A TEN (10) YEAR REAL
PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR TD 1996 REAL
ESTATE TRUST
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a
Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas
for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and
WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 7701 Vorden
Court, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows:
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Blackthorn West Business Park Major Sub, Lots 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11
and which has Key Numbers 31- 1036 - 059003, 31- 1036- 059004, 31 -1036- 059005, 31- 1036 - 059006,
31- 1036- 059007, and 31 -1036- 059009, as an Economic Revitalization Area; and
WHEREAS, notice of the adoption of a Declaratory Resolution and the public hearing before
the Council has been published pursuant to Indiana code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5; and
WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing for the purposes of hearing all remonstrances
and objections from interested persons; and
WHEREAS, the Council has determined that the qualifications for an economic revitalization
area have been met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South
Bend, Indiana, as follows:
SECTION I. The Common Council hereby confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating
the area described herein as an Economic Revitalization Area for the purposes of tax abatement.
Such designation is for Real property tax abatement only and is limited to two (2) calendar years
from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council.
SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified
for and is granted Real property tax deduction for a period of ten (10) years, and further determines
that the petition complies with Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend
and Indiana Code 6- 1.1 -12 et. seq.
SECTION III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption
by the Common Council and approved by the Mayor.
s /Roland Kelly
Member of the Common Council
Mr. Ben Godwin, Vice - President, Real Estate, Tech Data Corporation, 5350 Tech Data Drive,
Clearwater, Florida, made the presentation for this Resolution.
Mr. Godwin advised that this company has been in South Bend for ten (10) years and is moving
from a leased facility to an owned facility. Mr. Godwin noted that it has come to his attention that
there have been some concerns about the contractors, subcontractors and workers they will have on
this project. He noted that he has addressed those concerns with the various union representatives
and at this point in time he will use his efforts as the person responsible for real estate to make sure
that all citizens of this area have the opportunity to bid on any contracts or subcontracts for the job
and if they are competitive and have the skills and talents necessary to do the work they will be
given favorable consideration. Mr. Godwin advised that the company has one hundred thirty -five
(13 5) permanent employees as well as temporary employees and they want to support the area as
much as possible as this has been a very good location for them.
Councilmember Varner asked Mr. Godwin to suggest South Bend to potential developers if the
opportunity presents itself. Mr. Godwin stated that he would certainly do that and has already
offered his services to the Department of Economic Development and Project Future to speak to any
prospects. He noted that they look to this area as a growing distribution hub in this part of the
country and believe that the Blackthorn West project is an outstanding example of what one can do
to bring national and international firms to the area.
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Council President Kelly also thanked Mr. Godwin for his assistance in promoting South Bend.
A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time.
There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this
Resolution, Councilmember Coleman made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember
King seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine
(9) ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 3112 -02 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A
DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2603
FOUNDATION DRIVE TO BE AN ECONOMIC
REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE
(5) YEAR PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT
FOR ELY CHEMICAL CO., LTD.
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a
Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas
for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and
WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 2603
Foundation Drive and which is more particularly described as follows:
A tract of land in Section 28, Township 38 North, Range 2 East;
German Township, St. Joseph County, Indiana
with said real estate having Key Number 25 -1010- 040002, as an Economic Revitalization Area; and
WHEREAS, notice of the adoption of a Declaratory Resolution and the public hearing before
the Council has been published pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5; and
WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing for the purposes of hearing all remonstrances
and objections from interested persons; and
WHEREAS, the Council has determined that the qualifications for an economic revitalization
area have been met.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South
Bend, Indiana, as follows:
SECTION I. The Common Council hereby confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating
the area described herein as an Economic Revitalization Area for the purposes of tax abatement.
Such designation is for Personal Property tax abatement only and is limited to two (2) calendar years
from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council.
SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified
for and is granted Personal Property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years, and further
determines that the petition complies with Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Municipal Code of the City
of South Bend and Indiana Code 6- 1.1 -12 et sea.
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SECTION III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption
by the Common Council and approved by the Mayor.
s/Roland Kelly
Member of the Common Council
Mr. Andrew Jackson, Director, Ely Chemical Company Ltd., Lisle Lane, Ely, United Kingdom,
made the presentation for this Resolution.
Mr. Jackson noted that the Ely Chemical Company specializes in the research, development and
manufacture of chemicals, particularly chemical blends for use in aerospace engineering, nuclear,
iron and steel and the automotive industries. They desire to be located in South Bend to support and
to further establish a business that has been growing in the United States over the past few years and
in particular to be able to service much bigger contracts economically and to reduce the amount of
shipping and transportation that they are having to make from the United Kingdom. These include
military contracts, and contracts with major businesses in and around Indiana particularly Rolls -
Royce, United Airlines, Honeywell as well as the automotive industry in the locality. He noted that
their request for tax abatement is an important step for them and they look for this facility to be their
manufacturing base and distribution center for the United States, Canada and South America. Mr.
Jackson further noted that they look forward to being in South Bend with employment coming from
the area. Mr. Jackson thanked the Council for their support and the welcome they have received.
A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time.
There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this
Resolution, Councilmember Coleman made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember
Varner seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine
(9) ayes.
BILLS - FIRST READING
BILLS NO. 58 -02 FIRST READING ON A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2254
PORTAGE AVENUE IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Pfeifer made a motion to refer this bill to the Area Plan
Commission. Councilmember King seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9)
ayes.
BILL NO. 59 -02 FIRST READING ON A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE FOR VACANT PROPERTY LYING SOUTH
AND ADJACENT TO 4122 SOUTH MAIN STREET IN
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Area
Plan Commission. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of
nine (9) ayes.
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BILL NO. 60 -02 FIRST READING ON A BILL OF THE COMMON
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
APPROPRIATING $25,000 WITHIN THE COUNTY
OPTION INCOME TAX FUND (FUND 404) FOR THE
PURPOSE OF PROVIDING ADDITIONAL FUNDING
FOR THE COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR PROGRAM
WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Pfeifer made a motion to refer this bill to the Personnel
and Finance Committee and set it for Public Hearing and Third Reading on August 26, 2002.
Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes.
BILL NO. 61 -02 FIRST READING ON A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 505
SOUTH LOGAN STREET IN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Area
Plan Commission. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of
nine (9) ayes.
BILL NO. 62 -02 FIRST READING ON A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 103
NORTH ST. LOUIS BLVD., 615 & 619 EAST
WASHINGTON STREET IN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA
This bill had first reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Area
Plan Commission. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of
nine (9) ayes.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business to come before the Council at this time.
NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business to come before the Council at this time.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
REQUEST OF MR. JOHN SWANSON FOR COMMUNITY WIDE BASKETBALL
FACILITY
Mr. John Swanson, 1321 Washington Street, South Bend, Indiana, informed the Council that
he still has the same idea about building a community wide basketball center. He noted that
he talked to the Mayor's Assistant about his idea. He reiterated that he is talking about a
community wide facility because the interest in basketball is at an all time high. Mr.
Swanson informed the Council that he will continue to speak to the Council about this
facility until it is built because they will have to build one sooner or later.
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COMMENTS BY MR. PAUL BOROWSKI ON A VARIETY OF ISSUES
Mr. Paul Borowski, 3217 Cabot Drive, South Bend, Indiana, spoke to the Council about
several issues of which he is concerned which included Palisades Baseball, the new Fire
Station, Welcome to Keller Park Neighborhood signs, the East Race, City ordinances on
licensing of City owned vehicles and economic development losses. Mr. Borowski
submitted those concerns in writing to the City Clerk.
COMMENTS BY MR. JAMES CIERZNIAK - PALISADES BASEBALL - HALL OF
FAME AND SUMMER IN THE CITY
Mr. Jim Cierzniak, 1156 East Victoria Street, South Bend, Indiana, spoke to the Council
about the Palisades Baseball situation. He read portions of a letter he wrote on August 1 st
to the Mayor concerning the two hundred eighty -six thousand dollars ($286,000.00) in
overdue lease payments from Palisades Baseball. Mr. Cierzniak asked the Mayor if he can
give assurances to the community that the reason for the lack of attention to the mounting
debt was not the role of prominent local people who have a financial interest in Palisades
Baseball. Mr. Cierzniak also mentioned a recent South Bend Tribune article written by Mr.
David Haugh in which he talked about the responsibility that the local officials showed in
dealing with the financial arrangements for the Hall of Fame contrasting that with the Silver
Hawks. Mr. Cierzniak gave a history of the Hall of Fame financing and questioned the
responsible handling of the financial arrangement for the Hall. In regards to the Summer in
the City event on which he made comments at the last Council meeting, he noted that he did
not say that the City should cancel the event but said that they should take a look at it. He
asked the Council if they receive a detailed financial report or a report that indicates who
participated and information about the crowds as he believes that information is important.
Mr. Cierzniak asked Councilmember Coleman to speak to him after the Council meeting
to discuss their definitions of urban experience. Councilmember Coleman agreed to discuss
this matter with Mr. Cierzniak.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, President Kelly adjourned the meeting
at 7:40 p.m.
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