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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-24-00 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 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, January 24, 2000, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given. ROLL CALL Present: James Aranowski I" District Vice - President Charlotte Pfeifer 2nd District President Roland Kelly 3rd District Karl King 4`h District David Varner 5`h District Andrew Ujdak 6 "' District Chairperson, Committee of the Whole Sean Coleman At -Large Al `Buddy" Kirsits At -Large Karen L. White At -Large Absent: None 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 January 10, 2000 meeting of the Council and found them correct. Therefore, we recommend the same be approved. s /Charlotte Pfeifer s/David Varner Councilmember Coleman made a motion that the minutes of the January 10, 2000 meeting of the Council be accepted and placed on file. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. SPECIAL BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 2828-00 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING JAMES R. CALDWELL FOR HIS MORE THAN SEVENTEEN (17) YEARS OF DEDICATED AND SELFLESS PUBLIC SERVICE TO THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA WHEREAS, the Common Council proudly acknowledges that James R. Caldwell began his public service career with the Building Department in 1987; and WHEREAS, we are indeed fortunate that then Mayor Joseph E. Kernan had the foresight to hire James R. Caldwell away from the Building Department, so that Jim could use his special people skills as the Mayor's Administrative Assistant for Neighborhoods; WHEREAS, over the course of Jim's many years of dedicated and caring public service, James R. Caldwell has more than earned the title of being City's "Chief Trouble- Shooter Par Excellence "; and as now Lieutenant Governor Kernan recalled he "...played the invaluable role of bringing a human side to city government "; and WHEREAS, we will truly miss Jim, but we have a multitude of recollections and fond memories of seeing him responding to every major police and fire incident in the City over the years; of always responding with compassion, understanding and respect for persons in distress or need; REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24.2000 of being a friend one could lean on for support at any time of the day or night; for providing encouragement to a non -flier; for always finding a "straight answer" when asked difficult and sensitive questions —these are just some of the many examples of this kind and gentle giant who has left an indelible impact on those he touched. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I. On behalf of all of the residents of the City of South Bend, Indiana, the South Bend Common Council thanks and commends JAMES R. CALDWELL for his more than seventeen (17) years of selfless and dedicated public service to our city. SECTION II. The City of South Bend believes that JAMES R. CALDWELL brought a vital voice of concern, respect and understanding to the many facets of city government, and because of his large heart and caring attitude he was able to touch countless lives and truly make our city a better and special place. SECTION III. The Common Council wishes JAMES R. CALDWELL continued success as he embarks on his new career with a Mishawaka carpentry company, and further wishes him and his wife, Susan and their daughter "Kit" continued happiness and a lifetime of enjoying Busby's hamburgers with his many, many South Bend friends. SECTION IV. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor — s /James Aranowski, First District s/David A. Varner, Fifth District s /Charlotte Pfeifer, Second District s /Andrew Ujdak, Sixth District i s/Roland Kelly, Third District s /Sean Coleman, At Large s/Karl King, Fourth District s /Al `Buddy" Kirsits, At Large s/Karen L. White, At Large ATTEST: s /Loretta J. Duda, City Clerk s/Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand, Council Attorney s /Stephen J. Luecke, Mayor Councilmember Aranowski made the presentation for this Resolution by reading it in its entirety and presenting it to Mr. Caldwell. A Public Hearing was held on this Resolution at this time. Mayor Stephen Luecke spoke in favor of this Resolution by thanking Mr. Caldwell for all his years of dedicated service. There was no one present wishing to speak in opposition to this Resolution. Councilmembers Aranowski, Kelly, Ujdak, Coleman, King, Kirsits and Pfeifer thanked Mr. Caldwell for all his assistance over the years and his dedication to the position. Councilmember Coleman noted that due to a scriveners error, the Resolution indicates that Mr. Caldwell began his service with the City in 1987 when it should have read 1983. Additionally, Councilmember King noted that Mr. Caldwell has agreed to serve as a citizen member of the Common Council Residential Neighborhood Committee. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Uj dak seconded the motion which carried by acclamation. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 RESOLUTION NO. 2829 -00 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CONGRATULATING THE SOUTH BEND HOUSING AUTHORITY IMPALA SOCCER TEAMS SPONSORED BY C.O.P.E. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, proudly acknowledged that the former Police ChiefRon Marciniak helped start the IMPALA Soccer program which today enjoys the instrumental support from Trell Wechter; Dan Payne, Jim Tallman, Paul Dibemardo, Jim Kinder, Pat McGraw, Sandy Brooke, Tim Roemer, and Derek D. Dieter, COPE Coordinator; and WHEREAS, IMPALA is an acronym for "Implementing Maturity, Positivity, Athleticism, Leadership and Attitude with the teams being coached by officers from the South Bend Police Department who work for the Citizens Oriented Police Enforcement (COPE) program; and WHEREAS, the IMPALA Soccer Team began under the leadership of the late Alonzo Watson on October 21, 1983, with a 4 -1 win over Stanley Clark School, and since that time have posted a 352- 126 -12 record which reflects a .742 winning percentage; and WHEREAS, the IMPALA Soccer Teams have won 21 League titles, 20 area championships, and are examples of positive police - youth- resident interaction; and WHEREAS, on January 15, 2000, the South Bend Housing Authority IMPALA Soccer Team played its 500 'h game, and is today recognized by the Indiana Youth Soccer Association as a model program for Soccer Start in the State of Indiana. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS: SECTION I. On behalf of all of the residents of the City of South Bend, Indiana, the South Bend Common Council congratulates all of the many, many police officers, coaches and staff, public officials and concerned citizens who have dedicated their time and talents to the ongoing success of the SOUTH BEND HOUSING AUTHORITY IMPALA SOCCER TEAMS and for providing opportunities for the youth of our community to become involved in activities which emphasize "Implementing Maturity, Positivity, Athleticism, Leadership and Attitude." SECTION II. The City of South Bend recognizes that thirteen (13) soccer players have gone on to play for their high school teams, four (4) players made the Junior Irish Travel teams, five (5) players made the Olympic Development teams, and one (1) player was able to attend Bethel College because of his involvement in IMPALA soccer. SECTION III. The Common Council further recognizes that over 300 youth have participated and played in area leagues such as the Michiana Soccer Association, Soccer Zone, Turners, Elkhart Soccer and teams have traveled to Denver, Colorado twice for NIKE 3 and three (3) national tournaments; and the Council wishes each of the IMPALA soccer players continued success as each of them continue to be role models for their peers, both on and off the soccer field. SECTION W. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /James Aranowski, First District s/David A. Varner, Fifth District s /Charlotte Pfeifer, Second District s /Andrew Ujdak, Sixth District s/Roland Kelly, Third District s /Sean Coleman, At Large s/Karl King, Fourth District s /Al "Buddy" Kirsits, At Large s/Karen L. White, At Large ATTEST: s /Loretta J. Duda, City Clerk s/Kathleen Cekanski- Farrand, Council Attorney s /Stephen J. Luecke, Mayor REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 Councilmember Coleman made the presentation for this Resolution by reading it in its entirety and presenting it to Corporal Derek Dieter and members of the IMPALA soccer team. Joining Corporal Dieter and the team were Sergeant Ron Glon and County Councilman Rafael Morton. Mr. Morton, on behalf of the Housing Authority Board of Commissioners, thanked the Council for their continued support of this program. Corporal Dieter of the South Bend Police Department also thanked the Council for their support. A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time. There was no one present wishing to address the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this Resolution. Councilmember Varner made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Ujdak seconded the motion which carried by acclamation. MAYOR'S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS At 7:25 p.m. Mayor Stephen J. Luecke presented to the Council the annual State of the City Address. RESOLVE INTO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE At 8:15 p.m. Councilmember Varner made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole. Councilmember King seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Chairman Uj dak presiding. BILL NO. 92 -99 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1408 & 1412 MISHAWAKA AVENUE AND 912 OAKLAND AVENUE IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmember Coleman made a motion to continue this bill until February 28, 2000 at the request of the Petitioner. Councilmember Aranowski seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. After discussion, it was noted that this bill should have been continued until February 14, 2000. Therefore, Councilmembers Coleman and Aranowski withdrew their previous motion and Councilmember Coleman made a new motion that this bill be continued until the February 14, 2000 regular meeting of the Council and sent to the Zoning and Annexation Committee for review. Councilmember Aranowski seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. BILL NO. 104 -99 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN LINDEN AVENUE ON THE SOUTH, JOHNSON STREET ON THE EAST, WERWINSKI STREET AND LONGLEY AVENUE ON THE NORTH, AND OLIVE STREET ON THE WEST Councilmember White reported that the Zoning & Annexation Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. John Byorni, Assistant Director, Area Plan Commission, Room 1140 County -City Building, South Bend, Indiana, presented the report from the Commission. He noted that this is a Common Council initiated petition to rezone from `B" Residential, "A" Height and Area and "C" Commercial, "A" and "D" Height and Area to "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area to allow uses permitted in the "A" Residential District. Mr. Byorni noted that based on information available to the staff prior to the Public Hearing, they recommend that this petition be sent to the Council with a favorable recommendation. The maj ority REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 of the properties within the petition area are single family homes that are currently zoned "B" Residential or "C" Commercial. The proposed rezoning would bring this neighborhood's zoning in line with the current uses while helping to protect the viability of the single family residential area. Further, the Area Plan Commission, at its Public Hearing held on December 21, 1999, sent this petition to the Council with a favorable recommendation. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Alonzo Teague, 2013 Kenwood, South Bend, Indiana, a member of the Board of the Near Westside Partnership Center spoke in favor of this petition. Mr. Teague stated that single family houses are needed in the area as there a lot of empty lots. He further stated that he would like to see more homes built and that this rezoning is the first step. There was no one else present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this bill. Therefore, Councilmeber Aranowski 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. 109 -99 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON CALVERT STREET BETWEEN KALEY AND NEW ENERGY DRIVE Councilmember White reported that the Zoning & Annexation Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. John Byotni, Assistant Director, Area Plan Commission, Room 1140 County -City Building, South Bend, Indiana, informed the Council that the bill presented at this time is a correction of a bill previously passed by the Council on November 8, 1999. The bill previously passed has an error in line one of Section I where the word ordinance was incorrectly spelled and in the last line of Section I where the zoning classification designation "A" did not precede the word "Residential." This being the time fieretofor`e set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. There being no brie present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this bill, Councilmember Coleman 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. Councilmember Varner inquired of Mr. Michael Urbanski, who was the contact person for the original petition, whether these lots will be combined or are they large enough. Mr. Urbanski noted that these lots have an average frontage of sixty -one feet (61) to sixty -three feet (63'). BILL NO. 1 -00 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 911 SOUTH MICHIGAN, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmemb'ei White reported that the Zoning & Annexation Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. John Oxian, 742 Sancome Street, South Bend, Indiana, President, Historic Preservation Commission, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, Room 1123, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 Mr. Oxian informed the Council that this building was a former bank having been built in 1919 with the South Bend State Bank expanding the building in 1924. It was noted that the main customers of the bank were employees of Studebaker's. The bank was successful until 1931 when it was taken over by the First National Bank who closed that facility in 1981. Mr. Oxian indicated that this building is of the neoclassical style and is ranked a significant eleven (11) in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory. 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 Varner 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. 2-00 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1818 LINCOLNWAY WEST, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmember White reported that the Zoning & Annexation Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. John Oxian, 742 Sancome Street, South Bend, Indiana, President, Historic Preservation Commission, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, Room 1123, South Bend, Indiana, made the - presentation for this bill. Mr. Oxian noted that this building is a four square style which in the 1900's was quite popular. He noted that this house is in excellent condition and is ranked a significant eleven (11) in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory. 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 Aranowski 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, 3 -00 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1019 SOUTH MICHIGAN, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmember White reported that the Zoning & Annexation Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. John Oxian, 742 Sancome Street, South Bend, Indiana, President, Historic Preservation Commission, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, Room 1123, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. Mr. Oxian advised the Council that this building is located south of the bank building described in the previously mentioned bill. He noted that it is a colonial revival style building which was once used for commercial use on the bottom and residential upstairs. It was constructed in 1928 for Morris and Merian Burke who ran a grocery store. However, since that time, the building has been used for quite a few different businesses. It is ranked a significant eleven (11) in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 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 Vamer 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. 4-00 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 115 SOUTH LAFAYETTE, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Councilmember White reported that the Zoning & Annexation Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. John Oxian, 742 Sancome Street, South Bend, Indiana, President, Historic Preservation Commission, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, Room 1123, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. Mr. Oxian informed the Council that this building was built in 1901 as a three (3) story office building by Dr. Edwin Dean. The building was constructed for professional services. Dr. Dean operated in this building until his death in 1917. In 1994 the building was sold to the current owner Schwander & Company. The building is of neoclassical style with a brick foundation. It is ranked a significant eleven (11) in the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures Inventory. 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 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. RISE AND REPORT Councilmember Coleman made motion to rise and report to the full Council. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. ATTEST: ATTE Lore a J da, ity Clerk Andrew Ujdak, Committee of tl 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 8:40 p.m. Council President Charlotte Pfeifer presided with nine (9) members present. 1 L1 REGULAR MEETING BILLS - THIRD READING JANUARY 24, 2000 ORDINANCE NO. 9077 -00 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY GENERALLY LOCATED BETWEEN LINDEN AVENUE ON THE SOUTH, JOHNSON STREET ON THE EAST, WERWINSKI STREET AND LONGLEY AVENUE ON THE NORTH, AND OLIVE STREET ON THE WEST This bill had third reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to pass this bill. Councilmember White seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 9078 -00 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON CALVERT STREET BETWEEN KALEY AND NEW ENERGY DRIVE This bill had third reading. Councilmember Kelly made a motion to pass this bill. Councilmember King seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 9079 -00 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 911 SOUTH MICHIGAN, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 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. 9080 -00 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1818 LINCOLNWAY WEST, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA This bill had third reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to pass this bill. Councilmember Aranowski seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 9081 -00 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE, AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1019 SOUTH MICHIGAN, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA This bill had third reading. Councilmember Kelly 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. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 ORDINANCE NO. 9082 -00 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 115 SOUTH LAFAYETTE, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA This bill had third reading. Councilmember Aranowski 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. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2830 -00 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2801, 2807, 2813, 2817, 2821, 2825, 2901, 2905, 2909, 2917, 3001, 3019, 2802, 2808, 2814, 2820, 2902, 2906, 2912, 2916 WEST CALVERT STREET AND 2239 SOUTH PROSPECT STREET AS A RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR G & M PROPERTIES WHEREAS, a Statement ofBenefits and a petition for residential real property tax abatement has been submitted to and filed with the City Clerk for consideration by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, requesting that the area commonly known as 2801, 2807, 2813, 2817, 2821, 2825, 2901, 2905, 2909, 2917, 3001, 3019, 2802, 2808, 2814, 2820, 2902, 2906, 2912, 2916 West Calvert Street and 2239 South Prospect Street, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: Street Address 2801 West Calvert Street 2807 West Calvert Street 2813 West Calvert Street 2817 West Calvert Street 2821 West Calvert Street 2825 West Calvert Street 2901 West Calvert Street 2905 West Calvert Street 2909 West Calvert Street 2917 West Calvert Street 3001 West Calvert Street 3019 West Calvert Street 2802 West Calvert Street 2808 West Calvert Street 2814 West Calvert Street 2820 West Calvert Street 2902 West Calvert Street 2906 West Calvert Street 2912 West Calvert Street 2916 West Calvert Street 2239 South Prospect Street Legal Description Key Number Lot 1 Richland 151 Add 18- 8110 -4170 Lot 2 Richland V 18- 8110 -4169 31 ft E/S of Lot 3 Richland V5 Addition 18- 8110 -4168 15' e/s Lot 4 & 32' w/s Lot 3 Richland 15` Add 18- 8110 -4167 Lot 4 & w 2' of Lot 4 Richland 15` Addition 18- 8110 -4166 Lot 5 and w 2' of Lot 4 Richland 15` Addition 18- 8110 -4165 Lot 6 & West 5' of Lot 5 Richland 1S1 Addition 18- 8100 -4164 Lot 7 Richland V Addition 18- 8100 -4163 Lot 8 Richland 1" Addition 18- 8110 -4162 Lot 10 Richland 1" Addition 18- 8110 -4160 Lot 11 Richland V Addition 18- 8110 -4147 Lot 14 & 28' e/s of Lot 15 Richland lst Addition 18- 8110 -4144 Lot 39 Richland 15` Addition 18- 8110 -4179 Lot 38 Richland 1" Addition 18- 8110 -4178 Lot 37 Richland 15` Addition 18- 8110 -4177 Lot 36 Richland 15L Addition 18- 8110 -4176 Lot 34 & 5'of the w/s of Lot 35 Richland 1" Addition 18- 8110 -4174 Lot 33 Richland Addition 18- 8110 -4173 Lot 32 Richland Addition 18- 8110 -4172 Lot 31 Richland Addition 18- 8110 -4171 Lot 314A Homeland Yd Add 18- 8108 -4107 be designated as a Residentially Distressed Area under the provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et "sea., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 et se g., and; WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development has concluded an investigation and prepared a report with information sufficient for the Common Council to determine that the area qualifies as a Residentially Distressed Area under Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1, et seq., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76, et seg., and has further prepared maps and plats showing the boundaries and such other information regarding the area in question as required by law; and I 1 I REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24.2000 WHEREAS, the Community and Economic Development Committee of the Common Council has reviewed said report and recommended to the Common Council that the area qualifies as a Residentially Distressed Area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the petition for real property tax abatement and the Statement of Benefits form meet the requirements of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et sea., for tax abatement. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the area meets one of the following conditions as formally established in Ordinance No. 8845 -97, which was passed on December 8, 1997: A. The area is comprised of parcels that are either unimproved or contain only one (1) or two (2) family dwellings designed for up to four (4) families, including accessory buildings for those dwellings; or B. Any dwellings in the area are not permanently occupied and are: i. the subject to an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies; or C. Parcels of property in the area: i. have been sold and not redeemed under IC 6- 1.1 -24 and IC 6- 1.1 -25; or ii. are owned by a unit of local government; or D. A significant number of dwelling units within the area are not permanently occupied or a significant number of parcels in the area are vacant land; or E. A significant number of dwelling units within the area are: i. the subject to an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies; or F. The area has experienced a net loss in the number of dwelling units, as documented by census information, local building and demolition permits, or certificates of occupancy, or the areas are owned by Indiana or the United States; or G. The area (plus any areas previously designated under this subsection) will not exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the Council's jurisdiction. SECTION III. The Common Council also hereby determines and finds the following: A. That the description of the proposed redevelopment meets the applicable standards for such development. B. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment is reasonable for projects of this nature; C. That the other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed described redevelopment; and D. That the totality ofbenefits is sufficient to justify the requested deduction, all of which satisfy the requirements of Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -3. E. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling is rehabilitated to meet local code standards for habitability. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 F. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling rehabilitation is completed within five (5) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION IV. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed described redevelopment can be reasonably expected to yield benefits identified in the Statement of Benefits and the petition for real property tax abatement consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form prescribed by the State Board of Accounts ate sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6- 1.1- 12.1 -3. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Community and Economic Development Committee that the area herein described be designated as a Residentially Distressed Area and hereby adopts a Resolution designating this area as a Residentially Distressed Area for I purposes of real property tax abatement. SECTION VI. The designation as a Residentially Distressed Area shall be limited to five (5) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION VII. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION VIII. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution for Real Property Tax Abatement to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3 -1 and Indiana Code 6- 1.1- 12.1 -2.5, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on the proposed confirming of said declaration. SECTION IX. Pursuant to Indiana Code 6- 1.1- 12.1 -2, the rehabilitation must meet all local code standards for habitability as a specific condition of having such property be designated as a residentially distressed area. SECTION X. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Charlotte Pfeifer Member of the Common Council Councilmember Kelly reported that the Community & Economic Development Committee met on this Resolution and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. Michael E. Urbanski, 17814 State Road 23, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this Resolution. Mr. Urbanski noted that this residential tax abatement is for a number of lots as they continue to build affordable housing. He reminded the Council that this area was originally zoned heavy industrial when the Ethanol Plant was being built and by prior action of the Council this property has now been te26ned. Mr. Urbanski further noted that three (3) lots have already been sold. 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. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 RESOLUTION NO. 2830 -00 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 702, 730, and 732 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE AS A RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR AMERICAN HOME DREAMS, INC. WHEREAS, a Statement of Benefits and a petition for residential real property tax abatement has been submitted to and filed with the City Clerk for consideration by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, requesting that the area commonly known as 702, 730, and 732 Pennsylvania Avenue, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: Street Address Legal DescLi tp ion Key Number 732 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast Neighborhood Redevelopment, 18- 7020 -0818 Phase One, Section Two Subdivision Lot 27 of Southeast Neighborhood Redevelopment, Phase One, Section Three Subdivision 730 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast Neighborhood Redevelopment, 18- 7020 -0819 Phase One, Section Two Subdivision Lot 28 of Southeast Neighborhood Redevelopment, Phase One, Section Three Subdivision 702 Pennsylvania Avenue Southeast Neighborhood Redevelopment 18- 7016 -0625 Phase One, Section Two Subdivision Lot 32 of Southeast Neighborhood Redevelopment, Phase One, Section Three Subdivision be designated as a Residentially Distressed Area under the provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et sea., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 et seq., and; WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development has concluded an investigation and prepared a report with information sufficient for the Common Council to determine that the area qualifies as a Residentially Distressed Area under Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1, et seg., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76, et seq., and has further prepared maps and plats showing the boundaries and such other information regarding the area in question as required by law; and WHEREAS, the Community and Economic Development Committee of the Common Council has reviewed said report and recommended to the Common Council that the area qualifies as a Residentially Distressed Area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the petition for real property tax abatement and the Statement of Benefits form meet the requirements of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et seq., for tax abatement. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the area meets one of the following conditions as formally established in Ordinance No. 8845 -97, which was passed on December 8, 1997: A. The area is comprised of parcels that are either unimproved or contain only one (1) or two (2) family dwellings designed for up to four (4) families, including accessory buildings for those dwellings; or REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24.2000 B. Any dwellings in the area are not permanently occupied and are: i. the subject to an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies; or C. Parcels of property in the area: i. have been sold and not redeemed under IC 6- 1.1 -24 and IC 6- 1.1-25; or ii. are owned by a unit of local government; or D. A significant number of dwelling units within the area are not permanently occupied or a significant number of parcels in the area are vacant land; or E. A significant number of dwelling units within the area are: i. the subject to an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies; or F. The area has experienced a net loss in the number of dwelling units, as documented by census information, local building and demolition permits, or certificates of occupancy, or the areas are owned by Indiana or the United States; or G. The area (plus any areas previously designated under this subsection) will not exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the Council's jurisdiction. SECTION III. The Common Council also hereby determines and finds the following: A. That the description of the proposed redevelopment meets the applicable standards for such development. B. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment is reasonable for projects of this nature; C. That the other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed described redevelopment; and D. That the totality of benefits is sufficient to justify the requested deduction, all of which satisfy the requirements of Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -3. E. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling is rehabilitated to meet local code standards for habitability. F. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling rehabilitation is completed within five (5) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION IV. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed described redevelopment can be reasonably expected to yield benefits identified in the Statement of Benefits and the petition for real property tax abatement consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form prescribed by the State Board of Accounts are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -3. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Community and Economic Development Committee that the area herein described be designated as a Residentially Distressed Area and hereby adopts a Resolution designating this area as a Residentially Distressed Area for purposes of real property tax abatement. SECTION VI. the designation as a Residentially Distressed Area shall be limited to five (5) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION VII. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 SECTION VIII. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution for Real Property Tax Abatement to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5-3-1 and Indiana Code 6-1.1-12.1-2.5, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on the proposed confirming of said declaration. SECTION IX. Pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2, the rehabilitation must meet all local code standards for habitability as a specific condition of having such property be designated as a residentially distressed area. SECTION X. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Charlotte Pfeifer Member of the Common Council Councilmember Kelly reported that the Community & Economic Development Committee met on this Resolution and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. Marco J. Marian, Neighborhood Planner, Planning & Neighborhood Development, Community & Economic Development, 1200 County -City Building, South Bend, Indiana, was present and made the presentation on this Resolution on behalf of the City of South Bend Board of Public Works who is a co- petitioner for this abatement. Mr Mariani noted that the Board of Public Works currently owns the property with the intent to transfer interest to American Home Dreams. Mr. Mariani noted that these three (3) lots are the last batch which they intend to transfer. He further noted that there is one remaining lot that they plan to develop this year. Mr. Rick Milton, Executive Director, American Home Dreams, 316 South Eddy Street, South Bend, Indiana, also addressed the Council concerning this tax abatement. Mr. Milton informed the Council that they are asking for abatement for these three (3) lots which are presently sold. He also informed the Council that these are part of twelve (12) units in the new cul de sac on the southeast side of which all of those homes are also sold. Mr. Milton outlined for the Council the scope of the entire project as well as the dollars spent. 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. RESOLUTION NO. 2832-00 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 3300 WEST SAMPLE STREET AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR KOONTZ- WAGNER ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. WHEREAS, a petition for personal property tax abatement consideration has been filed with the City Clerk for consideration by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, requesting that the area commonly known as 3300 West Sample Street, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 657.7 On Sample Street 900 NE NE & 4.49 AC NE SEC 16 -37 -2E Cont. 16.63 Acres+ and which has Key Number 18- 8112 -4211, be designated as an Economic Revitalization Area under the provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et seg., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 et sea., and; WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development has concluded an investigation and prepared a report with information sufficient for the Common Council to determine that the area qualifies as an Economic Revitalization Area under Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1, et sea., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76, et sea., and has further prepared maps and plats showing the boundaries and such other information regarding the area in question as required by law; and WHEREAS, the Community and Economic Development Committee of the Common Council has reviewed said report and recommended to the Common Council that the area qualifies as an Economic Revitalization Area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby determines and finds pursuant to Indiana Code 6- 1.1- 12.1 -4.5 et. seg., that: a. The estimate of the cost of the new manufacturing equipment is reasonable for equipment of that type; b. That the estimate of the number of individuals that will be employed or whose employment will be retained by the Petitioner can reasonably be expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; C. That the estimate of the annual salaries of those individuals that will be employed or whose employment will be retained by the Petitioner can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment. d. Any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed new manufacturing equipment; and C. The totality of benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction requested. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed new manufacturing equipment can be reasonably expected to yield the benefits identified in the Statement of Benefits as set forth in Section 1 through 3 of the Petition for Personal Property Tax Abatement Consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form completed by the petitioner, said form being prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5. SECTION III. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Department of Community and Economic Development, and the Community and Economic Development Committee's favorable recommendation, that the area herein described be designated as an Economic Revitalization Area for purposes of personal property tax abatement and hereby makes such a designation. SECTION IV. The Common Council determines that such designation is for personal property tax abatement only and shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24.2000 SECTION VI. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution for Personal Property Tax Abatement to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3 -1, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on the proposed confirming of said declaration. SECTION VII. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Charlotte Pfeifer Member of the Common Council Councilmember Kelly reported that the Community & Economic Development Committee met on this Resolution and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Ms. SaraFilley, Financial Controller, Koontz - Wagner Electric Company, 3801 Voorde Drive, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this Resolution. Ms. Filley noted that the proposed project is to add a one hundred thirty (130) ton sixteen foot (16') Accupress Press -brake to a facility located at 3300 Sample Street, Suite 1200/1250, South Bend, Indiana. The equipment is expected to cost eighty one thousand nine hundred ten dollars ($81,910.00) and will be in service by March of this year. The Press -brake is necessary because of a strong growth in demand for packaged control rooms manufactured by the Custom Controls Division. Ms. Filley noted that it was previously reported that this project will create one (1) new permanent position with a salary of fourteen thousand six hundred dollars ($14,600.00) which is incorrect. The correct salary is thirty thousand dollars ($30,000.00). She also noted that there are twenty -one (21) people at the Sample Street facility and business is going well. 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 Kelly made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2833-00 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1418 CAMPEAU AND 1206 SOR1N STREET AS A RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSING SERVICES OF SOUTH BEND, INC. WHEREAS, a Statement of Benefits and a petition for residential real property tax abatement has been submitted to and filed with the City Clerk for consideration by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, requesting that the area commonly known as 1418 Campeau and 1206 Sorin Street, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: Street Address Legal Description Key Number 1418 Campeau Lot #1 of Neighborhood Housing Chalfant 18 -5089 -3152 Minor Subdivision 1206 Sorin Street Lot #9 of Happ and Taggart's First Addition 18 -5078 -2732 Lot #8 of Happ and Taggart's First Addition 18 -5078 -2733 REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 be designated as a Residentially Distressed Area under the provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et seg., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 et seo•, and; WHEREAS, the Department of Community and Economic Development has concluded an investigation and prepared a report with information sufficient for the Common Council to determine that the area qualifies as a Residentially Distressed Area under Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1, et sea., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76, et sea •, and has further prepared maps and plats showing the boundaries and such other information regarding the area in question as required by law; and WHEREAS, the Community and Economic Development Committee of the Common Council has reviewed said report and recommended to the Common Council that the area qualifies as a Residentially Distressed Area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the petition for real property tax abatement and the Statement of Benefits form meet the requirements of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et sea., for tax abatement. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the area meets one of the following conditions as formally established in Ordinance No. 8845 -97, which was passed on December 8, 1997: A. The area is comprised of parcels that are either unimproved or contain only one (1) or two (2) family dwellings designed for up to four (4) families, including accessory buildings for those dwellings; or B. Any dwellings in the area are not permanently occupied and are: i. the subject to an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies; or C. Parcels of p"roper`ty in the area: i. have been sold and not redeemed under IC 6- 1.1 -24 and IC 6- 1.1 -25; or ii. are owned by a unit of local government; or D. A significant number of dwelling units within the area are not permanently occupied or a significant number of parcels in the area are vacant land; or E. A significant number of dwelling units within the area are: i. the subject to an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies; or F. The area has experienced a net loss in the number of dwelling units, as documented by census information, local building and demolition permits, or certificates of occupancy, or the areas are owned by Indiana or the United States; or G. The area (plus any areas previously designated under this subsection) will not exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the Council's jurisdiction. SECTION III. The Common Council also hereby determines and finds the following: A. That the description of the proposed redevelopment meets the applicable standards for such development. B. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment is reasonable for projects of this nature; REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 C. That the other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed described redevelopment; and D. That the totality ofbenefits is sufficient to justify the requested deduction, all of which satisfy the requirements of Indiana Code 6- 1.1- 12.1 -3. E. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling is rehabilitated to meet local code standards for habitability. F. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling rehabilitation is completed within five (5) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION IV. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed described redevelopment can be reasonably expected to yield benefits identified in the Statement of Benefits and the petition for real property tax abatement consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form prescribed by the State Board of Accounts are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -3. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Community and Economic Development Committee that the area herein described be designated as a Residentially Distressed Area and hereby adopts a Resolution designating this area as a Residentially Distressed Area for purposes of real property tax abatement. SECTION VI. The designation as a Residentially Distressed Area shall be limited to five (5) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION VII. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION VIII. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution for Real Property Tax Abatement to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3 -1 and Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on the proposed confirming of said declaration. SECTION IX. Pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2, the rehabilitation must meet all local code standards for habitability as a specific condition of having such property be designated as a residentially distressed area. SECTION X. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Charlotte Pfeifer Member of the Common Council Councilmember Kelly reported that the Community & Economic Development Committee met on this Resolution and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Ms. Anne Bockenkamp, Executive Director, Neighborhood Housing Services of South Bend, Inc., 803 North Notre Dame, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this Resolution. Ms. Bockenkamp noted that NHS requests support for their Target Area Neighborhood Revitalization Project which is south and east of Perley School. In this phase they expect to move to about seventy per cent (70 %) home ownership in the area. Tax abatement for the two (2) homes in question will assist NHS to attract qualified stable homeowners and assists NHS to meet federal matching requirements for affordable housing funds. 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 REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 Resolution, Councilmember King made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. BILL NO. 99-126 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND TERMINATING THE TEN (10) YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR BANGOR REFRIGERATION CORPORATION (NOW KNOWN AS KYSOR/WARREN) Councilmember Kelly made a motion to continue this Resolution until February 28, 2000 since Mr. Michael Beitzinger of the Department of Economic Development has advised that there is a likelihood that a change in property ownership will take place. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. BILLS - FIRST READING BILL NO. 6-00 A BILL 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; ROYAL OAK ESTATES AND COMMUNITY BAPTIST CHURCH This bill had first reading. Councilmember Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Zoning and Annexation Committee and set it for Second Reading and Public Hearing on April 10, 2000 and Third Reading on May 22, 2000. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. BILL NO. 7 -00 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE 60 FOOT WIDE "FUTURE ROADWAY EASEMENT" AS SHOWN ON LOT 1 OF OLIVE ROAD COMMERCE PARK - SECTION ONE WHICH IS RECORDED AS INSTRUMENT NO. 9715904, ALSO THE 60 FOOT WIDE "FUTURE ROADWAY EASEMENT" AS SHOWN ON LOT AA OF OLIVE ROAD COMMERCE PARK - SECTION TWO -FIRST REPLAT WHICH IS RECORDED AS INSTRUMENT NO. 9903188, ALL LOCATED IN THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, GERMAN TOWNSHIP, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA This bill had first reading. Councilmember Varner" made a motion to refer this bill to the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee and set it for Public Hearing and Third Reading on February 14, 2000. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. BILL NO. 8 -00 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR CAPITAL EXPENDITURES, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2000 INCLUDING $4,169,462 FROM THE GENERAL FUND, $193,200 FROM THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FUND, $95,000 FROM THE REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24, 2000 CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND, $2,116,000 FROM THE COUNTY OPTION INCOME TAX FUND, $221,985 FROM THE EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES CAPITAL FUND, $857,300 FROM THE PARKS AND RECREATION FUND, $253,821 FROM THE PARKS NON - REVERTING CAPITAL FUND, $4,702,000 FROM THE LOCAL ROADS AND STREET FUND, $119,951 FROM THE CONSOLIDATED BUILDING DEPARTMENT FUND, $176,502 FROM THE SOLID WASTE DEPRECIATION FUND, $1,898,739 FROM THE WATER WORKS DEPRECIATION FUND, $5,228,616 FROM THE SEWAGE WORKS DEPRECIATION FUND, AND $263,600 FROM THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME FUND This bill had first reading. Councilmember Aranowski made a motion to refer this bill to the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee and Personnel and Finance Committee and set it for Public Hearing and Third Reading on February 14, 2000. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. BILL NO. 9-00 A BILL AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 8, SECTION 2 -116 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE TO COVER ALL CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES AND ALSO THE ST. JOSEPH COUNTY TREASURER UNDER THE CITY'S BLANKET PERFORMANCE BOND This bill had first reading. Councilmember Kelly made a motion to refer this bill to the Personnel and Finance Committee and set it for Public Hearing and Third Reading on February 14, 2000. Councilmember Coleman seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. UNFINISHED BUSINESS REPORTS FROM AREA PLAN COMMISSION Councilmember Coleman made a motion to refer the following bills to the Zoning and Annexation Committee and set them for Public Hearing and Third Reading on February 14, 2000. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes: BILL NO. 110 -99 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1129 SOUTH BEND AVENUE AND 1143 SOUTH BEND AVENUE, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA BILL NO. 111 -99 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1701 W. SAMPLE IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA NEW BUSINESS TAX ABATEMENT - KOONTZ -WAGER ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. It was noted that Ms. Jean Troutman- Poole, citizen member of the Community and Economic Development Committee, should be advised that the salary listed for the one new employee to be hired by Koontz - Wagner Electric as outlined in their petition, was incorrect and is forty thousand dollars ($40,000.00) as stated in the Public Hearing held this evening. REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 24.2000 THANKS TO THE STREET DEPARTMENT FOR A JOB WELL DONE Councilmember Varner congratulated and thanked the employees of the Street Department for a good job in snow clearing during the recent snowstorm. CITIZEN 1N tMBERS NEEDED TO 9E"' R- V"E' ON COUNCIL, STANDING COMMITTEES Council President Pfeifer noted that there are nine (9) standing committees of the Council and a minimum of one (1) citizen member should be on each committee. She encouraged anyone interested in serving on one of these committees to contact any Councilmember or the City Clerk's office. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR There was no one present wishing to address the Council at this time. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilmember Coleman made a motion to adjourn. Councilmember Ujdak seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes and the meeting was adjourned at 9:05 p.m. ATTEST: o , ity erk ATTEST: Charlotte Pfeifer, PresAnt