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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-28-99 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 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 Wednesday, April 28, 1999, at 5:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order and the Invocation and the Pledge to the Flag were given. ROLL CALL Present: James Aranowski Charlotte Pfeifer Roland Kelly Karl King David Varner Andrew Uj dak Sean Coleman John Hosinski Rod Sniadecki 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 April 12, 1999 meeting of the Council and found them correct. Therefore, we recommend the same be approved. s /Sean Coleman s/David Varner Councilmember Hosinski made a motion that the minutes of the April 12, 1999 meeting of the Council be accepted and placed on file. Mr. Sniadecki seconded the motion which carried. SPECIAL BUSINESS Council President Coleman advised that as first notice to the public, the Council will be expected to make an appointment to the TRANSPO Board for a representative whose term will be expiring on July 1, 1999. This will be a Republication appointment and the current representative is Mr. Emil "Lucky" Reznik. Council President Coleman further advised that anyone wishing to be considered for this appointment should contact the Common Council office. REPORT FROM CITY OFFICE - WATER WORKS Council President Coleman advised that Mr. John Stancati, Director, Water Works, would give a presentation concerning the erection of a proposed water tower in the northwest part of the community. President Coleman noted that Council members will be in a position to ask questions but there will not be an opportunity for the public to address the issue unless so requested by a Councilperson. Mr. John Stancati, Director, Water Works, 209 North Main Street, South Bend, Indiana, addressed the Council concerning the acquisition of property for the erection of an elevated water tower in the northwest quadrant of the City's water system. Mr. Stancati turned the presentation over to Mr. Chris Michalos, 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois, who gave an overview of the project from its initial stages to date. He noted that it is expected that a 1.5 million gallon water tank will be needed by the year 2000 for water storage in the northwest pressure zone. Mr. Michalos answered questions from the Council concerning the various sites considered, FAA involvement and the logistics of the height and size of the proposed tank. Also discussed was the acquisition of land for the erection of this water tower. Mr. Stancati noted that an offer has been made but not accepted and it appears that the City will have to conduct condemnation proceedings to acquire the land. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 At this time, Councilmember Sniadecki made a motion that members of the audience wishing to speak to this issue be allowed five (5) minutes each to do so. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Mr. Ron Milliken, 25301 Adams Road, South Bend, Indiana, indicated that the report given addresses the storage and backup power but does not address water pressure. He further noted that it is his understanding that there are no plans to expand the existing distribution system and that there are other sites that are considered prime. Mrs. Lois Ehninger, 50759 Orange Road, South Bend, Indiana, addressed the Council and advised that she and her husband Bob are the owners of the property on which the City intends to build the water tower. She noted that they have farmed on this land for the past fifty -two (52) years. Mrs. Ehninger expressed to the Council their concerns about how the City has been handling the acquisition of their property. Mr. Bob Ehninger further advised the Council of his conversations with representatives of the Department of Economic Development concerning the acquisition of his land and the problems he has encountered. Mr. Stancati concluded by indicating that he was not present today to debate the issue and that they have provided to the Ehninger's answers to their questions along with maps. He also noted that the Water Works has not come to the Council yet with a request to buy the property. In response to the Ehninger's concerns about a May 5, 1999 deadline, Mr. Stancati advised the Council that that was a date set concerning the rezoning but it has been taken off the table. RESOLVE INTO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE At 5:45 p.m. Councilmember Hosinski made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole. Councilmember Aranowski seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Chairman Pfeifer presiding. BILL NO. 23-99 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF ROBINSON STREET FROM THE NORTH RIGHT -OF -WAY OF RANDOLPH STREET TO THE SOUTH RIGHT -OF -WAY OF THE FIRST EAST/WEST ALLEY NORTH OF RANDOLPH STREET FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 143 FEET AND A WIDTH OF 7 FEET. LOCATE D IN BUNGALOW PLACE SUB., CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA Councilmember Varner reported that the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Ms. Michelle Eli, 1621 Hoover, South Bend, Indiana, Petitioner, advised the Council that she and her husband are owners of the property at 1631 Randolph and are requesting that this alley be vacated for safety and cleanliness concerns. She noted that the alley has not been used for thirty (30) to thirty -five (35) years. 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. Niles Stickler, 1613 East Dayton, South Bend, Indiana, indicated that he did not understand how his property was affected as he does have a garage on the alley. Mr. Stickler was advised that he does not live on the segment of the alley proposed for vacation. Councilmember Varner advised Mr. Stickler that he would explain to him how he can go about having the portion of alley behind his property vacated. There was no one present wishing to speak in opposition to this bill. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 Council President Coleman made a motion for favorable recommendation to full Council concerning this bill. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which carried. BILL NO. 28-99 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST EAST /WEST ALLEY NORTH OF W. TASHER STREET FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY OF S. MAIN STREET TO THE WEST RIGHT -OF WAY OF THE FIRST NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY EAST OF S. MAIN STREET FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 166 FEET AND A WIDTH OF 14 FEET. PART LOCATED IN WHITCOMB & KELLER'S BEVERLY HEIGHTS ADDITION, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA Council President Coleman made a motion to continue the Public Hearing on this bill until May 10, 1999 due to lack of a recommendation from the Board of Public Works concerning this matter. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which carried. Council Attorney Kathleen Cekanski- Farrand noted that Chapter 18, Article 5 of the South bend Municipal code indicates that Petitions for vacation of rights -of -way must be submitted to the Board for review and recommendation. BILL NO. 6-99 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE ALLEY TO BE VACATED IS DESCRIBED AS THE FIRST EAST /WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF WESTERN AVENUE FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF- WAY OF SOUTH ALBERT STREET TO THE WEST RIGHT -OF -WAY OF SOUTH SHERIDAN STREET FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 284.26 FEET IN LENGTH AND A WIDTH OF 14 FEET. PART LOCATED IN BELLEVILLE 3RD UNIT, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA. ALSO: THE FIRST NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF SOUTH SHERIDAN FROM THE SOUTH RIGHT -OF -WAY OF THE FIRST EAST /WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF WESTERN AVENUE TO THE EXTENDED LOT LINES OF LOTS 437 AND 426 FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 108 FEET IN LENGTH AND A WIDTH OF 14 FEET AND INCLUDING THE ANGLES AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE EAST /WEST ALLEY. PART LOCATED IN BELLEVILLE 3RD UNIT, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA Council President Coleman made a motion to continue the Public Hearing on this bill until May 24 1999 due to lack of a recommendation from the Board of Public Works concerning this matter. Councilmember Hosinski seconded the motion which carried. BILL NO. 7 -99 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4014 W. WESTERN AVE., SOUTHWEST CORNER OF WESTERN AVE. & SHERIDAN ST., 414, 418, 422 S. ALBERT ST. AND 413, 417, 421 S. SHERIDAN ST., ALL IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA Council President Coleman made a motion to continue the Public Hearing on this bill until May 24 1999, at the request of the Petitioner. Councilmember Hosinski seconded the motion which carried. BILL NO. 33-99 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE TO REVISE PROVISIONS FOR THE LICENSING OF PRECIOUS METALS DEALERS AND SECONDHAND STORES REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 Councilmember Aranowski reported that the Personnel & Finance Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a unanimous favorable recommendation with an amendment which Council Attorney Kathleen Cekanski- Farrand read as follows: Renumber Section IV to V Section IV. The fifty dollar ($50.00) fee addressed in §4 -53 and §4 -64 shall be reviewed in December of 1999 by the Common Council regarding its reasonableness to services provided by the City Administration. Ms. Ann -Carol Nash, Assistant City Attorney, made the presentation for this bill. Ms. Nash thanked all the City departments as well as the merchants who provided their valuable suggestions. She further stated that the ordinance contains two (2) basic changes being a shortened holding period for which merchants have to hold merchandise if they use a computer program compatible with the program used by the South Bend Police Department in order for them to investigate for theft. . It previously was thirty (30) days but is now being reduced to fourteen (14) days. Also, the ordinance compromises regarding the concern the City had regarding displays of items outside. The ordinance sets out perimeters regarding types of items and hours. Ms. Nash noted that the last two (2) pages of the ordinance address this issue. 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. Steven Krupnik, President of Red's Pawn Ship, 1072 Lincoln way East, South Bend, Indiana, spoke in favor of the needed changes in the ordinance. There was no one present wishing to speak to the Council in opposition to this bill Councilmember Hosinski made a motion for favorable recommendation to full Council concerning this bill as amended. Councilmember Aranowski seconded the motion which carried. RISE AND REPORT Council President Coleman made motion to rise and report to the full Council. Councilmember Hosinski seconded the motion which carried. ATTEST: ATTEST: Q AO - oretta a, Cfity Clerk Charlotte Pfeifer, Chair pekson Committee of the Whole 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 5:55 p.m. Council President Sean Coleman presided with nine (9) members present. BILLS - THIRD READING ORDINANCE NO. 9001 -99 AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST NORTH/SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF ROBINSON STREET FROM THE NORTH RIGHT -OF -WAY OF RANDOLPH STREET TO THE SOUTH RIGHT -OF -WAY OF THE FIRST REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28. 1999 EAST/WEST ALLEY NORTH OF RANDOLPH STREET FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 143 FEET AND A WIDTH OF 7 FEET. LOCATE D IN BUNGALOW PLACE SUB., CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA This bill had third reading. Councilmember Pfeifer 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. 9002-99 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 4 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE TO REVISE PROVISIONS FOR THE LICENSING OF PRECIOUS METALS DEALERS AND SECONDHAND STORES This bill had third reading. Councilmember Hosinski made a motion to amend this bill, as amended in the Committee of the Whole. Councilperson Varner seconded the motion which carried. Further, Councilmember Aranowski made a motion to pass this bill. Councilmember Hosinski seconded the motion which carried. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. RESOLUTIONS BILL NO. 99 -27 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1914 AND 1920 NORTH FREMONT STREET RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREAS FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR REBECCA HARRIS As the Petitioner for this Tax Abatement was not in attendance, Councilmember Hosinski made a motion to continue this bill to the May 10, 1999 meeting of the Council. Councilmember Sniadecki seconded the motion which carried. RESOLUTION NO. 2726 -99 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 234 SOUTH CHAPIN STREET TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A TEN (10) YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR SOUTH BEND HERITAGE FOUNDATION 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 234 South Chapin Street, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: THAT PART OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST, PORTAGE TOWNSHIP, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA WHICH IS DESCRIBED AS: LOTS 11, 12, 13, AND 14 AS SHOWN ON THE PLAT '� I F� REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 OF "J. K. HUSTON'S SUBDIVISION OF BANK OUTLOT #72" BEING RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK #2 ON PAGE #27 IN THE RECORDS OF THE ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA RECORDER'S OFFICE AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LOT # 11 IN SAID SUBDIVISION WHICH IS S. 89 -34' -11" E., 33.00 FT. AND N. 00 -40'-03" E., 574.71 FT. FROM THE INTERSECTION OF THE CENTERLINE OF CHAPIN STREET WITH THE EAST AND WEST QUARTER LINE OF SAID SECTION 11; THENCE S. 89 -34'- 11 " E. ALONG THE SOUTH RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF WAYNE STREET, 239.39 FT. (REC. EAST 239.83 FT.) TO THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LOT # 14 OF SAID SUBDIVISION; THENCE S. 00 -40'-03" W. ALONG THE EAST LINE OF SAID LOT #14,154.82 FT. (REC. SOUTH 154.0 FT.) TO THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF SAID LOT #14 AND THE NORTH RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF NAPIER STREET; THENCE N. 89 -33' -50" W. ALONG SAID NORTH LINE, 239.39 FT. (REC. WEST 239.83 FT.) TO THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF CHAPIN STREET AND THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT #11; THENCE N. 00 - 40'-03 " E. ALONG THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF CHAPIN STREET, 154.80 FT. (REC NORTH 153.98 FT.) TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING 0.85 ACRES AND COMPRISED OF ONE (1) LOT. SUBJECT TO ALL LEGAL HIGHWAYS, EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. and which has Key Number 18- 3051 -1977, be designated 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 (insert number of years () 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. se g. 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 /Sean Coleman Member of the Common Council A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time. Ms. Dea Andrews, 223 North Scott Street, South Bend, Indiana, representing South Bend Heritage Foundation, 914 Lincoln Way West, South Bend, Indiana, was present and made the presentation for this Resolution. Ms. Andrews stated that this project is the second phase of the Chapin Market Project and is a continuation of the Save -A -Lot store and the Chapin Clinic. It is anticipated that three (3) new businesses will be a part of this phase. Those businesses are expected to be a laundry, a pharmacy and a medical durable goods store. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 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 Hosinski made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Pfeifer seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2727-99 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1216 WEST COLFAX AVENUE AND 119,123,124,127,128,13 1, AND 132 SPRUCE STREET RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREAS FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR SOUTH BEND HERITAGE FOUNDATION WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Residentially Distressed Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 1216 West Colfax Avenue and 119, 123, 124, 127, 128, 131, and 132 Spruce Street, South Bend, Indiana, and which are more particularly described as follows: Street Address Legal Description Key Number 1216 West Colfax Avenue Lot 8 of Spruce & Colfax 18- 1040 -1744 Minor Subdivision 119 Spruce Street Lot 4 of Spruce & Colfax 18 -1044- 1896.01 Minor Subdivision 123 Spruce Street Lot 3 of Spruce & Colfax 18- 1044 -1896 Minor Subdivision 124 Spruce Street Lot 7 of Spruce & Colfax 18- 1044 -1902 Minor Subdivision 127 Spruce Street Lot 2 of Spruce & Colfax 18- 1044 -1895 Minor Subdivision 128 Spruce Street Lot 6 of Spruce & Colfax 18- 1044 -1901 Minor Subdivision 131 Spruce Street Lot 1 of Spruce & Colfax 18- 1044 -1894 Minor Subdivision 132 Spruce Street Lot 5 of Spruce & Colfax 18- 1044 -1900 Minor Subdivision as a Residentially Distressed Area; and WHEREAS, notice ofthe 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 a residentially distressed area have been met. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28. 1999 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 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 confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as a Residentially Distressed Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Real property tax abatement only and is limited to five (5) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28. 1999 SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Real 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 -12.1 et seq. SECTION VI. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Sean Coleman Member of the Common Council A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time. Ms. Dea Andrews, 223 North Scott Street, South Bend, Indiana, representing South Bend Heritage Foundation, 914 Lincoln Way West, South Bend, Indiana made the presentation concerning this Resolution. Ms. Andrews noted that this abatement is for eight (8) houses that will be built in the area north of the West Washington homes. She further noted that they will be owner /occupied homes. 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 to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Hosinski seconded the motion which carried, and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2728 -99 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5207, 5210, 5211, 5214, AND 5215 WINDFALL CT. RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREAS FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR DAVE & LOIS COKER WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Residentially Distressed Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 5207, 5210, 5211, 5214, and 5215 Windfall Ct., South Bend, Indiana, and which are more particularly described as follows: Street Address 5207 Windfall Ct. 5210 Windfall Ct. 5211 Windfall Ct. 5214 Windfall Ct. 5215 Windfall Ct. Legal Description 190 Mayflower Section 9 177 Mayflower Section 9 189 Mayflower Section 9 187 Mayflower Section 9 188 Mayflower Section 9 as a Residentially Distressed Area; and Key Number 18- 4129 - 5043.92 18- 4129 - 5043.88 18- 4129 - 5043.91 18- 4129 - 5043.89 18- 4129 - 5043.90 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 1 �I Lam' REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 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 a residentially distressed 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 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 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. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 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 confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as a Residentially Distressed Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Real property tax abatement only and is limited to five (5) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Real 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 -12.1 et sea. SECTION VI. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Sean Coleman Member of the Common Council A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time. Mr. Dave Coker, 3516 Sorin Street, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this Resolution. Mr. Coker advised that he is the developer/builder of the Mayflower Addition subdivision on the west side of the City. He requested tax abatement on five (5) lots and he advised that he has already sold the lots. There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this bill, Councilmember Hosinski made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Sniadecki seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. RES OLUTION NO.2729 -99 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 301 LAPORTE AVENUE AND 1041, 1043, AND 1047 LASALLE CONNECTOR RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREAS FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF ST. JOSEPH COUNTY WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Residentially Distressed Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 301 LaPorte Avenue and 1041, 1043, and 1047 LaSalle Connector, South Bend, Indiana, and which are more particularly described as follows: A PARCEL OF LAND ALSO INCLUDING LOTS 1 THRU 7 IN SUMMER'S AND DAVIS ADDITION AS SHOWN IN THE OFFICE OF THE RECORDER OF ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA IN PLAT BOOK 9, PAGE 81, AND BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED 1 1 I� REGULAR MEETING AS FOLLOWS: APRIL 28, 1999 BEGINNING AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT 7; THENCE NORTH 44" -51' - 49" EAST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID SUMMER'S AND DAVIS ADDITION, A DISTANCE OF 321.55 FEET TO THE SOUTH - WESTERLY RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF LAPORTE AVENUE; THENCE SOUTH 50" - 00' -00" EAST ALONG SAID SOUTHWESTERLY RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF LAPORTE AVENUE. A DISTANCE OF 56.90 FEET TO THE NORTH - WESTERLY RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF THE LASALLE CONNECTOR; THENCE SOUTH 40" -13'-38" WEST ALONG SAID NORTHWESTERLY RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 163.36 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 44" -06' -27" WEST ALONG SAID NORTHWESTERLY RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 191.30 FEET TO THE EASTERLY RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF LASALLE COURT; THENCE NORTH 24" -1 P-00" WEST ALONG SAID EASTERLY RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE, A DISTANCE OF 77.55 FEET TO THE PLACE OF BEGINNING CONTAINING 0.52 ACRES MORE OR LESS. Street Address Legal Description Key Number 301 LaPorte Avenue Lot 1 18- 1043 -1875 1041 LaSalle Connector Lot 2 18- 1043 -1869 1043 LaSalle Connector Lot 3 18- 1043 -1868 1047 LaSalle Connector Lot 4 18- 1043 - 1868.01 as a Residentially Distressed 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 a residentially distressed 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 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 se g., 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 REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 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 confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as a Residentially Distressed Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Real property tax abatement only and is limited to five (5) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Real 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 -12.1 et sea. SECTION VI. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Sean Coleman Member of the Common Council A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time. Ms. Kathryn Baumgartner, Director of the Bureau of Housing and Executive Director, Housing Development Corporation of St. Joseph County, 521 Eclipse Place, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this Resolution. Ms. Baumgartner advised that tax abatements are requested for four (4) new houses which will be sold to first time home buyers and which will be constructed for the mobility impaired. There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this 1 1 1 REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28. 1999 bill, Councilmember Kelly 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. 2730 -99 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY TRANSFER OF IDLE FUNDS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FROM THE SEWAGE WORKS OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FUND TO OTHER SEWAGE FUNDS WHEREAS, it is necessary to provide funds for the Sewage Works Insurance Fund and the Sewer Repair Fund in order to meet the current operating expenses of each respective insurance program; and WHEREAS, there are monies on deposit to the credit of the Sewage Works Operation and Maintenance Fund, which can be temporarily advanced or transferred to the aforementioned funds; and WHEREAS, Indiana Code 36 -1 -8 -4 authorizes the Common Council of the City of South Bend, by Resolution adopted by such Council, to advance and transfer to a depleted fund from any other such fund, such amount and for such a period of time as may be prescribed in the Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: Section I. The City Controller of the City of South Bend is authorized to transfer an aggregate amount not to exceed $280,000 to various funds from the Sewage Works Operation and Maintenance Fund. Any such transfers made must be repaid by December 31, 1999. FROM: MAXIMUM Sewage Works $280,000.00 Operation and Maintenance Fund TOTAL $280,000.00 TO MAXIMUM Sewage Works $200,000.00 Insurance Fund Sewer Repair Fund $ 80,000.00 $280,000.00 Section II. Such transfer shall be made for a period of time not to extend beyond December 31, 1999, and any funds so transferred shall be returned and repaid to the Sewage Works Operation and Maintenance Fund. Section III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Sean Coleman Member of the Common Council Council Member Aranowski reported that the Personnel & Finance Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. Ronald M. O'Connor, Director of City Finance, Department of Administration and Finance, 12th Floor, County -City Building, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. Mr. O'Connor stated that this Resolution concerns the transfer of money between operational funds for seasonal expenses. This being the time heretofore set for the Public Hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this bill, Councilmember Kalley 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. 2731 -99 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY TRANSFER OF IDLE FUNDS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FROM VARIOUS FUNDS TO THE VARIOUS FUNDS WITHIN THE CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA WHEREAS, it is necessary to provide funds for the General Fund, Park Maintenance Fund, and Cumulative Capital Improvement Fund prior to the receipt of taxes in the year 1998 in order to meet the current operating expenses of the City, provided for in the budget adopted for the year 1999; and WHEREAS, there are monies on deposit to the credit of various funds of the City, to -wit: The Liability Insurance Premium and Reserve Fund, the Sewage Works Depreciation Fund, the Sewage Works Operation and Maintenance Reserve Fund, which can be temporarily advanced or transferred to the various funds already mentioned; and WHEREAS, Indiana Code 36 -1 -8 -4 authorizes the Common Council of the Civil City of South Bend, by Resolution adopted by such Council, to advance and transfer to a depleted fund from any other such fund, such amount and for such a period of time as may be prescribed in the Resolution. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana as follows: Section I. The City Controller of the City of South Bend is authorized to transfer an aggregate amount not to exceed $8,200,000 to various funds from various funds as listed below. The aggregate amount of $8,200,000 to be distributed so as not to exceed at any one time the maximum amounts as set forth below. Any such transfers made must be repaid by December 31, 1999. FROM MAXIMUM TO MAXIMUM Liability Insurance $1,000,000 General Fund $7,000,000 Premium & Reserve Park Maintenance $1,000,000 Fund Sewage Works $4,100,000 Cumulative Capital $ 200,000 Depreciation Improvement Fund Sewage Works $3,100,000 Operation and Main- tenance Reserve TOTAL: $8,200,000 $8,200,000 Section II. Such transfer shall be made for a period of time not to exceed beyond December 31, 1999, and such funds to be transferred shall be returned and repaid to the original funds from which they were transferred. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 Section III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Sean Coleman Member of the Common Council Council Member Aranowski reported that the Personnel & Finance Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. Ronald M. O'Connor, Director of City Finance, Department of Administration and Finance, 12th Floor, County -City Building, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. Mr. O'Connor stated that this Resolution allows the transfer of funds between funds until distribution of the spring taxes from the auditor. He noted that this is a temporary transfer. 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 to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Sniadecki seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2732 -99 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY CONTROLLER TO INVEST AND REINVEST CERTAIN IDLE FUNDS DURING THE YEAR 1999 IN ACCORDANCE WITH I.C. 5 -13 -9 AND /OR I.C. 5- 13 -11, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY CONTROLLER TO CONDUCT THE CITY'S BUSINESS WITH FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS THROUGH THE USE OF ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFERS AND CASH MANAGEMENT SERVICES WHEREAS, there are certain idle funds of the Civil City of South Bend which may be invested for periods of time without affecting the operating of the various departments of the City; and WHEREAS, I.C. 5- 13 -9 -1, et. seq., enables the Controller, or her designee, to invest such idle funds with the approval of the Common Council; and WHEREAS, I.C. 5- 13 -5 -5 et. seq., authorizes the transaction of the City business with financial institutions through the use of electronic funds transfer upon proper resolution by the Common Council; and WHEREAS, I.C. 5- 13 -11 -1 et. seq., authorizes the Controller to contract with a depository for the operation of a cash management system. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the South Bend Common Council, as follows: SECTION I. That during the calendar year 1999, the Controller or her designee may invest and reinvest any idle funds of the Civil City of South Bend, including, but not limited to money raised by bonds issued for a future specific purpose, sinking funds, depreciation reserve funds, gift, bequest, or endowment, or any other funds available for investment, for such periods of time that she determines are not needed for the normal operations of the various departments of the Civil City, in the manner permitted by I.C. 5 -13 -9 and/or I.C. 5- 13 -11. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 SECTION II. The Controller of the City of South Bend, or her designee, is hereby authorized to conduct the following business transactions with financial institutions through the use of electronic funds transfers; a. Transfer of monies on deposit from one approved public depository of the City to another. b. Transfer of monies into and between various payroll accounts. C. Transfer of monies for the purchase and redemption of various securities for investment purposes. SECTION III. For purpose ofthis Resolution, "electronic funds transfer" means any transfer of funds, other than a transaction originated by check, draft, or similar paper instrument, that is initiated through an electronic terminal, telephone, computer or magnetic tape for the purpose of ordering, instructing, or authorizing a financial institution to debit or credit an account. SECTION IV. The Controller of the City of South Bend, or her designee, is hereby directed and required to maintain adequate documentation of the transactions affected by electronic funds transfer so that they may be audited as provided by law. SECTION V. The City of South Bend, in accordance with I.C. 4- 8.1- 2 -7(c), elects to receive distributions from the State of Indiana by means of electronic transfer of funds. SECTION VI. The Controller of the City of South Bend is hereby authorized to contract with a depository institution for the operation of a cash management system. SECTION VII. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s /Sean Coleman Member of the Common Council Council Member Aranowski reported that the Personnel & Finance Committee met on this bill and sends it to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Mr. Ronald M. O'Connor, Director of City Finance, Department of Administration and Finance, 12th Floor, County -City Building, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. Mr. O'Connor stated that this Resolution requests permission to invest idle funds from funds that might have a surplus. This allows maximum return on the money for use for other City services. 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 to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember Kelly seconded the motion which carried and the Resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. BILLS - FIRST READING BILL NO. 34-99 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF FRANKLIN STREET BETWEEN CALVERT STREET AND THE FIRST EAST -WEST ALLEY NORTH OF EWING AVENUE AND ON THE EAST SIDE OF FRANKLIN STREET BETWEEN EWING AVENUE AND THE SECOND EAST -WEST ALLEY NORTH OF EWING AVENUE IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA r I 1 J REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 This bill had first reading. Councilmember Kelly 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 1. PUBLIC HEARING /THIRD READING - BILL NO. 41 -98 Councilmember Hosinski made a motion to set Bill No. 41 -98 for Public Hearing and third reading on May 24,1999. Councilmember Sniadecki seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. Councilmember Hosinski noted that Bill No. 41 -98 was continued indefinitely by the Council at its meeting of July 27, 1998. 2. REPORTS FROM AREA PLAN COMMISSION It is noted that the Council is in receipt of reports from the Area Plan Commission concerning Bill Nos. 17 -99, 26 -99 and 27 -99. Councilmember Hosinski made a motion to set these bills for Public Hearing and third reading for May 10, 1999 and to refer them to the Zoning and Annexation Committee. Councilmember Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) ayes. 3. REINVENTING LAW ENFORCEMENT & LOITERING 101 CONFERENCE Councilmember Pfeifer thanked all those who assisted with the loitering conference especially Council Attorney Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand. Ms. Pfeifer stated that Part II of this conference will be held on August 5, 1999. 4. PUBLIC WORKS & PROPERTY VACATION COMMITTEE MEETING Councilmember Varner requested that a Public Works and Property Vacation Committee meeting be scheduled for May 10, 1999 at which time Mr. Lewis Powell, Director, Department of Public Works, will make a short presentation concerning the expected street repairs and improvements program. 5. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING Councilmember Pfeifer stated that the Parks and Recreation Committee will meet on May 10, 1999 to receive an update from the Superintendent of Public Parks concerning this summers parks and recreation program. 6. RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD COMMITTEE MEETING Councilmember King noted that the Residential Neighborhood Committee will meet on Thursday, April 29, 1999 at 10:30 a.m. in the South Bend Community School Corporation Vehicle Maintenance Facility conference room at 3003 North Bendix Drive, South Bend, Indiana, for continuing discussion on the school bus parking issue. 7. COMMUNITY PRAYER BREAKFAST President Coleman reminded members that the Community Prayer Breakfast will be held on Friday, April 30, 1999 at Century Center. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business to come before the Council. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR Mr. Jim Cierzniak, 1156 East Victoria, South Bend, Indiana, submitted and read to the Council his written comments concerning revenue and expenses for the month of March for the College Football Hall of Fame. REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 1999 ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, President Coleman adjourned the meeting at 6:20 p.m. ATTEST: /--- '46vd', Lorett a, City Clerk ATTEST: Sean Coleman, President 1 1