HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-13-98 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING July 13.1998
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South
Bend met in the Council Chambers of the County -City Building on
Monday, July 13, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was called to
order and the Pledge to the Flag was given.
ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Aranowski,
Pfeifer, Kelly, Broden,
Varner, Ujdak, Coleman, and
Sniadecki
- Absent: Council Member Hosinski
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 June 22,
meeting of the Council and found them correct.
Therefore, we recommend the same be approved.
/s/ Sean Coleman
/s/ David Varner
Council Member Broden made a motion that the minutes of the June
22, 1998, meeting be accepted and placed on file, seconded by
Council Member Varner. The motion carried.
SPECIAL BUSINESS
BILL NO. 2643 -98 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING THE
HONORABLE JEANNE M. JOURDAN, ST. JOSEPH
COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT JUDGE
Whereas, Judge Jeanne M. Jourdan's legal career began by
volunteering her services to the Legal Aid Clinic under the
auspices of the University of Notre Dame Law School, while
raising five (5) young daughters with her husband, Tom, at their
home in the 1st District of our city; and
Whereas, following her graduation from the University of
Notre Dame Law School, she founded the first all woman law firm
in the State of Indiana, on July 14, 1975, as Cekanski and
Swartz, with that firm being hired the following year by the
South Bend Common Council to provide legal services to the City
Council; and
Whereas, Judge Jourdan's legal career included not only the
private sector but also serving as a St. Joseph County Public
Defender and a hard - working St. Joseph County Deputy Prosecutor,
who has always known for putting in long hours in all of her
endeavors; and
Whereas, Judge Jourdan quickly became a role model both on
and off the bench, especially for her fairness in the application
and interpretation of the law, with many persons remarking how
grateful we are to have our own "Dr. Laura" as a judge, who
applies not only the law, but is courageous enough to apply
common sense to given situations; and
Whereas, one example of Judge Jourdan's sincere concern over
the growing problems of guns and violence in our neighborhoods
lead her to initiate in 1993 the "This is My Neighborhood: No
Shooting Allowed" in South Bend; and many recall her moving
remarks before the South Bend Common Council in conjunction with
many volunteers and members of the South Bend Police Department
who made this a viable neighborhood initiative.
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Now, Therefore, Be It Ordained by the Common Council of the
City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows:
Section I. On behalf of all the citizens of the City of
South Bend, Indiana, the Common Council publicly commends and
congratulates the Honorable Jeanne M. Jourdan for her more than
seventeen and one -half years of selfless contributions to public
service as a hard - working and dedicated Judge of the St. Joseph
Superior Court, and for personifying the highest standards of
public service in our community.
Section II. Judge Jourdan's influence and guidance through
her teaching at the University of Notre Dame Law School and her
continued service as an instruction for attorneys through the
National Institute of Trial Advocacy, will enable her to continue
to challenge individuals in the classroom, so that they are
better prepared to serve as lawyers in their respective
communities throughout the United States.
Section III. Judge Jeanne M. Jourdan, a true and genuine
lady, with a quick wit, a learned intellect, and a kind heart,
has truly set an extremely high bench mark and standard for all
future individuals who are called to serve as a judge in our
community, to try to emulate.
Section IV. The South Bend Common Council hereby declares
the week of July 13, 1998, as "Judge Jeanne M. Jourdan Week" and
sends its heartfelt wishes to Judge Jourdan, her family, and
especially her daughters, grandchildren and husband Tom, as she
embarks on new paths which we sincerely hope will be filled with
"simple abundance ".
Section V. This Resolution shall be in full force and
effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and
approval by the Mayor.
James Aranowski, First District David Varner, Fifth District
Charlotte Pfeifer, Second District Andrew Ujdak, Sixth District
Roland Kelly, Third District Sean Coleman, At Large
John Broden, Fourth District John Hosinski, At Large
ATTEST: Rod Sniadecki, At Large
Loretta Duda, City Clerk Stephen J. Luecke, Mayor
Kathleen Cekanski- Farrand, Council Attorney
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time.
Council Member Pfeifer read the resolution. Council Member Kelly
made a motion to adopt the resolution by acclamation. The motion
carried. Judge Jourdan thanked the Council, indicating that
serving this community was a great joy. Richard Nussbaum, City
attorney, advised he was representing the mayor, in presenting a
key to the City to Judge Jourdan.
REPORT OF CITY OFFICES
Susan O'Connor, recreation director for the Parks and Recreation
Department introduced Rick Kring who has chaired the Ethnic
Festival Parade for many years, and Paula Garis. special events
coordinator, who gave an overview of the festival. Rick Kring
informed the Council that the committee works all year preparing
for the next parade. Paula Garis reported they had over one
hundred and fifty vendors - crafts, food and displays. She
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advised that the new site was very well received and they had
approximately 100,000 people attend the festival.
Council Member Varner made a motion to resolve into the Committee
of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Aranowski. The motion
carried.
COMMITTEE OF THE
WHOLE
Be it remembered
that the Common Council of the City of South
Bend met in the
Committee of the Whole at 7:40 p.m. with eight
members present.
Chairman Broden presiding.
BILL NO. 52 -98
A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED
PROPERTY: THE ALLEY TO BE VACATED IS
DESCRIBED AS THE FIRST EAST -WEST ALLEY SOUTH
OF S. PRAIRIE AVENUE FROM THE WEST RIGHT -OF-
WAY LINE OF S. SWYGART AVENUE TO THE EAST
RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF THE FIRST NORTH -SOUTH
ALLEY WEST OF S. SWYGART AVENUE FOR A
DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 128 FEET AND A
WIDTH OF APPROXIMATELY 13.2 FEET. PART
SITUATED IN PERKIN'S SUBDIVISION (UNRECORDED)
IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY,
INDIANA
Council Member Varner made a motion to continue public hearing on
this bill until July 27, at the request of the petitioner,
seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 18 -98 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2211, 2505, AND 2515 EAST
JEFFERSON BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing proponents
and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Council
Member Broden reported that the Zoning and Annexation Committee
had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable.
Council Member Coleman made a motion to accept the substitute
bill on file with the City Clerk, seconded by Council Member
Kelly. The motion carried. John Byorni, assistant director of
Area Plan, made the presentation for the bill. He advised that
this bill only involved 2211 E. Jefferson. He informed the
Council that this was an Area Plan initiated petition to allow
for professional use in the Health Care District. He advised
that this bill was sent to the Council with a favorable
recommendation from Area Plan. Council Member Coleman made a
motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded
by Council Member Aranowski. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 41 -98 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE FOR THE PROPERTIES LOCATED BETWEEN
SAMPLE AND TUTT STREETS AND FROM MAIN STREET
WEST TO THE FIRST NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF
MAIN STREET
Council Member Coleman made a motion to continue public hearing
on this bill, at the request of the petitioner, until July 27,
seconded by Council Member Aranowski. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 132 -97 A BILL CREATING ARTICLE 5 OF CHAPTER 9 OF THE
SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED HAZARDOUS
MATERIAL AND TACTICAL RESCUE TEAMS
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the
above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to
be heard. Council Member Pfeifer reported that the Health and
Public Safety Committee had met on this bill and recommended it
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to the Council favorable. Fire Chief, Luther Taylor, made the
presentation for the bill. He indicated this bill creates a user
fee for the hazardous material and tactical rescue teams. He
advised that the base cost is $2,400 for the first four hours and
$660 per hour after the first four hours. Council Member Kelly
made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable,
seconded by Council Member Sniadecki. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 53 -98 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING $17,646.30
FROM SEWER REPAIR INSURANCE FUND (FUND 640)
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the
above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to
be heard. Council Member reported that the Utilities Committee
had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable.
Jack Dillon, director of Environmental Services, made the
presentation for the bill. He advised that the purpose of this
appropriation is to reimburse Fund 642, for a pick -up truck that
was paid from Fund 640 by mistake. Council Member Aranowski made
a motion to recommend this bill tot he Council favorable,
seconded by Council Member Varner. The motion carried.
Council Member Coleman made a motion to rise and report to the
Council, seconded by Council Member Varner. The motion carried.
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REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South
Bend reconvened in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of
the County -City Building at 7:56 p.m. Council President Coleman
presiding, and eight members present.
BILLS, THIRD READING
ORDINANCE NO. 8920 -98 AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING
DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE ALLEY TO BE
VACATED IS DESCRIBED AS THE FIRST EAST -
WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF S. PRAIRIE AVENUE
FROM THE WEST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF S.
SWYGART AVENUE TO THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY
LINE OF THE FIRST NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY WEST
OF S. SWYGART AVENUE FOR A DISTANCE OF
APPROXIMATELY 128 FEET AND A WIDTH OF
APPROXIMATELY 13.2 FEET. PART SITUATED
IN PERKIN'S SUBDIVISION (UNRECORDED) IN
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH
COUNTY, INDIANA
This bill had third reading. Council Member Aranowski made a
motion to amend this bill, as amended in the Committee of the
Whole, seconded by Council Member Sniadecki. The motion carried.
Council Member Broden made a motion to pass this bill, seconded
by Council Member Aranowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote
of eight ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 8921 -98 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING
ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2211,
2505, AND 2515 EAST JEFFERSON BOULEVARD
IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
This bill had third reading. Council Member Aranowski made a
motion to amend this bill, as amended in the Committee of the
Whole, seconded by Council Member Sniadecki. The motion carried.
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Council Member Broden made a motion to pass this bill, seconded
by Council Member Pfeifer. The bill passed by a roll call vote
of eight ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 8922 -98 AN ORDINANCE CREATING ARTICLE 5 OF
CHAPTER 9 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL
CODE, ENTITLED HAZARDOUS MATERIAL AND
TACTICAL RESCUE TEAMS
This bill had third reading. Council Member Kelly made a motion
to amend this bill, as amended in the Committee of the Whole,
seconded by Council Member Aranowski. The motion carried.
Council Member Aranowski made a motion to pass this bill,
seconded by Council Member Pfeifer. The bill passed by a roll
call vote of eight ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 8923 -98 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
APPROPRIATING $17,646.30 FROM SEWER
REPAIR INSURANCE FUND (FUND 640)
This bill had third reading. Council Member Broden made a motion
to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Pfeifer. The bill
passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 2644 -98 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
APPROVING A PETITION OF THE SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS FOR THE PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 323 SOUTH SHERIDAN STREET,
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
WHEREAS, Indiana Code Section 36 -7 -4 -918.6 requires the
Common Council to give notice pursuant to Indiana Code Section 5-
14-1.5-5 of its intention to consider Petitions from the Board of
Zoning Appeals for approval or disapproval; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council must take action within thirty
(30) days after the Board of Zoning Appeals makes its
recommendation to the Council; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council is required to make a
determination in writing on such requests pursuant to Indiana
Code Section 36- 7- 4- 918.4;
WHEREAS, the South Bend Board of Zoning Appeals has made a
recommendation, pursuant to applicable state law;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section I. The Common Council has provided notice of the
hearing on the petition from the Board of Zoning Appeals,
pursuant to Indiana Code Section 5- 14- 1.5 -5, requesting that a
special exception be granted for the property located at:
323 South Sheridan, South Bend, Indiana 46619
in order to permit on -site parking in an "A" residential zone.
Section II. Following a presentation by the Petitioner, and
after proper public hearing, the Common Council hereby approves
the Petition of the South Bend Board of Zoning Appeals, a copy of
which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
Section III. The Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana hereby finds that:
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1. The approval will not be injurious to the public health,
safety, morals and general welfare of the community;
2. The use and value of the area adjacent to the property
included in the special exception will.not be affected in a
substantially adverse manner;
3. The need for the special exception arises from specific
conditions peculiar to the property involved;
4. The strict application of the terms of the Zoning
Ordinance will constitute an unnecessary hardship if applied to
the property for which this special exception is sought; and
5. The approval does not interfere substantially with the
Comprehensive Plan adopted by the City of South Bend.
Section IV. Approval is subject to the Petitioner complying
with the reasonable conditions established by the Board of
Zoning Appeals which are on file in the office of the City Clerk.
Section V. 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.
Council Member Broden reported that the Zoning and Annexation
Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council
favorable. Blake Unger, Majority Builders, made the presentation
for the resolution. He reported Z. B. Falcons was requesting
this special exception for on -site parking in a residential area
to the north of the building. He indicated they will provide
screening for the parking area. Council Member Kelly made a
motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member
Sniadecki. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of
eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -110 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF
A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 600
BLOCK OF PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE, 1200 BLOCK
OF MARIETTA STREET, 600 BLOCK OF WENGER
STREET AND 1200 BLOCK OF RUSH STREET
(LOTS #108 THROUGH 117 AND 122 THROUGH
131 OF WENGER'S FIFTH ADDITION TO THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND) RESIDENTIALLY
DISTRESSED AREAS FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE
(5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX
ABATEMENT FOR SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION, CITY OF SOUTH BEND BOARD OF
PUBLIC WORKS AND AMERICAN HOME DREAMS,
INC.
Due to lack of a presenter, Council Member Coleman made a motion
to continue public hearing on this bill until July 27, 1998,
seconded by Council Member Sniadecki.' The motion carried. _
RESOLUTION NO. 2645 -98
• RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF
• DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5123
AND 5127 WEST REO STREET AND 2018 AND
2024 SOUTH PROSPECT STREET RESIDENTIALLY
DISTRESSED AREAS FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE
(5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX
ABATEMENT'FOR G & M PROPERTIES
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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 areas commonly
known as 5123 and 5127 West Reo Street and 2018 and 2024 South
Prospect Street, South Bend, Indiana, and which are more
particularly described as follows:
Street Address Legal Description Key Number
5123 West Reo Street Lot 227 Portage Gardens 18- 2226 -8478
5127 West Reo Street Lot 226 Portage Gardens 18- 2226 -8477
2018 South Prospect Street Lot 295 Homeland 3rd Add 18 -8106 -4026
2024 South Prospect Street Lot 296 Homeland 3rd Add 18 -8106 -4027
as a Residentially Distressed Areas; 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 areas 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 the
following:
A. A significant number of dwelling units within the
areas are not permanently occupied or a significant number of
parcels in the areas are vacant land;
B. A significant number of dwelling units in the areas
are:
i. the subject of an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or
ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies;
C. The Areas have experienced a new 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.
D. The areas (plus any areas previously designated) do
not exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the
designating body's jurisdiction.
E. That the description of the proposed redevelopment
meets the applicable standards for such development.
F. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment
is reasonable for projects of this nature;
G. That the other benefits about which information was
requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result
from the proposed described redevelopment; and
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.
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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 -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) 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 areas described herein as
Residentially Distressed Areas 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. Mike
Urbanski, 17874 State Road 23, made the presentation for the
resolution. He asked for the Council's support in continuing the
residential abatements. Council Member Aranowski made a motion
to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Varner. The
resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 2645 -98 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF
A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS LOTS
#18, 19, 20, 22, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32,
33, 34, 35, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 161,
162, 164, 166, 167 KENSINGTON FARM
SECTION 6, PART II AND LOTS 24 AND 25
KENSINGTON FARMS ESTATES SECTION 4, PART
II RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREAS FOR
PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL
REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR ROJO
DEVELOPMENT, INC.
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 areas commonly
known as AS Lots #18, 19, 20, 22, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34,
35, 92, 93, 94, 95, 96, 161, 162, 164, 166, 167 Kensington Farm
Section 61 Part II and Lots 24 and 25 Kensington Farms Estates
Section 4, Part II, South Bend, Indiana, and which are more
particularly described as follows:
Address Legal Description Key Number
C
D
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Lot #18
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
25 -1050 -3201
Lot #19
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
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Lot #20
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #22
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #27
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #28
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #29
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #30
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #31
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #32
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #33
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #34
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part 11
"
Lot #35
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #92
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #93
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #94
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #95
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #96
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #161
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #162
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #164
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #166
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
"
Lot #167
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.6, Part II
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Lot #24
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.4, Part II
23- 1051 -3273
Lot #25
Kensington Farms Estates, Sec.4, Part II
23- 1051 -3278
(* - the master key number is currently being split and separate key numbers will be assigned to
each of the above lots, except for lots #24 and #25).
as a Residentially Distressed Areas; 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 areas 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
sea., for tax abatement.
SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds the
following:
A. A significant number of dwelling units within the
areas are not permanently occupied or a significant number of
parcels in the areas are vacant land;
B. A significant number of dwelling units in the areas
are:
i. the subject of an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or
ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies;
C. The Areas have experienced a new 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.
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D. The areas (plus any areas previously designated) do
not exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the
designating body's jurisdiction.
E. That the description of the proposed redevelopment
meets the applicable standards for such development.
. F. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment
is reasonable for projects of this nature;
G. That the other benefits about which information was
requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result
from the proposed described redevelopment; and
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 -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) 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 areas described herein as
Residentially Distressed Areas 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.
Is /Sean Coleman
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Jackie
Roelke, 60588 Woodstock St., made the presentation for the
resolution. She requested the Council's support in adopting this
resolution. Council Member Pfeifer made a motion to adopt this
resolution, seconded by Council Member Sniadecki. The resolution
was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 2646 -98 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF
A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING
CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS LOTS #1
TO #73 FIELD POINTE SUBDIVISION PHASE 2
AND LOTS #1, 38, 42, 56, 65, AND 67
FIELD POINTE SUBDIVISION PHASE 1
RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREAS FOR
PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL
REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR MEADOW
WOOD II,LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
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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 areas commonly
known as Lots #1 to 73 Field Pointe subdivision Phase 2 and Lots
#1, 38, 42, 56, 65, and 67 Field Pointe Subdivision Phase 1,
South Bend, Indiana, and which are more particularly described as
follows:
Address
Legal Description
Key Number
Lot #1
Phase 1 Field Pointe Sub., Sec. 1
25- 1013 -0212*
Lot #38
Phase 1 Field Pointe Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #42
Phase 1 Field Pointe Sub., Sec. 4
"
Lot # 56
Phase 1 Field Pointe Sub., Sec. 5
"
Lot #65
Phase 1 Field Pointe Sub., Sec. 5
"
Lot #67
Phase 1 Field Pointe Sub., Sec. 5
"
Lot #1
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #2
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #3
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #4
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #5
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #6
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #7
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #8
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #9
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #10
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #11
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #12
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #13
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #14
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 3
"
Lot #15
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #16
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #17
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #18
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #19
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #20
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #21
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #22
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #23
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #24
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #25
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #26
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #27
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #28
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #29
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #30
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #31
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #32
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. l
"
Lot #33
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #34
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #35
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #36
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #37
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #38
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #39
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #40
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #41
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #42
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #43
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
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Lot #44
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #45
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #46
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #47
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #48
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #49
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #50
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #51
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #52
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #53
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #54
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #55
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #56
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
Lot #57
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #58
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #59
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #60
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #61
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #62
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #63
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #64
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #65
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 2
"
Lot #66
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #67
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #68
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #69
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #70
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #71
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
Lot #72
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
Lot #73
Phase 2 Field Point Sub., Sec. 1
"
(* - the master key number is currently being split and separate key numbers will be assigned to
each of the above lots).
as a Residentially Distressed Areas; 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 areas 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
sea., for tax abatement.
SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds the
following:
A. A significant number of dwelling units within the
areas are not permanently occupied or a significant number of
parcels in the areas are vacant land;
B. A significant number of dwelling units in the areas
are:
i. the subject of an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or
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ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies;
C. The Areas have experienced a new 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.
D. The areas (plus any areas previously designated) do
not exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the
designating body's jurisdiction.
E. That the description of the proposed redevelopment
meets the applicable standards for such development.
F. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment
is reasonable for projects of this nature;
G. That the other benefits about which information was
requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result
from the proposed described redevelopment; and
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 -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) 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 areas described herein as
Residentially Distressed Areas 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 seg.
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. Andy
Place, a representative of Meadowview, made the presentation for
the resolution. He asked that the consideration be given in
grating this tax abatement. Council Member Pfeifer made a motion
to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Aranowski.
The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 2647 -98
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 CORNER
OF WEST WASHINGTON /STUDEBAKER, 1331,
1327, 1323, 1321, 1315, 1311, 1305,
1303, 1301, 1302 -1304, 1308, 1306, 1316,
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1402 AND 1408 WEST WASHINGTON, 113 -111
SOUTH WALNUT AND 101, 111, AND VACANT
LOT ADJACENT TO 111 CHESTNUT AS A
RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED AREA FOR
PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR RESIDENTIAL
REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR SOUTH
BEND HERITAGE FOUNDATION
WHEREAS,'a Statement of Benefits and a petition for 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 areas commonly known as corner
of West Washington /Studebaker, 1331, 1327, 1323, 1321, 1315,
1311, 1305, 1303, 1301, 1302 -1304, 1308, 1306, 1316, 1402 and
1408 West Washington, 113 -111 South Walnut AND 101, 111, and
vacant lot adjacent to 111 Chestnut, South Bend, Indiana, and
which are more particularly described as follows:
Street Address *
Legal Description
Key Number
Corner of West
Ex. 21 '/2 Ft. E Side Lot 8
18- 1045 -1953
Washington/Studebaker
Studebaker & Hines Bol 80
of /block 84
1331 West Washington
E. 21 '/217t. Lot 8 & W 11 '/2 Ft
18- 1045 -1954
18- 3075 -2990
Lot 7 Studebaker & Hines bo180
RR Knoblocks Sub of Bol
1327 West Washington
38 Ft. E. Side Lot 7 3 1/4 ft. W.
18- 1045 -1955
3075- 2990.01
Side Lot 6 Studebaker & Hines
Corner Knoblocks Sub of Bol 84
Bol 80
Lot 3 Bol Knoblocks Sub
1323 West Washington
46'/2 Ft. E. Side lot 6 Studebaker
18- 1045 -1956
111 S. Chestnut
& Hines Bol 80
18- 3075- 2967.01
1321 West Washington
Lot 5 Studebaker & Hine Bol 80
18- 1045 -1957
1315 West Washington
Lot 4 Studebaker & Hine
18- 1045 -1958
1311 West Washington
West 33.75' Lot 2 & all of Lot 3
18- 1045- 1960.01
1402 West Washington
Studebaker and Hines Addn.
18- 3075 -2965
1305 West Washington
8.8 Ft. W. Side Lot 1 15.75 Ft. E. 18
-1045 -1961
Side Lot 2 Studebaker & Hines
Bol 80
1303 West Washington
22.2 RAU Pt. Lot 1 Studebaker
18- 1045 -1962
& Hines Bol 80
1301 West Washington
Lot 1 18.5 Ft. E. Side Studebaker
18- 1045 -1963
& Hines Bol 80
113 -111 S. Walnut
Lot 6 John C. Knoblock Sub of
18- 3075 -2993
Bol 84 N. of RR
1302 -1304 West Washington Lot 1 John C. Knoblock Sub div 18- 3075 -2991
of /block 84
1308 West Washington
Lot 2 W 33.5'x 100.5'84'N. of
18- 3075 -2990
RR Knoblocks Sub of Bol
1306 West Washington
Lot 2 except 33.5'x100.5' 84' NW 18-
3075- 2990.01
Corner Knoblocks Sub of Bol 84
1316 West Washington
Lot 3 Bol Knoblocks Sub
18- 3075 -2989
102 S. Chestnut
Lot 4 Bol 84 Knoblocks Sub 18- 3075 -2988
111 S. Chestnut
W 40' of Lot 8 John R Kirbys Sub
18- 3075- 2967.01
Bol 83
V/L Adj 111 Chestnut
E 80 Ft of Lot 8 John F Kirbys
18- 3075 -2967
Sub of Bol 83
1402 West Washington
Lot 1 Kirbys Sub of Bol 83
18- 3075 -2965
1408 West Washington
Lot 2 Kirbys Sub of Bol 83
18- 3075 -2964
*(Addresses for above lots are subject to change due to replat of land)
be designated as Residentially Distressed Areas under the
provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et sea., and South Bend
Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 et _sect., and;
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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 areas
qualify as Residentially Distressed Areas under Indiana Code 6-
1.1 -12.1, et seq., 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 areas 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 areas qualify as Residentially Distressed
Areas.
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 areas herein are found to meet state law requirements more
particularly set forth in Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2 and the
Common Council hereby makes the following additional findings for
the areas listed herein:
A. A significant number of dwelling units within the areas
are not permanently occupied or a significant number of parcels
in the areas are vacant land;
OR
B. A significant of dwelling units in the areas are:
I. the subject of an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or
ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies;
OR
C. The areas have 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
D. The areas (plus any areas previously designated) do not
exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the designating
body's jurisdiction.
SECTION III. The Common Council also hereby determines and finds
the following:
A. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling is
rehabilitated to meet local code standards for habitability.
B. 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.
C. That the description of the proposed redevelopment meets
the applicable standards for such development.
D. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment is
reasonable for projects of this nature;
E. That the other benefits about which information was
requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to
result from the proposed described redevelopment; and
F. 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.
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
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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 areas herein described be designated as
Residentially Distressed Areas and hereby adopts a Resolution
designating these areas as Residentially Distressed Areas for
purposes of real property tax abatement.
SECTION VI. The designation as a Residentially Distressed Areas
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 properties be
designated as residentially distressed areas.
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/ Sean Coleman
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time.
Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic
Development Committee had met on this bill and recommends it to
the Council favorable. Suzanne Koehler, development specialist,
made the presentation for the resolution. She indicated they
would be pleased to have a favorable recommendation for these
nineteen parcels of land, in order that they could build
seventeen new homes. Council Member Pfeifer made a motion to
adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Kelly. The
resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 2649 -98 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING
CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND COMMONLY KNOWN AS 100 NAVARRE
PLACE, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AN ECONOMIC
REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A
SIX (6) YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT
FOR MEMORIAL HEALTH SYSTEM,
INC. /MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF SOUTH BEND,
INC.
WHEREAS, a petition for real property tax abatement 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 100 Navarre Place, South Bend, Indiana, and
which is more particularly described as follows:
PARCEL I. The west 25 feet of Lot Numbered One Hundred Forty -
five (145) as shown on the original plat of the town, now City of
South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana.
PARCEL I: Lot Numbered One Hundred Forty -five (145) as shown on
the Original Plat of the Town, now City of South Bend, excepting
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therefrom 25 feet taken off of and from the entire West side of
said Lot Numbered 145.
PARCEL III: The North half of Lot Numbered One Hundred Forty -six
(146) as shown on the Original Plat of the Town, now City of
South Bend..
PARCEL IV: The South Half of Lot Numbered
(146) as shown on the Original Plat of the
South Bend.
PARCEL V: Lot Numbered One Hundred Forty -;
the Original Plat of the town, now city of
with the vacated 14 foot alley lying South
147.
One Hundred Forty -six
Town, now City of
seven (147) as shown on
South Bend, together
and adjacent to Lot
PARCEL VI: Lot Numbered One Hundred Forty -eight (148), One
Hundred Forty -nine (149) and One Hundred fifty (150) as shown on
the Original Plat of the Town, now City of South Bend, together
with the vacated 14 -foot alley lying North and adjacent to Lot
148.
PARCEL VII: The vacated alley lying between Lots 145 and 156,
Lots 146 and 155 and Lots 147 and 154, as shown on the Original
Plat of the Town, now city of South Bend.
PARCEL VIII: Lots Numbered One Hundred Fifty -four (154), One
Hundred Fifty -five (155) and One Hundred Fifty -six (156) as shown
on the Original Plat of the Town, now City of South Bend.
PARCEL IX: The South One -Half (1/2) of vacated Navarre Street
lying North of and adjacent to Lots 145 and 156 as shown on the
Original Plat of the Town, now City of South Bend.
and which has Key Number 18 1009 036001, 18 1009 0360, 18, 1009
36101, 18 1009 036102, 18 1009 0362, 18 1009 036401, 18 1009 0355
be designated as an Economic Revitalization Area under the
provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -1 et. seq. and South Bend
Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 Et Seq.
Whereas, the Department of 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 -1, et seq., 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 Human Resources 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 that
the Petition for Real Property Tax Abatement and the Statement of
Benefits form completed by the Petitioner meet the requirements
of Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -1 et seq., and qualifies under the
relevant provisions of South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 et
seq., for tax abatement.
SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds the
following:
A. That the description of the proposed redevelopment or
rehabilitation meets the applicable standards for such
development.
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B. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment or
rehabilitation is reasonable for projects of this nature;
C. That the estimate of the number of individuals who will
be employed or whose employment will be retained by the
Petitioner can reasonably be expected to result from the
proposed described redevelopment or rehabilitation;
D. That the estimate of the annual salaries of those
individuals who will be employed or whose employment
will be retained by the Petitioner can be reasonably
expected to result from the proposed redevelopment or
rehabilitation:
E. That the other benefits about which information was
requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to
result from the proposed described redevelopment or
rehabilitation; and
F. 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.
SECTION III. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that
the proposed described redevelopment or rehabilitation can be
reasonably expected to yield benefits identified in the Statement
of Benefits set forth as Sections I through II of 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 IV. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and
recommendation of the Human Resources and Economic Development
Committee that the area herein described be designated an
Economic Revitalization Area and hereby adopts a Resolution
designating this area as an Economic Revitalization Area for
purposes of real property tax abatement.
SECTION V. The designation as an Economic Revitalization Area
shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the
adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council.
SECTION VI. The Common Council pursuant to Section 2 -84 of the
South Bend Municipal Code finds that six (6) years is the
appropriate and rational time period for this tax abatement in
light of the following:
1. The enormous risk the Petitioner takes associated with
this type of development.
2. The additional costs associated with this particular
development to be incurred by the Petitioner.
3. The large overall costs of the development, which is
expected to exceed $33 Million.
The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is
qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period
of six (6) years.
SECTION VII. 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 VIII. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect
from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by
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the Mayor.
JULY 13, 1998
1s/ Sean Coleman
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time.
Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic
Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to
the Council favorable. Phil Faccenda, attorney, made the
presentation for the bill. He reported that Memorial Health
Systems will build a six floor building, three will be parking
garage and three offices that will house fifteen to twenty
physicians. He informed the Council that it would also house the
outpatient surgery center, women's center, oncology center,
nephrology and eye center. He advised this project will cost
$48,000,000, and that cost does not include road changes and
signalization which will be another $3,000,000. Council Member
Kelly made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council
Member Aranowski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote
of eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 2650 -98 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 2918,
2922, 2926, 2923, 2919 CORPUS CHRISTI
DRIVE, 2320, 2317, 2321, 2325, 2329,
2401, 2405, 2404, OAKBROOK DRIVE, AND
2921, 2917, 2918, 2922, 2926, 2930 BENT
OAK LANE AS A RESIDENTIALLY DISTRESSED
AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR
RESIDENTIAL REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT
FOR WOODFIELD DOWNS, INC.
WHEREAS, a Statement of Benefits and a petition for 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 areas commonly known as 2918,
2922, 2926, 2923, 2919 Corpus Christy Dr., 2320, 2317, 2321,
2325, 2329, 2401, 2405, 2404, Oakbrook DR., and 2921, 2917, 2918,
2922, 2926, 2930 Bent Oak Lane, South Bend, Indiana, and which
are more particularly described as follows:
Street Address
2918 Corpus Christi Drive
2922 Corpus Christi Drive
2926 Corpus Christi Drive
or 2324 Oakbrook Drive **
2320 Oakbrook Drive
2921 Bent Oak Lane
2917 Bent Oak Lane
2918 Bent Oak Lane
2922 Bent Oak Lane
2926 Bent Oak Lane
2930 Bent Oak Lane
2317 Oakbrook Drive
2321 Oakbrook Drive
2325 Oakbrook Drive
2329 Oakbrook Drive
2401 Oakbrook Drive
2405 Oakbrook Drive
2404 Oakbrook Drive
Legal Description Key Number
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 16 *see below
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 17
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 18
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 19
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 20
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 21
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 29
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 30
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 31
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 32
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 33
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 34
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 35
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 36
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 37
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 38
Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 39
or 2927 Corpus Christi Drive **
2923 Corpus Christi Drive Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 40
2919 Corpus Christi Drive Oakwood Villas Sec Two Lot 41
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(* Tax key # for entire parcel 25- 1004 - 025603. Individual tax key numbers in process of being
assigned.)
( ** - designates corner lots which may have one or the other street address listed).
be designated as Residentially Distressed Areas under the
provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et sea., 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 areas
qualify as Residentially Distressed Areas under Indiana Code 6-
1.1 -12.1, et seq., 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 areas 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 areas qualify as Residentially Distressed
Areas.
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 areas herein are found to meet state law requirements more
particularly set forth in Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2 and the
Common Council hereby makes the following additional findings for
the areas listed herein:
A. A significant number of dwelling units within the areas
are not permanently occupied or a significant number of parcels
in the areas are vacant land;
OR
B. A significant of dwelling units in the areas are:
I. the subject of an order issued under IC 36 -7 -9; or
ii. evidencing significant building deficiencies;
OR
C. The areas have 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
D. The areas (plus any areas previously designated) do not
exceed ten percent (10 %) of the total area within the designating
body's jurisdiction.
SECTION III. The Common Council also hereby determines and finds
the following:
A. The deduction will not be allowed unless the dwelling is
rehabilitated to meet local code standards for habitability.
B. 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.
C. That the description of the proposed redevelopment meets
the applicable standards for such development.
D. That the estimate of the value of the redevelopment is
reasonable for projects of this nature;
E. That the other benefits about which information was
requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to
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result from the proposed described redevelopment; and
F. 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.
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 areas herein described be designated as
Residentially Distressed Areas and hereby adopts a Resolution
designating these areas as Residentially Distressed Areas for
purposes of real property tax abatement.
SECTION VI. The designation as a Residentially Distressed Areas
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 properties be
designated as residentially distressed areas.
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/ Sean Coleman
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time.
Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic
Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to
the Council favorable. Tom Murray, president of Woodfield Downs,
made the presentation for the resolution. He indicated it would
be very beneficial to pass this residential abatement as opposed
to having people move outside the city limits. Council Member
Aranowski made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by
Council Member Pfeifer. The resolution was adopted by a roll
call vote of eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 98 -117 A RESOLUTION
THE CITY OF
DETERMINING,
THE LEASE OF
HURON, SOUTH
NEIGHBORHOOD
NECESSARY
OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AFTER INVESTIGATION THAT
PROPERTY AT 2202 WEST
BEND, INDIANA, FOR USE AS A
PARTNERSHIP CENTER IS
Council Member Broden made a motion to strike this resolution
from the agenda, at the request of the petitioner, seconded by
Council Member Varner. The motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 2651 -98 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF
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SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AUTHORIZING THE
URBAN ENTERPRISE ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, INC. TO SUBMIT AN
APPLICATION FOR AN ENTERPRISE ZONE
BOUNDARY MODIFICATION TO THE INDIANA
URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE BOARD
WHEREAS, the State of Indiana has enacted I.C. 4 -4 -6.1 allowing
certain areas within Indiana to be designated as "Enterprise
Zone" areas and entitling property owners therein to certain
benefits (as provided by law), from time to time; and
WHEREAS, a certain area within the City of South Bend, Indiana,
has been so designated as an Enterprise Zone effective as of
January, 1984, said area modified effective as July, 1987; May,
1989, and October, 1993; the boundaries of which are those
identified at Exhibit "A ", hereto; and
WHEREAS, the Indiana Enterprise Zone Board has adopted a policy
dated October 14, 1998, revised as of July 1993 and March, 1998,
stating, in part, that modification of an Enterprise Zone will
not be considered without approval of such request by the Urban
Enterprise Association, Mayor and City Council of the City within
whose borders the Enterprise Zone is located; and
WHEREAS, application has been made to modify the Enterprise Zone
located within the City of South Bend, Indiana (hereinafter, the
"ZONE "), to include within the ZONE certain parcels of real
estate and to delete from the ZONE certain other parcels of real
estate, all as described as Exhibit "B" attached hereto and
incorporated herein; and
WHEREAS, the parcels of real estate described as Exhibit "B"
comprise property that is suitable for the redevelopment of
commercial, industrial and residential activities and that is
compatible with the goals and objectives of the five year
strategic plan of the Urban Enterprise Association of South Bend,
Indiana, Inc., and that the inclusion of said properties is an
appropriate modification of the boundary of the Enterprise Zone
located within the City of South Bend, Indiana; and
WHEREAS, the specific parcels to be deleted from the ZONE, as
described at Exhibit "B ", and the justification for such
deletions are specified in the five -year strategic plan of the
Urban Enterprise Association of South Bend, Indiana, Inc; and
WHEREAS, the proposed boundary modification will impact the ZONE
demographically and economically, as set forth in the boundary
modification application attached hereto as Exhibit "B"; and
WHEREAS, the Urban Enterprise Association of south Bend, Indiana,
Inc., has approved the request for this boundary modification at
a public meeting held on June 24, 1998.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the Common Council of
the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows:
SECTION I. That the request for modification of the Enterprise
Zone located within the City of South Bend, Indiana, which
modification would modify the existing Enterprise Zone to include
certain parcels of real property as described at Exhibit "B"
hereto, and to delete certain other parcels of real estate
described at Exhibit "B ", hereto, thereby modifying the
boundaries of the Enterprise Zone located within South Bend,
Indiana, to those defined at Exhibit "C ", hereto, shall be and
hereby is approved.
Section II. That the demographic and economic impacts of the
proposed boundary modification, as detailed in the boundary
modification application, attached hereto as Exhibit "B" shall be
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and hereby are accepted.
Section III. That the boundary modification application,
attached hereto as Exhibit "C ", shall be and hereby is approved
and accepted.
Section IV. That this Resolution constitutes the approval of the
request for modification of the Urban Enterprise Zone by the
Council and Mayor to the City within which the zone in question
is located, as required by the policy guidelines established by
the Indiana Enterprise Zone Board, and hereby authorizes the
Urban Enterprise Association of South Bend, Indiana, Inc., to
submit an application recommended an enterprise zone boundary
modification to the Indiana Enterprise Zone Board.
Section V. That 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. Pam
Meyers, director of Planning and Neighborhood Development, made
the presentation for the resolution. She informed the Council
that this resolution will approve a boundary modification for the
Urban Enterprise Association. She reported that Council's
approval will authorize the submittal of the boundary proposal as
part of the renewal application to the State Enterprise Zone
Board. She advised that certain areas are to be deleted and
certain areas to be added to the Zone, however, the final
proposal includes 2.98 square miles just under the 3 mile
maximum. Council Member Kelly made a motion to adopt the
resolution, seconded by Council Member Aranowski. The resolution
was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 2652 -98 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
ADOPTING A FIVE YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN,
IDENTIFYING THOSE COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVES AVAILABLE IN THE
ENTERPRISE ZONE LOCATED IN SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION
TO THE INDIANA URBAN ENTERPRISE ZONE
BOARD AND STATE BUDGET COMMITTEE OF AN
APPLICATION FOR THE RENEWAL OF THE
ENTERPRISE ZONE LOCATED IN SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA
WHEREAS, the State of Indiana has enacted I.C. 4- 4 -6.1, allowing
certain areas within Indiana to be designated as "Enterprise
Zone: areas and entitling property owners therein to certain
benefits (as provided by law), from time to time; and
WHEREAS, a certain area within the City of South Bend, Indiana
has been so designated as an Enterprise Zone effective as of
January 1, 1984, said area modified effective as of July, 1987;
May, 1989; and October 1993; and
WHEREAS, said designation terminates effective December 31, 1998;
and
WHEREAS, the State of Indiana has provided a mechanism to allow
for the renewal of areas designated as Enterprise Zones; and
WHEREAS, the Urban Enterprise Association of South Bend, Indiana,
Inc., throughout its existence has been engaged in and undertaken
a number of programs and operations in and serving businesses and
residents located within the Enterprise Zone located within South
Bend, Indiana (hereinafter, the "ZONE "),and continues to operate,
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supervise and conduct various such programs and operations; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the Urban Enterprise
Association of South Bend, Indiana, Inc. (hereinafter, the BOARD)
has expressed its continued commitment to its mission of
increasing the number of jobs in the ZONE by the retention and
expansion of existing businesses and the attraction and
development of new businesses and improving the quality of life
of ZONE residents, improving ZONE residents' employability, and
filling ZONE jobs with ZONE residents; and
WHEREAS, the BOARD has caused the development and creation of a
five year strategic plan reviewing the history of the Enterprise
Association of South Bend, Indiana, Inc. and its past and ongoing
activities in the ZONE and to guide its activities within the
ZONE over the next five years; and
WHEREAS, the BOARD by resolution dated June 24, 1998 approved a
proposed modification of the boundaries of the ZONE and
authorized the filing of a resolution with the Common Council of
the City of South bend, Indiana, seeking the approval of the
Common Council and Mayor of the City of South Bend to such
boundary modification; and
WHEREAS, the BOARD by resolution dated June 24, 1998 approved a
proposed modification of the boundaries of the ZONE and
authorized the filing of a resolution with the Common Council of
the City of South Bend, Indiana, seeking the approval of the
Common Council and Mayor of the City of South Bend to such
boundary modifications; and
whereas, the Board has caused the completion of an application
for renewal of the ZONE with said boundary modification; and
WHEREAS, after proper adverting of the same pursuant to I.C. 5 -3-
1 -2(b) the BOARD conducted a public hearing on May 27, 1998 to
discuss the history of the urban Enterprise Association of south
Bend, Inc., its progress, and said five year strategic plan and
the proposed boundary modification described herein; and
WHEREAS, having considered the same and the comments of the
public received at said public hearing, the BOARD determined that
said five year strategic plan provides a clear and proper
perspective of the past work of the Urban Enterprise Association
of South Bend, Indiana, Inc., within the ZONE and sets forth
appropriate strategy and gives appropriate guidance to the BOARD
concerning its activities in the ZONE over the next five years
and that it is in the best interests of the ZONE, the City of
South Bend, Indiana, and the businesses and residents in the
ZONE, and approved and adopted said five year strategic plan; and
WHEREAS, having considered the same and the comments of the
public received at said public hearing, the BOARD determined that
it is in the best interest of the ZONE, the City of South Bend,
Indiana, and the businesses and residents in the ZONE, and
approved the application or renewal of the Enterprise Zone
designation, with such boundary modification as was approved by
the BOARD by resolution dated June 24, 1998; and
WHEREAS, the BOARD by resolution dated June 24, 1998 authorized
its Executive Director to submit to the Indiana Urban Enterprise
Zone Board for its evaluation and review the application for
renewal approved hereby, as well as the five year strategic plan
approved hereby, and any and all supporting documentation,
documents, publication proofs, resolutions, and the like; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
has reviewed said five year strategic plan, a true and complete
copy of which is attached hereto, and has determined that certain
community and economic development incentives are available
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within the ZONE, with such boundary modification as was approved
by the BOARD and that it is in the best interests of the City of
South Bend, the ZONE and the residents and businesses within the
ZONE, that the application for renewal, as approved by the BOARD,
and all supporting documentation, be submitted to the Indiana
Urban Enterprise Association for its review and evaluation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the following community and economic development
incentives are among those available within the ZONE:
A. Loans to businesses through the City of South Bend's
Industrial Revolving Loan Fund, Corporation for
entrepreneurial Development Loan Fund and the
Neighborhood Business Development Corporation Loan Fund.
B. The availability of tax increment to the City of South
Bend Department of Redevelopment for use throughout the
Sample -Ewing Development Area, a redevelopment area
within the boundaries of which the ZONE is located, for
financing local public improvements in or serving the
Sample -Ewing Development Area.
C. The availability of real and personal property tax
abatement for residential, industrial, institutional and
warehousing development in the ZONE.
D. The targeting of Civil City Good Neighbors Funds by the
City of South Bend to assist in funding the operations
of the Southeast, Rum Village and Westside Partnership
Centers serving the ZONE.
E. The targeting of Community Development Block Grant Funds
by the City of South Bend to assist in the funding of
public improvements, housing, commercial development,
organizational support and service provision that affect
the ZONE.
F Cooperative efforts of the City of South Bend and
affected neighbor hood organizations to provide a focus
for neighborhood planning and improvement activities.
G. The provision of staff services by the City of South
Bend to the Neighborhood Resources and Technical
Services Corporation, an Indiana non - profit Corporation
targeting urban neighborhoods, including the Southeast,
Rum Village, Near Westside and Westside neighborhoods
and neighborhood associations located within the ZONE
for grants, technical support and resource development.
2. That the five year strategic plan, a true and complete copy
of which is attached hereto and incorporate herein, dated as of
June 24, 1998 shall be and hereby is approved.
3. That the application for renewal of the ZONE, with such
boundary modifications as were approved by the BOARD dated June
24, 1998, shall be and is hereby approved.
4. The Executive Director of the BOARD is hereby authorized and
directed to cause to be submitted to the Indiana Urban Enterprise
zone Board for its evaluation and review the application for
renewal approved hereby, as well as the five ear strategic plan
approved hereby, and any and all supporting documentation,
documents, publication proofs, resolutions, and the like.
5. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and
after its adoption by the Council and approval by the Mayor.
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/s/ Sean Coleman
Member of the Common council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Pam
Meyers, director of Planning and Neighborhood Development, made
the presentation for the resolution. She informed the Council
that this resolution will confirm the Urban Enterprise
Association's decision to apply for a redesignation for the
period of 1999 -2003. She reported that this application requests
favorable consideration of the five year plan which includes the
UEA's continued support of its successful Sample Street Business
Complex incubator and the Zone Resident Employment Program, as
well as the implementation of a neighborhood grant program for
Zone neighborhoods. Conrad Damian, 719 E. Broadway, indicated
that in 1984 the City of South Bend received one of the first
Urban Zone designations. He advised that our program has been
successful, but it is not completed. He informed the Council
that they hope to complete the Sample Street project, and will be
giving grants that will help the residential areas of the
neighborhoods. Council Member Kelly made a motion to adopt the
resolution, seconded by Council Member Ujdak. The resolution was
adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes.
BILLS FIRST READING
BILL NO. 54 -98 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY:
VARIOUS STREETS AND ALLEYS BOUNDED AS FOLLOWS:
HIGH STREET ON THE EAST, THE CONRAIL ROAD ON THE
NORTH, RUSH STREET ON THE WEST, AND PENNSYLVANIA
AVENUE ON THE SOUTH
This bill had first reading. Council Member Pfeifer 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 July 27, seconded by Council Member Varner. The
motion carried.
BILL NO. 55 -98 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 9 OF THE SOUTH
BEND MUNICIPAL CODE, ENTITLED FIRE PREVENTION
This bill had first reading. Council Member Aranowski made a
motion to refer this bill to the Heath and Public Safety
Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on July
27, seconded by Council Member Kelly. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 56 -98 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, ANNEXING TO THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND
CERTAIN TERRITORY CONTIGUOUS THEREWITH LOCATED IN
GERMAN TOWNSHIP, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA (PARK
ANNEXATION)
This bill had first reading. Council Member Kelly made a motion
to refer this bill the Zoning and Annexation Committee and set it
for public hearing and third reading on August 10, seconded by
Council Member Pfeifer. The motion carried.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
Jim Cierzniak, 1156 E. Altgeld, spoke regarding the losses at the
Hall of Fame.
There being no further business to come before the Council
unfinished or new, Council Member Coleman adjourned the meeting
at 8:40 p.m.
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