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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-08-95 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 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, April 10, 1995, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given. ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Luecke, Washington, Kelly, Puzzello, Zakrzewski, Coleman, Duda, and Ladewski Absent: Council Member Slavinskas 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 March 28, and April 10, 1995 meetings of the Council and found them correct. Therefore, we recommend the same be approved. /S/ Eugene Ladewski Council Member Puzzello made a motion that meetings be accepted and placed on file, motion carried. SPECIAL BUSINESS the minutes of the March 28, and April 10, seconded by Council Member Washington. The RESOLUTION NO. 2231 -95 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, REQUESTING THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT THROUGH THE POSTMASTER GENERAL TO ISSUE A COMMEMORATIVE STAMP HONORING THE RESCUE WORKERS, VICTIMS, AND THEIR FAMILIES OF THE OKLAHOMA CITY TRAGEDY. Whereas, the Common Council of the Americans throughout our great country, h Oklahoma City last month; and Whereas, the Council believes that a victims and their families but also to workers would be a small token of helping and City of South Bend, like the millions of ave been stunned by the tragedy occurring in sincere and fitting tribute not only to the the hundreds if not thousands of rescue Oklahoma City as well as our national heal; Whereas, the April 20, 1995, AP photo of an Oklahoma city Firefighter carrying one year old Baylee Almon epitomizes the heartfelt care, concern, and support of our Nation, as those affected begin to rebuild, regroup, and rededicate their individual lives as they begin to move forward in light of these devastating circumstances; and Whereas, the Common Council further believes that as a further sign of our Nation coming together as a fami.Ly, that appropriate legislation be considered which would earmark two cents of every such Commemorative Stamp depicting the AP photograph be earmarked into a non - reverting fund to assist the families of the victims and the families of the volunteers like Rebecca Anderson, a nurse who gave her life recusing victims from the Alfred Murray Federal Building in Downtown Oklahoma City. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, joins with the millions of Americans in paying our respects to the families of the victims of the Oklahoma City bombing and pays special tribute to the thousands of volunteers who have been involved and continue to be involved in the search and rescue efforts. SECTION II. The Common Council believes that the appropriate entities of the United States Federal Government should begin discussions on the issuance of a special Commemorative Stamp depicting the AP photo of a Oklahoma City Firefighter carrying Baylee Almon, with two cents of each such stamp sold being earmarked into a special non - reverting fund to assist =w«ilies of the victims and the volunteers who have been forever affected by this tragedy. SECTION III. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, calls upon all Americans to unite together in assisting the City of Oklahoma and all of its residents in their own individual ways of helping them to move forward in rebuilding their lives as positively as possible in light of the circumstances. SECTION IV. This Resolution shall be in fuii L,rce and efrecu from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. Stephen Luecke, 1st District Cleo Washington, 2nd District Linas Slavinskas, 5th District Thomas Zakrzewski, 6th District Roland Kelly, 3rd District Sean Coleman, At Large REGULAR MEETING Ann Puzzello, 4th District ATTEST; Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk MAY 8, 1995 Loretta Duda, At Large Eugene Ladewski, At Large Joseph E. Kernan, Mayor Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand, Council Attorney A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council President Ladewski presented the resolution. He indicated he issuance of the stamp would commemorate the tragedy, as well as memorialize those who died, as well as the rescuers. Steve Weiger, President of the local Firefighters' Union indicated that firefighers throughout the United States would support this resolution. Council Member Coleman made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Washington. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 95 -31 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING THE BETHEL PILOTS FOR WINNING THE NAIA DIVISION II, NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP FOR 1995 Council Member Luecke made a motion to continue this resolution until May 22, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. REPORT OF CITY OFFICES Phil St. Clair, Superintendent of Parks, discussed their annual report, a copy of this report had been given to the Council. He indicated they were planning 16 million dollars worth of capital improvements over the next few years. Council Member Coleman made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Washington. 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 on at 7:25 p.m., with eight members present. Chairman Washington presiding. BILL NO. 16 -95 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3822 LINCOLNWAY WEST IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 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 Coleman reported that the Zoning and Annexation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. John Byorni, Area Plan, reported that the petitioners were requesting this zoning for a car rental and sales facility. He described the surrounding area. He reported that the Area Plan Commission gave this zoning a favorable recommendation. Anthony Zappia, attorney, indicated that Budget Rent a Car is presently zoned "C" and "B" residential, and they were requesting a "C" commercial for the entire site. He indicated the car rental has been at this location since 1986; the area is highly commercialized to the North; and the single family residence in the area has not objection to this zoning. He indicated the total cost of the project would be $20,000. t-�uncil Member Zakrzewski made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Kelly. Council Member Luecke indicated he supported this zoning with a buffer at the rear of the property. The motion carried. BILL NO. 19 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 21 "ZONING" OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND PROHIBITING THE SALE OF FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION UNDER THE CITY'S PLANNING AND ZONING POWERS 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 Coleman reported that the Zoning and Annexation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable, as amended. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to accept the substitute bill on file with the City Clerk, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. John Byorni, Area Plan, said this was a Common Council initiated petition. He indicated this bill proposes that any gunsmith shop that did not exist before April 1, 1994, cannot be located within 200 feet of a school, child care center or child care ministry. He said the Area Plan Commission sends this to the Council with a favorable recommendation. Council Member Kelly made the presentation for the bill. He indicated that a gun shop was going to open across from Lincoln School, and there was no stipulation in the Code against this establishment. He indicated this bill would establish a distance of 200 feet of a school or day care facility. He indicated he wished it had to be further than 200 feet, however, we cannot exceed State law. He thanked the Lincoln School parents for their efforts and REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 all who supported this bill. Pastor Larry Gooden, Inner raith Church of God and Christ, spoke in favor of * ',e bill. He presented a petition from seven pastors in favor of this bill. Scott Steiner, 2101 Leer, spoke in favor. Pastor Preston, from Church of God and Christ, spoke in favor and presented a petition from several pastors in the area. Allen Bell, 1016 Longhorn Dr., a teacher at Lincoln School, thanked everyone involved in the project. He read a letter from Representative Roemer. Gene Oaklv. ?614 York Road, indicated 200 feet is not enough it should be 1,000 feet from a child facility. John Broden, assistant city attorney, expressed the Mayor's support of this bill. He indicated he hoped the City never has to enforce this bill. Ernest Szarwark, 1140 E. Woodside, spoke in favor. Council Member Zakrzewski indicated it was unfortunate that the 200 foot limit was all that could be enforced. Council Member Puzzello indicated that in the schools they try to teach peaceful ways to handle arguments. Council President Ladewski presented a petition with 156 signatures in favor of this bill. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, as amended, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. BILL NO. 20 -95 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST NORTH - SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF SOUTH FRANKLIN STREET ON WEST INDIANA, AND A PORTION OF THE EAST -WEST ALLEY PARALLEL TO WEST INDIANA AVENUE CONTINUING WEST THEREFROM Council Member Luecke made a motion to continue this bill until May 22, at the request of the petitioner, seconded by Council Member Zakrzewski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 17 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, SETTING THE ANNUAL SALARIES FOR THE COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR CALENDAR YEARS 1997, 1998 AND 1999 This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opporLU..ity to be heard. Council Member Luecke reported that the Personnel & Finance Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Council Member Coleman made the presentation for the bill. He indicated this bill freezes the Council salary at the 1996 level through 1999, thus removes the difficulty of the next Council setting their own salary; the Council's salary will remain below the wages of full time City employees; and sends a massage to the citizens that revenues will not go toward Council Members' salaries. Council Member Luecke made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. Council Member Luecke made a motion to rise and report to the Council, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. ATTEST: ATTEST: C:;�� . City Clerk Chairman REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend reconvened in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the County -City Building at 8:04 p.m. Council President Ladewski presiding, and eight members present. BILLS, THIRD READING ORDINANCE NO. 8593 -95 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDTVANrE FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3822 LINCCLNWAY WEST IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA This bill had third reading. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to pass this bill seconded by Council Member Duda. The bill passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 8594 -95 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 21 "ZONING" OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND PROHIBITING THE SALE OF FIREARMS AND AMMUNITION UNDER THE CITY'S PLANNING AND ZONING POWERS This bill had third reading. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to amend this bill, as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. Council Member Luecke made a motion to pass this bill, as amended, seconded by Council Member Zakrzewski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes. REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 ORDINANCE NO. 8595 -95 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, SETTING THE ANNUAL SALARIES FOR THE COUNCIL MEMBERS FOR CALENDAR YPpm� 1997, 1998 AND 1999 This bill had third reading. Council Member Duda made a motion to pass this bill seconded by Council Member Coleman. The bill passed by a roll roll vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2232 -95 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND APPROVING THE ISSUANuE OF SCRAP METAL /JUNK DEALERc /TRANgvER STATION LICENSE FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1995 WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend recognizes the contributions that operations such as junk /scrap and recycling dealers make to the community, and the Council further realizes that such operations must be reasonably regulated in order to minimize any environmental or aesthetic nuisances which may be created by the operations of scrap /junk /and recycling dealers within the City; and WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend has enacted reasonable rules and regulations with regard to the issuance of licenses and the operations of the scrap /junk /and recycling dealers; WHEREAS, in accordance with these rules and regulations, inspections of the below listed scrap /junk/ and recycling operations have been completed by the Department of Code Enforcement and the Fire Department Prevention Bureau, and it has been found that such premises is fit and proper for the maintena..ce and operation of such businesses; and WHEREAS, the Board or Public Works, at its meeting held on April 10, 1995, recommended the issuance of a license for the below listed applicants in the City of South Bend by appropriate action of the Common Council. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. That the license applications for the following be approved based upon the satisfactory review of the properties by the Department of Code Enforcement and the Fire Department Prevention Bureau, inspections having been made in March, 1995, and subsequent favorable recommendation by the Board of Public Works: South Bend Scrap & Processing 1305 Prairie South Bend IN SECTION II. This Resolution suall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s/ Eugene Ladewski Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Kathy Dempsey, Director of Code Enforcement, made the presentation for the resolution. She indicated South Bend Scrap had met all the requirements for a license, however, they were left off the previous resolution. Council Member Kelly a,,ade a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Zakrzewski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2233 -95 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2740 VIRIDIAN DRIVE, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A SIX (6) YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR COMMUNICATIONS TEST DESIGN, INC.'S EXPANSION WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating �_,rtain 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 2740 Viridian Dr., South Bend IN, and which is particularly described as follows: A part of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of Section Twenty -eight (28), Township Thirty -eight (38) North, Range Two (2) East, of the Second Principal Meridian, City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana and described as follows: Commencing at the Northeast corner of the Southeast Quarter (1/4) of said Section 28, said point being at the intersection of Bendix and Boland Drives; thence South 89 58' 56" West (bearing assumed) along the Southerly right -of -way line of Boland Drive 1502.51 feet; thence South 00 21' 33" West, 293.00 feet; thence South 89 58' 56" West 520.01 feet; thence North 00 21'33" East 293.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 with said real estate having the following Key No. 25- 1010 - 040026 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 six (6) 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 III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s /Eugene Ladewski Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Steve Thompson, a representative of Test Designs, made the presentation for the resolution. He indicated they were constructing an addition to their existing facility. Council Member Luecke made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2234 -95 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2820 VIRIDIAN DRIVE, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 46628 AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR MACK TOOL & ENGINEERING, INC. WHEREAS, a petition for personal property tax abatement consideration has been filed with the Common Council of the City of South Bend, requesting that the area commonly known as 2820 Viridian Dr., South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: A part of the Southeast quarter of Section 28, Township 38 North, Range 2 East, of the Second Principal Meridian,, City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana and described as follows: COMMENCING at the Northeast corner of the Southeast Quarter of said Section 28, said point being at the intersection of Bendix and Boland Drives; thence South 89 degrees 58' 56" West (bearing assumed) along the Southerly right -of -way line of Boland Drive 1242.51 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence South 00 degrees 21' 33" West 293.00 feet; thence South 89 degrees 58' 56" West, 260.00 feet; thence North 00 degrees 21' 33" East, 293.00 feet; thence North 89 degrees 58' 56" East, 260.00 feet to the Point of Beginning and containing 1.75 acres, more or less, and is subject to all easements, restrictions and or covenants of record. and this property has Key Numbers 25 1010 040029, be designated as an Economic Revitalization Area under the provisions of Indiana Code 6- 1,1- 12.1 -1 et sect., and South Bend Municipal Code Section 2 -76 et seq.; and _ 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 seg., and South Bend Municipal Code Sections 2 -76 et seg. and has further prepared maps and plats showing the boundaries and such other information regarding the area in question as required by law; and 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 pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5, that: REGULAR MEEr�NG MAY 8, 1995 (a) the estimate of the cost of the new manufacturing equipment is reasonable for equipment of that type; (b) the estimate of the number of individuals that will be employed or whose employment will be retained by the Petitioner can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; (c) the estimate of the annual salaries of those individuals who will be employed or whose employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new equipment; (d) any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; and (e) the totality of benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction requested. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed new manufacturing equipment can be reasonably expected to yield the benefits identified in the State of Benefits as set forth in Section 1 through 3 of the Petition for Personal Property Tax Abatement Consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form completed by the Petitioner, said form being prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5. SECTION III. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Department of Economic Development, and the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee's favorable recommendation, that the area herein described be designated as Economic Revitalization Area for purposes of personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION IV. The Common Council determines that such designation is for personal property tax abatement only and shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION VI. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3- 1, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on said declaration. SECTION VII. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s/ Eugene Ladewski Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Melvin Hartz, owner of Mack Tool, made the presentation. He indicated this was a family owned business that was started in 1988 with three employees and it has grown to 32 employees. He indicated they were purchasing additional equipment in order to stay competitive in the market. Council Member Washington made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Duda. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2235 -95 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 5681 W. CLEVELAND RD. AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A SIX YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR M/W L.L.C. WHEREAS, a petition for personal property tax abatement consideration has been filed with the Common Council of the City of South Bend, requesting that the area commonly known as 5681 W. Cleveland, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: Lot Numbered Four (4) as shown on the recorded Plat of Crossroads Industrial complex Phase II, Section One recorded in the Office of the Recorder of St. Joseph County, Indiana, as Instrument No. 9201847 and this property has Key Numbers 25 1018 061610, 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 Section 2 -76 et seq.; and 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 REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 Council has reviewed said report and recommended to the Common Council that the area qualifies as an Economic Revitalization Area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby determines and finds pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5, that: (a) the estimate of the cost of the new manufacturing equipment is reasonable for equipment of that type; (b) the estimate of the number of individuals that will be employed or whose employment will be retained by the Petitioner can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; (c) the estimate of the annual salaries of those individuals who will be employed or whose employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new equipment; (d) any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; and (e) the totality of benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction requested. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed new manufacturing equipment can be reasonably expected to yield the benefits identified in the State of Benefits as set forth in Section 1 through 3 of the Petition for Personal Property Tax Abatement Consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form completed by the Petitioner, said form being prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5. SECTION III. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Department of Economic Development, and the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee's favorable recommendation, that the area herein described be designated as Economic Revitalization Area for purposes of personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION IV. The Common Council determines that such designation is for personal property tax abatement only and shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION VI. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3- 1, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on said declaration. SECTION VII. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s/ Eugene Ladewski Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Robert Wosny, a representative of M/W L.L.C., made the presentation for the bill. He indicated they were planning to build an addition to their existing facility, in order for the company to grow and increase employment. Council Member Coleman 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. 2236 -95 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND COMMONLY KNOWN AS 650 N. WILBER STREET AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR LUDWICK GRAPHICS, INC., AND ITS AFFILIATE, LUDWICK LEASING GROUP WHEREAS, a petition for personal property tax abatement consideration has been filed with the Common Council of the City of South Bend, requesting that the area commonly known as 650 N. Wilber, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: Lot C Davis Add & N. easterly 1/2 vacant alley; lot D Davis Plat & N. 1/2 vacant alley S. & adj.; Lot E Davis Plat & S. Westerly 1/2 vacant alley & S 1/2 vacant alley N. & Adj.; Lot F Davis Plat Ex 8 Ft Wly Side; Lot 30 Ex 4.2 Ft W Side Pleasant Home Addition; Lot 29 Pleasant Home Addition; Lot 5 Meases Addition. and this property has Key Numbers 18 1053 2270, 18 1053 2269; 18 1053 2272; 18 1053 2273; 18 1039 1704; 18 1029 1683, be designated as an Economic Revitalization Area REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 under the provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1,1- 12.1 -1 et seq., and South Bend Municipal Code Section 2 -76 et seq.; and 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 pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5, that: (a) the estimate of the cost of the new manufacturing equipment is reasonable for equipment of that type; (b) the estimate of the number of individuals that will be employed or whose employment will be retained by the Petitioner can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; (c) the estimate of the annual salaries of those individuals who will be employed or whose employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new equipment; (d) any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; and (e) the totality of benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction requested. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed new manufacturing equipment can be reasonably expected to yield the benefits identified in the State of Benefits as set forth in Section 1 through 3 of the Petition for Personal Property Tax Abatement Consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form completed by the Petitioner, said form being prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5. SECTION III. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Department of Economic Development, and the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee's favorable recommendation, that the area herein described be designated as Economic Revitalization Area for purposes of personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION IV. The Common Council determines that such designation is for personal property tax abatement only and shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION VI. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3- 1, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on said declaration. SECTION VII. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s/ Eugene Ladewski Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. James Scarpone, a representative of Ludwick Graphics, made the presentation for the resolution. He indicated it was the Ludwick's 75th anniversary of continuing business in South Bend. He indicated this was a locally owned company, and they intend to add more equipment to their commercial printing business, in order to stay competitive. Council Member Kelly made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Zakrzewski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to combine public hearing on the next two resolutions, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 RESOLUTION NO. 2237 -95 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 THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LAFAYETTE BLVD. AND BRONSON STREET AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A TEN YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR DESIGN PACKAGING, 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 the Southeast corner of Lafayette and Bronson, and which is more particularly described as follows: That part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 37 North, Range 2 East, Portage Township, City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana which is described as: Tract 2 of the Plat of "Studebaker corporation Replat" as Recorded in Plat Book 11, page 184 the records of the St. Joseph County, Indiana Recorder's Office; thence South 89 48' 29" West along the south line of said Tract and the north right -of -way line of Tutt Street, 172.63 feet (Record S. 89 50122" West, 172.44 feet) to the West line of said Tract and the east right -of- way line of Lafayette Blvd.; thence North 00 10' 41" West along said right -of- way line 765.22 feet (Record, North 00 12' 10" West, 764.97 feet) to the North line of said Trace and the south right -of -way line of Bronson Street; thence S. 89 10' 55" East along said right -of -way line, 172.26 feet (Record, South 00 12' 29" East, 172.38 feet) to the northeast corner of said Tract; thence South 00 12' 28" East, 764.35 feet) to the Point of Beginning. Containing 3.0231 acres or 131,687 square feet. and which has Key Number 18 3041 1558 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. 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; 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. REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 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 hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of ten (10) 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 the Mayor. /s/ Eugene Ladewski Member of the Common Council RESOLUTION NO. 2238 -95 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 THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LAFAYETTE BLVD. AND BRONSON STREET AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR DESIGN PACKAGING, INC. WHEREAS, a petition for personal property tax abatement consideration has been filed with the Common Council of the City of South Bend, requesting that the area commonly known as Southeast corner of Lafayette and Bronson Street, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: That part of the Southwest Quarter of Section 12, Township 37 North, Range 2 East, Portage Township, City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana which is described as: Tract 2 of the Plat of "Studebaker corporation Replat" as Recorded in Plat Book 11, page 184 the records of the St. Joseph County, Indiana Recorder's Office; thence South 89 48' 29" West along the south line of said Tract and the north right -of -way line of Tutt Street, 172.63 feet (Record S. 89 50122" West, 172.44 feet) to the West line of said Tract and the east right -of- way line of Lafayette Blvd.; thence North 00 10' 41" West along said right -of- way line 765.22 feet (Record, North 00 12' 10" West, 764.97 feet) to the North line of said Trace and the south right -of -way line of Bronson Street; thence S. 89 10' 55" East along said right -of -way line, 172.26 feet (Record, South 00 12' 29" East, 172.38 feet) to the northeast corner of said Tract; thence South 00 12' 28" East, 764.35 feet) to the Point of Beginning. Containing 3.0231 acres or 131,687 square feet. and this property has Key Numbers 18 3041 -1558, 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 Section 2 -76 et seq.; and 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 pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5, that: (a) the estimate of the cost of the new manufacturing equipment is reasonable for equipment of that type; (b) the estimate of the number of individuals that will be employed or whose employment will be retained by the Petitioner can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; (c) the estimate of the annual salaries of those individuals who will be employed or whose employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new equipment; (d) any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; and (e) the totality of benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction requested. RREGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed new manufacturing equipment can be reasonably expected to yield the benefits identified in the State of Benefits as set forth in Section 1 through 3 of the Petition for Personal Property Tax Abatement Consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form completed by the Petitioner, said form being prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5. SECTION III. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Department of Economic Development, and the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee's favorable recommendation, that the area herein described be designated as Economic Revitalization Area for purposes of personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION IV. The Common Council determines that such designation is for personal property tax abatement only and shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION VI. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3- 1, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on said declaration. SECTION VII. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. 4:,1- Eugene Ladewski ber of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on these bills and recommended them to the Council favorable. David Weisman, attorney, made the presentation for the bills. He indicated the petitioner planned to construct a new facility for office, manufacturing and warehousing, as well as purchase new equipment for assembly and marking of containers, a new printing press, bailer, two forklifts, and miscellaneous other equipment. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2237 -95, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2238 -95, seconded by Council Member Kelly. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2239 -95 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND COMMONLY KNOWN AS 445 NORTH SHERIDAN AVENUE, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE (5) YEAR PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR BOLIDEN METECH, INC. WHEREAS, a petition for personal property tax abatement consideration has been filed with the Common Council of the City of South Bend, requesting that the area commonly known as 445 N. Sheridan, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: A tract of land in the southwest 1/4 of Section 4, Township 37 North, Range 2 East located in Portage Township, City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the West line of Sheridan Avenue (80 foot right -of -way) 420.19 feet North (assumed bearing) of the of the North line of Linden Avenue (80 foot right -of -way) which point is also 307 feet West and 460.19 feet North of the southeast corner of said Southwest 1/4 of Section 4; thence Northerly along said West line of Sheridan Avenue 673.22 feet to the Southerly right -of- away line of the Consolidated Rail Corporation (formerly the New York Central Railroad); then North 79 18' 30" West along said Southerly right -of -way line of the Consolidated Rail Corporation 429.83 feet; then south 00 08' 15" West 749.04 feet to a point 418.30 feet North 00 03' 15" East of the North line of Linden Avenue; thence East perpendicular to the West line of Sheridan Avenue 370.56 feet to the point of beginning, containing 6.268 acres, more or less. and this property has Key Numbers 18 8006 0288, 18 8002 0115, 18 8006 0282, 18 8006 028201, 18 8006 0285, 18 8006 028501, 18 8002 0116, be designated as an Economic Revitalization Area under the provisions of Indiana Code 6 -1,1- 12.1 -1 et seg., and South Bend Municipal Code Section 2 -76 et seg.; and 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 sea., 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 REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 Council has reviewed said report and recommended to the Common Council that the area qualifies as an Economic Revitalization Area. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby determines and finds pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5, that: (a) the estimate of the cost of the new manufacturing equipment is reasonable for equipment of that type; (b) the estimate of the number of individuals that will be employed or whose employment will be retained by the Petitioner can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; (c) the estimate of the annual salaries of those individuals who will be employed or whose employment will be retained can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new equipment; (d) any other benefits about which information was requested are benefits that can be reasonably expected to result from the proposed installation of new manufacturing equipment; and (e) the totality of benefits is sufficient to justify the deduction requested. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed new manufacturing equipment can be reasonably expected to yield the benefits identified in the State of Benefits as set forth in Section 1 through 3 of the Petition for Personal Property Tax Abatement Consideration and that the Statement of Benefits form completed by the Petitioner, said form being prescribed by the State Board of Accounts, are sufficient to justify the deduction granted under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -4.5. SECTION III. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Department of Economic Development, and the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee's favorable recommendation, that the area herein described be designated as Economic Revitalization Area for purposes of personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION IV. The Common Council determines that such designation is for personal property tax abatement only and shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION V. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years. SECTION VI. The Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of the adoption of this Declaratory Resolution to be published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3- 1, said publication providing notice of the public hearing before the Common Council on said declaration. SECTION VII. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s/ Eugene Ladewski Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on these bills and recommended them to the Council favorable. Ernest Szarwark, attorney, made the presentation for the bills. He indicated the petitioner planned to purchase new equipment to improve dust control, reduce particulate emissions, improve productivity and upgrade environmental controls. He indicated the company currently pulverizes scrap product. Council Member Washington made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. BILLS, FIRST READING BILL NO. 23 -95 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3402 LINCOLNWAY WEST, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA This bill had first reading. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to refer this bill to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 24 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, VACATING THE FIRST EAST -WEST ALLEY NORTH OF E. OHIO STREET FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTH CARROLL STREET TO THE WEST RIGHT -OF- WAY LINE OF SOUTH COLUMBIA STREET FOR A WIDTH OF 14 FEET AND A LENGTH OF APPROXIMATELY 198 FEET; AND FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTH COLUMBIA STREET TO THE WEST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF SOUTH FELLOWS STREET FOR A WIDTH OF 14 FEET AND A LENGTH OF APPROXIMATELY 198 FEET; ALSO, COLUMBIA STREET FROM THE NORTH RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF EAST OHIO STREET TO THE SOUTH RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF EAST SAMPLE STREET FOR A WIDTH OF APPROXIMATELY 20 FEET AND A LENGTH OF APPROXIMATELY 278 FEET. 346 REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 1995 PARTS SITUATED IN KIRBY'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA This bill had first reading. Council Member Luecke 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 May 22, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 25 -95 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST EAST /WEST ALLEY NORTH OF W. CALVERT ST. FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF S. PHILLIPA ST. TO THE WEST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF THE FIRST NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY EAST OF S. PHILLIPA ST. FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 120 FEET AND A WIDTH OF APPROXIMATELY 12 FEET. PART SITUATED IN SOUTH BEND INDUSTRIAL ADDITION IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA This bill had first reading. Council Member Luecke 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 May 22, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 26 -95 A BILL AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 21, ZONING, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS AMENDED, BY ADDING ZONING REGULATIONS ADDRESSING GAMBLING GAMES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES This bill had first reading. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to refer this bill to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 27 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 6 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE ADDRESSING TAX ABATEMENT PROCEDURES This bill had first reading. Council Member Kelly made a motion to refer this bill to the Community and Economic Development Committee, and set it for public hearing and third reading on May 22, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Council Member Luecke made a motion to set Bill No. 21 -95 for public hearing and third reading on May 22 and refer it to the Zoning and Annexation Committee There being no further business to come before the Council unfinished or new, Council Member Luecke made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. ATTEST: `-i v' 7)aely -vim City Clerk ATTEST: