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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-22-95 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 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, May 22, 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, Slavinskas, Zakrzewski, Coleman, Duda, and Ladewski Absent: None REPORT FROM THE SUB - COMMITTEE ON MINUTES To the Common Council of the City of South Bend: The sub - committee has inspected the minutes of the May 8, meeting of the Council and found them correct. Therefore, we recommend the same be approved. Eugene vLnadkw // Lee aski Council Member Coleman made a motion that the minutes of the May 8, meeting be accepted and placed on file, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. SPECIAL BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 2240 -95 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 Coleman made a motion to hear this resolution later in the meeting when Coach Lightfoot arrives, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICES Don Fozo, Superintendent of the Building Department, gave a report on their every day operation. He indicated that including the County, their territory was 427 square miles; they issued 12,900 permits. He indicated each new home will receive at least eight inspections; they have 11 full time inspectors, who made 41,300 inspections in 1994. He indicated in 1994 they had 1,236 licensed contractors and 38 new applicants have now been tested. He indicated they also handled the zoning for the City of South Bend. Council Member Luecke made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Coleman. 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 7:13 p.m., with nine members present. Chairman Washington presiding. BILL NO. 6 -95 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT LOT 5, JOHN CARROLL SECOND MINOR, MAYFLOWER ROAD IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND 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 Slavinskas made a motion to accept he substitute bill on file with the City Clerk, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. Council Member Slavinskas reported that the Zoning and Annexation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. John Byorni, Area Plan, indicated the petitioner was requesting a zoning change from "C" commercial to "D" light industrial to allow the construction of mini warehouses. He described the surround area. He reported that Area Plan had no recommendation. Mitchell Heppenheimer, attorney, representing the land owner as well as the petitioner, made the presentation for the bill. He indicated this project calls for six units to be built in phases, two at a time; each unit will have 37 bays. He indicated they will operate between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 5:30 P.M., with no evening access; the entire area will be fenced; there will be no Utilities to the bays the only lighting will be for security. He indicated they believed that miniwarehouses was the best use for this property. Jean Turner, 179 Summit read three statements from residents - Kathy Bujeker, Kevin Plonka, and Stan Wisniewski - who are opposed to the zoning. She indicated she was the only one who received notice from Area Plan. She said they tried to rezone this property back in 1978 to light industrial. She indicated she was against this zoning due to devaluation of her residence. Joe Weissfuss, 5215 Hazelwood Ct., and Lula Hall; spoke against this zoning. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council unfavorable, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried. BILL NO. 21 -95 A BILL AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 21, ZONING, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS AMENDED, DELETING AND REPLACING ARTICLE 7, REZONING PROCEDURES AND BY ADDING TO AND MAKING CERTAIN OTHER REVISIONS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE 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 Slavinskas REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 1995 reported that the Zoning and Annexation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. John Byorni, Area Plan, indicated the bill was initiated by Area Plan, which would allow the Area Plan staff to approve final site plans. He indicated the site plans could be processed more efficiently if the staff had authority to approve them. He indicated that final site plan approval was more or less cut and dried. David Weisman, attorney for the Area Plan Commission, indicated that 990 of all of the site plan approvals are routine. Council Member Coleman made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Slavinskas. 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 June 12, at the request of the petitioner, seconded by Council Member Washington. 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. PARTS SITUATED IN KIRBY'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, 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 Puzzello reported that the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Council Member Ann Kolata, Redevelopment Director, made the presentation for the bill. She indicated they were petitioning, along with New Hope Missionary Baptist Church, to vacate some alleys and a portion of Columbia Street. She indicated this vacation was necessary to allow the expansion of the Church within the block. Council Member Luecke made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Washington. 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 being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Council Member Puzzello reported that the Public Works and Property Vacation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. John McNamara, County Surveyor, made the presentation for the bill. He indicated he was representing Habitat for Humanity, and they were requesting this vacation in order to make two buildable lots 60 foot wide. He indicated they alley has never been used. June Wesell, 1718 S. Phillipa, indicated they owned five lots adjacent to this property, and she asked for a six foot strip of land on the north. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Coleman. 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 Council Member Coleman made a motion to continue this bill until June 12, at the request of the petitioner, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried. Council Member Luecke made a motion to rise and report to the Council, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. ATTEST: ATTEST: 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 8:19 p.m. Council President Ladewski presiding, and nine members present. REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 1995 ution 95 -31 at this time, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion ed on a roll call vote of nine ayes. UTION NO. 2240 -95 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 Whereas, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, enthusiastically acknowledges that the Bethel Pilots Basketball Team won the NAIA Division II National championship by a score of 103 to 95 in Nampa, Idaho; and Whereas, the Common Council is proud to further acknowledge that the Bethel Pilots finished the season with a record of 38 wins and only 2 loses, having set a �-ollege School record with 16 straight victories; and Whereas, the City of South Bend salutes Coach Mike Lightfoot and his entire :oaching and managing staff along with all of the young men on the Bethel Pilots Basketball Team for their fantastic team effort and excellence both on and off the :ourt; and Whereas, the 1994 -1995 Varsity Basketball Team included from South Bend: Chad ohnson, Von Gilbert, Rico Swanson, Jody Goralski, Charles Harris, and other team embers; Eric Hostetler, Sam Obermeyer, Randy Romer, Mike Miller, Mike McBride, Mark alloway, Jeff Hobson, Jeff Clay, Mike Large, Jeff Zurcher, Jon Berger, Matt Wilson, ason Groves, Eli Welch; Manager Alan Grzeskowiak; Athletic Secretary Nancy Snell, ssistant Coaches Scott LaPlace and Todd Gongwer and JR. Varsity Coaches Robby renkert and Chris Hess; and Whereas, Coach Lightfoot's career record is now 235 victories and 65 loses and with the NAIA Division II Championship, the Bethel College Basketball Class of 1995 includes Mark Galloway, Jody Goraki, Sam Obermeyer, Mike McBride, and Chad Joston as having all played on three (3) National Championships including two (2) NCCAA Championship Squads in 1992 and 1993; and Whereas, the Bethel College victory over Northwest Nazarene on March 14, 1995 capped a storybook ending for the entire team, most of whom have grown up in the South Bend and Michiana area. Now, therefore, be it ordained by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: Section I. On behalf of all of the citizens of the City of South Bend, Indiana, the Common Council hereby publicly commends the Bethel College Basketball Team proudly known as the "Bethel Pilots" for winning the NAIA Division II National Championship by a score of 103 to 95. Section II. The Common Council further commends Bethel Coach Mike Lightfoot and his entire Coaching Staff along with all of the individual members on the Bethel College Basketball Team for not only their athletic ability on the basketball court, but also for their excellence as individuals off the court and being proven role models to men and women of all ages. Section III. The Common Council is proud to salute Bethel College, the Bethel Pilots and all of the friends and families of the young men who have worked so hard in bringing a National Championship home of our community. We salute each and every one of you and hereby proclaim the week of May 8, 1995 as "Bethel Pilots National Championship Week in South Bend, Indiana ". Section IV. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. Stephen Luecke, 1st District Linas Slavinskas, 5th District Cleo Washington, 2nd District Thomas Zakrzewski, 6th District Roland Kelly, 3rd District Sean Coleman, At Large Ann Puzzello, 4th District Attest: Loretta Duda, At Large Eugene Ladewski, At Large Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk Joseph E. Kernan, Mayor Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand, City Attorney A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Coleman read the resolution and presented it to Coach Mike Lightfoot. Coach Lightfoot thanked the Council as well as the City of South Bend. He said this was more than just a Bethel College championship, it belonged to the community because these are local kids. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Slavinskas. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. BILLS, THIRD READING BILL NO. 6 -95 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT LOT 5, JOHN CARROLL SECOND MINOR, MAYFLOWER ROAD IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND This bill had third reading. Council Member Luecke made a motion to defeat this bill, seconded by Council Member Duda. The bill was defeated by a vote of six ayes and three nays (Council Members Puzzello, Slavinskas and Ladewski.) ORDINANCE NO. 8596 -95 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 21, ZONING, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS AMENDED, DELETING AND REPLACING ARTICLE 7, REZONING PROCEDURES AND BY ADDING TO AND MAKING CERTAIN OTHER REVISIONS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE This bill had third reading. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Washington. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 8597 -95 AN ORDINANCE 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. PARTS SITUATED IN KIRBY'S ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA This bill had third reading. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Washington. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 8598 -95 AN ORDINANCE 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 third reading. Council Member Duda made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Kelly. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes. ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE THE FOLLOW SCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST EAST /WEST ALLEY NORT W. CALVERT ST. FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF HILLIPA ST. TO THE WEST RIGHT -OF- WAY LINE OF THE T NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY EAST OF S. PHILLIPA FOR A CE OF APPROXIMATELY 120 FEET AND A WIDTH OF APP R ELY 12 FEET. PART SITUATED IN SOUTH BEND I TRIAL A N IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA This bill ha hird reading. Council Member Duda made a mo to pas this bill, seconde Council Member Kelly. The bill passed by a roll call vot nine ayes. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 2241 -95 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2820 VIRIDIAN DRIVE, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, 46628, TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE YEAR PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR MACK TOOL & ENGINEERING, INC. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 2820 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 21133" East 293.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. with said real estate having the following Key Nos. 25 1010 040029, as an Economic Revitalization Area; and WHEREAS, notice of the adoption of a Declaratory Resolution and the public hearing. before the Council has been published pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5; and WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing for the purposes of hearing all remonstrances and objections from interested persons; and WHEREAS, the Council has determined that the qualifications for an economic revitalization area have been met. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as an Economic Revitalization Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Personal property tax abatement only and is limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years, and further determines that the petition complies with Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend and Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et sect. 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. Melvin Hartz, owner of Mack Tool, made the presentation. He indicated they were purchasing additional equipment in order to stay competitive in the market. He said they were celebrating their seventh anniversary tomorrow and thanked the Council for their past abatements that allowed t hem to continue to grow. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Washington. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2242 -95 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 5681 W. CLEVELAND RD. TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A SIX YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR M/W L.L.C. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 5681 W. Cleveland, South Bend IN, and which is 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 with said real estate having the following Key No. 25- 1018- 061610 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 seg. SECTION III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 1995 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. Robert Wosny, a representative of M/W L.L.C., made the presentation for the bill. He indicated they were planning to build a 24,000 square foot addition. He indicated they had received an abatement less than a year ago for machinery which has allowed us to grow. 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 nine ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2243 -95 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 650 N. WILBER STREET TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE YEAR PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR LUDWICK GRAPHICS, INC., AND ITS AFFILIATE, LUDWICK LEASING GROUP WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 650 N. Wilber St., South Bend IN, and which is 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. with said real estate having the following Key Numbers 18 1053 2270, 18 1053 2269; 18 1053 2272; 18 1053 2273; 18 1039 1704; 18 1029 1683, as an Economic Revitalization Area; and WHEREAS, notice of the adoption of a Declaratory Resolution and the public hearing before the Council has been published pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5; and WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing for the purposes of hearing all remonstrances and objections from interested persons; and WHEREAS, the Council has determined that the qualifications for an economic revitalization area have been met. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as an Economic Revitalization Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Personal property tax abatement only and is limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years, and further determines that the petition complies with Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend and Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et seg. 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. 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, and on behalf of the company he wanted to express their appreciation for this abatement. 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 nine ayes. Council Member Luecke made a motion to combine public hearing on the next two resolutions, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 2244 -95 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LAFAYETTE BLVD. AND BRONSON STREET TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A TEN YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR DESIGN PACKAGING, INC. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as the Southeast corner of Lafayette Blvd. and Bronson St., and which is particularly described as follows: REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 1995 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 50'22" 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. with said real estate having the following Key No. 18- 3041 -1558 an Economic Revitalization Area; and WHEREAS, notice of the adoption of a Declaratory Resolution and the public hearing before the Council has been published pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5; and WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing for the purposes of hearing all remonstrances and objections from interested persons; and WHEREAS, the Council has determined that the qualifications for an economic revitalization area have been met. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as an Economic Revitalization Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Real property tax abatement only and is limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Real property tax deduction for a period of ten (10) years, and further determines that the petition complies with Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend and Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 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 RESOLUTION NO. 2245 -95 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF LAFAYETTE BLVD. AND BRONSON STREET TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR DESIGN PACKAGING, INC. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as , South Bend IN, and which is 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 50'22" 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. with said real estate having the following Key No. 18 3041 1558, as an Economic Revitalization Area; and WHEREAS, notice of the adoption of a Declaratory Resolution and the public hearing before the Council has been published pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5; and WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing for the purposes of hearing all remonstrances and objections from interested persons; and REGULAR MEETING WHEREAS, the Council has determined revitalization area have been met. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Indiana, as follows: MAY 22, 1995 that the qualifications for an economic Common Council of the City of South Bend, SECTION I. The Common Council hereby confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as an Economic Revitalization Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Personal property tax abatement only and is limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years, and further determines that the petition complies with Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend and Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 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. 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 and equip a new facility for office, manufacturing and warehousing. Council Member Washington made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2244 -95, seconded by Council Member Zakrzewski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. Council Member Kelly made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2245 -95, seconded by Council Member Washington. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2246 -95 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 445 NORTH SHERIDAN AVENUE, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE YEAR PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR BOLIDEN METECH, INC. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has adopted a Declaratory Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization Areas for the purpose of tax abatement consideration; and WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as , South Bend IN, and which is 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. with said real estate having the following Key No. 18 3041 1558, as an Economic Revitalization Area; and WHEREAS, notice of the adoption of a Declaratory Resolution and the public hearing before the Council has been published pursuant to Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5; and WHEREAS, the Council held a public hearing for the purposes of hearing all remonstrances and objections from interested persons; and WHEREAS, the Council has determined that the qualifications for an economic revitalization area have been met. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. The Common Council hereby confirms its Declaratory Resolution designating the area described herein as an Economic Revitalization Area for the purposes of tax abatement. Such designation is for Personal property tax abatement only and is limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of adoption of the Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION II. The Common Council hereby determines that the property owner is qualified for and is granted Personal property tax deduction for a period of five (5) years, and further determines that the petition complies with Chapter 2, Article 6, of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend and Indiana Code 6 -1.1 -12.1 et seg. REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 1995 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. Ernest Szarwark, attorney, made the presentation for the bills. He indicated the petitioner planned to purchase new equipment to improve productivity and upgrade environmental controls. Council Member Duda made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2247 -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 3900 WEST WILLIAM RICHARDSON DRIVE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A SIX YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR ABSORBTECH, LLC 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 3900 West William Richardson Drive, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: 20 acres of land off the East end of the South Half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 21, Township 38 North, Range 2 East excepting therefrom the following: A part of the South Half of the Northwest Quarter of Section 21, Township 38 North, Range 2 East, St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows: Beginning on the South line of said quarter Section South 88 a57' 48" West 160.62 feet from the Southwest corner of said Quarter Section; thence south 88 57' 48" West 501.97 feet along said South line to the Southwest corner of the owner's land; thence North 0 52' 00" West 221.16 feet along the West line of the owner's land; thence Southeasterly, 548.23 feet along an arc to the right having a radius of 4.718.66 feet and subtended by a long chord having a bearing of South 67 13' 54" EAst and a length of 547.92 feet to the point of beginning. and which has Key Number 25 1012 0198 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 REGULAR MEETING MAY 22, 1995 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 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 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 resolution and recommended it to the Council favorable. Council Member Kelly made a motion to amend the bill, as on file with the City Clerk's office, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. Peter Trybula, attorney, made the presentation for the resolution. He indicated Absorbtech is another environmental friendly company, they are in the business of industrial laundering with a process of capturing fluids that can be safety disposed of and not put in a landfill. He indicated they were building in the Blacktorn development and will create 23 permanent jobs. Council Member Duda made a motion adopt this resolution, as amended, seconded by Council member Coleman. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. RESOLUTION 95 -38 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA APPROVING AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA AND THE SOUTH BEND COMMUNITY SCHOOL CORPORATION CONCERNING THE DISSOLUTION OF THE SOUTH BEND RECREATION COMMISSION AND RELATED MATTERS Council Member Luecke made a motion to continue public hearing on this bill until June 12, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. RESOLUTION 95 -39 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND ADOPTING AND APPROVING A HISTORIC PRESERVATION PLAN Council Member Slavinskas made a motion to continue public hearing on this bill until June 12 „ seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. BILL NO 95 -40 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AUTHORIZING THE SOUTH BEND HOUSING AUTHORITY TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR SECTION 8 CERTIFICATES AND VOUCHERS Due to lack of a presenter, Council Member Luecke made a motion to continue this resolution until June 12, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 2248 -95 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CONCERNING THE ACQUISITION BY LEASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT ESSENTIAL TO THE OPERATIONS OF THE CITY Whereas, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, has determined that a true and very reaL need exists for the acquisition of the Equipment described in the Master Equipment Lease ( "Lease Agreement ") between 1st Source Bank ( "Lessor ") and the City of South Bend, Indiana ( "Lessee ") presented to the Common Council at the meeting of the Common Council on the date noted hereinbelow; and Whereas, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana has determined that the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend, Indiana has taken the necessary legal steps, including satisfaction of any legal bidding requirements, under Indiana law to arrange for the acquisition of the Equipment. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA as follows: 1. That the terms of said Lease Agreement are in the best interests of the City of South Bend, Indiana for the acquisition of such equipment, and the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana designates and confirms the following persons to execute and deliver, and to witness the execution and delivery, respectively, the Lease Agreement and any related documents necessary to the consummation of the transactions contemplated by the Lease Agreement. Party to Execute Lease Agreement: Party to attest to the Execution John E. Leszczynski of Lease: Angela K. Jacobs "President.; Board of Public -Works Clerk, Board of Public Works reasonably anticipated amount of qualified tax - exempt obligations which have been and !will be issued by the City of South Bend, Indiana does not exceed $10,000,000 for the calendar year within which this Lease Agreement is to be a "tax exempt obligation" 'pursuant to Section 265(b) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. 3. 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, Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Jeff Rinard, Deputy Controller, made the presentation for the resolution. He indicated this was the first time the Council has been asked to approve this type of lease /purchase. He indicated that in 1995 they are looking at a lease /purchase of $1,500,000, and will be working with 1st Source to put together a package that meets all legal and practical considerations. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried on a roll call vote of nine ayes. BILLS, FIRST READING BILL NO. 28 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AMENDING CHAPTER 19, ARTICLE 3, SECTION 19 -53 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE ADDRESSING BOATING AND LIMITED WATERSKIING ACTIVITIES This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to set this bill for June 12 and refer it to the Park Committee, seconded by Council Member Luecke. The motion carried. BILL NO. 29 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING MONIES WITHIN THE ZOO ENDOWMENT FUND TO BE USED FOR CAPITAL PROJECTS AND /OR IMPROVEMENTS AT THE POTAWATOMI ZOO, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA FOR THE YEAR 1995 This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to set this bill for June 12 and refer it to the Park Committee, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 30 -95 A BILL AMENDING CHAPTER 21, ARTICLE 6.5, SECTION 21.117.2 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA CONCERNING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION This bill had first reading. Council Member Slavinskas made a motion to refer this bill to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried. BILL NO. 31 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING $240,000.00 FROM THE PARK MAINTENANCE FUND (FUND NO. 201) This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to set this bill for June 12 and refer it to the Park Committee, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 32 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING $10,500 FROM HAZ /MAT FUND (FUND #289) FOR THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT This bill had first reading. Council Member Zakrzewski made a motion to set this bill for June 12 and refer it to the Health and Public Safety Committee, seconded by Council Member Puzzello. The motion carried. BILL NO. 33 -95 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROPRIATING $235,000 FROM EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND (FUND #288) FOR THE REHABILITATION OF EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION OF EXHAUST SYSTEMS This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to set this bill for June 12 and refer it to the Health and Public Safety Committee, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Council Member Puzzello made a motion to set Bill No. 23 -95 for public hearing and third reading on June 12, and refer it to the Zoning and Annexation Committee, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR Jim Cierzniak, 1156 E. Victoria, spoke regarding a consultant fee of $12,500 paid by the city to tell them that we need the County Option Tax. Council Member Luecke reported that Keller Park has playground equipment for the disabled, thanks to the Park Department and the residents who raised money for this equipment. J � There being no further business to come before the Council unfinished or new, Council Member Washington made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Coleman. The motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 9:07 p.m. ATTEST: City Clerk ATTEST: