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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-09-94 Council Meeting MinutesBe 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 9, 1994, 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 April 11 and 16th meetings of the Council and found them correct. Therefore, we recommend the same be approved. /s/ Ann Puzzello /s/ Gene Ladewski Council Member Coleman made a motion that the minutes of the April 11, and 16th, meetings of the Council be accepted and placed on file, seconded by Council Duda. The motion carried. SPECIAL BUSINESS RESOLUTION NO. 2119 -94 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, ENDORSING THE PROGRAM "THIS IS MY NEIGHBORHOOD: NO SHOOTING ALLOWED" WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, acknowledges that a partnership of individuals and organizations throughout our community is supporting the program entitled "This is my Neighborhood: No Shooting Allowed ", and WHEREAS, that under the guidance of the Honorable Jeanne Jourdan, Judge of the St. Joseph Superior Court, many businesses, including St. Joseph Medical Center, Memorial Hospital of South Bend, Valley American Bank, the United Religious Community, WSBT, WNDU, the South Bend Silver Hawks, the South Bend Police Department, Cindy Eastman, Chairperson of Leadership XX, the teachers of the South Bend Community School Corporation, St. Joseph County Bar Association, and countless other concerned citizens have donated their time and resources to the programs; and WHEREAS, on May 4, 1994, in the Century Center, a multi - dimensional art project of 6th grade students of the South Bend Community School Corporation was unveiled along with over 250 photographs provided by nearly 500 5th graders; and WHEREAS, May 18, 1994, WSBT will broadcast live a program dealing with topics of children and violence with audience participation and a gun exchange program to take place at Potowatomi Park that day; and WHEREAS, May 22, 1994 will be "This is my Neighborhood' Mp Shooting Allowed Day" at the Coveleski Stadium where free admission will be given to all children ages 12 and under who turn in a toy gun; and WHEREAS, the South Bend Common Council endorses "This is my Neighborhood: No Shooting Allowed" as a permanent program in the City of South Bend, Indiana. NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved 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, hereby endorses and proudly supports the program commonly known as "This is My Neighborhood: No Shooting Allowed ". Section II. The Council THANKS all of the many corporate and individual sponsors who have taken leadership positions in spearheading the program "This is my Neighborhood: No Shooting Allowed ", and in particular, Judge Jeanne Jourdan. Section III. The Common Council urges all residents of our community to participate in all of the planned projects to take place in this month, and to take positive and constructive action in curbing crime and violence in each of their neighborhoods. 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 Cleo Washington, 2nd District Roland Kelly, 3rd District Ann Puzzello, 4th District Linas Slavinskas, 5th District Thomas Zakrzewski, 6th District Sean Coleman, At Large Loretta Duda, At Large Eugene Ladewski, At Large Attest: Approved by me, Joseph E. Kernan, the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana, United States of America, this 9th day of May, 1994. Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk Joseph E. Kernan, Mayor A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Members Luecke and Washington made the presentation. Council Member Luecke indicated this resolution recognizes a group of people who decided they were going to do something to change the trend of violence in our community. Council Member Washington indicated we are thankful to all who have taken the time to try and rid our streets and neighborhoods of guns. They read the resolution. Judge Jeanne Jourdan thanked the Council for the recognition. She indicated that over 6,000 students have been reached in class rooms this week. She indicated the South bend Police Department and the Bar Association were to be commended for their work on this project. Cindy Eastman, Chairperson of Leadership XX, thanked the Council and every one involved. Gwen Stein, South Bend Community School Corporation, and Larry Dwyer, United Religious Community, thanked the Council. Police Chief Marciniak spoke in favor of this bill and commended every one involved in the program. Council Member Kelly 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. 2120 -94 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING CORPORAL THOMAS LESZCZ, CAPTAIN BRUCE MICHALOS, CAPTAIN JAMES GADACZ AND FIREFIGHTER TOM ADAMI FOR THEIR HEROIC PUBLIC SAFETY ACTIONS. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, recognizes that members of the South Bend Police Department are dedicated to providing quality public service for all of our City residents; and WHEREAS, often, there are times when members of both of these departments perform heroic actions in performing their daily public safety duties; and WHEREAS, on April 2, 1944, there was a house fire at 734 Elmer Street, where a City resident was trapped in her home; and WHEREAS, three (3) members of the South Bend Fire Department placed their own lives in danger when they successfully rescued this individual from her burning residence, and a member of the South Bend Police Department immediately perform CPR on her. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED 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, hereby publicly commends, on behalf of all the residents of the City, the following individuals for their heroic public safety efforts performed on April 2, 1994: Corporal Thomas Leszcz of the South Bend Police Department Captain Bruce Michalos of the South Bend Fire Department Captain James Cadacz of the South Bend Fire Department Firefighter Tom Adami of the South Bend Fire Department Section II. The South Bend Common Council commends each of these individuals and the department of which they work for the progressional services which they provide on a daily basis to our community, for which we are truly grateful. Section III. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. Stephen Luecke, 1st District Cleo Washington, 2nd District Roland Kelly, 3rd District Ann Puzzello, 4th District Attest: Linas Slavinskas, 5th District Thomas Zakrzewski, 6th - ,District Sean Coleman, At Large Loretta Duda, At Large Eugene Ladewski, At Large Approved by me, Joseph E. Kernan, the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana, United States of America, this 9th day of May, 1994. Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk Joseph E. Kernan, Mayor A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Ladewski made the presentation for the resolution. He read the resolution, and presented a copy to Officer Leszcz. Fire Chief Taylor and Police Chief Marciniak spoke in favor of the resolution. Council Member Luecke 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. 2121 -94 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING CAPTAIN DAVID YODER AND SENIOR ENGINEER RONALD SIMONS OF THE SOUTH BEND FIRE DEPARTMENT FOR THEIR HEROIC PUBLIC SAFETY ACTIONS WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, recognizes that members of the South Bend Fire Department are dedicated to providing quality public service for all of our City residents; and WHEREAS, the Council recognizes that firefighters are trained to react in emergency situations to provide the best possible service; and WHEREAS, on April 8, 1994, two (2) members of the South Bend Fire Department were called upon to provide service to a distraught individual just before he would have gone over the dam behind Century Center; and WHEREAS, Captain David Yoder and Senior Engineer Ronald Simons rescued the individual just before he would have gone over the dam behind Century Center; and WHEREAS, these two (2) dedicated paramedics and firefighters performed heroic actions against treacherous water and swift currents; and WHEREAS, in the words of Battalion Chief Michael Wegenka of the Divers' Rescue "They got to him a few feet from the edge of the dam. It was a great rescue!" Now, Therefore, be it resolved by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: Section I. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, hereby publicly commends, on behalf of all the residents of the City of South Bend, the following individuals of the South Bend Fire Department for their heroic public safety actions performed on April 8, 1994: Captain David Yoder Senior Engineer Ronald Simons Section II. The Common Council commends both of these dedicated firefighters for their heroic deeds and tenacity for successfully rescuing a distraught individual from the swift currents of the St. Joseph River. Section III. The Common Council believes that Captain Yoder and Senior Engineer Simons and just two (2) of the many individuals of the South Bend Fire Department who are true role models for the youth and citizens of our community. Section IV. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. Stephen Luecke, 1st Distr Linas Slavinskas, 5th District Cleo Washington, 2nd District Thomas Zakrzewski, 6th District Roland Kelly, 3rd District Ann Puzzello, 4th District Attest: Sean Coleman, At Large Loretta Duda, At Large Eugene Ladewski, At Large Approved by me, Joseph E. Kernan, the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana, United States of America, this 9th day of May, 1994. Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk Joseph E. Kernan, Mayor A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Duda made the presentation for the resolution. She read the resolution and presented a copy of each firefighter. Fire Chief Taylor indicated this rescue demonstrated the need for the training these men received in river rescue. Council Member Kelly made a motion adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Washington. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 21294 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, DECLARING THE WEEK OF MAY 9, 1994, AS PUBLIC SERVICE RECOGNITION WEEK. WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, recognizes that throughout our country there will be celebrations and ceremonies honoring government workers during "Public Service Week "; and WHEREAS, events are planned by Federal State, local agencies around our country, for these workers who are the backbone of our governments; and WHEREAS, governmental workers include astronauts, custodians, accountants, secretaries, park rangers, police officers, firefighters, attorneys, military members, park department workers, street department workers, utility workers, elected officials, and countless other dedicated individuals; and WHEREAS, governmental workers at all levels of government have accepted the challenge to provide the best and highest quality of service to their communities by creating a governmental system which "work better and cost less "; and WHEREAS, the Common Council believes it is a fitting and proper message to continue to set a clear vision for not only our Country's future, but also our Country's and City's future, as we continue to address our communities problems and improve the quality of life. Now, therefore, be it resolved 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, hereby declares the week of May 9, 1944 as "Public Service Recognition Week" in South Bend, Indiana. Section II. The Common Council recognizes that many, many unsung heros who work on a day by day basis at all levels of government for the betterment of our community, and our Country. Section III. The Common Council challenges all citizens of the City of South Bend to participate in this week of recognition and ask all government workers to continue to set an example for our residents to emulate. Section IV. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after it adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. Stephen Luecke, 1st District Cleo Washington, 2nd District Roland Kelly, 3rd District Ann Puzzello, 4th District Attest: Linas Slavinskas, 5th District Thomas Zakrzewski, 6th District Sean Coleman, At Large Loretta Duda, At Large Eugene Ladewski, At Large Approved by me, Joseph E. Kernan, the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana, United States of America, this 9th day of May, 1994. Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk Joseph E. Kernan, Mayor A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Puzzello made the presentation for the bill. She read the resolution. Council Member Coleman made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Zakrzewski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. Council President Puzzello announced that Susan Cameron and Carolyn Ecker were appointed to the Animal Control Commission. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICES Fire Chief Taylor presented a booklet to the Council covering the past 5 years and future expectations for growth in the Fire Department. 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 on May 9, at 8:20 p.m., with eight members present. Chairman Kelly presiding. BILL NO. 45 -94 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE SALE OF PARK PROPERTY. 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 Washington reported that the Parks and Recreation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Ron O'Connor, Fiscal Officer, made the presentation for the bill. He indicated the Park Board determined this land at Elbel Golf Course is not longer needed for park purposes and recommended the sale of this 3.8 acres of land. Council Member Luecke made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried. A BILL AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA TO ISSUE ITS MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (THE POINTE AT ST. JOSEPH PROJECT), ISSUE OF 1994, SERIES A, B, C AND D IN THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $12,920,485.57 AND APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING OTHER ACTIONS IN RESPECT THEREOF. 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 Washington reported that the Zoning and Annexation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Council Member Luecke made a motion to accept the substitute bill on file with the City Clerk, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. Kenneth Fedder, attorney for the Economic Development Commission, made the presentation for the bill. He indicated that the owners of Pointe at St. Joseph want to refinance this project, in order to take advantage of lower interest rates. He indicated with the refinancing they would save approximately $110,000 a year. Council Member Luecke made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, as amended, 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 Washington. The motion carried. ATTEST: ATTEST: 4� 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 8:20 p.m. Council President Puzzello presiding, and eight members present. BILL. THIRD READING ORDINANCE NO. 8498 -94 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE SALE OF PARK PROPERTY. This bill had third reading. Council Member Luecke 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. 8499 -94 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA TO ISSUE ITS MULTIFAMILY HOUSING REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS (THE POINTE AT ST. JOSEPH PROJECT), ISSUE OF 1994, SERIES A, B, C AND D IN THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING $12,920,485 AND APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING OTHER ACTIONS IN RESPECT THEREOF. This bill had third reading. Council Member Luecke made a motion to amend this bill, as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried. Council Member Luecke made a motion to pass this bill, as amended, seconded by Council Member Kelly. The bill passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 2124 -94 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 840 PRAIRIE AVENUE, SOUTH BEND TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A TEN (6) YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR MATTHEW R. DEE EXPANSION 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 840 840 Prairie Ave., and which is particularly described as follows: Parcel Number Three (3) in the Inner Belt Industrial Park, a subdivision in the Southeast and Southwest Quarters of Section 11 and the Northeast Quarter of Section 14, all in Township 37 North, Range 2 East of the Second Principal Meridian, City of South Bend, Indiana, the plat of which is recorded in Plat Book 21, page I in the Office of the Recorder of St. Joseph County, Indiana, excepting therefrom the West 30 feet of the East 40 feet of Vacated Prairie Avenue. with said real estate having the following Key No. 25- 1013 -0218 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 /Ann Puzzello Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Kenneth Fedder, attorney, made the presentation. He indicated United Beverage was planning to construct a $607,000 addition to the property, which will be the seventh addition, however, this would be the first tax abatement. He indicated fifteen new jobs will be created. Council Member Kelly 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. 2123 -94 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING A PETITION OF THE SOUTH BEND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4321 S. MICHIGAN, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 46615. WHEREAS, Indiana Code Section 36 -7 -4 -918.6 requires the Common Council to give notice pursuant to Indiana Code Section 5- 14 -1.5 -5 of its intention to consider Petitions from the Board of Zoning Appeals for approval or disapproval; and WHEREAS, the Common Council must take action within thirty (30) days after the Board of Zoning Appeals makes its recommendation to the Council; and WHEREAS, the Common Council is required to make a determination in writing on such requests pursuant to Indiana Code Section 36 -7 -4- 918.4; WHEREAS, the South Bend Board of Zoning Appeals has made a recommendation, pursuant to applicable state law; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS: Section I. The Common Council has provided notice of the hearing on the petition from the Board of Zoning Appeals, pursuant to Indiana Code Section 5- 14 -1.5- 5, requesting that a special exception be granted for the property located at: 4321 S. Michigan, South Bend IN 46615 in order to permit parking in a Residential district and a variance from the required 25 foot front set back to 15 foot for parking. Section II. Following a presentation by the Petitioner, and after proper public hearing, the Common Council hereby approves the Petition of the South Bend Board of Zoning Appeals, a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. Section III. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana hereby finds that: 1. The approval will not be injurious to the public health, safety, morals and general welfare of the community; 2. The use and value of the area adjacent to the property included in the special exception will not be affected in a substantially adverse manner; 3. The need for the special exception arises from specific conditions peculiar to the property involved; 4. The strict application of the terms of the Zoning Ordinance will constitute an unnecessary hardship if applied to the property for which this special exception is sought; and 5. The approval does not interfere substantially with the Comprehensive Plan adopted by the City of South Bend. Section IV. Approval is subject to the Petitioner complying with the reasonable conditions established by the Board of Zoning Appeals which are on file in the office of the City Clerk. Section V. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s/ Ann Puzzello Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Washington reported that the Zoning and Vacation Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Robert Lee 1098 Jefferson Road, indicated he and a partner and they wanted to pave an existing parking lot behind 4321 S. Michigan. Council Member Kelly made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Washington. The bill passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes. Council Member Luecke made a motion to combine public hearing on the next two resolutions, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 212,4-94 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 4320 RALPH JONES COURT TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A TEN (10) YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR BHD PROPERTIES, LLC 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 4320 Ralph Jones Court, South Bend IN, and which is particularly described as follows: A parcel of land in the northeast quarter of Section 21, Township 38 North, Range 2 East, of German Township, St. Joseph County Indiana and described as follows: Commencing at the center of said Section 21; thence North 88 53136" East, 450.58 feet; thence North 00 56157" West, 1660.16 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing North 00 56'57" West, 350.00 feet; thence North 88 53136" East, 877.01 feet; thence South 00 56'57" East, 366.66 feet; thence South 88 53136" West, 394.20 feet Southwesterly along a curve to the right, 18.36 feet, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of South 23 36121" West, and a distance of 18.78 feet; thence Southwesterly along a curve to the left, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of South 15 49'50" West, and a distance of 34.64 feet; thence South 89 09121" West, 80.00 feet; thence Northwesterly along curve to the left, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of North 17 43'37" West, and a distance of 34.64 feet thence Northwesterly along a curve to the right, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of North 17 36'18" West, and a distance of 34.88 feet; thence South 88 53136" West. 365.00 feet to the Point of Beginning and containing 7.3514 acres, more or less, and contains 2 lots numbered 20 and 11, and is subject to all rights -of -way, easements, restrictions and or covenants of record. with said real estate having the following Key No. 25- 1013 - 0211.08 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 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 /Ann Puzzello Member of the Common Council REGULAR MEETING MAY 9, 1994 RESOLUTION NO. 212-94 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 4320 RALPH JONES COURT TO BE AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A FIVE YEAR PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR DEARBORN CRANE & ENGINEERING CO. 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 4320 Ralph Jones Court, South Bend IN, and which is particularly described as follows: A parcel of land in the northeast quarter of Section 21, Township 38 North, Range 2 East, of German Township, St. Joseph County Indiana and described as follows: Commencing at the center of said Section 21; thence North 88 53136" East, 450.58 feet; thence North 00 56157" West, 1660.16 feet to the Point of Beginning; thence continuing North 00 56157" West, 350.00 feet; thence North 88 53'36" East, 877.01 feet; thence South 00 56157" East, 366.66 feet; thence South 88 53136" West, 394.20 feet Southwesterly along a curve to the right, 18.36 feet, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of South 23 36121" West, and a distance of 18.78 feet; thence Southwesterly along a curve to the left, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of South 15 49150" West, and a distance of 34.64 feet; thence South 89 09121" West, 80.00 feet; thence Northwesterly along curve to the left, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of North 17 43137" West, and a distance of 34.64 feet thence Northwesterly along a curve to the right, having a radius of 60.00 feet, subtended by a chord, having a bearing of North 17 36118" West, and a distance of 34.88 feet; thence South 88 53136" West. 365.00 feet to the Point of Beginning and containing 7.3514 acres, more or less, and contains 2 lots numbered 20 and 11, and is subject to all rights -of -way, easements, restrictions and or covenants of record. with said real estate having the following Key No. 18 1013 0211.08 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. 1 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 /Ann Puzzello Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. John Brinkle, 52011 Farmington Square, Granger, made the presentation. He indicated they planned to build an overhead crane manufacturing facility costing approximately $700,000 and equip the facility at a cost of $250,000. Council Member Ladewski spoke in favor of the resolution. He made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 2126 -94, seconded by Council Member Washington. The resolution passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes. Council Member Kelly made a motion to to pass Resolution No. 2127 -94, seconded by Council Member Duda. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight ayes. RESOLUTION NO. 212$ -94 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF MAIN AND BROADWAY, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF A TEN YEAR REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR RICHARD ALLEN 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 Northeast corner of Main and Broadway, South Bend, Indian, and which is more particularly described as follows: That part of the Northwest Quarter of Section 13, Township 37, North, Range 2 East, Portage Township, which is described as: Lots 17, 18, 19 and 20 of the recorded Plat of "Stull "s Third Addition to the City of South Bend" as shown in Plat Book #6, on Page #109 in the records of the St. Joseph County, Indiana Recorder's Office and being more particularly described as: Beginning at the Southwest Corner of Lot 20 of the recorded Plat of "Stull's Third Addition to the City of South Bend" as shown in Plat Book #6, on Page #109 in the records of the St. Joseph County, Indiana Recorder's Office, said point also being the intersection of the East right -of -way line of Broadway Street; thence N 00 degrees 19'52" W along said East line 264.24 Ft. (Record, 264.0 ft.) to the Northwest corner of Lot 17 in said Subdivision; thence N 89 degrees 30102" E along the North line of said Lot, 165.70 ft. (Record 165.75 Ft.) to the West right -of -way line of a 14 ft. public alley and the Northeast corner of said Lot 17; thence S. 00 degrees 17'54" E along said West line 264.50 ft. (Record 264.0 ft.) to the North right -of -way line of Boradway Street and the Southeast corner of said Lot 20; thence S 89 degrees 35'32" W. along the South line of said Lot and North right -of -way line, 165.55 ft. (Record, 165.75 ft.) to the Point of beginning. and which has Key Number 18 8004 0209 through 18- 8004 -0215 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. 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. G. That the area is located in an Economic Development Target Area designated as such under Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -7. SECTION III. The Common described redevelopment or benefits identified in the of the Petition for Real Pri of Benefits form prescribed the deduction granted under Council hereby determines and finds that the proposed rehabilitation can be reasonably expected to yield Statement of Benefits set forth as Sections I through II :)perty Tax Abatement Consideration and that the Statement by the State Board of Accounts are sufficient to justify Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -3. SECTION IV. The Common Council hereby accepts the report and recommendation of the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee that the area herein described be designated an Economic Revitalization Area and hereby adopts a Resolution designating this area as an Economic Revitalization Area for purposes of real property tax abatement. SECTION V. The designation as an Economic Revitalization Area shall be limited to two (2) calendar years from the date of the adoption of this Resolution by the Common Council. SECTION VI. The Common Council hereby qualified for and is granted property tax d, SECTION VII. The Common Council directs adoption of this Declaratory Resolution published pursuant to Indiana Code 5 -3 -1 publication providing notice of the public proposed confirming of said declaration. determines that the property owner is :duction for a period of ten (10) years. the City Clerk to cause notice of the for Real Property Tax Abatement to be and Indiana Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -2.5, said hearing before the Common Council on the 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/ Ann Puzzello Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Richard Allen, petitioner, made the presentation for the bill. He indicated he was planning to build a 1600 square foot facility, at a cost of approximately $230,000, that will be multi -use, i.e., office, warehousing, light manufacturing. Council Member Washington 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. 94 -42 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1702 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY, INC. Council Member Luecke made a motion to strike this resolution, at the request of the petitioner, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried. RESOLUTION NO. 2129 -94 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND COMMONLY KNOWN AS 1702 W. WASHINGTON, AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT FOR MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY, 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 1702 W. Washington, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described as follows: PARCEL I: A lot or parcel of Land in the City of South Bend, located in the East Half of the Northeast Quarter of Section Number Ten (10, Township Number Thirty -seven (37) North, Range Number Two (2) East, bounded by a line running as follows, viz: Beginning at a point in the South line of West Washington Avenue 7.58 feet West from a point where the West line of College Street extended South would intersect the South line of said West Washington Avenue thence South 208 feet; thence West 395.87 feet; thence North 208 feet to the South line of Washington Avenue, thence East along the South line of Washington Avenue a distance of 395.87 feet to the place of beginning. PARCEL II: Also, beginning at a point in the South line of West Washington Avenue 7.58 feet West from a point where the West line of College Street extended South would intersect the South line of Washington Avenue and being at the Northeast corner of the above described tract; thence South along the East line of the above described tract 293.6 feet to an iron stake; thence East 19.69 feet, more or less, to the Southwest corner of a tract of land conveyed to the South Bend Wholesale Drug Company by deed recorded in Deed Record 333 page 336; thence North 293.6 feet, more or less, to a point in the South line of West Washington Avenue 20 feet East of the place of beginning; thence West 20 feet to the place of beginning, subject, however, to a perpetual easement of right of way in common with the Grantees at all times and for all purposes over the following real estate for the use and benefit of the South Bend Drug Co., Inc. A part of the East Half (1/2) of the Northeast Quarter (1/4 of Section Ten (10) Township Thirty -seven (37) North, Range Two (2) East, described as follows: Beginning at a point on the South line of Washington Avenue which is 389.87 feet West to a point which is 7.58 feet West from the West line of College Street extended South to the South line of Washington Avenue; Thence due South 133.5 feet; thence Easterly 321.3 feet to a point 130.3 feet due South from the South line of Washington Avenue; thence in a Southeasterly direction 102 feet to an iron stake, which iron stake is 208 feet due South from Washington Avenue; thence North 46.2 feet; thence in a Northwesterly direction 80.3 feet to a point 100.3 feet due South from the South line of Washington Avenue; thence Westerly 305.6 feet to a point due South 103.5 feet from the South line of Washington Avenue, thence North 103.5 feet to a point on the south line of Washington Avenue which is 30 feet East of the place of beginning thence West 30 feet to the place of beginning. 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 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/ Ann Puzzello Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Ernest Szarwark, attorney made the presentation for the bill. He indicated this company was interested in acquiring two new welding machines for use in their current facility. He indicated with the new machines two new jobs will be created, as well as maintaining 75 existing jobs. Council Member Washington made 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. 21 94 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SUBMIT TO THE UNTIED STATES GOVERNMENT, DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION) AN APPLICATION FOR A PLANNING ASSISTANCE GRANT UNDER SECTION 302(A) OF THE PUBLIC WORKS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1965, AS AMENDED. WHEREAS, the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana, is the Chief Executive Officer of the City and is the applicant for a Planning Assistance Grant under Section 302(a) of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows: SECTION I. That the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana, is hereby authorized to submit a grant application to the United States Department of Commerce (Economic Development Administration) for planning assistance under the 302(a) program of the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965, as amended. SECTION II. That the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, hereby requests that the mayor submit the 302(a) Planning Assistance Grant Application to the Common Council for review and comment prior to the date upon which the 302(a) Planning Assistance Grant Application must be filed with the Economic Development Administration. SECTION III. That for every activity, project, or program to be funded under this resolution, the Mayor shall submit to the Common Council an appropriation ordinance prior to expenditure of any Economic Development Administration Grant funds received upon approval of this application. SECTION IV. That the Mayor shall be authorized to accept and affirm the grant award should be made. SECTION V. That the City's Department of Community and Economic Development be designated as the City of South Bend's administrating agency and office. SECTION VI. That this resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. /s/ Ann Puzzello Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council Member Kelly reported that the Community and Economic Development Committee had met on this bill and recommended it to the Council favorable. Pam Meyer, Planning and Neighborhood Development, made the presentation. She indicated this will allow the City to submit an application for a planning grant of $37,500 to assist in the preparation of an economic development revitalization plan for a targeted area of the community. Council Member Washington made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Kelly. The motion carried on a roll call vote of eight ayes. BILLS, FIRST READING BILL NO. 48 -94 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, ESTABLISHING A CUMULATIVE CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT FUND. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Personnel and Finance Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on May 23, seconded by Council Member Duda. BILL NO. 49 -94 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE ALLEY TO BE VACATED IS DESCRIBED AS THE FIRST EAST -WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF E. PLEASANT ST. FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF S. TWENTY- SEVENTH ST. TO THE WEST RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF THE FIRST INTERSECTING NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY EAST OF S. TWENTY- SEVENTH ST. FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 155 FEET AND A WIDTH OF APPROXIMATELY 14 FEET. PART LOCATED IN TWIN CITY REALTY SUBDIVISION OF LOT C IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman 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 23, seconded by Council Member Duda . BILL NO. 50 -94 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 802 -810 LINCOLNWAY WEST, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried BILL NO. 51 -94 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1129 HICKORY ROAD IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried BILL NO. 52 -94 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, ANNEXING TO AND BRINGING WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CERTAIN LAND IN GERMAN TOWNSHIP CONTIGUOUS THEREWITH; FRANCES C. HALEY PETITION. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Zoning and Annexation Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on May 23, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 53 -94 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA APPROVING PARKING RATES FOR PARKING GARAGES OPERATED BY THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Personnel and Finance Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on May 23, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 54 -94 A BILL APPROPRIATING $37,000.00 FROM THE MORRIS CIVIC AUDITORIUM IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURCHASING ADMINISTRATIVE EQUIPMENT AND PERFORMING VARIOUS REPAIRS AT THE MORRIS CIVIC AUDITORIUM. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Personnel and Finance Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on May 23, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 55 -94 A BILL APPROPRIATING $1,080,000 WITHIN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS OF THE LOCAL ROADS AND STREETS FUNDS. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman 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 23, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 56 -94 A BILL APPROPRIATING $243,300 WITHIN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS OF THE WASTEWATER FUND FOR VARIOUS IMPROVEMENTS. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Utilities Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on May 23, seconded by Council Member Washington. The motion carried. BILL NO. 57 -94 A BILL AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 21, ZONING, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS AMENDED, BY ADDING A NEW "BP" BUSINESS PARK DISTRICT, AND MAKING CERTAIN OTHER RELATED REVISIONS. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Zoning and Annexation Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on June 13, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. BILL NO. 58 -94 A BILL AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 21, ZONING, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS AMENDED, BY ADDING TO AND MAKING CERTAIN OTHER REVISIONS TO THE ZONING ORDINANCE. This bill had first reading. Council Member Coleman made a motion to refer this bill to the Zoning and Annexation Committee and set it for public hearing and third reading on June 13, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Council Member Coleman made a motion to set Bill nos. 18, 19, 20, 21 and 30 -94 for public hearing and third reading on May 23, and refer them to the Zoning and Annexation Committee, seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion carried. NEW BUSINESS Council Member Coleman indicated he felt the City should work to develop the property around the Opelika Building. There being no further business to come Member Coleman made a motion to adjourn, carried and the meeting was adjourned at ATTEST: City Clerk before the Council unfinished or new, Council seconded by Council Member Duda. The motion 9:50 p.m.