HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-09-87 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING MARCH 9, 1987
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, March 9, at 7:00 p.m. The
meeting was called to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given.
ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Braboy, Puzzello, Taylor,
Beck, Zakrzewski, Barcome, Paszek, Voorde and
Serge
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 February 23, meeting of the
Council and found them correct.
Therefore, we recommend the same be approved.
/s/ Beverlie J. Beck
/s/ Al Paszek
/s/ Joseph Serge
Council Member Taylor made a motion that the minutes of the February 23, meeting of
the Council be accepted and placed on file, seconded by Council Member Barcome. The
motion carried.
SPECIAL BUSINESS
RESOLUTION NO. 1477 -87 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING HAROLD BRAZIER FOR HIS
OUTSTANDING ATHLETIC ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND MANY
CONTRIBUTIONS TO OUR COMMUNITY
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, acknowledges
that Harold Brazier holds the Junior Welterweight Division Title of The North
American Boxing Federation; and
WHEREAS, Harold Brazier won the boxing title in October of 1986 and defended and
retained the title on February 28, 1987; and
WHEREAS, Harold Brazier is a native of South Bend, Indiana, and a graduate of
Riley High School; and
WHEREAS, he is married, the father of four (4) children and a member of Faith
Baptist Church; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council believes that Harold Brazier exemplifies the high
standards and qualities which have made him an excellent role model for the youth of
our nation and especially the youth of our community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, as follows:
SECTION I. On behalf of all of the citizens of South Bend, Indiana, the Common
Council hereby publicly commends Harold Brazier for winning and retaining the Junior
Welterweight Division Title of the North American Boxing Federation.
SECTION II. The Common Council believes that Harold Brazier's outstanding
athletic achievements and personal contributions have brought honor to both him and
his community.
SECTION III. The Common Council believes that the hard work and dedication of
Harold Brazier make him an excellent role model to our youth and we wish him
continued success in the years ahead.
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.
/s/ Joseph T. Serge
Member of the Common Council
/s/ Eugenia Braboy
Member of the Common Council
/s/ Beverlie J. Beck
Member of the Common Council
/s/ Ann B. Puzzello
Member of the Common Council
/s/ Robert G. Taylor
Member of the Common Council
/s/ Thomas Zakrzewski
Member of the Common Council
/s/ James V. Barcome
Member of the Common Council
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/s/ Al Paszek
Member of the Common Council
/s/ John Voorde
Member of the Common Council
Council Member Braboy read the resolution and presented it to Harold Brazier.
Council Member Voorde made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council
Member Zakrzewski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
REPORTS
Council Member Voorde indicted that the Zoning and Vacation Committee had met on
Bill nos. 121, 138- 86,and 4 -87. He indicated 121 and 4 received a favorable
recommendations, and 138 -86 received no recommendation.
Council Member Puzzello indicated that the Public Safety Committee had met on Bill
No. 8 -87, and recommended it favorably, as amended.
Council Member Braboy indicated that the Human Resources Committee had met on
resolutions 87 -8, 87 -22 and 87 -21. She indicated that 8 and 22 received favorable
recommendations, and 87 -21 would be continued until March 23.
Council Member Barcome made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole,
seconded by Council Member Taylor. 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 March 9, at 7:08 p.m., with nine members present.
Chairman Puzzello presiding.
BILL NO. 121 -86 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1025
E. CALVERT STREET, IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents
and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Michael Dantz, from Area Plan,
gave the staff report which favorably recommended this zoning. Council Member Beck
made the presentation for the bill. She indicated this zoning legalized an already
exiting usage of the property. She indicated this home has always been a duplex.
Council Member Barcome made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council
favorably, seconded by Council Member Paszek. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 138 -86 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE
1700 BLOCK OF EAST RANDOLPH STREET IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents
and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mike Dantz, of Area Plan, gave
the staff report, which recommended this zoning favorably. Council Member Beck made
a motion to accept the substitute bill on file with the City Clerk, seconded by
Council Member Taylor. The motion carried. Council Member Beck made the
presentation for the bill. She indicated the property was owned by Reith Riley, and
purchased by Bamar Plastics. She indicated Bamar was notified that it was going to
be rezoned. She indicated the property was presently zoned "E" Industrial and this
is not the zoning that should be in a residential neighborhood. Don Richards, 1717
Robinson, spoke in favor of this rezoning. Tim Hartzer, attorney representing Bamar
Manufacturing, is interested in expanding its business. He indicated that Bamar's
present building is located on "D" Light Industrial. He indicated Bamar has been
interested in this property for several years. He indicated that they were aware
that th4e zoning process was underway, however, due to a two month continuance in
Area Plan they did not receive another notice. He indicated the zoning has been
amended and does not include the entire parcel, however, they wanted to expand on
the entire site. Barry Lee, 2301 Topsfield Road, indicated they have been
negotiating for the purchase of this land for approximately seven years. He
indicated they needed to expand their business in South Bend, due to the fact that
they have closed their Little Rock, Arkansas operation. Ralph Johnson, 630 E.
Fairview; Dave Hoeflinger, 1801 S. Robinson; and James Cronk, 702 E. LaSalle, spoke
in opposition to this zoning. Council Member Taylor made a motion to recommend this
bill to the Council favorably, as amended, seconded by Council Member Braboy.
Council Member Voorde made a motion to recess, seconded by Council Member Paszek.
The motion carried and the meeting was recessed at 7:45 p.m., and reconvened at 7:55
p.m. The favorable recommendation passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
BILL NO. 4 -87 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3501
EAST JEFFERSON BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents
and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Michael Dantz, from Area Plan,
gave the staff report, which was favorable. Susanne Hanson, attorney, made the
presentation for the bill. She indicated Holy Cross Health Systems, planned to
continue to use this building as office space. She indicated there would be
ETING MARCH 9, 1987
approximately six employees working out of this building. Council Member Barcome
made a motion to accept the substitute bill on file with the City Clerk, seconded by
Council Member Taylor. The motion carried. Council Member Beck made a motion to
recommend this bill to the Council favorably, as amended, seconded by Council Member
Serge. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 14 -87 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST
EAST -WEST ALLEY NORTH OF MISHAWAKA AVENUE, RUNNING EAST FROM
SOUTH 25TH STREET, FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 128 FEET, TO
THE FIRST NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY EAST OF SOUTH 25TH STREET, RUNNING
NORTH FROM MISHAWAKA AVENUE.
Council Member Serge made a motion to strike this bill, seconded by Council Member
Voorde. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 15 -87 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST
EAST -WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF WAYNE STREET EXTENDING WEST FROM THE
WEST LINE OF ST. PETERS STREET TO THE EAST LINE OF ST. LOUIS
STREET, BEING IN COTTRELL'S FIRST ADDITION TO THE TOWN OF LOWELL,
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA; ALSO, THE FIRST
NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF ST. PETERS STREET EXTENDING SOUTH FROM
THE SOUTH LINE OF WAYNE STREET TO THE NORTH LINE OF THE FIRST
INTERSECTING EAST -WEST ALLEY, BEING IN COTTRELL'S FIRST ADDITION
TO THE TOWN OF LOWELL, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY,
INDIANA.
Council Member Serge made a motion to continue public hearing on this bill until
March 23, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 8 -87 A BILL AMENDING CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED LICENSES AND CHAPTER 5
ENTITLED ANIMALS AND FOWL OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE.
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 Voorde made a
motion to accept the substitute bill on file with the City Clerk, seconded by
Council Member Beck. The motion carried. Michael Vance, City Controller, made the
presentation for the bill. He indicated this bill will designate the St. Joseph
County Humane Society to issue licenses on their premises in the City's name. He
indicated the City has issued dog licenses for many years, but feels the Humane
Society is in a better position to issue the licenses because of their contact with
the animal owners. He indicated this upgraded level of licensing would insure
greater compliance with the ordinance and with health and safety requirements
concerning dog vaccinations, etc. He indicated the passage of this bill will allow
the City to better control the dog population. Ralph Johnson, 630 E. Fairview; Ken
Donnelly, 2605 Frederickson; Pat Meeks, 1141 E. Calvert, spoke in favor of this
bill. Council Member Serge made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council
favorably, as amended, seconded by Council Member Barcome. The motion carried.
There being no further business to come before the Committee of the Whole, Council
Member Serge made a motion to rise and report to the Council, seconded by Council
Member Taylor. The motion carried.
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REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend reconvened in the
Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the County -City Building at 8:15 p.m.
Council President Serge presiding and nine members present.
BILLS. SECOND READING
ORDINANCE NO. 7732 -87 LOCATEDNATC1025EE. CALVERTZ STREET, RINN THE CITY PROPERTY
CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass this
bill, seconded by Council Member Beck. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine
ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 7733 -87 LOCATEDN IN THEM1700NBLOCK ZONING ORDINANCE FOR
RANDOLPH STREET PROPERTY
IN
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to amend this
bill, as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Taylor.
The motion carried. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to pass this bill, as
amended, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of
nine ayes.
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ORDINANCE NO. 7734 -87 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 3501 EAST JEFFERSON BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to amend this
bill, as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Braboy.
The motion carried. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass this bill, as
amended, seconded by Council Member Paszek. The bill passed by a roll call vote of
nine ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 7735 -87 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 4 ENTITLED LICENSES AND
CHAPTER 5 ENTITLED ANIMALS AND FOWL OF THE SOUTH BEND
MUNICIPAL CODE.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to amend this
bill, as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Braboy.
The motion carried. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass this bill, as
amended, seconded by Council Member Paszek. The bill passed by a roll call vote of
nine ayes.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 1478 -87 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY COMMONLY
KNOWN AS 2901 SOUTH MAIN AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION
AREA FOR PURPOSES OF REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT.
WHEREAS, a petition for real property tax abatement consideration has been filed
with the Common Council of the City of South Bend, requesting that the area commonly
known as 2901 S. Main, South Bend, Indiana, and which is more particularly described
by a line drawn as follows:
Lots 84 through 96 both inclusive Oakside 3rd addition to the city of South
Bend.
be designated as an Economic Revitalization Area under the provisions of Indiana
Code 6 -1.1- 12.1 -1, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the Redevelopment Commission 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 has further prepared maps and plats showing the
boundaries and such other information as required by law of the area in questions;
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. That 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 II. That this designation shall be limited to five (5) calendar years
from the date of the adoption of this resolution by the Common Council.
SECTION III. That the Common Council directs the City Clerk to cause notice of
the adoption of this resolution to be published, said publication providing notice
of the public hearing before the Common Council on said declaration.
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.
/s /Joseph T. Serge
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. William Madlin, president
of Aerolite, indicated they were planning to revamp this building in order to build
truck frames and bodies. He indicated the building was in bad shape and major
renovations were needed. He indicated sixty new jobs will be created. Ralph
Johnson, 630 E. Fairview, spoke in favor of this abatement. Council Member Taylor
made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Puzzello. The
resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
Council Member Beck made a motion to combine public-hearing on the next two
resolutions, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1479 -86 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2920 SAMPLE STREET TO BE
AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF REAL
PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT.
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend has adopted a Declaratory
Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization
Areas for purpose of tax abatement consideration; and
WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 2920
Sample Street and more particularly described by a line drawn as follows:
Situate in St. Joseph County, in the State of Indiana
A lot or parcel of land in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest quarter of
Section Fifteen (15), Township Thirty -seven (37) North, Range Two (2) East,
described as follows, to -wit: Beginning on the South line of Sample Street in
the City of South Bend, Indiana, at a point 330 feet East and 35 feet South of
the Northwest corner of said Section 15; thence East along the south line of
Sample Street 400 feet;thence south a distance of 536.78 feet more or less to
the Northerly right of way line of the New Jersey, Indiana and Illinois
Railroad; thence Southwesterly along said Northerly right of way line of the New
Jersey, Indiana and Illinois Railroad 437.58 feet more or less to a point due
South of the place of beginning; thence North 714.1 feet more or less to the
place of beginning.
ALSO, a lot or parcel of land in the northwest Quarter of Section Fifteen (15),
Township Thirty -seven (37) North, Range Two (2) East in the City of South Bend,
St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as beginning 35 feet South and 165 feet
East of the Northwest Corner of Section 15, Township 37 North, Range 2 East,
which beginning point is on the South line of Sample Street; thence East
(bearing assumed) 165 feet along the South lines of said Sample Street; thence
South zero degrees 04 minutes West 714.01 feet to the Northerly right of way
line of the New Jersey, Indiana and Illinois Railroad right of way; thence South
65 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds West 251.6 feet along said Northerly right of
way; thence North zero degrees 02 minutes 50 seconds East 587.24 feet to a point
229 feet South and 65 feet West of place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees
50 minutes 50 seconds East 65 feet; thence north zero degrees 02 minutes 50
seconds East 229 feet to place of beginning.
EXCEPTING THEREFROM, a parcel of land being a part of the Northwest quarter of
Section Fifteen (15), Township thirty -seven (37) North, range two (2) east in the
City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Starting at a point 35 feet South and 165 feet East of the Northwest corner of
Section 15, Township 37 North, Range 3 East which point is on the South line of
East Sample Street; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 50 seconds West, 229 feet
to the true point of beginning for this description; thence continuing as an
extension to the last described line South 0 degrees 2 minutes 50 seconds to the
Northerly right of way line of the Norfolk and Western Railroad (N.J.I. and I.
R. R.); thence South 65 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds West in a Southwesterly
direction along the railroad right of way to a point which is 109.4
northeasterly as measured on said railroad right of way from the West line of
Section 15, Township 37 North, Range 2 East; thence North 0 degrees 2 minutes 50
seconds East, 487.24 feet to a point (which point is 264 feet South and 100 feet
East of the Northwest corner of said Section 15); thence North 89 degrees 50
minutes 50 seconds East, 65 feet to the point of beginning.
Subject to legal highways.
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. That 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 five (5) calendar years from the date of adoption of the
Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council.
SECTION II. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor.
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REGULAR MEETING MARCH 9 1987
/s /Joseph T. Serge
Member of the Common Council
RESOLUTION NO. 1480 -87 A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF A DECLARATORY
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 2920 SAMPLE STREET TO BE
AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREA FOR PURPOSES OF
PERSONAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT.
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend has adopted a Declaratory
Resolution designating certain areas within the City as Economic Revitalization
Areas for purpose of tax abatement consideration; and
WHEREAS, a Declaratory Resolution designated the area commonly known as 2920
Sample Street and more particularly described by a line drawn as follows:
Situate in St. Joseph County, in the State of Indiana
A lot or parcel of land in the Northwest Quarter of the Northwest quarter of
Section Fifteen (15), Township Thirty -seven (37) North, Range Two (2) East,
described as follows, to -wit: Beginning on the South line of Sample Street in
the City of South Bend, Indiana, at a point 330 feet East and 35 feet South of
the Northwest corner of said Section 15; thence East along the south line of
Sample Street 400 feet;thence south a distance of 536.78 feet more or less to
the Northerly right of way line of the New Jersey, Indiana and Illinois
Railroad; thence Southwesterly along said Northerly right of way line of the New
Jersey, Indiana and Illinois Railroad 437.58 feet more or less to a point due
South of the place of beginning; thence North 714.1 feet more or less to the
place of beginning.
ALSO, a lot or parcel of land in the northwest Quarter of Section Fifteen (15),
Township Thirty -seven (37) North, Range Two (2) East in the City of South Bend,
St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as beginning 35 feet South and 165 feet
East of the Northwest Corner of Section 15, Township 37 North, Range 2 East,
which beginning point is on the South line of Sample Street; thence East
(bearing assumed) 165 feet along the South lines of said Sample Street; thence
South zero degrees 04 minutes West 714.01 feet to the Northerly right of way
line of the New Jersey, Indiana and Illinois Railroad right of way; thence South
65 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds West 251.6 feet along said Northerly right of
way; thence North zero degrees 02 minutes 50 seconds East 587.24 feet to a point
229 feet South and 65 feet West of place of beginning; thence North 89 degrees
50 minutes 50 seconds East 65 feet; thence north zero degrees 02 minutes 50
seconds East 229 feet to place of beginning.
EXCEPTING THEREFROM, a parcel of land being a part of the Northwest quarter of
Section Fifteen (15), Township thirty -seven (37) North, range two (2) east in the
City of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows:
Starting at a point 35 feet South and 165 feet East of the Northwest corner of
Section 15, Township 37 North, Range 3 East which point is on the South line of
East Sample Street; thence South 0 degrees 2 minutes 50 seconds West, 229 feet
to the true point of beginning for this description; thence continuing as an
extension to the last described line South 0 degrees 2 minutes 50 seconds to the
Northerly right of way line of the Norfolk and Western Railroad (N.J.I. and I.
R. R.); thence South 65 degrees 59 minutes 50 seconds West in a Southwesterly
direction along the railroad right of way to a point which is 109.4
northeasterly as measured on said railroad right of way from the West line of
Section 15, Township 37 North, Range 2 East; thence North 0 degrees 2 minutes 50
seconds East, 487.24 feet to a point (which point is 264 feet South and 100 feet
East of the Northwest corner of said Section 15); thence North 89 degrees 50
minutes 50 seconds East, 65 feet to the point of beginning.
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. That 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 five (5) calendar years from the date of adoption of the
Declaratory Resolution by the Common Council.
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SECTION II. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor.
/s/ Joseph T. Serge
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolutions at this time. Eric Petersen, Chairman
of the Board of Petersen Printing, indicated his company was experiencing the need
for larger operating facilities, as well as newer technological equipment. He
indicated their professional personnel, traditional commitment to superior quality
and flexible techniques has enable them to prosper and grow. He indicated their
growth can only be made through continued capital improvements. Council Member
Voorde made a motion to adopt, Resolution No. 1479 -87, seconded by Council Member
Barcome. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes. Council
Member Zakrzewski made a motion to adopt Resolution No. 1480 -87, seconded by Council
Member Paszek. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
BILL NO. 87 -17 A RESOLUTION RELATIVE TO THE MODIFICATION OF THE BOUNDARY OF THE
ENTERPRISE ZONE IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
Council Member Beck made a motion to strike this resolution, seconded by Council
Member Taylor. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 87 -17 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND
DESIGNATING CERTAIN AREAS WITHIN THE CITY COMMONLY KNOWN AS
329 - 331 -333 S. MICHIGAN STREET AN ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREAS
FOR PURPOSES OF REAL PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT.
Council Member Puzzello made a motion to continue public hearing until March 23,
seconded by Council Member Barcome. The motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 1481 -87 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, RECONFIRMING THE PERIOD OF DEDUCTIONS
APPROVED FOR THE DESIGNATIONS OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES
PREVIOUSLY QUALIFYING AS ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION AREAS
FOR PURPOSES OF PROPERTY TAX ABATEMENT
WHEREAS, pursuant to I.C., 6 -1.1- 12.1 -1 et seg, and local ordinance regulations,
the Common Council has reviewed various petitions requesting personal and /or real
property tax abatement; and
WHEREAS, proper notice with regard to the necessary Declaratory Resolutions and
Confirming Resolutions as well as reports from the Department of Economic
Development and the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee have been
completed pursuant to applicable provisions of Sections 2 -76 through 2 -79 of the
Municipal Code of the City of South Bend; and
WHEREAS, discussions have taken place between the City of South Bend and the
Auditor's Office of St. Joseph County whereby it was agreed that a reconfirming
resolution should be appropriate in order to clarify the periods of deductions
previously authorized for certain property tax abatements.
WHEREAS, the following resolution carries out that objective.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council if the City of South Bend,
Indiana, as follows:
SECTION I. The Common Council hereby reconfirms the following areas previously
designated as Economic Revitalization Areas for purposes of real and /or personal
property tax abatement and reconfirms the periods of time authorized for deductions:
(1) a. Owner: W. Thomas and Margaret K. Peck
b. Property Address: 3302 W. Rosetta Drive
South Bend, IN 46628
c. Council Resolution No. 1227 -84 adopted 11 -19 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(2) a. Owner: Crescent Realty Corporation
b. Property Address: 316 E. Monroe
South Bend, IN 46601
C. Council Resolution No. 1156 -84 adopted 6 -11 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(3) a. Owner: Crowe, Chizek and Company
b. Property Address: 330 E. Jefferson
South Bend, IN 46601
c. Council Resolution No. 1197 -84 adopted 9 -10 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
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(4) a. Owner: J & G Realty and Insurance Company
b. Property Address: 844 South Rush
South Bend, IN 46618
C. Council Resolution No. 1182 -84 adopted 8 -13 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(5) a. Owner: Trust No. 30560 1st Source
b. Property Address: 844 South Rush
South Bend, IN 46618
C. Council Resolution No. 1182 -84 adopted 3 -26 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(6) a. Owner: Brademas Enterprises
b. Property Address: 418 -423 North Michigan
South Bend, IN 46601
c. Council Resolution No. 1159 -84 adopted 6 -11 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(7) a. Owner: L.D.D. Realty
b. Property Address: 1604 Rupel Street
South Bend, IN 46628
c. Council Resolution No. 1314 -85 adopted 7 -22 -85
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(8) a. Owner: Stanz Realty Company
b. Property Address: 1840 North Commerce Drive
South Bend, IN 46628
C. Council Resolution No. 1301 -85 adopted 6 -24 -85
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(9) a. Owner: Data Link Systems, Inc
b. Property Address: 1818 North Commerce Drive
South Bend, IN 46628
C. Council Resolution No. 1297 -85 adopted 6 -10 -85
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(10) a. Owner: Jefferson Boulevard Partnership
b. Property Address: 205 West Jefferson
South Bend, IN 46601
C. Council Resolution No. 1126 -84 adopted 3 -26 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) calendar years.
(11) a. Owner: PAI Properties
b. Property Address: 710 South Rush
South Bend, IN 46618
c. Council Resolution No. 1235 -84 (real) adopted 12 -3 -84
Council Resolution No. 1236 -84 (personal) adopted 12 -3 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real and Personal
e. Deductions authorized for:
ten (10) years for real property, and
five (5) years for personal property
(12) a. Owner: Mitter Supply, Inc.
b. Property Address: 3607 South Main
South Bend, IN 46614
c. Council Resolution No. 1219 -84 (real) adopted 10 -22 -84
Council Resolution No. 1220 -84 (personal) adopted 10 -22 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real and Personal
e. Deductions authorized for:
ten (10) years for real property, and
five (5) years for personal property
(13) a. Owner: Inland Distribution Corp.
b. Property Address: 1145 Prairie Avenue
South Bend, IN 46613
c. Council Resolution No. 1274 -84 adopted 4 -8 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) years
(14) a. Owner: Cass Hudson Company, Inc.
b. Property Address: 4011 S. Michigan
South Bend, IN 46614
c. Council Resolution No. 1211 -84 adopted 10 -8 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) years
(15) a. Owner: Dafir Realty Co.
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b. Property Address: 3333 North Kenmore
South Bend, IN 46628
C. Council Resolution No. 1173 -84 (real) adopted 6 -25 -84
Council Resolution No. 1172 -84 (personal) adopted 10 -22 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real and Personal
e. Deductions authorized for:
ten (10) years for real property, and
five (5) years for personal property
(16) a. Owner: The Holladay Corporation
b. Property Address: 100 East Wayne
South Bend, IN 46601
C. Council Resolution No. 1196 -84 adopted 9 -10 -84
d. Type of Abatement: Real
e. Deductions authorized for ten (10) years
(17) a. Owner: New Energy Company of Indiana
b.
Property Address:
3201 West Calvert
South Bend,
IN 466138
c.
Council Resolution
No. 812 -80
adopted 8 -12 -80
d.
Type of Abatement:
Real
e.
Deductions authorized for ten
(10) years
SECTION II. Upon the adoption of this Resolution, the Common Council directs
the City Clerk to send a certified copy of said Resolution to the Auditor's Office
of St. Joseph County.
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/ Joseph T. Serge
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Council attorney,
Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand indicated this resolution would reconfirm the periods of
deductions previously approved by the Council in specified tax abatements. She
indicated that the Auditor's office was concerned regarding the designation and the
periods of deductions terminology used in the resolutions. She indicated this
resolution would make it clear to all parties involved. Council Member Barcome made
a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Braboy. The
resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
BILLS, FIRST READING
BILL NO. 16 -87 A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED THE 200
BLOCK OF SOUTH LOGAN STREET IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had first reading. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to refer this
bill to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Braboy. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 17 -87
FIRST READING ON A BILL AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED THE 4100 BLOCK OF SOUTH MAIN STREET IN THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had first reading. Council Member Puzzello made a motion to refer this
bill to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 18 -87 A BILL TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE FIRST
NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY EAST OF MICHIGAN STREET RUNNING SOUTH FROM
WOODSIDE FOR A DISTANCE OF 134 FEET ALL BEING IN KROU AND
WHITMORE ADD., TO THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had first reading. Council Member Beck made a motion to set this bill for
second reading and public hearing March 23, and refer it to the Zoning and Vacation
Committee, seconded by Council Member Braboy. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 19 -87 A BILL TRANSFERRING $391,092.00 AMONG VARIOUS ACCOUNTS WITHIN THE
DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.
This bill had first reading. Council Member Braboy made a motion to set this bill
for second reading and public hearing March 23, and refer it to the Human Resources
Committee, seconded by Council Member Puzzello. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 20 -87 A BILL BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 8, SECTION 2 -123 COMMONLY KNOWN AS
"REGULATION OF CITY -OWNED VEHICLES ".
This bill had first reading. Council Member Beck made a motion to set this bill for
second reading and public hearing March 23, and refer it to the Personnel and
Finance Committee, seconded by Council Member Puzzello. The motion carried.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
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REGULAR MEETING MARCH 9 1987
Michael Kuminecz, 631 Brookfield, spoke regarding the City not impounding a dog
after he was bit. He indicated dogs should be impounded in a proper facility in
order to protect the victim.
Douglas Kline, 63551 Miami, owner of Powers Discount Drugs, indicated he was not
satisfied with the treatment he received from Redevelopment. He indicated that
Redevelopment has subsidized his competitor, Osco's.
Wayne Wirts, 1889 Riverside Drive, spoke regarding City government.
Ken Donnelly, 2605 Fredricks, spoke regarding the stadium.
Ralph Johnson, 630 E. Fairview, indicated the City should sell all property it owns
downtown.
Council Member Serge asked for a Spring clean -up program.
There being no further business to come before the Council, unfinished or new,
Council Member Barcome made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Beck.
The motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED:
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