HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-09-81 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 9. 1981
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, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting was called
to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given.
ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak Beck, Taylor,
Zielinski, Crone, Dombrowski, Voorde and McGann
Absent: None
REPORT FROM THE SUB - COMMITTEE ON MINUTES
To the Common Council of the City of South Bend:
Your sub - committee on the inspection and supervision of the minutes would res-
pectfully report that it has inspected the minutes of the October 9, 12, and 26,
1981, meetings of the Council and found them correct.
The sub - committee, therefore, recommends that the same be approved.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
/s/ Beverly D. Crone
Council Member Serge made a motion that the minutes of the October 9, 12, and 26,
1981, meetings of the Council be accepted and placed on file, seconded by Council
Member.Zielinski. The motion carried.
SPECIAL BUSINESS
Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to have one meeting in December, on December
14, seconded by Council Member Zielinski. The motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 917 -81
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING COUNCIL PRESIDENT LEWIS A. MCGANN
FOR HIS COURAGEOUS ACTION TO SAVE THE LIFE OF AN INDIVIDUAL
ON OCTOBER 26, 1981
WHEREAS, on October 26, 1981, an individual fell victim to a cardiac arrest
while in the presence of President McGann, and
WHEREAS, President McGann took immediate action to administer CPR to the individual
as well as to notify South Bend Paramedics of the emergency; and
WHEREAS, because of the efforts of President McGann, Corinne Wroblewski, Democratic
Clerk of the Board of Voter Registration for St. Joseph County, is alive today.
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, commends
Lewis A. McGann, President of the South Bend Common Council for his courageous action
in saving the life of Corinne Wroblewski, Democratic Clerk of the Board of Voter
Registration for St. Joseph County on October 26, 1981.
SECTION II. The Common Council believes that the action ,,taken by President
McGann in an emergency situation, exemplifies his great dedication to save life, and
symbolizes the highest degress of humanity possible.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1981
SECTION III. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its adoption by the Common Council and approved by the Mayor.
/s/ Beverlie J. Beck
i Member of the Common Council
Council Member Beck read this resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 918 -81
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, COMMENDING ST. JOSEPH COUNTY COUNCILMAN
PHILLIP D. BARKLEY FOR HIS PROMPT AND COURAGEOUS ACTION TO
SAVE THE LIFE OF AN INDIVIDUAL ON OCTOBER 26, 1981.
WHEREAS, on October 26, 1981, an individual fell victim to a cardiac arrest
while in the County -City Building, and
WHEREAS, County Councilman Barkley assisted Councilman McGann in administering
CPR to the individual; and
WHEREAS, because of the efforts of County Councilman Barkley, Corinne Wroblewski,
Democratic Clerk of the Board of Voter Registration for St. Joseph County, is alive
today.
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, commends
Phillip D. Barkley, St. Joseph County Councilman for his courageous action in saving
the life of Corinne Wroblewski, Democractic Clerk of the Board of Voter Registration
for St. Joseph County on October 26, 1981.
SECTION II. The Common Council believes that the action taken by County Councilman
Barkley in an emergency situation, exemplifies his great dedication to save life, and
symbolizes the highest degree of humanity possible.
SECTION III. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its adoption by the Common Council and approved by the Mayor.
/s/ Beverlie J. Beck
Member of the Common Council
Council Member Beck read this resolution. Joseph Kernan, City Controller, commended
both Council President McGann and County Councilman Barkley for their quick and
competent action.
RESOLUTION NO. 919 -81 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, CONGRATULATING THE AFL -CIO AND THE ST. JOSEPH
COUNTY AFL -CIO COUNCIL ON THE MANY YEARS OF PROGRESS IT HAS
ACHIEVED AND RECOGNIZES NOVEMBER 15, 981 AS ITS 100TH
ANNIVERSARY
WHEREAS, November 15, 1981, marks the 100th anniversary of the founding of the
Federation of Organized Trades and Labor Unions, which evolved into the American
Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL -CIO), and inaugurated
the establishment of the modern American trade union movement, and
WHEREAS, since that time trade unions have played an increasingly effective part
in winning for their members the right to decent wages, safe and healthful working
conditions, and dignified enjoyment of their leisure time and retirement years, and
WHEREAS, America's local communities have benefited directly from the activities
of AFL -CIO trade unions, both on behalf of their members and in the championing of
the rights and progress of all Americans, and
WHEREAS, the trade union movement is an effective and accepted art of our local
social and economic fabric, providing for stability nd progress through its continuing
contributions toward the advancement of job opportunities to all who wish to work,
and
WHEREAS, trade unions are in the forefront of the battles to eliminate discriminati
to improve the quality of community life, and to open new opportunities for individual
advancement, on behalf of those who often have no other effective champion, and
WHEREAS, the continued existence of strong and effective trade unions among us
is a measure of the place they have won in the basic fabric of our society, to be
cherished and fostered as a matter of civic pride;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the Cty of South Bend,
Indiana, as follow:
SECTION I. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, hereby congratul
the AFL -CIO and the St. Joseph County AFL -CIO Council on the century of progress it
has achieved, and joins in commemorating Labor's Centennial.
SECTION II. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its adotpion by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
/s/ Beverly D. Crone
/s/ Beverlie J. Beck
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/s/ Richard C. Dombrowski
/s/ Walter M. Szymkowiak
/s/ Joseph T. Serge
/s/ Raymond C. Zielsinki.
/s/ John Voorde
s/ Robert G. Tavlor
Council President McGann read this resolution. He then presented it to Hollis Hughes,
Sr., President of the St. Joseph County AFL -CIO Council.
RESOLUTION NO. 920 -81 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND,. INDIANA CONGRATULATING THE ST. JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL
INDIAN FOOTBALL TEAM FOR THEIR GREAT WINNING STREAK
WHEREAS, the St. Joseph's Indians racked up the longest football winning streak
by their 31 victories in the State of Indiana and they outscored their rival 293 to
34; and
WHEREAS, Coach Phil Teegarden established a team spirit and organized his football
talent to go.unbeaten for 3 straight years; and
WHEREAS, the winning team effort of the St. Joseph Indians included many individual
high school stars such as:
(1) the "Touchdown Twins" Jim Reiner and Dale Scott who were both 1000 -yard
rushers with Jim gaining 1,116 yards for a 5.9 average; and Dale gaining 1,040 yards
for a 5.5 average.
(2) Receiver Greg.Grohowski caught 13 passes for 292 yards and two touchdowns;
Receiver Jon Badur caught 12 passes for 124 yards and one touchdown; and Mario Zappia
caught 9 passes for 126 yards from Quarterback Mike Carmola who completed 42 of 83
passes for 652 yards for 3 touchdowns.
(3) Sixteen Indian Defenders were credited with 10 or more solo tackles including
Linebacker Jeff Monhaut with 47 solo tackles and 39 assists; Tom Kuspa with 36 solo
tackles and 28 assists; Tom Toppell with 33 solo tackles and 29 assists; and Dennis
Goralski with 31 solo tackles and 23 assists.
(4) The power- packed "white dogs" offensive line included such stars as Brian
McMahon, Steve Hoffman, John Zack, Paul Brady and John Glon; and the state's most
impressive defensive secondaries. included Kevin Kasmierszak, Brian Wroblewski, Richard
Was, and Tom Klimek; who nabbed 21 interceptions.
WHEREAS, The South Bend Common Council recognizes the individual and team talent
on the St. Joseph's Indians football team and congratulates them on an impressive
winning streak which brought them to a Class AA playoff berth.
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 CONGRATULATES
theSt. Joseph High School Indians football team for establishing an Indiana State
record of 31 consecutive victories.
SECTION II. The Common Council recognizes with pride, Coach Phil Teegarden, the
entire football team, and all of the individual players who established many individual
and team records in their three years of consecutive football victories.
SECTION III. The Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, wishes to
express their thanks on behalf of all of its citizens and fans of the St. Joe's Indians
football team for their fine leadership and winning spirit which are a tribute to the
entire community, and wishes "THE TRIBE" continued success in the future.
SECTION IV. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its adoption by the CommonCouncil and approval by the Mayor.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
Member of the Common Council
Council President McGann read this resolution then presented it to Coach Phil Teegarden
and the team's co- captains.
REPORTS
Council Member Crone indicated that the Personnel & Finance Committee met on October
26 to finalize licensing and fees, and recommended Bill No. 121 -81 favorable.
Council Member Beck indicated that the Residential Neighborhood Committee had. -met
regarding the vacation of a part of Sunnymede Avenue, and recommended that this be
continued until the November 23 meeting.
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REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1981
Council Member Dombrowski 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 Monday, November 9, at 7:16 p.m., with nine members present. Chair-
man Voorde presiding.
BILL NO. 86 -81
A BILL AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AS
AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDI'N.ANGE
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (CHAPTER
21, MUNICIPAL CODE) (807 E. JEFFERSON.)
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill,
proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. David
Behr, of Area Plan, indicated this petition originally was to rezone
to "C" Commercial two parcels of property, one on Jefferson and one with frontage on
Washington and St. Peter. He indicated that that the Commission recommended that the
petition be amended to include only the property on Jefferson. He indicated that the
petition has now been amended and the Commission is giving it a favorable recommendation,
subject to a final site plan. Council President McGann made a motion to accept the
amended bill and petition filed in the City Clerk's office, seconded by Council Member
Taylor. The motion carried. Richard Morgan, attorney representing Anchor Realty,
made the presentation for the bill. He indicated this bill seeks to rezone the Anchor
property from "B" to "C" which will allow teachers Credit Union to expand. He indicated
there would be no changes made to their present building on the property. Isadore
Rosenfeld, attorney for Teacher's Credit Union, indicated that their ultimate plans
are to rezone this property for an additional building. Council Member Szymkowiak
made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council
Member Taylor. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 122 -81 A BILL TO VACATE SUNNYMEDE AVENUE FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY
LINE OF 35TH STREET EAST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 114' (ONE HUNDRED
FOURTEEN FEET), ALL BEING IN FERNWOOD ADDITION TO CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, 5T. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill,...proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Stephen Drendall, 3503 Sunnymede,
made the presentation for the vacation. He indicated that the abutting property was
recently purchased by Holy Cross Health Systems, and he had contacted them regarding
this vacation, however, they did not express an opinion for or against the petition.
John Leszczynski, Director of Public Works, indicated that the Board of Works recommended
unfavorable on this petition, however, if Holy Cross Health Systems agrees to the
vacation of the entire street, they would change their recommendation to favorable.
Council Member Taylor made a motion to continue this bill until the November 23,
meeting of the Council, seconded by Council Member Serge. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 123 -81
A BILL TO VACATE THE FIRST NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY
WEST OF OLIVE STREET RUNNING SOUTH FROM THE
NORTH LINE OF LOT 16, EXTENDED EAST TO THE
NORTH LINE OF LOT 16, EXTENDED EAST TO THE NORTH LINE OF LOT
15 (WHICH ALSO IS THE SOUTH RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF DUBAIL
STREET) FOR A DISTANCE OF 320' (THREE HUNDRED TWENTY FEET),
ALL BEING IN OLIVER PLACE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, IN.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Gordon Lord, attorney representing
the petitioner, made the presentation for the bill. He indicated that the petitioner
owned the real estate on both sides of the alley. He indicated that immediately to
the west of the alley is Wabash Street, and one -half of Wabash was vacated years ago,
and to the north is Dubail Street wich is undeveloped. He indicated that 320' to the
south is not used as a public alley. He indicated they would be willing to amend the
petition to provide access to either Olive or Wabash. John`Les`zczysnki, Director of
Public works, indicated that the Board of Works had recommended this vacation unfavorable
however, if they were willing to amend the petition, the Board would reconsider the
petition. Council Member Taylor made a motion to continue this bill, and refer this
matter back to the Board of Works, seconded by Council Member Crone. The motion
carried.
BILL NO. 124 -81
A BILL TO VACATE THE FIRST EAST -WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF DUNHAM
STREET RUNNING FROM WALNUT STREET TO HARRIS STREET FOR A
DISTANCE OF 148.5 FT. BEING IN ARNOLD'S SUB OF PART OF
B.O.L. 101 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, IN.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mark DeWolf, 809 S. Walnut, made
the presentation for the bill. He indicated the alley is not used for a garage access
or access to any lot. He indicated for reasons for theft and danger to his children,
he wanted this alley vacated. John Leszczynski, Director of Public Works, indicated
that the Board of Works gave a favorable recommendation on this vacation. Ed Zajac,..
815 S. Walnut, spoke in favor of this vacation. Council Member Taylor made a motion
to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski.
The motion carried.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1981
BILL NO. 113 -81 A BILL APPROPRIATING $35,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE
GRANT, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING FOR
THE REPAIR OF ISLAND PARK TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE DEPARTMENT
OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Joseph Kernan, made the presentation
for the bill. He indicated this money would be used to fund a portion of the money
required to repair the damage to Island Park. He indicated they anticipated the
total cost of repair will be approximately $80,000. Council Member Serge made a
motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member
Taylor. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 114 -81
A BILL APPROPRIATING $1,050,000 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE
GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING FOR
1981 SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFIT INCREASES TO BE ADMINISTERED
THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Joseph Kernan, City Controller,
made the presentation for the bill. He indicated this appropriation would be used to
cover all 1981 salary and fringe benefits increases for 1981. Council Member McGann
made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council
Member Taylor. the motion carried.
BILL NO. 115 -81 A BILL APPROPRIATING $50,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR ASSISTANCE WITH
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES AND CONSTRUCTION OF A PARKING LOT
FOR THE HISPANIC YOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, TO BE ADMINISTERED
BY THE DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND LA CASA DE
AMISTAD INC.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Colleen Rosenfeld, Director of
Community Development, she indicated this appropriation would be used to fund salary
and fringe benefits for four employees and the construction costs of the parking lot.
Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable,
seconded by Council Member Zielinski. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 116 -81 A BILL APPROPRIATING $10,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE NEW LASALLE FILLMORE
NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER AND PARKING LOT, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY
THE DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND A.C.T.I.O.N.,
INC., OF ST. JOSEPH COUNTY.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Colleen Rosenfeld, Director of
Community Development, made the presentation for the bill. She indicated these funds
would be used for remodeling materials for the inside and outside of the classroom
buildings and parking lot construction materials. Council Member McGann made a motion
to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Taylor.
The motion carried.
BILL NO. 117 -81
A BILL APPROPRIATING $10,066.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUND FOR THE SUPPORT OF AN OLDER ADULT CRIME
VICTIM PROGRAM ACTIVITY TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND
REAL SERVICES OF ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INC.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Colleen Rosenfeld, Director of
Community Development, made the presentation for the bill. She indicated these funds
would be used to continue the Older Adult Crime Victim Program. Council Member Taylor
made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council
Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 118 -81 A BILL APPROPRIATING $15,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR HOME PURCHASE MONIES, TO BE ADMINISTERED
BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT AND RENEW, INC.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard.
Development, made the presentation for the bill.
used to support Renew, Inc., in is acquisition of
would be used to acquire homes for resale to low -
Serge made a motion to recommend this bill to the
Council Member Taylor. The motion carried.
on the above bill, proponents and
Colleen Rosenfeld, Director Community
She indicated these funds would be
homes. She indicated the funds
income individuals. Council Member
Council favorable, seconded by
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REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1981
BILL NO. 119 -81 A BILL APPROPRIATING $16,593.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FOR THE SUPPORT OF A
NEIGHBORHOOD YOUTH INVOLVEMENT ACTIVITY TO BE ADMINISTERED
BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT AND THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Colleen Rosenfeld, Director of
Community Development, made the presentation for the bill. She indicated this money
would be used to provide a Neighborhood Youth Involvement Activity through a neighborhood
association in a strategy area. Richard Pheil, 1203 Avondale, indicated that Special
Transportation Services, may not be receiving any funding through Community Development.
He indicated this appropriation was not necessary, and these funds could be used to
assist Special Transportation Services. Chairman Voorde indicated this subject should
be discussed under privilege of the floor. Council Member Serge made a motion to
recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Beck. The
motion carried.
BILL NO. 120 -81 A BILL REQUESTING VACATION OF VARIOUS PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Ann Klata, Deputy Director of Redevelo
made the presentation for the bill. She indicated the bill should be amended, by
accepting a substitute bill filed with the City Clerk. Council Member McGann made a
motion to accept the substitute bill, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The
motion carried. Ann Klata indicated this these vacations are in the Monroe - Sample
Development Area. She indicated this would allow Redevelopment to sell lthe property
in a larger parcel. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to recommend this bill
to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Beck. The motion carried.
BILL NO. 121 -81 A BILL OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 4 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, COMMONLY KNOWN AS
LICENSES.
Now is the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and
opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Council Member Crone indicated this
bill should be amended by accepting a substitute bill filed with the City Clerk.
Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to accept the substitute bill filed with the
City Clerk, seconded by Council Member Zielinski. The motion carried. Carolyn Pfotenha
Deputy City Attorney, indicated this bill represented a great deal of work. She
indicated it would serve to consolidate a number of licensing procedures. She indicated
this would also assist in the recodification effort. Council Member Dombrowski made
a motion to recommended this bill to the Council favorable, as amended, seconded by
Council Member Szymkowiak. The motion carried.
There being no further business to come before the Committee of the Whole, Council
Member Taylor made a motion to rise and report to the Council, seconded by Council
Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED
Ammpcm.
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 8:35 p.m. Council
President McGann presiding and nine members present.
Council Member McGann made a motion to recess for ten minutes, seconded by Council
Member Dombrowski. The motion carried and the meeting was recessed at 8:25 p.m., and
reconvened at 9:00 p.m.
BILLS, SECOND READING
ORDINANCE NO. 6988 -81 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68,
AS AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
(CHAPTER 21, MUNICIPAL CODE) (807 E. JEFFERSON.)
This bill had second reading. Council member Taylor made a motion to amend -the bill,
as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Beck. The motion
carried. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass the bill, as amended, seconded
by Council Member Beck. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
BILL NO. 122 -81 A BILL TO VACATE SUNNYMEDE AVENUE FROM THE EAST RIGHT -OF -WAY
LINE OF 35TH STREET EAST, FOR A DISTANCE OF 114' (ONE HUNDRED
FOURTEEN FEET), ALL BEING IN FERNWOOD ADDITION TO CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA.
Council Member Taylor made a motion to continue this bill to November 23, 1981, seconded
by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
nt,
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REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9 1981
BILL NO. 123 -81 A BILL TO VACATE THE FIRST NORTH -SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF OLIVE
STREET RUNNING SOUTH FROM THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 16, EXTENDED
EAST TO THE NORTH LINE OF LOT 16, EXTENDED EAST TO THE NORTH
LINE OF LOT 15 (WHICH ALSO IS THE SOUTH RIGHT -OF -WAY LINE OF
DUBAIL STREET) FOR A DISTANCE OF 320' (THREE HUNDRED TWENTY
FEET), ALL BEING IN OLIVER PLACE ADDITION TO THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, IN.
Council Member Taylor made a motion to continue public hearing on this bill, seconded
by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE NO. 6989 -81 AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE THE FIRST EAST -WEST ALLEY SOUTH OF
DUNHAM STREET RUNNING FROM WALNUT STREET TO HARRIS STREET
FOR A DISTANCE OF 148.5 FT. BEING IN ARNOLD'S SUB OF PART OF
B.O.L. 101 IN THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, IN.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine
ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6990 -81 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $35,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL
ASSISTANCE GRANT, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE
SHARING FOR THE REPAIR OF ISLAND PARK TO BE ADMINISTERED BY
THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6991 -81 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $1,050,000 FROM THE FEDERAL
ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE
SHARING FOR.1981 SALARY AND FRINGE BENEFIT INCREASES TO BE
ADMINISTERED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION AND
FINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Beck. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6992 -81
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $50,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR ASSISTANCE WITH ADMINISTRATIVE
EXPENSES AND CONSTRUCTION OF A PARKING LOT FOR THE HISPANIC
YOUTH NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE
DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND LA CASA DE AMISTAD
INC.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6993 -81
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $10,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO THE NEW
LASALLE FILLMORE NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER AND PARKING LOT, TO BE
ADMINISTERED BY THE DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND
A.C.T.I.O.N., INC., OF ST. JOSEPH COUNTY.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Beck. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6994 -81 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $10,066.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FOR THE SUPPORT OF AN OLDER
ADULT CRIME VICTIM PROGRAM ACTIVITY TO BE ADMINISTERED BY
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT AND REAL SERVICES OF ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INC.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6995 -81
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $15,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR HOME PURCHASE MONIES, TO
BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS
DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND RENEW, INC.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Szymkowiak. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine
ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6996 -81
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $16,593.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FOR THE SUPPORT OF A NEIGHBORHOOD
YOUTH INVOLVEMENT ACTIVITY TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill,
seconded by Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9419.8 1
ORDINANCE NO. 6997 -81 AN ORDINANCE REQUESTING VACATION OF VARIOUS PUBLIC RIGHT -OF -WAY
IN THE MONROE- SAMPLE DEVELOPMENT AREA AND GEORGE AVENUE OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to amend the bill,
as amended in the Committee of ,the Whole, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The
motion carried. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass the bill, seconded by
Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
ORDINANCE NO. 6998 -81 AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 4 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, COMMONLY KNOWN AS
LICENSES.
This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to amend the bill,
as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The
motion carried. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass the bill, seconded by
Council Member Beck. The bill passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, URGING THE SOUTH.BEND COMMUNITY SCHOOL.
CORPORATION TO KEEP THE TUTT BRANCH OF THE SOUTH BEND PUBLIC
LIBRARY SYSTEM NEAR ITS PRESENT LOCATION AT 2002 MIAMI
STREET.
A public hearing was held on the resolution. Council Member Beck indicated that the
Virginia Tutt Library has been very successful. She indicated is within easy access
of four schools. She indicated that the proposed new location would force individuals
to use automobiles to reach the library thereby eliminating many of the present users
of this branch. She indicated the neighborhood has a valid concern. Council President
McGann indicated it was a majority consensus of the Council that this resolution be
stricken, since the Common Council has no control over the Library Board. Katheryn
Brookins, 1707 LaSalle, Dennis Moran, 711 W. Colfax, John Walker, 907 E. Dayton, Mike
McFarland, 1733 O'Brien, Ann Fisher, 902 E. Dubail; spoke in favor of the passage of
this resolution. Council Member Taylor made a motion to strike this resolution,
seconded by Council member Beck. The motion carried and the resolution was stricken
from the record.
RESOLUTION NO. 921 -81 AN INDUCEMENT RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH LBEND, INDIANA: RELATING TO: MECHANICS LAUNDRY AND
SUPPLY, INC. PROJECT.
WHEREAS, the City of South Bend, Indiana, (the "issuer "), is authorized by IC
36 -7 -12, (the "Act "), to issue revenue bonds for the financing of economic development
facilities, the funds from said financing to be used for the acquisition and equipping
of said facilities to be either sold or leased to a company_or directly owned by a
company; and,
WHEREAS, Mechanics Laundry & Supply, Inc. of Indiana, an Indiana Corporation,
(the "Applicant "), has advised the South Bend Economic Development Commission, (the
"Commission "), and the Issuer, that it proposes that the Issuer either acquire and
equip an economic development facility and sell or lease the same to the Applicant,
or loan proceeds of an economic development financing to the Applicant for the same
said economic development facility, to consist of the acquisition and expansion of a
24,000 square foot industrial laundry facility which supplies all types of rental
merchandise including the real estate on which it is located and the machinery and
equipment to be installed therein, to be located at 835 South Prairie Street, South
Bend, Indiana, on an approximate 2 -acre tract of land ( "Project "); and,
WHEREAS, the diversification of industry and increase in job opportunities, (23
new jobs), to be achieved by the acquisition and equipping of the Project will be of
public benefit to the health, safety and general welfare of the Issuer and its citizens;
and,
WHEREAS, having received the advice of the South Bend Economic Development Commissi
it would appear that the finaning of the Project would be of,public benefit,to the
health, safety and genral welfare of the Issuer and its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the acquisition of the facility will not have an adverse competitive
effect on any similar facility already constructed or operating in South Bend, Indiana;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Councilof the City of South Bend as
follows:
1. The Common Council of the City of South Bend finds, determines, ratifies and
confirms that the promotion of diversification of economic development and job opportuniti
in and near South Bend, Indinaa, is desirable to preserve the health, safety and
general welfare of the citizens of the Issuer; and that it is in the public interest
that the Commission and the Issuer take such action as they lawfully may to encourage
economic development, diversification of industry and promotion of job opportunities
in and near the Issuer.
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2. The Common Cuncil of the City of South Bend approves, determines ratifies
and confirms that the issuance and sale of economic development revenue bonds in an
amount of approximately $800,000.00 of the Issuer under the Act for the acquisition
and equipping of the Project and the sale or leasing of the Project bonds to the
Applicant, will serve the public purposes referred to above, in accordance with the
Act.
3. In order to induce the applicant to proceed with the acquisition and equipping
of the Project, the Common Council of the City of South Bend hereby approves, determines,
ratifies and confirms that:
(i) it will take, or casue to be taken, such actions
pursuant to the Act as may be required to implement the
aforesaid financing, or as it may deem appropriate in
pursuance thereof; providing that all of the foregoing shall
be mutually acceptable to the Issuer and the Applicant; and
(ii) it will adopt such ordinances and resolutions and
authorize the execution and delivery of such instruments and
the taking of such action as may be necessary and advisable
for the authorization, issuance and sale of said economic
development bonds; and,
(iii) it will use its best efforts, at the request of
Appliant, to authorize the issuance of additional, bonds for
refunding and refinancing the outstanding principal amount
of bonds for completion of the Project and for additions to
the Project, including the costs of issuance (providing that
the financing of such addition or additions to the Project
is found to have a public purpose [as defined in IC 36 -7 -12-
1] at the time of authoriziation of such additional bonds),
and that the aforementioned purposes comply with the providions
of IC 36 -7 -12.
4. All costs of the Project incurred after the adoption of this Inducement
Resolution, including reimbursement or repayment to the Applicant of moneys expended
by the Applicant for planning, engineering, interest paid during construction, underwriti
expenses, attorney and bond counsel fees, acquisition and equipping of the Project
will be permitted to be included as part of the bond issue to finance the Project,
and the Issuer will sell or lease the same to the Applicant or loan the proceeds
fromn the sale of the bonds to the Applicant for the same purposes. Also, certain
indirect expenses, including, but not limited to, planning, architectural work and
engineering incurred prior to this Inducement Resolution, will be permitted to be
included as part of the bond issue to finance the Project.
5. The liability and obligation of the Cityof South Bend, Indiana, shall be
limited solely to good faith efforts to consummate such Mechanics Laundry & Supply,
Inc. Project and the issuance of such bonds, and that neither the City of South Bend,
Indiana, nor its officers or agents shall incur any personal liability by virtue of
the issuance of any such Economic Development Revenue Bonds or the undertaking of
such Mechanics Landry & Supply Inc. Project.
This inducement resolution shall be in full force and effect from after its
adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution. Kenneth Fedder, attorney for the Economic
Development Commission, indicated this bond issue would be used to finance and purchase
eal estate and a building located at 835 Prairie. He indicated it was hoped that
seven existing jobs would be retained and approximately 20 plant personnel jobs would
be created. Bob Klimek, 2621 Corby, representing Means Service, Jerry Hogan, 15429
Kerlin, Bob Schultz, 2121 Rockne, Leslie Doty, 1125 Lincoln Way West, spoke against
this resolution. Council Member Serge made a motion to recommend this bill to the
Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Domblrowski. The resolution was adopted
by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 922 -$1 AN INDUCEMENT RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE FINANCING OF
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FACILITIES FOR INTERLINX CORP.,
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF INDIANA CODE 18- 6 -4.5, AS
AMENDED.
At the present time there are insufficient employment opportunities and insufficient
diversification of industries, which conditions are harmful to the economic stablility
and general welfare of the area and, if not remedied, will be detrimental to the
development of the area. The City of South Bend, Indiana (the "City ") is authorized
under provisions of Indiana Code 18- 6 -4.5, as amended "(the "Act "), to acquire construct
and finance economic development projects for the users thereof and to provide for
the issuance of revenue bonds in conjuntion therewith.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1981
The City, in order to implement the public purposes enumerated in the Act and in
furtherance thereof to induce InterLinx Corp, an Indiana corporation (the "Borrower ")
to purchase land, improvements, equipment, furnishings and fixtures which will constitute
an economic development facility (the "facility ") within the limits of South Bend,
Indiana, has indicated its intent to issue its revenue bonds under the pursuant to
the provisions of the Act and to apply the proceeds therefrom to the payment of the
costs of the facility.
The Borrower, in reliance upon the inte:
thru the issuance of revenue bonds under the
acquire and maintain the facility within the
It is now deemed advisable for the City
to finance the facility thru the issuance of
the Act.
at of the City
provisions of
limits of Sou
to express by
revenue bonds
of finance the facility
the Act, has determined to
th Bend, Indiana.
this Resolution its intent
under the provisions of
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana as follows:
SECTION I. The proposed facility constitutes economic development facilities
which may be financed by the City through the issuance of revenue bonds pursuant to
the Act, and the City is willing, upon compliance with all provisions of Indiana law,
to authorize the issuance of its revenue bonds in an amount of approximately Nine
Million Dollars ($9,000,000) (or such lesser amount as may be agreed upon), which
bonds will not be general obligations of the City, but will be payable solely from
the limited sources authorized and permitted by the Act.
SECTION 2. The proposed financing will be of benefit to the health and general
welfare of the persons residing in and near the City and will comply with the purposes
and provisions of the Act.
SECTION 3. The Borrower may proceed with the acquisition and construction of
the facility in reliance upon this Resolution.
SECTION 4. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its
passage by the Common Council and its approval by the Mayor.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution. Kevin Butler, attorney for the petitioner,
indicated this project involves the purchase of assets of Wheelhorse, Inc., located
at 515 W. Ireland. He indicated the project costs if $15,000,000, and the bonds will
be in the amount of $9,000,000. He indicated there was presently 350 individuals
employed, and they propose it increase this to 550 employees. Council Member Szymkowiak
made..a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Beck. The resolution
was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 923 -81
A RESOLUTION BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, SETTING THE LEVY FOR THE CUMULATIVE SEWER
BUILDING AN AND SINKING FUND FOR THE YEAR 1982.
WHEREAS, the Common Council sets the levies and rates of all tax supported funds
by law, and
WHEREAS, the tax rates and lelvy will fluctuate as determined by the final assessed
value, and
WHEREAS, the intent of the Council was to raise a specific levy as opposed to
setting a rate.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
that:
SECTION I. For the Budget Year 1982, the Cumulative Sewer levy will be $685,930.00
and the rate will be.a factor of the final assessed value for the City of South Bend.
SECTION II. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after
its passage by the Common Council, and approval by the Mayor.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
Member of the Common Council
A public.hearing was held on the resolution. Joseph Kernan, City Controller, indicated
by passing this resolution the Cumulative Sewer levy will not fluctuate.with the
assessed valuation. Council Member Serge made a motion to adopt this resolution,
seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call
vote of nine ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 924 -81 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE AWARD OF THREE CONTRACTS IN
EXCESS OF $10,000.00 FOR THE REHABILITATION WORK IN THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM THROUGH THE BUREAU OF
HOUSING'S REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM.
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_WHEREAS, low bids for the rehabilitation work under the Community Development
Housing Rehabilitation Grant Program have exceeded $10,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana;
1. That approval be granted to the Redevelopment Commission of the City of
South Bend, Indiana, to enter into a contract with the following contractors for the
rehabilitation work on the following properties:
CONTRACTOR
Michiana Remodeling
Michiana Remodeling
Michiana Remodeling
ADDRESS
DOLLAR AMOUNT CONTRACT
OF CONTRACT NUMBER
1119 E. Miner $10,543.70 CD7 /PR /CS -1 /1
125 E. Broadway $11,720.00 CD7 /PR /CS -1/5
313 E. South $10,839.40 CD7 /PR /CS -1/6
2. This this resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its
adoption by the Common Council and its approval by the Mayor of the City of South
Bend, Indiana.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Kathryn Baumgartner, Director
of the bureau of Housing, indicated Council approval of this resolution was necessary
in order for them to proceed with these rehabilitations. Council Member Serge made a
motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Beck. The resolution was
adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
RESOLUTION NO. 925 -81 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE AWARD OF ONE CONTRACT IN EXCESS
OF $10,000.00 FOR THE REHABILITATION WORK IN THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM THROUGH THE RENTAL REHAB DEMONSTRATION
PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY THE BUREAU OF HOUSING.
WHEREAS, low bids for the rehabilitation work under the Community Development
Rental Rehab Demonstration Program have exceeded $10,000.00.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana;
1. That approval be granted to the Redevelopment Commission of the City of
South Bend, Indiana, to enter into a contract with the following contractor for the
rehabilitation work on the following properies:
636
E. Broadway
$13,480.00
1612
St. Joseph
$13,165.00
1614
St. Joseph
$13,635.00
626
Broadway
$13,480.00
229
Dubail
$14,655.00
222
Broadway
$14,145.00
1408
Marietta
$13,135.00
318
Dubail
$13,975.00
202
Indiana
$14,290.00
206
Indiana
$15,025.00
227
Indiana
$14,400.00
221
Indiana
$14,605.00
226
Haney
$15,005.00
310
Haney
$13,450.00
625
Haney
$13,900.00
2. That this resolution shall be in full force and effect from
and after its adoption by the Common Council and its approval by the
Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution. Kathryn Baumgartner, Director of the
Bureau of Housing, indicated that T. Brooks Brademas was the owner of the fifteen
properties to be rehabilitated and is the developer participating in the first round
of the Rental Rehab Demonstration. She indicated that after a careful review of the
proposal, Mr. Brademas has decided to operate as the general contractor on this particular
project. She indicated that three items must be met: he has to be recognized as
being capable of handling such a job; the cost to perform the contract must not include
profit and overhead for himself, and the cost must indicate a substantial savings
over accepting the lowest bidder; a waiver must be obtained from HUD allowing him to
function as a general contractor. Council Member Taylor made a motion to adopt this
resolution, seconded by Council Member Szymkowiak. The resolution was adopted by a
roll call vote of nine ayes.
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RESOLUTION NO. 926 -81 AN INDUCEMENT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA,
REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT BONDS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION OF A HOLIDAY INN MOTEL.
WHEREAS, at the present time there are insufficient employment opportunities and
insufficient diversification of business, commerce and industry in and near the City
of South Bend, Indiana (the "City "); and
WHEREAS, the economic welfare of the City would be benefited y the acquisition
of economic development facilities in the City pursuant to the provisions of Indiana
Code 18 -6 -4.5 (the "Act "); and
WHEREAS, Brick Road Associates proposes to acquire economic development facilities
to be located in the City as defined in the Act if the City will finance costs of
such economic development facilities pursuant to the Act; and
WHEREAS, the South Bend Economic Development Commission has received notice of
an application by Brick Road Associates for the issuance of City of South Bend Economic
Development Bonds in an amount not to exceed Ten Million ($10,000,000.00) Dollars
repayable over a designated period with interest thereon at a rate consistent with
interest rates generally paid on tax - exempt bonds at the time the bonds are issued in
order to construct a Holiday Inn, resulting in the creation of approximately one
hundred fifteen (115) additional employees with an annual payroll of approximately
Six Hundred Fiften Thousand ($650,000.00) Dollars per year.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Common Council of the Clty of South Bend, Indiana, resolves
as follows:
1. The project constitutes economic development facilities which shall be financed
by the City through the issuance of revenue bonds pursuant to the Act and the City is
willing, upon compliance with all provisions of Indiana law, to authorize approximately
Ten Million ($10,000,000.00) Dollars of its revenue bonds, which bonds will not be
general obligations of th ecity but will be payable solely from the limited sources
authorized and permitted by the Act.
2. The proposed financing will be of benefit to the economic welfare of the
City and will comply with the purposes and provisions of the Act.
3. Brick Road Associates may proceed with financing efforts for this project in
reliance upon this resolution.
4. That the liability and obligation of the south Bend Economic Development
Commission, the South Bend Common Council and the City of South Bend, Indiana, shall
be limited solely to the good faith efforts to consummate such proceedings and issue
such Bonds, and the South Bend Economic Development Commission and the City of South
Bend, Indiana, their officers or agents, shall not incur any liability if for any
reason the proposed issuance of such bonds is not consummated.
This inducement resoluton shall be in full force and effect from and after its
adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor.
/s/ Lewis A. McGann
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Peter J. Nemeth, attorney
representing the petitioners, indicated this proposed new Holiday Inn would be constructer
on the U.S. 31 bypass between Brick Road and the Indiana Toll Road interchange. He
indicated that due to the uncertain nature of the current financial market, the developer:
are seeking Council approval for the purpose of assisting them in obtaining financing
for this project. Dominic DaCasta, 754 Cottage Grove, spoke against this resolution.
Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council
Member Voorde. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes.
BILLS, FIRST READING
BILL NO. 125 -81
A BILL TRANSFERRING $306,691.71 FROM THE
CUMULATIVE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND TO THE
POLICE DEPARTMENT WITHIN THE GENERAL IMPROVEMENT
FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This bill had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this bill
for public hearing and second reading November 23, seconded by Council Member Beck.
The motion carried.
BILL NO. 126 -81 A BILL APPROPRIATING $43,445.00 TO THE BUREAU OF SEWERS
BUDGET LINE ITEM 260 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES FROM THE SEWAGE
WORKS DEPRECIATION FUND FOR EMERGENCY SEWER REPAIRS ON
SAMPLE STREET AT THE RAILROAD CROSSING EAST TO THE FIRE
STATION.
This bill had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this bill
for public hearing and second reading November 23, seconded by Council Member Beck.
The motion carried.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 9, 1981
BILL NO. 127 -81 A BILL APPROPRIATING $18,000.00 TO ACCOUNT 260, CONTRACTUAL
SERVICES, WITHIN THE BUREAU OF WATER BUDGET OF THE WATER
WORKS GENERAL FUND FOR THE DESIGN OF ADDITIONAL WATER
STORAGE AT THE EDISON PLANT AND APPROVING THE AWARD OF A
CONTRACT FOR SAID DESIGN BETWEEN THE BOARD OF WATER WORKS
COMMISSIONERS AND MCDONOUGH ENGINEERING, INC.
This bill had first reading: Council member Taylor made a motion to set this bill
for public hearing and second reading November 23, seconded by Council member Dombrowski.
The motion carried.
BILL NO. 128 -81
A BILL APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN STREMMEL & HILL, INC.,
AND THE BOARD OF WATER WORKS COMMISSIONERS IN THE AMOUNT OF
$113,985.00 FOR THE REPLACEMENT OE' MEDIA AND REPAIR OF
FILTER NOZZLES AT THE EDISON FILTRATION.
This bill had first reading. Council Member Beck made a motion to set this bill for
public nearing and second reading November 23, seconded by Council Member Taylor.
The motion carried.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
A discussion was hold regarding Specialized Transportation Systems and their need for
funding. Council Member Voorde indicated that the Human Resources and Economic Development
Committee was going to meet regarding this problem.
I Dominic DaCasta, 754 Cottage Grove, indicated that economic development bonds were a
drain on Federal budget.
Katheryn Brookins, 1707 W. LaSalle, asked for Council aid to stop the 3.8 million
dollar library bond issue.
Leslie Doty, 1125 Lincoln Way West, asked the Council to help the handicapped regarding
Specialized Transportation Services.
There being no further business to come before the Council, unfinished or new, Council
Member Dombrowski made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Beck. The
motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 11:15 p.m.
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