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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-21-74 Council Meeting Minutes++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +�I REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1974 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, October 21, 1974, at 7:03 p.m., Council President Peter J. Nemeth presiding. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given. ROLL CALL PRESENT Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth. ABSENT: None Councilman Horvath made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilmar. Taylor. The motion curried. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend met in the Committee of the Whole on Monday, October 21, 1974, at 7:04 p.m., with nine members present. Chairman Odell Newburn presided. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING SMOKING AND THE CARRYING OF LIGHTED OBJECTS UPON BUSES. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. James Roemer, City Attorney, made the presen- tation for the ordinance. He stated that Miss Kathleen Cekanski, one of his deputy attorneys, had been instrumental in preparing the ordinance.- He indicated that there was nothing contained in the Municipal Code which prohibited smoking on the city buses, thus the reason for the proposed ordinance. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, wondered if then would be a problem with the words "municipally- owned buses" in the amended version of the ordinance which had been submitted to the City Clerk. He felt the City of South Bend should be specified. Mr. Roemer felt: the ordinance could be left as is and needed no further explanation regarding the municipally -owned buses., Council President Nemeth wondered about the definition of the Public Transportation Corporation. He suggested that the following wording be added in paragraph (a) in the second line: "upon a bus owned by the City of South Bend or the South Bend Public Transportat: Corporation ". Mr. Roemer indicated that he would have no objection to the addition of that phrase Council President Nemeth made a motion to amend the ordinance by substituting the amended version of the ordinance which would incorporate the issue into the Municipal Code, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried. Council President Nemeth then made a motion to further amend the ordinance to add the following phrase in paragraph (a) in the second line: " upon a bus owned by the City of South Bend or the South Bend Public Transportation Corporation ". Councilman Miller seconded the motion. He then REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1974 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) wondered about the reference to the municipally -owned buses in the other sections of the ordinance Council President Nemeth felt the same change should be made in the other sections, and he so move seconded by Councilman Miller. Council President Nemeth felt it might be easier to simply define the words "municipally -owned bus" in a separate paragraph in the ordinance. There was further discussion on the correct method of amending the ordinance, after which Council President Nemeth suggested that all previous motions, except the first motion to amend by incorporating into the Municipal Code, be withdrawn. This was agreed to by the Council members. He then made a motion to further amend the ordinance by adding a new paragraph (a) and renumbering the remaining para- graphs as follows: "Municipally -owned bus" means any bus which is owned by the South Bend Public Transportation Corporation or the City of South Bend. Councilman Miller seconded the motion. Councilman Parent wondered if the amendment could include leased buses, and Mr. Roemer suggested that the phrase include the words "owned or operated ". Council President Nemeth then made a motioi to amend his previous motion to read as follows: "Municipally -owned bus" means any bus which is owned or operated by the South Bend Public Transportation Corporation or the City of South Bend. Councilman Miller seconded the motion. He also brought up the question of enforcement and the second paragraph of the amended ordinance regarding a person to knowingly permit a violation of the ordinance. Mr. Roemer indicated that a sworn police officer would have to make any arrests concerning violations; however, the driver of the bus would have to warn anyone in violation to stop smoking on the bus. He felt this was merely a question of policy. Council President Nemeth made a motion to strike that paragraph, being (b), and renumber the remaining paragraphs according . seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. Councilman Miller wondered if the Public Transportation Corporation had been contacted regarding the proposed ordinance, and Mr. Roemer indicated that Miss Cekanski had discussed the matter with officials of the PTC. Council President Nemeth's last two motions to amend carried. Councilman Serge then made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Council,as amended, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Paul Krueper, Manager of the Bureau of Water, made the presentation for the ordinance. He indicated that the Water Works budget had bee discussed several times in caucus with the Council members. He stated that he had tried to answe all their questions in a letter he had submitted to them. He indicated that he operated under th Public Service Commission rules and regulations and account numbers, and the books have been kept that way for many years. He stated that he was of the opinion that the Council could raise or lower any items or make any suggested changes regarding accounts. He stated that meters, pipes, valves, and hydrants are purchased and not charged off until actually used. He talked about the various projects being undertaken by the Water Works, and he stated that this money could not be expected or anticipated in advance. He had no idea on how much the Water Works would receive on jobs done. Councilman Szymkowiak stated that private developers utilize the Water Works' service in installin pipes and watermains. He wondered if a profit was realized by the city. Mr. Krueper felt the operation should be competitive. He stated that the watermains eventually become property of the city and the city preferred to construct them and install them for that reason. He stated that he wanted to encourage the developers to have the work done by the Water Works rather than going to the outside. He assured Councilman Szymkowiak that the Water Works "breaks even" on the projects. Councilman Szymkowiak felt there should be a markup of 20% on the projects so the Water Works coup, make some money doing the jobs. Mr. James Roemer, City Attorney, stated that the Water Works was a not - for - profit corporation. Mr. Krueper indicated that the projects are done on a cost basis. j Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, thanked Mr. Krueper for the time he had spent with the Civic Planning Association in answering many of their questions. He felt the changes made by Mr. Krueper were definitely improvements to the Water Works system. Councilman Parent talked about the rusty water problem in the northwest portion of the city. He stated that Mr. Krueper had requested $7,500 for a study to try and resolve the problem. He wondered what could be done to take care of the problem. Mr. Krueper stated that the Water Works had done as much in -house work as possible during the last year and funds had not been available in the past. He stated that, with the rate increase, some funds would now be available for the study. He stated that the filtration plants have been tested; likewise, the corrosiveness of the water. He indicated that there was some iron in the water, and he realized this was a problem to the citizens. He stated that this problem had been in existence for along period of time. The distribution system had been changed in an effort to try and solve the problem. He felt that had much to do with the rusty water problem. He- stated that the $7,500 would provide for someone fro the outside to come to South Bend and give`an appraisal of what could be done. Councilman Parent indicated that a study had been accomplished in the early 1960's regarding the problem. He wondered about the'recommendations of the study. Mr. Krueper indicated that Clyde E. Williams had prepared the report and that all the recommendations in the report were tried; however, the Water Works had had a problem with the flushing recommendation contained in the report because th manpower was not available. Councilman Parent hoped a report could be compiled on the history of the problem and how the city should try to take care of the problem. He suggested that a special committee be established to work with the Water Works regarding the problem. Councilman Kopczyns talked about the purchase of materials and labor by the Water Works in installing watermains. He wondered about the anticipated income to be received. Mr. Krueper stated that that could not be included in the 1975 budget because there was no way of knowing the amount. He hoped that it could be shown every month in a report. Councilman Kopczynski stated that the money would have to be used in some funds within the budget. He stated that it was an anticipated income and should be included as such in the budget. Mr. Krueper stated that, in the depreciation- :fund, there were items that would be accomplished by the Water Works, but he did not know how many developers would come to the Water Works for watermain installation. He stated that whatever he received in income was spent in expenditures. Councilman Kopczynski stated that, last year, REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 21 1974 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) $100,000 was received. He wondered where this was included in the budget. Mr. Krueper indicated that that same amount was expended for the projects. He stated that, if the Council desired, an amount of $100,000 could be included in the budget with a breakdown of $60,000 for the watermains and $40,000 for labor. Councilman Kopczynski stated that the manpower was available in the 1975 budget to supply this work for the developers. He stated that the Council was not aware of the money that was coming in for the projects and desired to know this. He felt a breakdown should be received by the Council throughout the course of the year. Mr. Krueper indicated that he would furnish the Council whatever information he had. He stated that approximately $15,000 had been contributed to certain portions of some contractors' requests. He stated that the contractors are charged for only a six -inch main even if a twelve -inch main was installed. Councilman Kopczynski wondered where the difference was found, and Mr. Krueper indicated that would be shown in the depreciation fund. Councilman Szymkowiak again brought up the subject of the rusty water problem. He felt that, in the areas where there was rusty water, the flushing should be done more often than in the areas where where was no problem. Councilman Miller wondered about item 726.0 and the reimbursement to the depreciation fund. Mr. Krueper stated that under New services, an amount was budgeted. There was no expense in the Operation and Maintenance Fund. It would almost be a "write -off" if there was enough work, in Mr. Krueper's opinion. Councilman Miller wondered why the amount of $40,000 did not show up in the income column. Mr. Krueper stated that this would be credited to the other account. Councilman Miller questioned the net gain for the year listed on page 9. He wondered if this amount would be $40,000 more. Mr. Krueper indicated that that was correct. Councilman Miller wondered about the operating balances in the different funds. He wondered if the customer deposit fund had been paid back. Mr. Krueper stated that this had been done. He hoped that this year there would not be any deficit financing. He indicated that the $250,000 in profits would probably be exceeded this year. Councilman Miller suggested that a quarterly or monthly readout of expenses and income be furnished. Mr. Krueper hoped that such a month -by -month report could be compiled. Councilman Miller asked if Mr. Krueper felt that the amount of $326,000 in anticipated income could put the city back into a favorable situation, and Mr. Krueper indicated that he felt it would. Councilman Miller wondered about the Services Personal Account being below budget amount. Mr. Krueper indicated that, when there are vacancies, the department does not like to just "throw someone into the spot ". He stated that, just because the amount was budgeted, it did not mean that that exact amount would be spent. Councilman Kopczynski requested that a list be prepared for the Council to show the construction income and the names of the firms that business was done with, and also disbursement of that income. He made a motion to include the following provision in the ordinance: "Budget must include the income and source of it for the previous year from any contracted construction and meter income. This also must be shown on the monthly computer printout for the previous month." Councilman Miller seconde4 the motion. Mr. Krueper indicated that he had no objection to the amendment. Councilman Szymkowiak wondered how much was delinquent in the accounts, and Mr. Krueper indicated that most of the money was.received from the Water Works customers within 30 days. He stated that an amount of only approximately $3,000 was delinquent because the department shuts off the water, and the individual must then pay a service charge to have the water turned back on. Council President Nemeth indicated that, in the ordinance passed last year, it was indicated that the estimated income was to be included. Councilman Miller felt that a figure for expenses and income and fund balances should be included in the ordinance. Mr. Krueper indicated that, in 1973, that informa- tion had been provided. Councilman Miller felt the Council should hold off action on the budget ordinance until that information was made available to the Council. He suggested that the Council delay a vote on Councilman Kopczynski's motion until the following week and the ordinance be con- tinued until that time. Mr. Rollin Farrand, Director of the Department of Public Works, indicated that he could see no problems with the delay until the information requested was receive4 He hoped that the public hearing could be continued until the November 12th meeting, and he stated that it was not necessary to put the Council's requests in the form of motions; that he would be willing to provide them with whatever information they requested. Councilman Miller made a motion to continue the public hearing on the Water Works budget until the November 12th meeting, with the provision that, if any councilman had any questions, he be given the opportunity to ask them at this time. Councilman Parent seconded the motion. At this time, Councilman Kopczynski indicated that he would withdraw his motion concerning the monthly computer printouts, and Councilman Miller indicated that he would withdraw his second to that motion. Council President Nemeth wondered about the rental of office equipment as listed on page 5. Mr. Krueper indicated that three IBM ke, punch machines were rented and also a Pitney Bowes machine. He indicated that this was covered in one lump sum elsewhere in the past. Council President Nemeth asked about the amount in Account 26; Mr. James Barcome, City Controller, stated that the Water Works amounts are for programming and billing costs. Council President Nemeth wondered about the amount in Account 273. Mr. Krueper indicated that there were about 500 stop boxes which needed repair. He hoped that when this was taken care of, there would only be about 30 boxes a year to repair. Council President Nemeth wondered about the leak insurance fund. Mr. Krueper indicated that, when a customer calls about a leak, a determination was made whether or not this should be covered under the leak insurance. He stated that, if the city started maintaining the service line to the stop boxes, 12� would take care of the maintenance. Council President Nemeth asked about the balance in the meter deposit fund. Councilman Miller stated that, last year, it was $155,000. Council President Nemeth indicated that that would make the amount $105,000. On page 9, he questioned the depreciation fund. He asked about the watermain extensions to be made. Mr. Krueper indicated that, last year, the amount in the depreciation fund was $216,000. He then talked about the extensions to be made under the U.S. 20 Bypass, a section by Pinhook itself, and areas recently annexed to the city. Councilman Serge wondered about the supply account and the estimated figure. Mr. Krueper stated that all amounts were rounded out and were based upon projection. Councilman Horvath wondered how many people in South Bend had faulty stop boxes where the water could not be shut off. Mr. Krueper indicated that, if need be, the Water Works can dig to the main to shut off the water. Councilman Taylor talked about the Clyde Williams report made in 1961. He wondered about the recommendations made regarding the flushing of the mains. Mr. William Dillon, an employee of the Water Works, indicated that the report prepared set forth five recommendations: the construction of a filter plant at Edison; the construction of a filter plant at Pinhook; revision of the operations at the north station by abandoning Well No. 2 and utilizing Well No. 6; adoption of a regular cleaning program; and temporary stabilization by the addition of selected phosphates. Council President Nemeth made a motion to amend the ordinance as recommended by Mr. Krueper, as follows: Increase Foreman I positions at North Pumping Station to two positions at a total salary of $17,768. Reduce Foreman II positions at North Pumping Station to two positions at a total salary of $19,126. REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1974 TTEE OF THE.WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) Correct total.from $276,454 to $275,775. Account 120.0 to read: Salaries and Wages, Temporary, at $22,000. Account 130.0 to read: Extra and Overtime, 6000 hrs. at $6.50 /hr. at $39,000. The amount of total services personal to read $1,204,567. Reduce Account 310.0 to zero. Reduce Account 372.0 to $15,000. Increase Account 381.0 to $22,700. Add a new account, 383.0, Maintenance Materials, Miscellaneous, at $15,000. The amount of total supplies to read $211,909. Add a new account, 505.0, Miscellaneous Expense - Petty Cash, at $4,500. Increase Account 585.0 to $38,774. The amount of total current charges to read $497,554. The total amount of the Operation and Maintenance Fund to read $2,331,952. Councilman Horvath seconded the motion to amend. The motion carried. There was a call for the question, and the motion to continue the ordinance to the November 12, 1974, meeting carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE BUREAU OF SOLID WASTE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Michael Vance, Fiscal Officer, made the pre- sentation for the ordinance. He stated that the budget for 1975 was proposed at a figure of $317,205 compared to $277,938 for 1974. He indicated that the reason for the 14% increase was mainly an increase in the salaries of employees and the amount of $27,000 for the purchase of three new cab and chassis. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, wondered about the Other Contractuals Account, and Mr. Vance indicated that this takes in the land- fill costs and subscriptions and dues. Mr. Evans wondered about the reduction in Account 252, and Mr. Vance indicated that $4,000 was being requested for outside contractual repairs, and the rest of this appeared in the 300 series accounts. Mr. Evans indicated that last year's budget showed ar estimated income. He wondered if the current year's income was correct. Mr. Vance indicated that this was not correct because it was based on 10,000 customers and that figure has not been reached as yet. Councilman Horvath wondered about the possibility of taking the amount of $27,000 out of motor equipment. Mr. Vance stated that hopefully some money could be transferred this year for one cab and chassis and three cab and chassis could then be purchased next year. He indicated that Councilman Horvath was referring to another budget. Councilman Parent complimented Mr. Koloszar and the department on the fine job done, and he stated that he hoped the public realized that this program subsidized the senior citizens in the amount of approximately $80,000. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Council, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE BUREAU OF SANITATION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard.. Mr. Michael Vance, Fiscal Officer, made the (presentation for the ordinance. He explained that the 1975 budget was proposed at $584,000 com- pared to $569,000 for 1974. He stated that one employee had been cut. He indicated that fleet (coverage on the vehicles had been eliminated through error and also an awards and indemnities laccount. Councilman Miller made a motion to reduce Account 726.0 to zero, seconded by Councilman 'Kop.czynski. The motion carried. Councilman Taylor then made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably, as amended, to the Council, seconded by Councilman Serge. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, wondered about the other garage and motor account reduction. Mr. Vance indicated that the account had been split for accounting purposes, and a total of $24,000 had been requested. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. _REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1974 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Michael Vance, Fiscal Officer, made the pre- sentation for the ordinance. He explained that the proposed budget had been computed at $2,204,27 a 23% increase over 1974. He stated that outstanding items included chemicals which were only budgeted for six months. He indicated that there would be a $165,000 deficit in operations for 1975. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, wondered about Account 214. He asked about the increase. Mr. Vance stated that extensions and intercoms for the telephones would have to be installed throughout the plant in the five buildings. Mr. Evans wondered about the decrease in electric current. Mr. Vance stated that this figure was arrived at by going through normal usage. He indicated that many amounts were figured on the plant going into full operation. Councilman Kopczynski felt the Waste Water Treatment Plant was a well -run operation. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Council, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING ALL PARKING METER FEES AND FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1975 TO THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE USES AND PURPOSES SET FORTH THEREIN, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 208 OF THE ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF INDIANA OF 1965. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Walter Lantz, Deputy Controller, made the presentation for the ordinance. He indicated that there was an $11,000 increase in the budget over last year because of the increase in salaries. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, indicated that Account 590 has not always been honored. Mr. Lantz indicated that the money paid to the meter maids was paid out of the General Fund, and the paybac] was budgeted in the Parking Meter Fund. He indicated that, if there is a surplus after bond pay- ments, the General Fund can be repaid. Council President Nemeth wondered about the amount for travel expense and motor equipment. Mr. Julius Berta, Parking Meter Supervisor, stated that this was set up for a meeting of the Cities and Towns in Indianapolis this year. In the motor equip- ment, the amount was used for replacement of equipment. Council President Nemeth wondered about the amount in the fund at the present time, and Mr. Lantz indicated that this amount would revert to the Parking Meter Fund at the end of the year if not used. This permits the department to spend a certain amount of money for motor equipment if the need arises. Councilman Miller wondered about the balance in the Parking Meter Fund. Mr. Lantz indicated that, on a cash basis, as of October 10th, the Parking Meter Fund was at $61,000, Parking Garages at $71,000 and Parking Sinking Fund at $41,000. Based on previous receipts to date, another $120,000 would be received between the present time and December 31. Bond requirements will have to be met, and he stated that the amount of $251,000 would be needed for expenses, with a $42,000 surplus. The amount of $306,000 was needed for bond payments. Councilman Miller wondered if the budgets were no higher than anticipated income. Mr. Lantz stated that there would be some income from the Parking Meter violations which would create the surplus to meet the bond payments. Councilman Kopczynski asked for a clarification on the amount of $350 in Account 722. Mr. Lantz indicated that this was budgeted in case of need. He indicated that, otherwise, an additional appropriation might have to be made. Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Council, seco by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING ALL PARKING GARAGE FEES AND FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1975 TO THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE USES AND PURPOSES SET FORTH THEREIN, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 190 OF THE ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF INDIANA OF 1955. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Walter Lantz, Deputy Controller, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that there was a $25,000 increase in the budget ove: last year. An amount of $18,000 was needed for salaries, plus the addition of two persons from the EEA program. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, was con- cerned about the handling of the promotional work done in attracting customers to use the parking garages. He wondered if consideration should be given to additional funds for this purpose in an effort to increase the revenues. Mr. Lantz felt the important thing was having an individual to set up a program. Mr. Evans questioned whether or not the city should be responsible for taking up the slack left off by the federal government under the EEA program. Councilman Taylor wonderec if the two positions could be picked up by the new Manpower program. Mr. Lantz indicated that, a• the time the budget was prepared, the qualifications and requirements were not known for the Manpower program., He stated that, if the individuals could not be picked up by some other source it was anticipated that the budget would take care of the positions. Mr. James Barcome, City Controller, indicated that this year the positions had been split within the department and some retired persons and college students had been working, thus saving the city money in the extra and overtime accounts. Regarding the EEA positions, he indicated that this was mainly for securi- reasons and should be continued. Councilman Parent stated that the Manpower- funded slots have lessened the burden to the taxpayers, and he disagreed with Mr. Evan's statement on whether or not the city should be responsible for taking up the slack from the federal government. Councilman Miller suggested that the temporary help be uniformed in order to look more like attendants, and Mr. Ed Smith, Acting Manager of the Parking Garages, indicated that jackets are being negotiated for the winter months. He stated that a short- sleeve shirt was worn during the summer months wit] an insignia on the sleeve. Councilman Miller wondered about increasing the rates to help increas4 revenues. Mr. Barcome felt this would have to be done eventually. He indicated that, until a little more was known about the downtown area, it was decided to wait and see what would happen REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1974 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) with Associates' proposed plans in the downtown area. Councilman Horvath wondered about the amoun of $900 in the postage account, and Mr. Lantz indicated that this was used for the billings on monthly rentals, validations, transfers on validations and notices to customers. Council Presiden Nemeth wondered if it was possible to charge more at one garage than at another. Mr. Lantz stated that he felt this could not be done. He stated that this could be pursued from a legal point of view, however. Councilman Serge wondered if any promotional money was used in the past, and Mr. Barcome indicated that the downtown businessmen have helped promote the garages and so has the South Bend Tribune. He felt this would be an additional expense the city could not afford at the present time. Councilman Horvath made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Council, seconded by Councilman Serge. The motion carried. There being no further business to come before the Committee of the Whole, Councilman Taylor made a motion to rise and report to the Council, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried ATTEST: CITY CLERK REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED .. Be it remembered that the regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana reconvened in the Council Chambers at 9:30 p.m., Council President Nemeth presiding and nine members present. REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE ON MINUTES To the Common Council of the City of South Bend: Your committee on the inspection and supervision of the minutes, would respect- fully report that they have inspected the minutes of the October 14, 1974, regular meeting of the Council and found them correct. They, therefore, recommend that the same be approved. s/ Peter J. Nemeth Councilman Newburn made a motion that the report be accepted as read and placed on file and the minutes be approved, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Councilman Taylor made a motion to waive the reading of the report of the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Counciln Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). REPORTS FROM AREA PLAN COMMISSION The Honorable Common Council City of South Bend County -City Building South Bend, Indiana 46601 October 16, 1974 In Re: A proposed ordinance and site development plan of The George F. Burnett Company, Inc. to zone from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "E" Heavy Industrial, "C" Height and Area, property located at the intersection of the Penn Central Railroad and Ireland Road, City of South Bend. Gentlemen:; The attached rezoning petition of the George F. Burnett Company, Inc. was legally advertised October 5 and October 12, 1974. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing October 15, 1974, at which time the following action was taken: "Mr. Lehman moved that the Commission accept and approve the petitioner's request that the petition be amended to read from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "E" Heavy Industrial, "C" Height and Area. His motion was seconded by Joseph Bajdek and unanimously carried. Upon a motion then made by Robert Lehman being seconded by Joseph Bajdek and unanimously carried, the petition of the George F. Burnett Company, Inc. to zone from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "E" Heavy Industrial, "C" Height and Area, property located at the inter- section of the Penn Central Railroad and Ireland Road, City of South Bend, is favorably recommended to the Common Council, by the Area Plan Commission." Attached hereto are copies of the final site plan. The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at the above decision are shown in the minutes of that public hearing and will be forwarded to you at a later date to be made a part of this report. Very truly yours, RSJ /cm s/ Richard S. Johnson attach. Executive Director cc: Richard W. Morgan, Attorney George F. Burnett Company, Inc. REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 21, 1974 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance referred to in the report for public hearing and second reading on November 12, 1974, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. The Honorable Common Council City of South Bend County -City Building South Bend, Indiana 46601 October 16, 1974 In Re: A proposed ordinance and site development plan of Hartman Builders, Inc. (Indiana and Michigan Electric Company, Inc.) to zone from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "D" Light Industrial, "A" Height and Area, property located at the northeast corner of Bendix Drive and Lathrop Street, City of South Bend. Gentlemen: The attached rezoning petition of Hartman Builders, Inc. (Indiana and Michigan Electric Company, Inc.) was legally advertised October 5 and October 12, 1974. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing October 15, 1974, at which time the following action was taken: "Upon a motion by Kenneth Woods being seconded by Joseph Simeri, and carried with Frank Miles abstaining, the petition of Hartman Builders, Inc. (Indiana and Michigan Electric Company, Inc). to zone from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "D" Light Industrial, "A" Height and Area, property located at the northeast corner of Bendix Drive and Lathrop Street, City of South Bend, is favorably recommended to the Common Council, by the Area Plan Commission." Attached hereto are copies of the final site plan. The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at the above decision are shown in the minutes of that public hearing and will be forwarded to you at a later date to be made a part of this report. Very truly yours, s/ Richard S. Johnson RSJ /cm Executive Director attach. cc: Hartman Builders, Inc. I & M Electric Co. (Tom Manak) Jack C. Dunfee, Jr. (Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance referred to in the report for public hearing and second reading on November 12, 1974, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. (ORDINANCES, SECOND READING (ORDINANCE NO. 5750 -74 AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING SMOKING AND THE CARRYING OF LIGHTED OBJECTS UPON BUSES. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to pass the ordinance as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL WATER WORKS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. Councilman Taylor made a motion to continue the ordinance to the November 12, 1974, meeting of the Council, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 5751 -74 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE BUREAU OF SOLID WASTE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to pass the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Serge. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). ORDINANCE NO. 5752 -74 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE BUREAU OF SANITATION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. MEETING REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) OCTOBER 21, 1974 This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to pass the ordinance as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). ORDINANCE NO. 5753 -74 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1975, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1975, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING THE TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to pass the ordinance, seconde by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). ORDINANCE NO. 5754 -74 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING ALL PARKING METER FEES AND FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1975 TO THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE USES AND PURPOSES SET FORTH THEREIN, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 208 OF THE ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF INDIANA OF 1965. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to pass the ordinance, second by Councilman Horvath. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). ORDINANCE NO. 5755 -74 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING ALL PARKING GARAGE FEES AND FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1975 TO THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CIVIL CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE USES AND PURPOSES SET FORTH THEREIN, IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 190 OF THE ACTS OF THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF INDIANA OF 1955. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to pass by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and ORDINANCES, FIRST READING ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND A. H. CHOITZ AND COMPANY, INCORPORATED,` SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN EQUIPMENT IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $14,562.00. the ordinance, sec ayes (Councilmen Nemeth) . This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion that the ordinance be set for public hearing and second reading on November 12, 1974, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to set the first regular meeting in November on November 12, 1974, at 7:00 p.m., instead of November 11, 1974, due to the holiday being celebrated, seconded Councilman Newburn. The motion carried. There being no further business to made a motion to adjourn, seconded adjourned at 9:35 p.m. ATTEST: CITY CLERK come before the Council, unfinished or new, Councilman Taylor by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried, and the meeting AP . 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