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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-10-75 Council Meeting Minutes++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++. )/.. + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + ++ REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 1975` Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend met in the Council Chambers of the County-City Building on Monday, March 10, 1975, at 7:00 p.m., Council President Roger 0. Parent presiding. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Parent. ABSENT: Councilman Nemeth Note: Councilman Nemeth arrived at approximately 7:30 p.m. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried. 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, Marsh 10, 1975, at 7:02 p.m., with eight members present and one member absent. Chairman Odell Newburn presided. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $350,000 FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER SINKING AND BUILDING FUND, TO PROJECT CS -7, OLIVE STREET SANITARY SEWER TRUNK RECONSTRUCTION, WITHIN SAID FUND. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. David Wells, Manager of the Bureau of Design and Administration, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that the Olive Street sewer was in very poor condition and cave -ins have.been experienced which have proven expensive to repair. In addition, much inconvenience has resulted from the sewer and street repairs`. He stated that bids were let which contained approximately a 10 contingency. He asked that the amount of the appropriation be reduced to $300,000. Councilman Kopczynski so moved, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak. The motion carried. Councilman Miller wondered if the project provided for separation of the sewers, and Mr -. Wells indicated that there would be separate storm and sanitary sewers. Councilman Miller wondered about the amount appropriated for the design of the project. Mr. Wells indicated that $10,000 had been appropriated for that portion of the project. Councilman Miller wondered about the normal design fee, and Mr. Wells stated that the normal fee starts at a minimum of 10% and then starts falling off. He talked about the method of contracting and the estimated cost of the job, using the normal percentage of the engineer's curve. The project became a great deal larger than originally anticipated, according to Mr. Wells. Councilma Miller stated that the project was a re- design. He wondered if this was as complex as a new project. Mr. Wells indicated that the ,project involved a great deal of work. He stated that it was not a simple task. Councilman Miller wondered about the bids received, and Mr. Wells stated that the engineer's estimate was $274,000. The low bid was $273,126.70, and 10% was added to that as a contingency for a total of $300,000. He stated that the bid was from H. DeWulf Contractors. Councilman Miller wondered about the 10 added to the cost, and Mr. Wells explained that this was merely a contingency in case of change orders. He stated that any change orders must be justifie . Councilman Kopczynski wondered if this was for the duct line construction, and he asked about the balance in the Cumulative Sewer Fund. Mr. Wells indicated that this was a duct line construction, and Mr. Walter Lantz, Chief Deputy Controller, explained that there would be a balance of $900,00 in the fund after appropriation of the proposed Olive Street project. Councilman Kopczynski stated that the Council had asked that balances be given in the specific funds whenever an appropriation request for a'proj;ect was made. He hoped this would be done in the future. Councilman Taylor asked about the construction of basins, and Mr. Wells indicated that this was nct planned for the future. REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 1975 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, as amended, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $72,500.00 FROM THE SEWAGE WORKS IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR STEP ONE OF THE LABORATORY RENOVATION AND ENLARGEMENT. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Rollin Farrand, Director of the Department of Public Works, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that, because of the expansion at the Wastewater Treatment Plant and additional monitoring as required by the State Board of Health and the Environmental Protection Agency, it was found that the increased amount of testing also required an increased amount of floor space in order to perform the work. He stated that, originally it was thought an addition to the present laboratory would be sufficient. He indicated that this would have been extremely costly so the matter was re- evaluated and it was thought a more effective approach would be to relocate the present garage facility and use this structure after remodeling as the laboratory addition. By doing this, the present garage facility could be updated. He stated that a steel building could be constructed to house the garage facility and then remodel the existing garage into the lab facility. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, wondered if the garage and administration building would be connected. Mr. Farrand indicated that the administration buildin and garage would not be connected. Mr. Evans wondered about the suitability for heating and drainage. Mr. Farrand stated that the plans for the garage have not been completed but are under- way. Councilman Serge spoke in support of the project. He felt the laboratory was overcrowded, and the lab work was also being done for the Bureau of Water. Councilman Serge made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, seconded jointly by Councilman Horvath and Councilman Szymkowiak. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $12,600.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY. 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 Carrington, Public Safety Director, made the presentation for the ordinance. He stated that the funds would be used to continue the computer services being performed by the South Bend Community School Corporation. He stated that a contract with the corporation would provide the required services. It was decided to use this approach rather than trying to meet current salary increases in the hiring of a civilian director. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, stated that there was an individual within the Police Department who was to perform this function at one time. He wondered about this. Mr. Carrington indicated that that was true; however, the services have been provided all along and have been funded through the Criminal Justice Planning Grant. He felt the appro- priation of this amount was a necessity. Mr. Evans wondered if this was funded in the 1975 budget for a computer person. Mr. Carrington indicated that he did not think there was an amount budgete Mr. Evans hoped there would be no duplication of services. If not, he could see no problems with the request. Councilman Miller also wondered if this was included in any portion of the 1975 budget. He stated that the sergeant in charge of computer work retired early in 1974 and revenue sharing funds were used for the balance of the year. He wondered if this was correct. Mr. Walter Lantz, Chief Deputy Controller, indicated that, last year, the same appropriation ordinance was filed with the Council. He stated that the same amount was being requested this year. Councilman Miller wondered if there was anyone within the Police Department who could handle the program. Mr. Carrington indicated that he was not aware of anyone. He asked that Mr. Larry Low, Computer Director, explain the duties required in the job. Mr. Low stated that, about three and one -half years ago, there were three officers involved. At this time, two sworn officers were used and thi amount being requested was used as a supplement. He felt that the proper training would take a great deal of time because the background was very unique. Councilman Miller indicated that he did not understand the specific interpretation of the data. Mr. Low talked about the three terminal computers and connection into the seven surrounding states and into Indianapolis and Washington, D.C. He stated that the individual hired for the job was a technician involved in all aspects dealing with changes in the system. Councilman Miller wondered about the output in the services for the Police Department. Mr. Low stated that daily logs are run on stolen automobiles, bikes, etc. This was done according to time of day, etc. Reports were also done on a daily, weekly and monthly basis. Various information was also obtained through the system concerning criminals, etc. He talked'about police law enforcement programs and the small percentage the computer work cost the city. Councilman Miller wondered if this information could be furnished the Council, and Mr. Low indicated that this could be done. Councilman Taylor wondered if any attempt had been made to fund the program through the Criminal Justice funds. Mr. Carrington stated that the funds would be provided through Criminal Justice;.however, they are continually pulled back each year. He indicated that this was the concept of the funding from the Criminal Justice Grant. Councilman Serge made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried. There being no further business to a motion to rise and report to the ATTEST: ^ CITY CLERK come before the Committee of the Whole, Councilman Miller made Council, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ATTE 4 AIRMAN REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 1975 IIREGULAR 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 7:30 p.m., Council President Parent presiding and nine members present. Councilman Nemeth arrived at the meeting at this point. IREPORT 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 respect- fully report that it has inspected the minutes of the February 24, 1975, regular meeting of the Council and found them correct. The sub - committee, therefore, recommends that the same be approved. s/ Roger 0. Parent 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 Newburn made a motion to waive the reading of the report of the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Miller. The motion carried by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). REPORT FROM THE DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS Mr. Rollin Farrand, Director of the Department of Public Works, made his quarterly report to the Council. He explained that he was in the process of compiling the department's annual report, and he would very briefly touch upon some of the department's projects and accomplishments. He talked about the approval of the heating and ventilation of the Municipal Services Facility, and the pondi problems which have been resolved. He mentioned the various in -house projects accomplished by the Bureau of Design and Administration and talked about the sewers constructed under the Barrett Law procedure. During the last year, 70 programs were conducted at the Morris Civic Auditorium which accommodated 115,000 people and receipted $35,612. In the Bureau of Sanitation, the drag crews constructed 136,250 feet of sewers. Street center lines totalling 120 miles were painted and 5,000 gallons of paint were used for no- parking zones. Councilman Szymkowiak wondered about the vandalism done to the city cemetery. Mr. Farrand stated that, when a police report was made earlier in the spring, it was estimated there was approximately $550 in damage at that time. He indicated that the vandals since that time have been apprehended. Councilman Kopczynski commended Mr. Farrand and his staff for their assistance concerning the problems experienced in his district. He stated that the citizens and himself appreciated the services provided them. Council President Parent thanked Mr. Farrand for his presentation. (ORDINANCES, SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 5810 -75 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $350,000 FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER SINKING AND BUILDING FUND, TO PROJECT CS -7, OLIVE STREET SANITARY SEWER TRUNK RECONSTRUCTION, WITHIN SAID FUND. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to amend the ordinance as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Newburn. The motion carried. Councilman Taylor made a motion to pass the ordinance, as amended, seconded by Councilman Newburn. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylo: Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). ORDINANCE NO. 5811 -75 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $72,500.00 FROM THE SEWAGE WORKS IMPROVEMENT FUND FOR STEP ONE OF THE LABORATORY RENOVATION AND ENLARGEMENT. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to pass the ordinance, second by Councilman Serge. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). ORDINANCE NO. 5812 -75 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $12,600.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion to pass the ordinance, sec by Councilman Taylor. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen'Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). ORDINANCES, FIRST READING ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND GATES CHEVROLET CORPORATION OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN MOTOR VEHICLES IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $9,725.00. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on March 24, 1975, and also refer the ordinance to the Public Works Committee, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 1975 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND (1) INLAND CHEMICAL COMPANY, FORT WAYNE, INDIANA; AND (2) WATCON, INCORPORATED, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF CHEMICALS FOR USE FROM APRIL 1, 1975, TO APRIL 1, 1976, IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,207.00. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion to set the ordinance for publi hearing and second reading on March 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carri ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND BADGER METER, INCORPORATED, OF MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, FOR THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN WATER METERS IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $156,976.80. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion to set the ordinance for publ hearing and second reading on March 24, 1975, and also refer the ordinance to the Public Works Committee, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $35,900.00 FROM THE GENERAL PARK FUND TO ACCOUNT #260.0, OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for publi hearing and second reading on March 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Miller. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $100,000 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for publi hearing and second reading on March 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $132,000 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS HUMAN RESOURCE PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on March 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $20,686.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT FUND, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, TO THE FOLLOWING ACCOUNTS: ACCOUNT NO. 261.0, "PROMOTIONAL EXPENSE" - $18,700.00; 520.0, "RENTS" - $1,136.00; AND 725.0, "OFFICE EQUIPMENT" - $850.00, ALL ACCOUNTS WITHIN THE CIVIC CENTER BUDGET, PROGRAM F.A. 45, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CIVIC CENTER AUTHORITY. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Newburn made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on March 24, 1975, and also refer the ordinance to the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR Council President Parent asked if anyone in the audience had any comments to make concerning the appointments to be made to the Fair Campaign Practices Commission. He indicated that the appoint- ments would be made at the meeting and he asked for the audience's comments at this time. Mrs. Nancy Kommers, 314 E. Pokagon, President of the League of Women Voters, indicated that, after the Council meeting when the first appointments were not accepted, it was apparent that the Common Council was looking for volunteers. She stated that she had volunteered a member of the League o: Women Voters and had submitted this person's name to the Mayor. She indicated that she had not received a reply as yet. She felt there were civic groups in the community who had members who could serve on the commission. Council President Parent indicated that quite a few persons had also contacted him and he had referred these names to the Mayor. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Mrs. Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk, indicated that a printout of the city employees as requested by Councilman Kopczynski had been received and filed in her office. Councilman Kopczynski asked that the copy be forwarded to him. He then referred to his letter of February 14th concerning the vendor printout which he had also requested. He stated that he had received no reply on the vendor list despite several telephone calls. He read into the record a letter he had received from Mr.`James Barcome, City Controller, prior to the meeting, as follows: REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 1975 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) March 9, 1975 Mr. Walter T. Kopczynski Chairman - Administration and Finance Committee Councilman - Sixth District 441 County -City Building South Bend, Indiana 46601 Dear Councilman Kopczynski: I am in receipt of your letter dated March 3, 1975, concerning the employees list and vendor list. As in the past, the Council will receive a copy of the employees list which will be filed in the City Clerk's Office. However, I have several reserva- tions concerning your request for a copy of the computerized vendors list. As you are aware, any vendor contracting with public agencies can be wrongfully subjected to pressures, both political and otherwise, in their business. They can be harrassed by charitable and social groups if the list gets into their hands and is used for their solicitation purposes. For these reasons, I have not allowed the vendors list to be given to any charitable group or to the Civic Center Authority to be used in the current fund drive for the Century Center. I must also point out that the only reason such a list exists is to provide proper coding for data input in our financial reporting system as it is now computerized. Therefore, I must ask that you initiate a formal request through the Common Council body for this particular list. I must also ask that in your request you state what the list is to be used for and what your particular interest in the list consists of. If these requests are fulfilled, and the Common Council formally asked the City Administration to put a copy of the vendors list in the City Clerk's Office, I will do so. Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Very sincerely, s/ James V. Barcome Controller JVB:md Director - Administration and Finance cc: Mayor Jerry J. Miller Walter Lantz, Chief Deputy Controller All Council Members Councilman Kopczynski stated that, in 1973, a list of the vendors was furnished the Clerk's Office Mr. Barcome disagreed with that statement. Councilman Kopczynski stated that he was requesting this information as chairman of the Finance Committee and this was part of his duties as chairman. Mr. Barcome stated that, if the Council desired this information, he would furnish it upon a forma request from the Council. Councilman Kopczynski produced the copy of the vendor list he had obtained in 1973. He then made a motion that the Controller furnish the Council with the names of employees and vendors in order to reconcile the city budget, as per Mr. Barcome's request. Councilman Miller stated that the employee list had been provided. He stated that Councilman Kopczynski was now requesting the list of the vendors and amounts paid to them in 1974. He seconded the motion to request a vendor list showing the total amounts disbursed to them. There was a question on the motion, and Councilman Kopczynski re- stated his motion: That the Controller furnish the Council with all the names of employees and vendors that the city paid wages or did business with and the amount of money paid to each. Councilman Nemeth suggested that the motion refer to the computer printout and Councilman Kopczynski agreed. Councilman Miller seconded the re- stated motion. He then stated that Mr. Barcome had indicated in his letter that the vendor list was used only for the purpose of proper coding for data input in the city's financial reporti system. He asked if Mr. Barcome would deny that the vendor list was used in order to solicit fund for the Mayor's testimonial dinner recently held. Mr. Barcome stated that the vendor list had not been used. Many people were solicited for the testimonial by Mr. Liss. Over the years, several lists of different people have been compiled on an individual basis; however, no particular list was used for political activities. Councilman Miller indicated that the list was needed to determine a reasonable balance of city funds being disbursed with the various vendors in the city. He felt this was a part of the review by the Claims Committee. Council President Parent stated that this information was available through a study of the claims. He made a motion to amend the original motion to include that the information be placed on file in the City Clerk's Office, seconded by Councilman Miller. There was a call for the question, and the amendment to the motio carried. The motion, as amended, then carried. Council President Parent indicated that the Mayor had recommended four persons to the Fair Campaig Practices Commission. He indicated that those four individuals were Irving Smith, Dorothy Scheer, Gordon Medlock and Louvenia Cain. He read a brief biographical sketch of each individual pro- posed. Councilman Newburn made a motion to approve the names as proposed by Mayor Miller, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak. Councilman Nemeth wondered if there would be a conflict of interests concerning Mr. Smith as he was serving on the Democratic Central Committee and was now being appointed to the Fair Campaign Practices Commission. Mr. James Barcome, City Controller, indicated that a city committee would be appointed after the primary. He was sure that Mr. Smith would not be a member of that committee. He stated that Mr. Smith would not have anything to do with finances. Councilman Nemeth stated that the county chairman checks matters with the Central Committee and this dealt with the campaign. He maintained there would be a conflict of interests. He questioned whether or not this would be fair to all democratic candidates. Councilman Serge stated that the Election Board was a very respectable organization. He could not understand why the board was not appointed. Mr. Barcome stated that the County Election Board had expressed the desire not to serve as the Fair Campaign Practices Commission. Councilman Newburn made a motion to close debate, seconded by Councilman Serge. The motion carried, with Council President Parent objecting. He indicated that he had wished to make a few comments. There was a call for the A L7f;r REGULAR MEETING MARCH 10, 1975 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED ('CONTINUED) question, and the 'motion to appoint the four individuals as proposed by the Mayor carried, with Councilman Nemeth opposing. Councilman Kopczynski indicated that he had received a report from the City Attorney's Office con- cerning the prosecution of various court cases which he had earlier requested. He thanked Mr. Roemer for the report which he indicated he would review. (Councilman Serge, Chairman of -the Special Committee on Older Adults, stated that his committee had met on February 13, 1975, relative to the proposal of REAL Services for a service center for older adults. He indicated that the potential sites observed by the committee were Teachers' Credit Union, Tippecanoe Place, the Odd Fellows Building, the Federal Building, Harold Medow Building, thi Edmore Company, the Hibberd Building and the Lincoln National Life Insurance Company Building. The site selected unanimously by the committee was the Lincoln National Life Insurance Company Building on North Michigan Street. He indicated that an inspection of the building had been made by the Building Inspector and he had summarized that the structure was in good shape. Councilman Serge talked about the need for a facility to provide services for the older adults within the community. Councilman Kopczynski asked if a list could be furnished to show where REAL Services was located throughout the city, if the property was owned or leased and the operating cost of housing the REAL Services program that would be replaced with the proposed new building. Councilman Serge ,'indicated that this information could be furnished, and Mr. Lester Fox, Director of REAL Services,_ agreed with Councilman Serge. Mrs. Irene K. Gammon, City Clerk, indicated that she had received a reply from Mr. Farrand, Director of Public Works, concerning cleanup of the downtown mall area. She stated that copies were furnished the Council members. NEW BUSINESS Council President Parent talked about the environmental impact statements for the Michiana Regional.` Airport. He stated that the reports were available to the public and to the press. I Council President Parent talked about the concern-of protecting people's privacy when funds are requested for the rehabilitation of homes, etc. He referred this matter to the Human Resources and Economic Development Committee for research and study. He indicated that the concern was raised by Mr. William Hojnacki, Director of the Department of Human Resources and Economic Development. Councilman Miller made a motion to re- schedule the Council meetings in April to the lst and 3rd Monday, being April 7th and April 21st, instead of the regular meeting dates of April 14th and April 28th. The motion was seconded by Councilman Nemeth. The motion carried. There being no further business to come before the Council, unfinished or new, Councilman Taylor made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Councilman Newburn. The motion carried, and the meeting adjourned. at 8:25 p.m._ ATTEST: APPROVED:: 7f CITY CLERK PRESID N ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++- y+++++ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +1!