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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-10-75 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1975 REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 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, November 10, 1975, at 7:03 p.m., Council President Roger O. 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, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent. ABSENT: None. 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, November 10, 1975, at 7:05 p.m., with nine members present. Chairman Odell Newburn presided. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $195,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS FIRE EQUIPMENT, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS BUREAU OF FIRE SAFETY. Council President Parent made a motion to refer the ordinance to the Committee of the Whole because of the number of questions raised concerning the bid procedure, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 20 -18 AND 20 -55, CHAPTER 20, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, IN THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, 1971. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Council President Parent made the presentation for the ordinance. He indicated that the ordinance would allow for free parking downtown on Monday nights and Saturdays. He explained that the cost to the city in lost revenues would be $355 per week for a six -week period or $1,592. He stated that approximately $900 would be lost the parking garages. The total loss would be approximately $2,492. To compensate for this, he was proposing an ordinance to transfer funds from the Council's budget. He felt the intent of t free parking ordinance was to do away with the obnoxious parts of the parking meter system. He also felt the proposal might help to generate more traffic in the downtown area. Mr. Simon Brazy, 1136 Helmen Drive, felt there should be a review of the parking meter system. He showed the Council a number of parts taken from the parking meters which have been found in people's yards recently. He felt that it would be nice if people could come downtown Monday evenings and Saturdays without having to worry about parking. He wondered if there was more expense than income in some of the areas regarding the parking meters. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, assumed that the Council would agree to the transfer of funds from its account to supplement the loss in paid parking. He wondered about next year and the needs of the parking garage system. Council President Parent indicated that his intent was to propose the free parking on a four -month experimental period although it was not specifi- cally stated in the ordinance. He felt a long look would be given to the parking situation.: Mr. Evans indicated that he was concerned about the fact that the parking garages were not relying on their own revenues to pay them off. He stated that it was originally intended that the garages would rely on their own revenues. Mrs. Jane Swan, 2022 South Swygart Avenue, stated that a person could not take advantage of someone else's unexpired time. She felt this situation should be rectified. She felt that all meters should be workable and accomplish this. Councilman Kopczynski asked if the downtown merchants had suggested anything they could do to help the situation. Council President Parent stated that he had talked to a few of the downtown merchants, but he had not requested that they participate financially. He felt they were doing other things and a certain momentum was starting. Councilman Kopczynski wondered if the program would be monitored to evaluate the program. Council President Parent felt it would be very hard to assess the program in only a few months. He stated that the whole parking situation had gotte a bad name lately, and he felt anything that would be helpful should be tried. Councilman Nemeth made a motion to amend the ordinance in Section III as follows: This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the Common Council, its approval by the Mayor, the fulfillment of all statutory require- ments and publication as required by law, and subject also to the appropriation of funds to cover any loss of revenue caused by the reduction in paid parking. Council President Parent seconded the motion to amend. The motion carried. Councilman Nemeth indicated that, under the parking bond ordinance, the city must pay for what was taken away. He indicated that this was the reason he had made the amendment to the ordinance. Councilman Miller asked the City Engineer or Controller to express their opinion on the ordinance. Mr. Rollin Farrand, Director of the Department of Public Works, indicated that the biggest concern of the administration was the money to cover the loss of revenue, and he felt the Council had addressed itself to that issue with the proposed ordinance to transfer funds for that purpose. Councilman Miller indicated that he was opposed to the ordinance. He stated that the cost, on an annual basis, would be about $20,000, and he was concerned about this because a time limit had not been identified in the ordinance. Secondly, he felt there wasn't a great deal of income from the meters; however, he expressed concern about employees parking in the metered (free) spaces in front of the stores. He wondered about providing more 12- minute meters for quick turnover. He felt the meters were doing other things which were important for business. He felt it was con- trary to the concept of the bond ordinance to allow free parking, and he wondered about a lawsuit REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1975 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) against the city. He indicated that he supported Mayor Miller's proposal regarding parking. He concluded by indicating that he felt the "symptom and not the disease was being treated ". Councilman Serge indicated that the businessmen were concerned about who would occupy the free parking spaces. He stated that they hoped their own employees would not utilize the spaces. He felt something was drastically needed to "boost the heart of South Bend ". Councilman Szymkowiak also talked about the problem of employees parking in the free spaces. He felt there was sufficier vacant land in the downtown area which could be utilized for parking. He felt the parking garage on Colfax Avenue was a "white elephant and he again stated that the vacant land downtown should be utilized for free parking. Councilman Horvath indicated that he supported the ordinance for this year; however, he wondered what would be done in January or February. He felt a time limit should be included in the ordinance. Council President Parent felt it was not right to set time limits on ordinances. He indicated that the next administration would be actively studying the matter for a solution. He stated that he did not know where the money would come from in 1976. Councilman Horvath felt there was not sufficient money for the program in 1976. Council President Parent felt money would be found for the program because it would only cost, at the most, $2,000 a month. He stated that he was not sure of the revenue loss and it could possibly be even less than what he had figured. Councilman Kopczynski wondered about the operation of the Jefferson Street garage. He asked about the rate of occupancy. Mr. Farrand indicated that, generally, that garage was full and it fluctuated according to the hourly parkers. Councilman Kopczynski wondered if it was able to sustain itself financially. Mr. Farrand indicated that those revenues were high enough and the garage "pretty well breaks even ". Councilman Kopczynski felt it would be well if the administration would provide a breakdown of the revenues from each garage. He felt the Jefferson Street garage should be excluded from the proposal. Mr. Farrand indicated that he had available the breakdown for each garage and this information was submitted to the Council every month. Councilman Kopczynski felt the garages should be treated separately in the budget, as well as the monthly breakdown. Councilman Taylor indicated that he wanted to show a willingnes, to experiment with the parking situation. He felt a solution would be found and some action would be taken by the next administration. Councilman Taylor made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably, as amended, to the Common Council, seconded by Councilman Serge. The motion carried, with Councilman Miller opposing, At this time, Chairman Newburn recognized Boy Scout Troop No. 584 from St. Anthony's Parish. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND SHAMROCK FORD TRUCK SALES, INC. OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 1976 TRUCK IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $6,524.00. 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 explained that bids for purchase of the truck were let according to the statutes, and the contract had been awarded to Shamrock Ford Truck Sales by the Water Works Commissioners on October 6th. He stated that this bid had been $200 lower than the other three bids received. He indicated that a 1965 Chevrolet would be traded in for $600. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, indicated that, in the 1975 budget, it was proposed that a certain truck be replaced. He wondered if this was the truck, and Mr. Krueper indicated that it was. There were no comments or questions from the Council members. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, seconded by Councilman Serge. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $45,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT FUND FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. 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 indicated that the request for Community Development funds would be used for improvements to the Western Avenue viaduct, includin lighting and painting. He indicated that lights would be installed at a capital improvement cost of $14,375. He stated that the lights would be city - owned and would save the city approximately $2,495 per year which would normally be paid to the Indiana and Michigan Electric Company. He indicated that approximately $600 would be used for painting the viaduct which would be accomplish in spring, utilizing the summer program employees. He stated that the balance of the funds would be used to supplement curb replacement throughout the city. Councilman Serge wondered if anything had been done to help the flooding in the area of the via- duct. Mr. Farrand indicated that the sewers were kept as clean as possible; however, the city had not addressed itself to additional sewers. Councilman Kopczynski wondered about a set figure on the curb replacement program. Mr. Farrand indicated that he would come back to the Council for approval for the curb replacement programs if the Council desired. Councilman Kopczynski indicated that the flooding Councilman Serge had referred to had been alleviated to quite a degree except in cases of very heavy rains. Councilman Szymkowiak felt there was a great need for lighting under the viaduct. He felt the citizens were fearful of stopping at the stop lights at the viaduct because there was not adequate lighting. Councilman Miller wondered about.the curb replacement program. Mr. Farrand indicated that about $200,000 had been given for curb replace- ment, and about $75,000 was allocated for the Walnut Street project. He indicated that that money had been spent for the projects with some funds used for Westmoor Street, Miami Street, Walnut Street retaining walls, and Huron Street. He indicated that bad street areas were located on Kaley, Meade and Monroe, and there was need for curb replacement on Johnson Street and some parts of Campeau Street; also, an area on Wilber, and Oakside west of Fellows. He stated that he hoped the department could do a great.deal of the work itself. Councilman Miller wondered if these REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1975 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) funds were being balanced out in the areas, and Mr. Farrand indicated that they were. Councilman Taylor wondered if it was cheaper to use city manpower for the projects or let contracts. Mr. Farrand felt that, at this time, it was cheaper to use the city's manpower in some areas. Yet there were certain times of the year when the manpower was definitely not available for the projects. Councilman Horvath wondered if there was any other place in town where the city owned its own lights. Mr. Farrand indicated that the city owned the lights downtown. Councilman Horva wondered how many individual lights were being considered for the viaduct project. He felt there was a savings to the city in the case of city -owned lights. Mr. Farrand indicated that the only drawback of city -owned lights was that, if the lights were damaged, the city had to pay for the repair. He agreed with Councilman Horvath that a savings was definitely realized in city -owned lights. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $61,500.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE BUREAU OF WASTE WATER, SAID ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE SEWAGE WORKS OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FUND, AND THE SEWAGE WORKS DEPRECIATION 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. Michael Vance, Chief Deputy Controller, made the presentation for the ordinance. He indicated that some of the accounts from last year's budgei preparation had to be amended. He indicated that the administration had tried to adhere to the budget; however, the city's cost experience had been so greatly changed by the plant expansion that corrections and alterations had to be made. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, wondered if the funds appropriated for gas and water were returned in fees collected, and Mr. Vance indicated that they were. Mr. Evans wondered about Accounts 370 and 430. Mr. Vance indicated that the two accounts were used in unison; however, the repair parts account was used for major parts and some of the items were not included in the construction cost of the plant. He stated that the third stage was not in full operation when the budget was prepared in 1974. Councilman Kopczynski asked that the plant disposing of liquid wastes be treated separately from the Waste Water budget. Mr. Vance indicated that there would be no problem in getting separate figures. Councilman Kopczynski wondered who set the rate for disposal of liquid wastes. Mr. Vance indicated that it was an interim rate which had been in effect since March. Councilman Kopczynski asked that figures on the income and operational costs of the plant be forwarded to him. Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the-ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FROM THE SANITATION FUND FOR THE BUREAU OF SOLID WASTE ACCOUNT #321.0, "GASOLINE ", IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,000.00, AND ACCOUNT #722.0, "MOTOR EQUIPMENT ", IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,300.00. 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, Chief Deputy Controller, made the presentation for the ordinance. He asked that the Council delete the appropriation of $1,300 in the motor equipment account. Councilman Kopczynski made such a motion, seconded by Council President Parent. The motion carried. Mr. Vance indicated that the $8,000 in the gasoline account was being requested in conjunction with the revenue sharing ordinance passed by the Council a month or two ago for gasoline for the Department of Public Works. He stated that maintenance and small parts were purchased out of the gasoline account and additional funds were needed for the remainder of the year. When Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, questioned this remark, Mr. Vance indicated that the small parts purchased had been oil, anti - freeze, etc. Councilman Serge made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, as amended, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $14,600.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS BICENTENNIAL FUNCTIONS FOR 1976, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Douglas Simpson, Director of the River Bend Plaza, made the presentation for the ordinance. He indicated that the Bicentennial Committee had been very active in planning events for 1976. He cited a few of the accomplishments of the committee. He stated that it would be impossible to estimate the number of South Bend people who had been involved and participated in the programs. He indicated that all of this had been done without financial support from the government. He stated that it was now hoped that, for 1976, funds could be obtained from city government. He indicated that the Bicentennial Committee was a non - profit group and the funds would be used solely for the programs for the bicentennial. He stated that Community Development funds could not be used because the particular use did not fall within the guidelines. Mr. Joseph Holobyn, Jr., 1002 East Dayton, wondered if the committee had been working in the past without financial support. Mr. Simpson indicated that some funds were obtained from the Ethnic Festival and other programs. Mr. Holobyn wondered if the programs could be funded for less than REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1975 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) the $14,600 figure. Mr. Simpson indicated that the Pinhook Pageant was going to cost a great deal of money. Mr. Holobyn wondered about some kind of a ceiling on fireworks, and Mr. Simpson indi- cated that he would like to see a maximum of about $7,000. Mrs. Jane Swan, 2022 South Swygart Avenue, indicated that she supported the ordinance wholeheartedly and urged passage by the Council. Mrs. Tillie Arch, 823 Sherrill Street, supported the Ethnic Festival because of the communication with the many groups of people. Council President Parent indicated that the Bicentennial Committee had brought considerable amounts of money into the community with its various activities and events. He commended the committee for its work. He indicated that the amount requested was only a small part of the entire budget, most of which was raised from program revenues. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance be recommended favorably to the Common Council, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. There being no further business to a motion to rise and report to the ATTEST: CI CLERK REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED come before the Committee of the Whole, Councilman Taylor made Council, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. AT AIRMAN - Be it remembered that the regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of South Bend reconvened in the Council Chambers at 8:15 p.m., Council President Parent presiding and nine members present. 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 respectfully report that it has inspected the minutes of the October 20, 1975, regular meeting of the Council and found them correct. The sub - committee, therefore, recommends that the same be approved. s/ Roger O. Parent Councilman Taylor made a motion that the report be accepted as read, placed on file and the minutes approved, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to waive the reading of the report of the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Taylor. 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 AREA PLAN COMMISSION The Honorable Common Council City of South Bend County -City Building South Bend, Indiana 46601 October 22, 1975 In Re: A proposed ordinance initiated by Roger Parent and Joseph Serge to zone from "C" Commercial, "E" Height and Area, to "B" Residential, "A" Height and Area, property located in the 600 - 700 blocks of Portage Avenue, City of South Bend Gentlemen: The attached rezoning petition of Roger Parent and Joseph Serge was legally advertised October 11, 1975, and October 18, 1975. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing on October 21, 1975, at which time the following action was taken: "upon a motion by Ted Sharp, being seconded by Kenneth Woods and carried with 7 votes for and 5 against; the petition of Roger Parent and Joseph Serge to zone from "C" Commercial, "E" Height and Area, to "B" Residential, "A" Height and Area, property located in the 600 - 700 blocks of Portage Avenue, City of South Bend, is returned to the Common Council with a favorable recommendation, by the Area Plan Commission." The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at the above decision are shown in the minutes of the public hearing and will be for- warded to you at a later date to be made a part of this report. Attached for your consideration in the review of this matter is the Area Plan Commission Staff Report. RSJ:mak cc: Roger Parent Joseph Serge Very truly yours, s/ Richard S. Johnson Executive Director REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to set the ordinance referred to in the report for public hearing and second reading on December 15, 1975, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. The Honorable Common Council October 22, 1975 City of South Bend County -City Building South Bend, Indiana 46601 In Re: A proposed ordinance and site development plan of Anchor Sales (James A. Cook) to zone from "B" Residential, "C" Height and Area, to "C -1" Commercial, "C" Height and Area, property located at 800 East Jefferson, City of South Bend. Gentlemen: The attached rezoning petition of Anchor Sales (James A. Cook) was legally advertised October 11, 1975, and October 18, 1975. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing on October 21, 1975, at which time the following action was taken: "Upon a motion by Joseph Simeri, being seconded by Robert Lehman and carried with John Peddycord abstaining, the petition of Anchor Sales (James A. Cook) to zone from "B" Residential, "C" Height and Area, to "C -1" Commercial, "C" Height and Area, property located at 800 East Jefferson, City of South Bend, is returned to the Common Council with an unfavorable recommenda- tion by the Area Plan Commission." The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered at the above decision are shown in minutes of the public hearing and will be to you at a later date to be made a part of this report. Attached for your tion in the review of this matter is the Area Plan Commission Staff Report. RSJ:mak cc: James A. Cook Very truly yours, s/ Richard S. Johnson Executive Director in arriving forwarded consiaera- Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance referred to the report for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Miller. The motion carried. 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 talked about the soluble oil facility within the Waste Water Treatment Plant. He indicated that the principle users were the O'Brien Corporation, Bendix and A.M. General. He explained that industrial discharges had to be monitored according to the Environmental Protection Agency, and he felt many additional users would avail themselves of the facility. The cost was inexpensive, and there was also a reserve capacity. Mr. Farrand presented slides to the Council showing the operation of the burners, electric control panels and storage tanks. Councilman Kopczynski wondered about the chemical disposed of, and Mr. Farrand indicated that some of the solvents were brought to the facility in pure form. Mr. Michael Vance, Chief Deputy Controller, indicated that Bendix used a jet fuel which would burn at 3,400 degrees. He explaine that the unit would and must be kept cool to prevent melting. Councilman Kopczynski wondered if the energy being produced at the facility could be utilized. Mr. Vance indicated that there had been some discussion on this subject; however, nothing had been definitely decided as yet. Councilman Kopczynski wondered about the utilization of a small steam generator. Mr. Vance indicated that this had been discussed. Councilman Kopczynski wondered if there was anyone withi the department who could make a study concerning this matter, and Mr. Farrand indicated that Dave Wells was a very qualified man who could research the matter; however, time was a problem because of his many other duties. Councilman Kopczynski suggested that a committee be started for the conservation of fuels and energy. Mr. Farrand indicated that the Urban Observatory Program was looking at the matter of energy recovery. Councilman Serge indicated that the slurry seal projec ny were now completed by the city, and he wondered about ma; places° where water was accumulating and becoming stagnant. Mr. Farrand indicated that this matter was being studied on a long -range standpoint. Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion to recess, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried, and the Council recessed at 8:30 p.m. Reconvened at 8:50 p.m. ORDINANCES, SECOND READING ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $195,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS FIRE EQUIPMENT, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS BUREAU OF FIRE SAFETY. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Nemeth made a motion to refer the ordinance to the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 5906 -75 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIONS 20 -18 AND 20 -55, CHAPTER 20, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, IN THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, 1971. 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 Nemeth. The motion carried. Councilman Taylor then made a motion to pass the ordinance, as amended, seconded by Councilman REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1975 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Taylor, Kopczynski, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent) and two nays (Councilmen Miller and Horvath). ORDINANCE NO. 5907 -75 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND SHAMROCK FORD TRUCK SALES, INC. OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 1976 TRUCK IN THE TOTAL AMOUNT OF $6,524.00. 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, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). ORDINANCE NO. 5908 -75 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $45,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GRANT FUND FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to pass the ordinance, sec by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and'Parent). ORDINANCE NO. 5909 -75 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $61,500.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE BUREAU OF WASTE WATER, SAID ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE SEWAGE WORKS OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE FUND, AND THE SEWAGE WORKS DEPRECIATION FUND. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Serge made a motion to pass the ordinance, seconded 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). ORDINANCE NO. 5910 -75 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING FROM THE SANITATION FUND FOR THE BUREAU OF SOLID WASTE ACCOUNT #321.0, "GASOLINE ", IN THE AMOUNT.OF $8,000.00, AND ACCOUNT #722.0, "MOTOR EQUIPMENT ", IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,300.00. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Horvath made a motion to amend the ordinance as amended in the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. Councilman Kopczynski then made a motion to pass the ordinance, as amended, seconded 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. 5911 -75 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $14,600.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS BICENTENNIAL FUNCTIONS FOR 1976, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion to pass the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL URGING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS TO PROVIDE FREE PARKING IN THE MUNICIPAL GARAGES ON MONDAY EVENINGS AND SATURDAYS, TO EXTEND THE GREEN CURB PARKING PRIVILEGES AND TO ADJUST THE PARKING METERS. A public hearing was held at this time on the resolution. Council President Parent indicated that the resolution contained a provision to provide free parking in the municipal garages on Monday nights and Saturdays; to extend the green curb areas; and to adjust meters to take advan- tage of unused time. He indicated that the first two provisions were basically accepted by the Board of Public Works. He indicated that the resolution merely would urge the Board of Public Works to initiate the program. He stated that the legality of the resolution had been explored, and he felt there would be no problems. He felt that, if the revenues lost on the garages were replaced, and they would be, there would be no problem with the bond payments. Mr. Robert Blakeney, residing at 6140 Maimi, Chairman of the Downtown Council's Parking Committee, requested that the Council act favorably on the resolution, and he commended the Council for passing -the ordinance regarding free parking. Mr. Victor Zielinski, 1625 North Brookfield, wondered if the rental fee on the Main Street garage could be lowered. He asked that the Council consider his suggestion. Councilman Kopczynski wondered if the minutes of the meetings for the Downtown Council could be forwarded to him so that he and the Council would be more knowledgeable of the wants and needs of the committee. Councilman Miller asked Mr. Farrand, Director of the Department of Public Works, to comment on the resolution. Mr. Farrand indicated that the city was already receiving contacts from the monthly parkers concerning the possibility of a reduction. He wondered about this. Council President Parent indicated that there would be no reduction proposed for the monthly IREGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) parkers in the garages. Councilman Nemeth indicated that a very thorough study would be made on the matter, and he felt free parking in the garages might get the city "in deep water ". He wanted to be able to see a long -range solution for the garages and the bond payments. (Councilman Nemeth made a motion to table the resolution, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak. Council Vice - President Robert Taylor, who was chairing this portion of the meeting in view of the fact that Council President Parent was making the presentation for the ordinance, requested a roll call vote on the motion. The motion carried by a vote of eight ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth and Newburn) and one nay (Councilman Parent). IRESOLUTION NO. 497 -75 A RESOLUTION FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS IN THE GENERAL FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00. ALL TRANSFERS ARE BEING MADE IN THE SAME MAJOR BUDGET CLASSIFI- CATIONS WITHIN THE MORRIS CIVIC AUDITORIUM BUDGET. WHEREAS, certain extraordinary conditions have developed since the adoption of the existing annual budget so that it is now necessary to transfer money from one account to another in the same category in the annual budget for various functions of the Morris Civic Auditorium to meet such extraordinary emergencies; and WHEREAS, it has been ascertained that a certain account in the Morris Civic Auditorium budget has more money than is needed at this time. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND: Section I. That the following accounts be reduced in the amount set opposite said account, to -wit: Acct. No. Classification Item 223.0 Contractuals Heat Amount $500.00 Section II. That the following account be increased in the amount set opposite said account, to -wit: Acct. No. Classification Item Amount 214.0 Contractuals Telephone & Telegraph $500.00 That the transfer of funds as set forth in Sections I and II are required for proper and efficient operation and function of the Morris Civic Auditorium of South Bend and an extraordinary emergency is declared to exist concerning the foregoing transfer. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the Common Council of the City of South Bend. s/ Roger 0. Parent Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held at this time on the resolution. Mr. Floyd Jessup, Manager of the Morris Civic Auditorium, indicated that the transfer of funds was necessary in order to replenish the telephone account which had been depleted as of September. He felt the amount of $500 would be needed for the remainder of the year. Mr. Gene Evans, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, asked for a justification of the additional funds. Mr. Jessup indicated that, in last year's budget, the funds were also depleted and the department started falling behind. He talked about the necessity of telephone contacts for promotional means. Mr. Evans wondered about economizing in this area, and Mr. Jessup indicated that, if this was done, the revenues would be reduced somewhat. Councilman Kopczynski wondered about comparison of income and expenses for 1975. Mr. Jessup indicated that the income had improved somewhat over last year and would be approximately $36,000. He indicated that his expenses would total approximately $55,000. Councilman Serge made a motion to adopt the resolution, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). RESOLUTION NO. 498 -75 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS TO NEGOTIATE THE SALE OF LOT NUMBERED THIRTY -SEVEN (37) AS SHOWN ON THE RECORDED PLAT OF ARNOLD AND PAGIN'S SUB- DIVISION OF THE NORTH PART OF BANK OUT LOTS NUMBERED EIGHTY (80) AND EIGHTY -ONE (81) OF THE SECOND PLAT OF OUT LOTS OF THE TOWN, NOW CITY, OF SOUTH BEND, IN ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA, BY THE STATE BANK OF INDIANA, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 239 NORTH STUDEBAKER STREET. WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend, pursuant to the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend, Chapter 30A, has offered for sale Lot Numbered thirty -seven (37) as shown on the recorded plat of Arnold and Pagin's Sub - division of the North Part of Bank Out Lots Numbered Eighty (80) and Eighty -one (81) of the second plat of Out Lots of the Town, now City, of South Bend, in St. Joseph County, Indiana, by the State Bank of Indiana, commonly known as 239 North Studebaker Street, at an offering price of $575.00; and REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10 1975 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) RESOLUTION NO. 498 -75 C CONTINUED) WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend has now received an offer to purchase the property at 239 North Studebaker Street for a price of $375.00, with the additional commitment to repair the broken sidewalk and curbing and to remove all trash, debris and weeds from the property within a period of thirty (30) days; and WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works has now complied with all requirements of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend, Chapter 30A, which establishes procedures for the disposition of real property owned by the City of South Bend, and more specifically real property valued by the Board at less than $1,000. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend that: SECTION I. The Board of Public Works be authorized to negotiate a contract for the sale of Lot Numbered Thirty -seven (37) as shown on the recorded Plat of Arnold and Pagin's Sub - division of the North Part of Bank Out Lots Numbered Eighty (80) and "Eighty - one (81) of the Second Plat of Out Lots of the Town, now City, of South Bend, in St. Joseph County, Indiana, by the State Bank of Indiana, commonly known as 239 North Studebaker Street, for a total price of $375.00, with the contract to stipulate that the purchaser will repair the broken sidewalk and curbing, and remove all trash, debris and weeds from the property within a period of thirty (30) days from the date of the contract. SECTION II. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by the Common Council and approval by the Mayor. s/ Roger 0. Parent Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held at this -time on the resolution. Council President Parent indicated that the resolution should have been included in the new business portion of the meeting. He indicated that there was no need for a public hearing. He asked if the Council had any objection to the sale of the property; and there appeared to be no objection on the part of the Council. Councilma Nemeth suggested that the Council act on the resolution as long as it was included on the agenda, and he made a motion to adopt the resolution, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The resolution was adopted 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 DESIGNATING AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 5565 -73, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AS AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND (319 North William Street). This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance-for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE DESIGNATING AND ESTABLISHING AN HISTORIC LANDMARK UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 5565 -73, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AS AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND (407 West Navarre) . This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Serge. The motion carried ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1976, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1976, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Miller. The motion carrie, 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, 1976, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1976, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The moti carried. REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10 1975 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) 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, 1976, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1976, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion 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, 1976, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1976, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT (1). This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion 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, 1976, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1976, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT (2). This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING ALL PARKING GARAGE FEES AND FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1976 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 first reading. Councilman Nemeth made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING ALL PARKING METER FEES AND FUNDS FOR THE YEAR 1976 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 first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 5912 -75 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING $170.45 FROM ACCOUNT 261.2, "TITLE INSURANCE, ABSTRACT AND RECORDING ", TO VARIOUS ACCOUNTS WITHIN THE DEPARTMENT OF LAW BUDGET OF THE GENERAL FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to suspend the rules and take action on the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). The ordinance then had second reading. Miss Kathleen Cekanski, Deputy City Attorney, made the presentation for the ordinance. She explained that the transfer of funds was necessary in order for repair to the Norelco Recorder and for the replacement of code books. Councilman Nemeth made a motion to pass the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING $2,600.00 FROM VARIOUS ACCOUNTS WITHIN THE COMMON COUNCIL BUDGET OF THE GENERAL FUND OF THE CITY OF.., SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, TO ACCOUNT 261, "PROMOTIONAL EXPENSE ", OF THE PARKING METER FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on December 15, 1975, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 10, 1975 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 5766 -74, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 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. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on December 15, 1975, seconded by Councilman Taylor. There was a brief discussion on whether or not December 15th would be too late in the year for action on the ordinance, after which Councilman Kopczynski withdrew his motion and Councilman Taylor with- drew his second to that motion. Councilman Miller then made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4207 ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING THE INCREASE OF SEWAGE CHARGES TO ALL USERS OF CITY SEWER SERVICE OR CITY WATER SERVICE FOR THE PURPOSE OF REPAIR AND /OR REPLACEMENT OF WATER SERVICE LINES, SHUT -OFF BOXES AND WATER METER MANHOLES (AS AMENDED) ". This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on December 15, 1975, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING $38,129.85 IN THE GENERAL PARK FUND. ALL TRANSFERS ARE BEING MADE IN VARIOUS BUDGET CLASSIFICATIONS WITHIN THE GENERAL PARK FUND. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on November 24, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 5913 -75 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $32,800.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Nemeth made a motion to suspend the rules and take action on the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Newburn. The motion carried by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn. and Parent). The ordinance then had second reading. Mr. Michael Vance, Chief Deputy Controller, indicated that, included in the transfers, an amount of $1,200 was needed to cover the increase i postage costs. The largest portion would be transferred to the insurance. He explained that the city's liability insurance, motor vehicle insurance, collision insurance, and any extra insurance such as activity insurance on River Bend Plaza was involved. An adjustment was made in the liability insurance rates after the 1975 budget had been adopted. He stated that the same proble: would be encountered in 1976 with the budget. Councilman Kopczynski wondered about the equipment that would be insured. Mr. Vance indicated that eight Mack trucks were purchased by the city on a lease - purchase type of agreement. He stated that the insurance was required by the bank. Councilman Kopczynski indicated that the Council had been told this insurance would not be necess and now a transfer was needed. Mr. Vance indicated that the administration had been under the impression in the past that the insurance was not needed. Councilman Kopczynski wondered if all the fire trucks had been paid for, and Mr. Vance indicated that he thought all the trucks were paid for and the insurance was not required. Councilman Miller 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, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $15,000.00 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 Kopczynski made a motion to set the ordinance for public hearing and second reading on December 15, 1975, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The moti carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $5,000.00 TO ACCOUNT 260.0, "OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ", AND $7,000.00 TO ACCOUNT 370.0, "OTHER SUPPLIES ", WITHIN THE BUDGET OF THE BUREAU OF SANITATION, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE SEWAGE WORKS GENERAL FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Horvath made a motion to set the ordinance for publ hearing and second reading on December 15, 1975, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 5914 -75 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $625.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE BUREAU OF COMMUNICATIONS, ALL ACCOUNTS (continued) '3 REGULAR MEE' -I NOVEMBER 10, 1975 REGULAR MEETING — RECONVENED (CONTINUED) ORDINANCE NO. 5914 -75 (CONTINUED) BEING WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion to suspend the rules and take action on the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried by a roll call vot( of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). The ordinance then had second reading. Councilman Serge made a motion to pass the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Nemeth. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). ORDINANCE NO. 5915 -75 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $60.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION FUND, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION FUND, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to suspend the rules and take action on the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried by a roll call vot of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). The ordinance then had second reading. Councilman Kopczynski wondered why the transfer was needed. Mr. Michael Vance, Chief Deputy Controller, stated that he thought the funds were needed for attendance at a conference. Councilman Miller made a motion to pass the ordinance seconded by Councilman Nemeth. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of six ayes (Councilmen Serge, Miller, Taylor, Horvath, Nemeth and Newburn) and three nays (Councilmen Szymkowiak, Kopczynski and Parent). ORDINANCE NO. 5916 -75 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $7,100.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE BUREAU OF FIRE PROTECTION, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND, CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion to suspend the rules and take action on the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak. The motion carried by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent). The ordinance then had second reading. Councilman Kopczynski wondered if any major parts for repairs were being purchased because of the transfer. Mr. Michael Vance, Chief Deputy Controller, indicated that he did not know. Mr. James Barcome, City Controller, indicated that nothing major would be purchased--only incidental items. Councilman Miller 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, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Nemeth, Newburn and Parent NEW BUSINESS Councilman Newburn made a motion to schedule one regular Council meeting in December, to be held of Monday, December 15, 1975, seconded by Councilman Serge. The motion carried. Council President Parent indicated that the time of the meeting would be determined at ,a later date. Councilman Horvath made a motion to start the November 24th regular meeting at 6:00 p.m., rather than 7 :00 p.m., seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. Councilman Taylor asked about the status of the leaf pick -up program for the City of South Bend. He felt there was some confusion on which streets were being cleaned and on what days this was beir done. Mr. Rollin Farrand, Director of the Department of Public Works, indicated that the heavier areas of the city had been covered at least once and hopefully more trips would be made, depending) upon the weather. Councilman Taylor wondered if there was a schedule for certain areas regarding pickup. It was indicated that a schedule had been published in the newspaper. Councilman Taylor felt some areas were not being covered. Councilman Kopczynski indicated that, in his area, a good leaf pickup program was utilized. He credited Mr. Joseph Gawrysiak, the foreman in that area, for this. He suggested that the councilmen check with their area foremen concerning leaf pickup. Councilman Miller felt more equipment was needed and he recommended that this be accomplished in 1976 He indicated that the citizens in his district had requested that the total program and schedule be published so that ample time would be given for raking and bagging, etc. He acknowledged that leaf pickup was a difficult thing. There being no further business to come before the Council, unfinished or new, Councilman Taylor made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried, and the meeting adjourned at 9;45 p.m. ATTESTS CITY CLERK APPROVED..-, +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++.y +++++++ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + ++