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REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1977
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, February 14, 1977, at 7:00 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: Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor,
Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent
ABSENT: None
Council Member Adams made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Counci:
Member Taylor. The motion carried.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
-Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend met in the Committee of the
Whole on Monday, February 14, 1977, at 7:04 p.m., with nine members present. Chairman Frank
Horvath presiding.
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED)
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AS
AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (CHAPTER 21,
MUNICIPAL CODE) (912 LAWRENCE; 100 BLOCK NORTH
SHORE DR.; VACANT LOT KNOWN AS 315 CORBY).
Council President Parent indicated that this ordinance had not received a recommendation from
Area Plan. He made a motion to delay public hearing until a determination is reached by Area
Plan, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $16,000 FROM THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR RESEARCH AD-
MINISTRATION, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS URBAN OBSERVATORY
PROGRAM.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and op-
ponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Todd Areson, Director of Urban Observatory,
made the presentation for the ordinance. He said this represented the City's share of the cash
match required for the third -year program. He said the full $16,000 would be applied toward pro-
gram administration. He indicated they presently had five research programs. Council Member
Kopczynski asked Mr. Areson which part of their work was used by the City and to what advantage.
Mr. Areson indicated they had four projects used by the City last year, one on annexation, neigh-
borhood preservation, substandard housing and an attitude survey on downtown development. Counci
Member Kopczynski made a motion that this ordinance be recommended to the Council favorable,
seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $208,855 FROM THE
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR RESEARCH AD-
MINISTRATION, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS BUREAU OF HOUSING.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and op-
ponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Keith Crighton, Director of the Bureau of
Housing, made the presentation for the ordinance. He said three hundred cities applied for this
innovative grant program and only eighteen were approved, of which South Bend was one. He said
they were now requesting the $208,855 be appropriated into the categories of $150,000 for con-
tractual services and $58,855 for administration. He said the project was intended to provide
eligible homeowners, landlords and small businessmen owning property in the approved target areas
with cash rebates based on a percentage of repairs and improvements made to the property during
the program year. The percentage varies from twenty to forty percent depending upon the type of
ownership, family size and income. He said the program is intended to act in conjunction with
existing housing programs in the preservation of housing stock in the City. He said this project
was intended for the northwest and southeast target areas. Mrs. Karen Gleason, Director of Civic
Planning, indicated the program called for only one inspector and she wondered if they had any
idea how many cases this inspector would be handling. Mr. Crighton indicated he had no idea at
this time. Mrs. Gleason indicated she was concerned they were understaffed. Council Member
Kopczynski asked how and by whom were the target areas determined. Mr. Crighton indicated the
Bureau of Planning determined the target areas, in accordance with the guidelines of the Depart-
ment of Community Development. He said they have to be in areas that are low to moderate income.
Mr. Jon Hunt, Assistant Director of Human Resources, indicated they had submitted a letter to
HUD requesting a review of existing boundaries and requesting a change. He said as of this date
he had not received an answer. Council Member Kopczynski asked if a determination had been made
as to the amount of money for each structure. Mr. Hunt indicated they had established a range
of cost based on unit size. Council Member Serge questioned if the inspection would be made prio
to repair and after repair. Mr. Crighton said they would be made before, during and after repair
Council Member Adams asked if people would receive grants under other Community Development pro-
grams could participate in this grant. Mr. Crighton indicated they were not allowed to give any
double grants in any of their programs. Council Member Adams asked what would happen if the pro-
gram lasted over a year. Mr. Hunt indicated they really did not know. He said they could run
this program until June 30, 1978. Council Member Adams asked if they could use CETA employees
to have more money for contractual services to rehab homes. Mr. Hunt indicated this might be
possible if they could find qualified applicants. Council Member Adams asked if they would look
into this. Mr. Hunt indicated they would check it out. Council Member Parent asked how many
units would be rehabilitated under this program. Mr. Crighton indicated they had no idea at this
time. Council President Parent indicated he did not think there would be enough work in this
program for a director, advisor, inspector and secretary. Mr. Crighton indicated this would be
an on -going program and there would be many reinspections and reports that would have to be sub-
mitted. Council President Parent indicated that it was difficult to accept that the program
would need all this personnel. Council Member Kopczynski asked if they had set a goal for this
project to judge its success. Mr. Hunt indicated that for every $1 of Federal money they hope
to generate $2 to $3 of private sector money. Council ' Member Kopczynski asked if they would keep
the Council appraised of the progress of the project. Mr. Hunt said he would suggest once the
program was under way the director will have to send reports to HUD, and a copy of those reports
could be sent to the Council. Council Member Miller asked if there was any provision for funding
this program in the second year. Mr. Hunt said no provision from HUD. Council Member Adams said
that when the release is made to the people, all stipulations should be made in regard to who will
be eligible. Council Member Adams asked if people who are receiving Housing Allowance could appl
for this grant. Mr. Crighton indicated they could. Council Member Adams said that we would be
overlapping with Housing Allowance. Mr. Crighton said they do not overlap, they key -in to each
other. Council Member Taylor made a motion that this ordinance be recommended to the Council
favorable, seconded by Council Member Serge. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 15 -16 OF THE
MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, AS AMENDED.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and op-
ponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Kevin Butler, attorney at law, made the pre-
sentation for the ordinance. He introduced Mr. Ray Sharp and Carl Smith from the South Bend Cab
Co., Inc. He said the drivers of both Courtesy Cab and South Bend Cab were in favor of this
increase. He said the taxicab industry is the only transportation industry in the country that
does not receive Federal funds. He said the rates in South Bend were low in comparison to the
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1977
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED)
rates throughout the country. He indicated this ordinance would increase the mileage rates
seventy -five cents for the first one -fifth (1/5) of a mile or fraction thereof; thereafter ten
cents (10�) for each additional one -sixth (1/6) of a mile or fraction thereof. He said that
between the hours of seven o'clock p.m. and five o'clock a.m. the operators may charge fifty
cents (50�) per trip in addition to the rates of fare provided. Council Member Szymkowiak asked
what percentage of passengers were senior citizens and the handicapped. Mr. Butler said he did
not know but the percentage was high. Council Member Szymkowiak indicated there should be re-
duced rates for senior citizens and the handicapped. Mr. Butler said that the members of the cab
companies would be willing to discuss this situation with him. Council Member Parent indicated
that the surcharge of fifty cents was high in comparison to the average cost of one trip. He
asked what percentage of the increase would go to the driver. Mr. Butler indicated fifty percent
would go to the driver. He said it was costly to operate cab service at night. Council Presiden
Parent asked if they serviced senior citizens at night. Mr. Butler indicated it was mostly
hotels and restaurants that were serviced. Council Member Serge made a motion to recommend this
ordinance to the Council favorable, seconded by Council President Parent. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, AND BADGER METER, INC., MILWAUKEE,
WISCONSIN, FOR THE PURCHASE OF 6, 000 5/8-
INCH WATER METERS IN THE AMOUNT OF $187,260.00.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and op-
ponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. John Stancati, Director of Utilities, made t
presentation for the ordinance. He indicated these meters had the outside reader. He said the
$187,260 was a very good price. Council Member Adams made a motion to recommend this ordinance
to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE REVISING THE GOVERNING RULES AND
REGULATIONS OF THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND,.INDIANA, AND ESTABLISHING
CERTAIN STANDARDS OF CONDUCT ON THE PART OF
MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL, AND CREATING
A RULES COMMITTEE FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE
STANDARDS CREATED.
This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and op-
ponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Council President Roger 0. Parent, made the
presentation for the ordinance. He indicated this ordinance had been in the making for almost
a year, and the Council attorney had done the bulk of the work. He said they had attempted to
restate in many instances what was incorporated in State law, but never incorporated in the City
ordinance. He indicated some specific points that have been covered were, conflict of interest;
abstension; position of parl-iamntarian was established; as well as sergeant at arms; the manner
in which bills are to be submitted; and the format for the agenda will be changed; some standing
committees have been deleted and we have added a few other committees, such as, the rules com-
mittee, as well as a residential neighborhood committee. He said citizens will be allowed to
serve on these committees. He said he thought this was going to help the Council in its operatio
Miss Kathleen Cekanski, Council attorney, proposed the following amendments: Section 2 -7(d) page
5, line 3, delete "notes" and substitute "votes "; Section 2 -8 (w) page 11, delete in its entirety
and substitute, (w) Every bill shall be read two (2) times with each having its own public hear-
ing and vote as to its passage. No bill shall be read the second time at the same meeting it is
introduced unless by unanimous roll call vote of all councilmen= present. Additionally there
must be at least two- thirds of the entire Council present to carry such a motion.; Section 2 -8(dd
page 11, line 3, add the following immediately after the word "adoption ", following its public
hearing; Section 2- 10A(c), page 14, line 3, delete "there" through "party ", and substitute "there
shall be a reflection of the political composition of the Council "; Section 207A (a), page 6, lin
3, delete "of the rank of sergeant or higher "; Section 2 -10 (c), page 12, delete in its entirety,
substitute (c) Citizen members shall be appointed by the majority of the Common Council. In makin
such appointments, the Council shall assure that the citizen members are broadly representative o
the South Bend Community. Council Member Taylor made a motion to amend the ordinance as proposed
by Miss Cekanski, seconded by Council Member Serge. The motion carried, with Council Member
Kopczynski opposing. Ms. Cekanski thanked the AAUW for their help in formulating this ordinance.!
Council President Parent indicated he had mailed out approximately thirty copies of the original
proposed ordinance to individuals and organizations and he had received some comments and sug-
gestions back. Council Member Kopczynski indicated he would like to speak against the ordinance.
He said certain sections were good and other sections could be used as a "witch hunt ". He said
certain sections could be used to inhibit people speaking before the Council. He said he felt the
Council should not vote in favor of this ordinance. Council President Parent indicated that what-
ever could be done to any citizen or Council Member in terms of not allowing them to have full
freedom to speak, could be done right now without this proposed ordinance. He said the difficulty
is that now the person has no recourse if he feels he has been treated unfair. Council Member
Kopczynski indica t ed that the rules committee had three members. Council President Parent
indicated there was a minimum of three on the committee. Council Member Taylor made a motion to
recommend this ordinance to the Council favorable, as amended, seconded by Council Member Serge.
The motion'carried on a roll call vote of seven ayes (Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Taylor,
Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent) and two nays (Council Members Miller and Kopczynski).
Council President Parent made a motion to rise and report to the Council, and have a short recess
seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried and the meeting was recessed at 8:37
p.m.
ATTEST
City Clerk
ATTEST:
Chairman
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 141 1977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED
Be it remembered that the regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of South Bend reconvei
ed in the Council Chambers at 8:55 p.m., Council President Parent presiding and nine members pre-
sent.
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 January 24, 1977 meeting of the)Council and
found them correct.
The sub - committee, therefore, recommends that the same be approved.
/s/ Roger 0. Parent
/s/ Mary Chris Adams
Council Member Serge made a motion that the minutes of the January 24, 1977, meeting be accepted
as read and placed on file, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried.
REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Council Member Taylor made a motion to waive the reading of the report of the Committee of the
Whole, seconded by Council Member Adams. The motion carried by a roll call vote of nine ayes
(Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and
Parent) .
REPORTS FROM AREA PLAN
The Honorable Common Council
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, IN 46601
In Re: A.proposed ordinance and site development plan of Endodontic Services, Inc., to
zone from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "B" Residential "A" Height
and Area, property located on the southeast corner of Chippewa and Michigan
Streets, City of South Bend
Gentlemen:
The attached rezoning petition of Endodontic Services, Inc., was legally advertised January
22, 1977. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing on February 1, 1977, at which time
the following action was taken:
"Upon a motion by Joseph Serge, being seconded by William Limerick and
unanimously carried, the petition, as amended of Endondontic Services,
Inc., to zone from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "B" Resi-
dential, "A" Height and Area, property located on the southeast corner
of Chippewa and Michigan Streets, City of South Bend, is returned to
the Common Council with a favorable recommendation, subject to the
final site plan which will incorporate the suggestions of the Depart-
ment of Public Works."
The above recommendation is made subject to a final site plan and the preliminary site plan
is attached hereto.
If the Council should rezone this site, it shall have to be subject to the submission of a
final site plan.
The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at the
above decision are shown in minutes of the public hearing and will be forwarded 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 a copy of the Area Plan Commission Staff Report.
Very truly yours,
/s /Richard S. Johnson
Richard S. Johnson
Executive Director
RSJ /bsj
Attach.
cc: Richard W. Morgan, Attorney
The Honorable Common Council February 3, 1977
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, IN 46601
In Re: A proposed ordinance and site development plan of Robert and Florence
Hostetler, Melvin and Betty Sandock, and Sam and Ruby Sandock, to zone
from "A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "C" Commercial, "A" Height
and Area, property located at 4126, 4132 and 4136 South Main Street,
City of South Bend
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REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
Gentlemen:
The attached rezoning petition of Robert and Florence Hostetler, Melvin and Betty Sandock
and Sam and Ruby Sandock was legally advertised January 22, 1977. The Area Plan Commission
gave it a public hearing on February 1, 1977, at which time the following action was taken:
"Upon a motion by Russell Rothermel, being seconded.by Joseph Serge and
carried, the petition of Robert and Florence Hostetler, Melvin and Betty
Sandock, and Sam and Ruby Sandock, to zone from "A" Residential, "A"
Height and Area, to "C" Commercial, "A" Height and Area, property located
at 4126, 4132, and 4136 South Main Street, City of South Bend, is withdrawn
at the request of the petitioner."
We will keep you informed of any further action in this regard.
Very truly yours,
Richard S. Johnson
Executive Director
RS: /bsj
cc: Alexis T. Cholis, lawyer
The Honorable Common Council
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, IN 46601
February 3, 1977
In Re: A proposed ordinance initiated by Roger O. Parent, a City Councilman, to zone
from "B" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "A" Residential, "A" Height and
Area, property located: 1) on the east side of Lawrence Street, immediately
south of the east /west alley between Howard and Corby Streets; 2) on the south
side of North Shore Drive, immediately west of the New York Central Railroad;
and 3) on the northwest corner of Corby and Stanfield, City of South Bend.
Gentlemen:
The attached rezoning petition initiated by Roger O. Parent, a City Councilman, was legally
advertised January 22, 1977. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing on February 1,
1977, at which time the following action was taken:
"Upon a motion by Joseph Serge, being seconded by Michael Miles and carried
with Thomas Allen voting "Nay ", the petition initiated by Roger O. Parent,
a City Councilman, to zone from "B" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to
"A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, property located: 1) on the east side
of Lawrence Street, immediately south of the east /west alley between Howard
and Corby Streets; 2) on the south side of North Shore Drive, immediately
west of the New York Central Railroad; and 3) on the northwest corner of
Corby and Stanfield, City of South Bend is tabled by the Area Plan Commission,
as a motion to recommend both favorably and unfavorably failed to pass.
We will keep you informed of any further action in this regard.
RSJ /bsj
cc: Roger O. Parent
The Honorable Common Council
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, IN 46601
Very truly yours,
/s /Richard S. Johnson
Isl Richard S. Johnson
Executive Director
February 3, 1977
In Re: A proposed ordinance and site development plan of T. Brooks Brademas, for
Brooksfield Farm, Section "B ", to zone from "A" Residential, "A" Height and
Area, to 11C -1" Commercial, "A" Height and Area, property located at the north-
east corner of Fillmore Road and Clemens Street, City of South Bend.
Gentlemen:
The attached rezoning petition of T. Brooks Brademas was legally advertised January 22, 1977.
The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing on February 1, 1977 at which time the following
action was taken:
"Upon a motion by Thomas Allen, being seconded by Garrett Mullins and
unanimously carried, the petition of T. Brooks Brademas, for Brooks -
field Farm, Sections "A" and "B ", to zone from "A" Height and Area,
to "B" Residential, "A" Height and Area,; and from "A" Residential,
"A" Height and Area, to "C -1" Commercial, "A" Height and Area, res-
pectively, property located at the northeast corner of Fillmore Road
and Clemens Street, City of South Bend is returned to the Common
Council with a favorable recommendation, subject to a final site
plan, which will incorporate the suggestions of the Department of
Public Works.
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The above recommendation is made subject to a final site plan and the preliminary site
plan is attached hereto.
If the Council should rezone this site, it shall have to be subject to the submission
of a final site plan.
The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at the
above decision are shown in minutes of the public hearing and will be forwarded 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 a copy of the Area Plan Commission Staff Report.
Very truly yours,
/s /Richard S. Johnson
Richard S. Johnson
Executive Director
RSJ /bsj
Attach.
cc: T. Brooks Brademas
The Honorable Common Council February 3, 1977
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, IN 46601
In Re: A proposed ordinance and site development plan of T. Brooks Brademas,
for Brooksfield Farm, Section "A" to zone from "A" Residential, "A"
Height and Area, property located at the northeast corner of Fillmore
Road and Clemens Street, City of South Bend.
Gentlemen:
The attached rezoning petition of T. Brooks Brademas was legally advertised January 22,
1977. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing on February 1, 1977, at which time
the following action was taken:
"Upon a motion of Thomas Allen, being seconded by Garrett Mullins and
unanimously carried, the petition of T. Brooks Brademas, for Brooks -
field Farm, Sections "A" and "B ", to zone from "A" Residential, "A"
Height and Area, to "B" Residential, "A" Height and Area,; and from
"A" Residential, "A" Height and Area, to "C -1" Commercial, "A" Height
and Area, respectively, property located at the northeast corner of
Fillmore Road and Clemens Street, City of South Bend is returned to
the Common Council with a favorable recommendation, subject to a final
site plan, which will incorporate the suggestions of the Department
of Public Works."
The above recommendation is made subject to a final site plan and the preliminary site plan
is attached hereto.
If the Council should rezone this site, it shall have to be subject to the submission of
a final site plan.
The deliberations of the Area Plan Commission and points considered in arriving at the
above decision are shown in minutes of the public hearing and will be forwarded 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 a copy of the Area Plan Commission Staff Report.
Very truly yours,
/s /Richard S. Johnson
Richard S. Johnson
Executive Director
RSJ /bsj
Attach
cc: T. Brooks Brademas
The Honorable Common Council February 3,1977
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, IN 46601
In Re: A proposed ordinance initiated by the Area Plan Commission to zone
from "C" Commercial, "A" Height and Area, to "C" Commercial, "G"
Height and Area,. property located south of Jefferson, west of the
St. Joseph River, north of Monroe Street, and east of Columbia Street,
City of South Bend
Gentlemen:
The attached rezoning petition initiated by the Area Plan Commission was legally advertised
January 22, 1977. The Area Plan Commission gave it a public hearing on February 1, 1977, at
which time the following action was taken:
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"Upon a motion by Russell Rothermel, being seconded by Daniel Chrzan
and unanimously carried, the petition initiated by the Area Plan Com-
mission to zone from "C" Commercial, "A" Height and Area, to "C" Com-
mercial "G" Height and Area, property located south of Jefferson, west
of the St. Joseph River, north of Monroe Street, and east of Columbia
Street, 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 minutes of the public hearing and will be forwarded 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 a copy of the Area Plan Commission Staff Report.
Very truly yours,
/s/ Richard S. Johnson
Richard S. Johnson
Executive Director
RSJ /bsj
Attach.
Council Member Taylor made a motion to set all applicable ordinances for public hearing and
second reading February 28, 1977, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
PETITIONS TO AMEND ZONING ORDINANCE AND ANNEXATION
We the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the Common Council
of the City of South Bend, Indiana, to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of South Bend as
hereinafter requested, and in support of this application, the following facts are shown:
1. The property sought to be rezoned is located at: 240 Rue DeVille, South Bend, IN.
2.
The property is owned by:
Ralph M.
& Wanda L. Williams
3.
A legal description of the
property
is as follows:
A part of the Northeast quater of Section 8, Township 37 North, Range 3
East of the Second Prime meridian described as follows:
Commencing at the intersection of the North line of Jefferson Boulevard
and the West line of 33rd Street, thence North 000 16'50" West along the
said West line of 33rd Street a distance of 411.10 feet to a point, thence
West a distance of 144.44 feet for a point of beginning,ihence West a dis-
tance of 288.85 feet to a point; thence North 14030100" east a distance of
65.58 feet to a point of curvature of a curve convex to the Northeast and
having a radius of 160.53 feet and a central angle of 57010128 ", thence
Northwesterly along said curve an arc distance of 160.19 feet to a point
on said curve; thence North 50053149" east a distance of 78.43 feet to a
point of curvature of a curve convex to the Northwest and having a radius
of 93.35 feet and a central angle of 39006111 "; thence Northeasterly along
said curve an arc distance of 63.71 feet to the point of tangency of said
curve; thence East a distance of 190.08 feet to a point; thence South a
distance of 282.87 feet to the point of beginning; containing plus or
minus 1,786 acres in theCity of South Bend, St. Joseph County, Indiana
(All bearings assumed).
4. It is desired and requested that the foregoing property be rezoned:
From C 1 Use and B Height and Area District
To C Use and B Height and Area District
5. It is proposed the property will be put to the following use and the following
buildings will be constructed: `Nightclub
6. Number of off - street parking spaces to be provided: Ninety (90)
7. Attached is (a) an original ordinance and 25 copies; (b) an original petition and 20
copies; (c) a $10 filing fee; (d) an existing plot plan showing my property and other
surrounding properties; (3) names and addresses of all the individuals, firms or
corporations owning property within 300 feet of the property sought to be rezoned;
and (f) 5 copies of a site development plan.
Petition Prepared By:
William E. Voor, Jr.
Attorney at Law
300 First Bank Bldg.
South Bend, IN
/s /William E. Voor, Jr.
Signature of Petitioner
240 Rue DeVille, South Bend, IN
Address
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
We the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the South Bend
Common Council to amend the zoning ordinance of the City of South Bend as hereinafter re-
quested, and in support of this application the following facts are shown:
1. The property sought to be rezoned is located - south of Jefferson Boulevard, west of the
St. Joseph River, north of Monroe Street, and east of Columbia Street.
2. The property is owned by: Department of Redevelopment - City of South Bend.
3. A legal description of the property is as follows:
A parcel of land located in the West 2 of Section 12, Township 37 North, Range 2
East, City of South Bend, Indiana, Portage Township, more particularly described
as follows:
Beginning at the intersection of the Northeastern boundary of Columbia Street and
the Eastern boundary of Western Avenue; thence Northeasterly along said Eastern
boundary 114.31 feet along an arc to the left and having a radius of 424.47 feet
and subtended by a long chord having a bearing of N. 7020114" E. and a length
of 113.97 feet, thence N. 0022116" W. 284.57 feet along said Eastern boundary;
thence N. 5026102" E. 117.19 feet along said Eastern boundary to the southern
boundary of Jefferson Boulevard; thence continuing Northeasterly along said
Southern boundary of Jefferson Boulevard, 275.51 feet along an arc to the right
and having a radius of 275.81 feet and subtended by a long chord having a bearing
of N. 53014'53" E. and a length of 264.20 feet; thence S. 19047'16" E. 156.66 feet;
thence S. 25055132" E. 90.64 feet; thence S. 53010'13" E. 102.76 feet; thence S.
26046'29" E. 232.03 feet; thence S. 25039'11" E. 425.12 feet; thence S. 65042129"
W. 10.00 feet; thence S. 4039138" E. 40.00 feet; thence 70006130" E. 50.00 feet;
thence S. 38042121" E. 236.98 feet; thence S. 65047'18" E. 148.50 feet; thence S.
13009'59" W. 221.84 feet to the Northern boundary of Monroe Street; thence North-
westerly along said Northern boundary 145.02 feet along an arc to the left and
having a radius of 614.21 feet; thence S. 89038'42" W. 463.18 feet to the Eastern
boundary of Columbia Street; thence N. 0030'18" W. 293.20 feet along said Eastern
boundary; thence Northwesterly along said Eastern boundary 508.47 feet along an
arc to the left and having a radius of 421.97 feet; thence N. 69032'51" W. 95.25
feet along said boundary of Columbia Street to the point of beginning and con-
taining 14.36 acres, more or less.
4. It is desired and requested that the foregoing property be rezoned:
From "C" Commercial use and "A" Height and Area District
To "C" Commercial Use and "G" Height and Area District
5. It is proposed that the property will be put to the following use and the following build-
ing will be constructed: Uses permitted by the Redevelopment Plan for downtown South Bend.
6. Number of off - street parking spaces to be provided: As provided and required by the
South Bend, Indiana zoning ordinance.
7. Attached is a copy of (a) an existing plot plan showing my property and other surrounding
properties; (b) names and addresses of all the individuals, firms or corporations owning
property within 300 feet of the property sought to be rezoned.
AREA PLAN COMMISSION
Petition Prepared By
/s /Richard S. Johnson
Executive Director, Area Plan Commiss
Petition for Voluntary Annexation to
and Bringing within the City Limits
of South Bend, Indiana certain land
The undersigned, being the fee simple title holders of more than fifty -one percent (510) of
owners of land in the territory described in the exhibit attached hereto, made a part hereof
and marked "Exhibit A ", which property is contiguous to the present city limits of the City
of South Bend, Indiana, hereby respectfully petition the Common Council of the City of South
Bend, Indiana to annex and bring within the city limits of said city the real estate described
herein.
/s/ Kenneth D. Gu
/s/ H. Kathryn Guy
/s/ Larry D. Guy
/s/ H. Jane Guy
/s/ A. Floyd Ermer
/s/ Marilyn Ermer
Council President Parent indicated these petitions would be handled along with the ordinances,
when they had first reading.
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED (CONTINUED
ORDINANCES, SECOND READING
ORDINANCE NO. 6110 -77
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $16,000 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION, TO BE
ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS
URBAN OBSERVATORY PROGRAM.
This ordinance had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a
seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The ordinance passed by
(Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski,
Parent) .
ORDINANCE NO. 6111 -77
motion to pass this ordinance,
a roll call vote of nine ayes
Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $208,855 FROM THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT FUND FOR THE INNOVATIVE GRANTS.PROGRAM, PRO-
JECT REBATE, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND THROUGH ITS BUREAU OF HOUSING.
This ordinance had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass this ordinance,
seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The ordinance passed by _a roll call vote of nine ayes
(Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and
Parent) .
ORDINANCE NO. 6112 -77
AN ORDINANCE TO.AMEND.SECTION 15 -16 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS AMENDED.
This ordinance had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass the ordinance,
seconded by Council Member Serge. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Counci
Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent).
ORDINANCE NO. 6113 -77 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU
OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND
BADGER METER, INC., MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN, FOR THE
PURCHASE OF 6,000 5/8 -INCH WATER METERS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $187,260.00
This ordinance had second reading. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to pass the ordinance,
seconded by Council Member Adams. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Council
Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent).
ORDINANCE NO. 6114 -77
AN ORDINANCE REVISING THE GOVERNING RULES AND
REGULATIONS OF THE LEGISLATIVE BRANCH OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND ESTABLISHING
CERTAIN STANDARDS OF CONDUCT ON THE PART OF
MEMBERS OF THE COMMON COUNCIL, AND CREATING
A RULES COMMITTEE FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF THE
STANDARDS CREATED.
This ordinance had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to amend the ordinance,
as amended in the Commmittee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Horvath. The motion car-
ried, with Council Members Miller and Kopczynski opposing. Council Member Taylor made a motion
to pass the ordinance as amended, seconded by Council Member Horvath. The ordinance passed by
a roll call vote of seven ayes (Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Taylor, Adams, Dombrowski,
Horvath and Parent) and two nays (Council Members Miller and Kopczynski).
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 550 -77 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND.
WHEREAS, negotiations have been conducted over an extended period of time between the
Administration and Clay Utilities, Inc., culminating in a form of Lease for waterworks facilities
and a form of Lease for sewage disposal facilities from CLAY UTILITIES, INC. which leases have
been approved by the Utility;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Clerk cause a notice to be prepared in due
legal form of the hearing on the proposed leases for waterworks facilities and sewage disposal
facilities with CLAY UTILITIES, INC.; that the hearing be had at the regular meeting of this
Council to be held on the 14th day of March, 1977, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. (E.S.T.); that a
copy of the proposed leases be placed on public file in the office of the City Clerk starting
tomorrow and remain available to the public until the time of the hearing.
/s/ Roger O. Parent
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held at this time on the resolution. Mr. Robert Parker, Chief Deputy At-
torney, indicated this resolution was necessary to set the public hearing for the lease agree-
ments between Clay Water Works and the City. He said the reason for this resolution was that
the statute requires a certain degree of formality. He said the resolution asks that the
public hearing be set for March 14, 1977. He indicated there was a tight schedule to complete
the purchase prior to June 1, 1977. Mrs. Karen Gleason, Director of Civic Planning, indicated
she was surprised at the timetable. She asked why they would not be willing to sell on June 2.
Mr. Parker indicated that this sale was being made under internal revenue laws and it must be
completed within one year. Mr. Daniel Manion, attorney, indicated he was a representative of
Clay Concerned Citizens. He questioned the necessity of the language in the resolution. Mr.
Parker indicated they had attempted to follow- the language and the.requirements of the statutes.
Council Member Horvath indicated that as he understood this to read, if the Council approved
this resolution they were approving thenegotiations for the City and Clay Utilities, and if they
passed this resolution they were agreeing with the Administration.
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED (CONTINUED
Mr. Parker indicated that all the Council was doing was setting this for public hearing on March
14, 1977. Mr. Manion indicated he felt this resolution was overbroad and did not require this
type of detail. He said the purpose was to set up the notice for a public hearing and to go into
the other detail was liable to put an implied contract and obligation on the Council. He said
if they were trying to set up a notice to the general public only one or two paragraphs were
needed. He said he did not think the purpose of the statute was for the Council to commit itself
Mrs. Jane Swan, 2022 Swygart, asked when this matter was made known to the Council. Council
President Parent indicated they were told there was some thought that the City would purchase
Clay Utilities, on February 7. Mrs. Swan indicated she did not see that there is a need to pur-
chase this utility, as indicated in the resolution. She said she thought this was a bad resolu-
tion and was coming on too fast. Mayor Peter J. Nemeth said he thought this purchase was indicate
to the Council last fall. He said that Mishawaka used the same resolutio4 and he would say that
if the Council was at all interested in purchasing the utility they should pass this resolution.
Mrs. Gleason asked if there was no middle road. She indicated to the Mayor that he was saying
either pass this resolution or quit. Mayor Nemeth indicated that was exactly what he was saying.
Mrs. Gleason indicated she felt there was a real push and she did not think it was necessary to
move that quickly. Council Member Dombrowski asked why Clay Utilities did not start with South
Bend, why they started with Mishawaka. Mayor Nemeth said that Mishawaka purchased the utility
to help service the mall. He said they approached the City last fall and indicated there was a
deadline. He said that at that time he did not know if the City would be interested. He said
that in October the City first started to look at this seriously. He said when they received
the consultant's report indicated it was a good price, they got down to serious business. Counci:
Member Adams indicated that the question will be the interpretation of the lessor if this resolu-
tion would not be passed. She asked if Mr. Fitterlinq was in attendance at the meeting so he
would tell the Council what it would mean. Mayor Nemeth asked what difference it makes. Council
Member Adams indicated she had consulted an attorney who indicated that suit could be filed be-
cause the Council indicated there was a need. She asked if it would be possible to hold a specia:
meeting on February 22 in order that the Council could have more time to study this matter. The
Mayor indicated there would be no reason to hold such a meeting. Council Member Kopczynski asked
how much money has been expended thus far on this purchase. Mr. John Stancati, Director of
Utilities, indicated approximately $5,000 in the hiring of a consulting firm. Council President
Parent indicated the entire procedure has been a debate on the definition of this resolution.
Mayor Nemeth indicated that the City had annexed certain parts of Clay and German Township and
they lost the court case because the City could not provide utilities. He said this was a profit
making operation and the City will come out ahead. Council Member Taylor indicated it was obvious
that the Council had not made up its mind about this purchase. He said it was obvious that a numl
of Councilmen wanted to conduct an investigation of the entire matter. He said if the Council
made a poor deal for the City they would be severely criticized. Council Member Serge asked if
the City was selling water to Clay. Mr. Stancati indicated the City was selling water to Clay.
He said the City could handle this utility without any additional manpower. Council President
Parent indicated he disagreed with paragraph two of the resolution, as well as paragraphs three
four, five and six. Council Member Adams made a motion to strike out paragraphs two, three,
four, five and six, remove the word "and" in the first paragraph, as well as "be it further re-
solved"in the last paragraph and substitute Now, therefore, be it resolved, seconded by Council
Member Dombrowski. The Mayor indicated they would have to check with bond counsel and if they
would not accept this resolution as amended he would call a special meeting. Council Member
Kopczynski indicated that this was just another case of matters coming before the Council and the
Council does not have time to get into it thoroughly. Council Member Miller indicated he dis-
agreed. He said he had time to read this matter and he agreed with the resolution. Council
President Parent indicated that this proposed project would cost two million dollars and the
Council should explore it very thoroughly. The motion to amend carried, with Council Member
Miller opposing. Mr. Thomas Brunner, City Attorney, asked that the amended resolution be read
into the record. Council Member Adams read the amended resolution as follows "WHEREAS, negotia-
tions have been conducted over an extended period of time between the Administration and Clay
Utilities, Inc., culminating in a form of Lease for waterworks facilities and a form of Lease for
sewage disposal facilities from Clay Utilities, Inc., which Leases have been approved by the
Utility. Now, Therefore, be it Resolved, that the City Clerk cause a notice to be prepared in
due legal form of the hearing on the proposed leases for waterworks facilities and sewage dis-
posal facilities with Clay Utilities, Inc.; that the hearing be had at the regular meeting of
this Council to be held on the 14th day of March, 1977, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. (E.S.T.); that
a copy of the proposed leases be placed on public file in the office of the City Clerk starting
tomorrow and remain available to the public until the time of the hearing. Council Member Taylor
made a motion to adopt the resolution, as amended, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The
resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Millet
Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent).
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION APPROVING A FIFTH AMENDMENT
TO A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE SOUTH BEND CITY
WATER WORKS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL PLANT AND
CLAY UTILITIES, INC. FOR FURNISHING OF
WATER AND SEWAGE TREATMENT TO THE CLAY
TOWNSHIP AREA IN ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA.
A public hearing was held at this time on the resolution. Mr. Robert Parker, Chief Deputy Attorni
indicated this was a proposed fifth amendment to the original contract between Clay Utilities and
the City. He said the effect of this amendment would be to provide for continuation of good fait]
negotiations for acquisition of a lease - purchase agreement for Clay water works and sewage facili•
ties. He said this would also provide for the acquisition of wells and land formerly owned by
Aqua, Inc., and now owned by Clay Utilities for $92,985. He said this would release the Clay
Utilities water franchise and sewer certification area in Clay, German, Center and Penn Townships
to the City and transfer this certification area and franchise, conditional upon acceptance of the
lease - purchase agreements. He said this would release from the water service and sewer service
areas the tract of land proposed as a voluntary annexation adjacent to Laurel Road. He said this
release is irrespective of the approval of the lease - purchase agreements.
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14,, 1977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED (CONTINUED
Council Member Miller made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Szymkowi
Council Member Adams asked if it was urgent this matter be passed this evening. Mr. Parker in-
dicated it was not necessary that it be passed tonight. He said it could be submitted for public
hearing on March 14. Council Member Adams asked what consideration was going to be given to Clay
Utilities for them to release Laurel Woods. Mr. Parker indicated that was a surrender separate
from the other agreement. Council Member Adams asked if they will give this to us at no cost.
Mr. Parker indicated they would. Council Member Adams indicated that in Mr. Parker's letter he
indicated there were four effects of this amendment, and she wanted to know if there would be
any other effects. Mr. Parker indicated there were no other effects. Council Member Kopczynski
read the following news release from Clay Utilities "There is now a demonstrated need for around
the clock emergency service personnel which can only be supplied through revenue from a sub-
stantial rate increase. The only alternative is to turn the operation over to South Bend .under
the statutes authorizing a lease - purchase agreement. Secondly, the ever increasing government
pressures on modern sewage utilities are driving up the cost of the new additions as well as
operations. These costs have a much smaller impact on a large municipal utility operation than
on a small independent utility which must rely on after- tax.dollars and borrowed capital for ex-
pansion." He said it would appear Clay is negotiating out of dire need. Mr. Parker indicated
the Council was given an exhibit which shows a substantial income as a money making property.
Council Member Horvath indicated the price of this utility seems way out of line. The motion to
adopt the resolution failed on a vote of four ayes (Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller and
Taylor) and five nays (Council Members Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent). Counc
Member Taylor made a motion to set this for public hearing March 14, 1977, seconded by Council
Member Adams. The motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 551 -77
A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE AWARDING
OF EIGHT CONTRACTS IN EXCESS OF $5,000.00 FOR
REHABILITATION WORK IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Ordinance No. 5872 -75, passed by the South Bend Common
Council on August 11, 1975, all contracts under the Community Development Housing Pprogram in
excesss of $5,000 must be approved by the Common Council; and
WHEREAS, low bids for eight properties to be rehabilitated under the Community Development
Program have exceeded $5,000.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana:
1. That approval be granted to the Redevelopment Commission of the City of South Bend,
Indiana to enter into a contract with Slatile Roofing and Sheet Metal, Inc., for the rehabilita-
tion of the following properties:
Lot 70 Studebakers lst 626 E. Dubail St.
Lot 89 Elder Place 1412 S. Carroll St.
Lot 75 Indiana Ave. Add. 630 Haney St.
$7,050.00
7,678.00
7,035.00
2. That approval be granted to the Redevelopment Commission of the City of South Bend,
Indiana, to enter into a contract with Madison Builders, Inc., for the rehabilitation of the
following properties:
Lot
27 -28 Dubail's 3rd
1803
S.
Fellows St.
$6,566.00
Lot
101 Indiana Ave. Add.
420
E.
Haney St.
7,369.00
Lot
120 Wenger's 5th
1220
S.
Fellows St.
7,910.00
Lot
84 Elder Place
201
E.
Pennsylvania
6,960.00
Lot
99 Wenger's 4th
501
E.
Keasey St.
7,329.00
3. That this resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adoption by
the Common Council and its approval by the Mayor of the City of South Bend, Indiana
/s /Walter M. Szymkowiak
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held at this time on the resolution. Mr. Keith Crighton, Director of the
Bureau of Housing, read the resolution. Council Member Kopczynski asked if they had the present
market value on these properties. Mr. Crighton indicated they were not concerned about the mark
value. Council Member Kopczynski asked if these rehabilitated properties increased their market
value to the extent of what was being spent on them. Mr. Crighton indicated the. -ir primary con-
cern was to correct major code violations. Council Member Adams indicated that three of the
homes listed for rehab have also received emergency repairs. Mr. Crighton indicated that if
the Council would like, in the future, he would noteif any of the homes had received emergency
repair and the total amount. Council Member Horvath made a motion to adopt this resolution,
seconded by Council MembEr Dombrowski. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of eight
ayes (Council Members Serge, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent)
and one nay (Council Member Szymkowiak).
RESOLUTION NO. 552 -77 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, AUTHORIZING THE EXPENDITURE OF
$5,500 BY THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES FOR
AN AUDIT OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK PRO-
GRAM.
WHEREAS, the Department of Human Resources is required by Ordinance No. 6015 -76 to submit
in resolution form to theCommon Council all contracts for expenditures from the Community
Development Block Grant program which exceed $5,000 before any such expenditure shall be ap-
propriated; and,
_1
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED (CONTINUED
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Community Development Block Grant program regulations the Depart-
ment of Human Resources is required to cause an audit to be made of its financial management
systems not less frequently than once every two years; and,
WHEREAS, the Department of Human Resources has negotiated to contract with the independent
public accounting firm of Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co., for the required audit to be performed
at a cost of $5,500:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana;
SECTION I. That the Department of Human Resources is authorized to make an expenditure
of $5,500 for an audit of the Community Development Block Grant program by Peat, Marwick,
Mitchell & Co. as required by the regulation governing this program.
/s/ Walter T. Kopczynski
Member of the Council
A public hearing was held at this time on the resolution. Mr. Jon Hunt, Assistant Director of
Human Resources, indicated this resolution was for a fiscal audit of the Community Development
Grant for FY75 ending December 31, 1976. He said that Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co., was the
low and best bidder for the project. Council Member Kopczynski asked when they first learned
they needed to audit. Mr. Hunt indicated when they received the regulation which required them
to have an audit every two years. Council Member Kopczynski asked when they decided to bring
this in front of the Council. Mr. Hunt indicated they decided three or four months ago. Council
Member Kopczynski indicated that as chairman of the Human Resources Committee he did not know
about this. He said that as a courtesy to a chairman of a committee they should be notified
of pending legislation. Council Member Serge made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded
by Council Member Miller. Council Member Adams asked if this audit firm was the lowest bidder.
Mr. Hunt indicated they were not the lowest, however, they had previous experience conducting
an audit on Community Development. The resolution passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Counc.
Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski, Horvath and Parent).
ORDINANCES, FIRST READING
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 21 OF
THE CITY CODE OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, 1971, ALSO KNOWN
AS THE ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AS AMENDED, AND GENERALLY
KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, AS AMENDED (SOUTH OF JEFFERSON, WEST OF ST.
JOSEPH RIVER, NORTH OF MONROE ST., AND EAST OF COLUMBIA
ST.)
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this ordinance
for public hearing and second reading February 28, 1977, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski.
The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AS AMENDED,
COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (CHAPTER 21, MUNICIPAL CODE) (240
RUE DEVILLE).
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to refer this ordinance to
Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING TO AND BRINGING WITHIN THE CITY
LIMITS OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CERTAIN LAND (LAUREL
WOODS) .
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Kopczynski made a motion to refer this ordi-
nance to the Public Works Committee, seconded by Council Member Adams. The motion carried,
with Council Member Miller oDDosina.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
DEFRAYING THE CETA TITLE VI EXPENSES OF THE DE-
PARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1977, AND ENDING SEPTEMBER
30, 1977, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGA-
TIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this
public hearing and second reading February 28, and refer it to the Administration
Committee, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski.. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROVING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF
DEFRAYING THE CETA TITLE II EXPENSES OF THE DE-
PARTMENT OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1977 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER
30, 1977, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGA-
TIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT.
ordinance for
and Finance
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Kopczynski made a motion to set this ordinance
for public hearing and second reading February 28, and refer it to the Administration and Finance
Committee, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski: The motion carried.
REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 14, 1977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED(CONTINUED
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $205,000.00 FROM THE
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS
GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR THE WHITE WATER RAPIDS
CONSTRUCTION, TO BE ADMINISTERED THROUGH THE DE-
PARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this ordinance for
public hearing and second reading February 28, and refer it to the Public Works Committee, secon
by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $41,300.00 FROM THE
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT, COMMONLY REFERRED TO
AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR FIRE DEPARTMENT
EQUIPMENT, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE BUREAU OF
FIRE PROTECTION.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this ordinance for
public hearing and second reading February 28, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion
carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $200,000.00 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 BUREAU OF STREETS.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Kopczynski made a motion to set this ordinance
for public hearing and second reading February 28, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The
motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $200,000.00
BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS IN THE CUMULATIVE CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Adams made a mtoion to set this ordinance
for public hearing and second reading March 14, 1977, seconded by Council Member Horvath. The
motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $221,000.00 FROM THE
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS
GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR CODE ENFORCEMENT
PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH
BEND THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this ordinance for
public hearing and second reading February 28, 1977, seconded by Council Member Miller. The
motion carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $50,000.00 FROM THE
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY REFERRED TO
AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR HEALTH SERVICES
TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND
THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this ordinance for
public hearing and second reading March 14, 1977, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The
motion carried, with Council Members Taylor and Miller opposing.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $200,000.00 FROM THE
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT COMMONLY KNOWN AS
GENERAL REVENUE SHARING FUND FOR CENTURY CENTER
CONSTRUCTION , TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC
WORKS.
This ordinance had first reading. Council MembEr Taylor made a motion to set this ordinance for
public hearing and second reading February 28, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion
carried, with Council Member Kopczynski opposing.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE LEASING
OF WATERWORKS FACILITIES OF CLAY UTILITIES, INC.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this ordinance for
public hearing and second reading March 14, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion
carried.
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE LEASING
OF SEWAGE DISPOSAL FACILITIES OF CLAY UTILITIES, INC.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this ordinance for
public hearing and second reading March 14, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion
carried.
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REGULAR MEETING_
FEBRUARY 141977
REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED (CONTINUED)
ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $92,985.00 FROM FUND
30, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE DEPRECIATION FUND OF
THE BUREAU OF WATER, TO LINE 30.0710, COMMONLY
DESCRIBED AS BUILDING STRUCTURES AND IMPROVEMENT,
ALL FUNDS BEING WITHIN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE
CITY OF SOUTH BEND.
This ordinance had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this ordinance
public hearing and second reading March 14, seconded by Council Member Kopczynski. Themotionr
carried.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
Mr. Thomas Brunner, City Attorney, said he had a question regarding 10 C on theagenda. H
why this was put into committee. Council Member Kopczynski said he thought annexation ordi asked
should be thoroughly studied. nances
Mrs. Jane Swan, 2022 Swygart, indicated she thought something should be put into ordinance for
regarding the procedure and penalty, regarding snow emergency, m
be cleaned. She indicated there was a new director for Century1Centerranda,there is reets
talky
about the salary being supplemented from the Hotel /Motel Tax Board, and she wondered if a deter-
mination had been made regarding the amount of supplement. Council Member Miller indicated the
Hotel /Motel Tax Board was negotiating an additional contract, and that it had not been determin ed
as to the amount. Mrs._ Swan asked if that was the proper use for these funds. Council Member
Miller suggested she address this to the Hotel /Motel Tax Board.
NEW BUSINESS
Council Member Adams made a- motion to set the February 28, 1977 meeting of the Council to start
at 6:00 p.m., seconded by Council Member Kopczynski. The motion carried, with Council Member
Miller opposing. She asked that the City Clerk notify all department heads.
Council Member Adams made a motion to approve the sale of City -owned property located at 722 E.
Miner, 1624 S. Williams, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried.
Council President Parent indicated he would like the Council to ratify a decision as to the memb er
ship on the Rules Committee. He said he would like to recommend Council Member Adams, Council
Member Taylor, as Council_ President he would be an ex- officio member, Council Member Horvath
would replace him in case of his absence. Council Member Kopczynski indicated there were three
factions on the Council and he thought Council President Parent should get a balance. Council
President Parent indicated he could appoint five members to this committee, and he would give it
some thought.
There being no further business to come before the Council unfinished or new, _Council Member Adam.
made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried and the
meeting was adjourned at _11:00 p.m.
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