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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-10-78 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING JULY 10, 1978 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, July 10, 1978, at 7:00 p.m. Council President Parent presiding. The meeting was called to order, and the Pledge to the Flag was given. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Council Members Serge, Szymkowiak, Taylor, Kopczynski, Adams, Dombrowski and Parent ABSENT: Council Members Miller and Horvath REPORT FROM THE SUB - COMMITTEE ON MINUTES To the Common.Council of the City of South Bend: Yotr sub - committee on the inspection and supervision of the minutes would respectfully report that it has inspected the minutes of the June 29, 1978 meeting of the Council and found them correct. The sub - committee, therefore, recommends that the same be approved: /s /Mary Christine Adams /s /Roger 0. Parent Council Member Serge made a motion that the minutes of the June 29, 1978 meeting be placed on file, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. Council Member Adams made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. 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, July 10, 1978, at 7:01 p.m., with eight members present. Chairman pro tem Taylor presiding. f REGULAR MEETING JULY 10, 1978 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) BILL NO. 97 -78 A BILL APPROVING THE FORM AND TERMS OF LEASE AND TRUST INDENTURE AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION THEREOF PERTAINING TO GENERAL LIQUORS, INC. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents.and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Kenneth Fedder, attorney for the Economic Development Commission, made the presentation for the bill. He said this $350,000 bond issue would be used to construct additional facilities for General Liquors, Inc., at 1880 N. Kenmore Street. He said this expansion will mean an increase in employment and it was estimated that approximately eight new jobs will be created. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable,.seconded by Council Member Adams. The motion carried. BILL NO. 83 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $5,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT, COMMONLY KNOWN 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 being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Michael Vance, Deputy Controller, made the presenta- tion for the bill. He said this money would be used to repair the roof at the Municipal Services Facility Building. Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Adams. The motion carried. BILL NO. 85 -78 A BILL AMENDING VARIOUS EXISTING SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 20, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND AND BY THE ADDITION OF ARTICLE 9 MOBILITY HANDICAPPED PARKING. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Council President Roger O. Parent, made the presentation for the bill. He indicated that many citizens in our community have become actively involved in assuring that mobility handicapped persons have the opportunity to travel to the from their homes and place of employment. He said that parking has been a problem for our mobility handi- capped, therefore, he was introducing this bill which would enable the Board of Public Works to designate certain "blue curb" areas to be used exclusively for the mobility handicapped person, Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 96 -78 A BILL AMENDING CHAPTER 16 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND TO ELIMINATE RESTRICTED REFUSE COLLECTORS LICENSES. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Thomas Brunner, City Attorney, indicated he was under the impression that this bill was going to be continued. After a brief discussion it was decided that public hearing would be held on this bill, after which time the Council would decide whether or not to continue public hearing on the bill. Mr. Brunner indicated there was a problem in the City with many trash haulers not having any covering over their trash trucks, and this was creat- ing a health hazard, as well as being unsightly. He said this proposed amendment would eliminate the restricted licenses, and the Administration feels it is a necessary charge, in order to cor- rect the problem. Mrs. Jane Swan, 2022 Swygart, indicated that the City was collecting garbage in open trucks.. Mr. Brunner indicated that the City should adhere to the proposed bill. Mr. Maurice Cohen, 725 E. Eckman, indicated that Park Department rucks pick up leaves and branches with no covering on the trucks and the trash falls out on the street. Rev. Richards, 2221 W. Linden, indicated he was a trash hauler and his truck has passed all standards. He said the small trash haulers could not afford $15,000 for a packer. He indicated he favored covering for the truck, but he would be forced out of business if this bill were passed. Mr. Morris Eggleston, 1315 Riding Mall, indicated this bill would put some fine people out of business. He said he failed to see the need for such a stiff ordinance, or one that would put one segment of our citiz( out of work. Mr. Joseph Kelbosits, Manager of the Bureau of Solid Waste, indicated that many of the private haulers do not have licenses. He indicated he was in favor of this bill. Council President Parent made a motion to continue public hearing on this matter until September 25, 1978, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. Council Member Adams asked Mr. Brunn( for a report on all trash hauler violations since January 1, 1977, and their disposition. BILL NO. 98 -78 A BILL APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND (1) CLOW CORPORATION OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND (2) KENNEDY VALVE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, ELMIRA, NEW YORK, AND (3) MUELLER CO., CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN ASSORTMENT OF WATER MAIN, VALVES, FITTINGS AND HYDRANTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $208,268.58. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. John Stancati, Director of Utilities, made the pre- sentation for the bill. He said bids were let pursuant to the Statutes of the State of Indiana and were found competitive. Council Member Serge made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Adams. The motion carried. ffam u 1 Doom 0 oil .4 otety COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED BILL NO. 99 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $21,184.00 OF TITLE XX GRANT MONIES FROM THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND CRIME CONTROL FUND FOR VARIOUS YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU ACTIVITIES DURING THE PERIOD JULY 1, 1978 THROUGH JUNE 30,1978. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponent were given an opportunity to be heard. Ms. Bonnie Strycker, Director of the Youth Services Bureau, made the presentation for the bill. She indicated they had been granted a contract through Title XX in the amount of $21,184. She indicated they intended to use this money to supplement existing funding for the Bureau. She said part of the funds have been designated for activities such as the campership program and the purchase of uniforms for camp participants. She said another part of the money will be used to pay a stipend to the interns who are helping with the various recreation activities. Council President Parent made a motion to recommend thi bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 100 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $495,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH THE DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOP - MENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponent were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Carl Ellison, Director of Community Development,made the presentation for the bill. He indicated this appropriation would be used for various street and street related improvements within all six target areas and other "lower" income areas as approved by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council President Parent. The motion carried. BILL NO. 141 -78 A BILL TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $33,000 FROM CD PROGRAM 77 -101 PERSONNEL COSTS TO CD PROGRAM 77 -101 NON - PERSONNEL COSTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,000. BOTH COST CATEGORIES BEING WITHIN THE BUREAU OF HOUSING BUDGET FROM THE 1977 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponent were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Carl Ellison, Director of Community Development, mad the presentation for the bill. He indicated this transfer would allow them to deal with certain urgent problems. He said there were five vehicles in the Bureau of Housing fleet that needed replacement. He said they were also trying to secure space to consolidate the Bureau of Housing in one.location. He said these funds would.be used for this purpose. Council Member Adams indicated that the Personnel and Finance Committee would be dealing with the City's vehicle fleet in August, and she asked Mr. Ellison to wait until August before he purchased the five vehicles. Mr. Ellison indicated he would wait. Council Member Adams made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council.favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO.- 102 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $500,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR PROJECT REHABILITATION GRANTS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE BUREAU OF HOUSING. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponent: were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Carl Ellison, Director of Community Development, mad( the presentation for the bill. He said this appropriation would be used to continue the housing rehabilitation grant program, established during the first Community Development Program and has continued for three years. He said since initiation of the program, 157 housing units have been rehabilitated. He said a total of 167 eligible applicants remain on the waiting list. He said Project Rehab is an integral part of the administration's neighborhood and housing preservation program. He indicated the maximum grant would remain at $9,000 per unit. Council President Parent made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 103 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $300,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, TO CONTINUE PROJECT REBATE (HOUSING REHABILITA- TION), TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE BUREAU OF HOUSING. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponent were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Carl Ellison, Director of Community Development, mad the presentation for the bill. He indicated that this was an experimental, innovative housing rehab program that has surpassed their expectations concerning public response, acceptance and participation. He said as of June 20, 1978, they had enrolled 328 eligible applications; re- habilitated 235 housing, units; established 47 housing units with work pending; expended $139,900 which renerated $491,200 in rehabilitation work and established a- ratio: of $3.50 of rehab work for every $1 of public money spent. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Adams. The motion carried. REGULAR MEETING JULY 10, 1978 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) BILL NO. 104 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $35,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC SERVICES (LEGAL AID); TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM OF NORTHERN INDIANA, INC. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Carl Ellison, Director of Community Development, made the presentation for the bill. He said as part of the second and third year Community Developmen Plan, Council approved a project designed to provide comprehensive legal services to low -and - moderate - income residents of the Community Development target areas. He said it has been deter- mined that this project received overwhelming response in terms of applicants and clients served. Council Member Serge made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 105 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $6,686.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR THE CONTINUATION OF URBAN RENEWAL ACTIVITIES, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF RE- DEVELOPMENT. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Carl Ellison,Director of Community Development, made the presentation for the bill. He said in the 1977 CDBG Plan, $105,000 was allocated for Re- development's administrative cost. However, only $98,314 was appropriated; consequently, $6,686 remains in the fund. He said the appropriation of these remaining resources is now necessary to extend Redevelopment administration through the month of July. He said by granting this appropriation, additional time necessary to transition Redevelopment to project funding will be provided. Council Member Adams made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 106 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $5,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC PARK PROJECTS TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC PARKS. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above bill, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Carl Ellison, Director of Community Development, made the presentation for the bill. He said this appropriation would be used for general improvements at Kelley Park, such as; rehabilitation of the shelter house, extension of the existing fence; installation of two new pieces of play equipment; and beautification of the general park area and parkway. Council President Parent made a motion to recommend this bill to the Council favorable, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. There being no further business to come before the Committee of the Whole, Council Member Kopczynski made a motion to rise and report to the Council and recess, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried and the meeting was recessed at 8:10 p.m. ATTEST: CITY CLERK REGULAR 14EETING RECONVENED ATTEST: CHAIRMAN, PRO TEM Be it remembered that the regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of South Bend recon- vened in the Council Chambers on the fourth floor of the County -City Building at 8:30 p.m., Council President Parent presiding and seven members present. Council President Parent welcomed the U.S. Government Adult Education class from Central. BILLS, SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 6386 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING THE FORM AND TERMS OF LEASE AND TRUST INDENTURE AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION THEREOF PERTAIN- ING TO GENERAL LIQUORS, INC. This bill had second reading. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to pass this bill, secon by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 6387 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $5,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRATN, COMMONLY KNOWN AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROGRAMS TO BE AD- MINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. This bill had second reading. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Adams. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. REGULAR MEETING JULY 10, 1978 REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED ORDINANCE NO. 6381 -78 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS EXISTING SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 20 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND AND BY THE ADDITION OF ARTICLE 9 MOBILITY HANDICAPPED PARKING. This bill had second reading. Kathleen Cekanski - Farrand, the Council attorney read the follow- ing amendments to the bill: (1) Amend subsection (a) to read as follows: (a) Any person, for or on behalf of any mobility handicapped person who does not have Dis- abled Veteran Registration Plate(s) or Special Registration Plate (s) may file an appli- cation for a South Bend Handicapped Parking Permit with the Board of Public Works. (2) Amend subsection (b) to read as follows: (1) The legal name of the mobility handicapped person; (2) The present address and telephone number of the mobility handicapped person, (3) Written certification from a licensed physician stating that (a) the mobility handi- capped person,has permanently lost the use of a leg or both legs or an arm or both arms or any combination thereof; or (b) the mobility handicapped person presently suffers from a disability resulting in a physical condition that precludes him from being able to walk more than two (2) city blocks and that this condition shall last for the duration of the present calendar year. (4) The year (s), and license plate number (s) of the vehicle (s) which would display the permit. II. SEC. 20 -112 Designation of Handicapped Parking Spaces (1) Amend subsection (a) to read as follows: (a) Any person on behalf of any mobility handicapped person or authorized group organization representing the handicapped may request the Board of Public Works to designate a space or spaces for Handicapped Parking. Council Member Taylor made a motion to amend the bill, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass the bill, as amended, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. BILL NO. 96 -78 A BILL AMENDING CHAPTER 16 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE_CITY -OF SOUTH BEND TO ELIMINATE RESTRICTED REFUSE COLLECTORS LICENSES. Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to continue public hearing and second reading on this bill until September 25, 1978, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE NO. 6389 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUREAU OF WATER OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND (1) CLOW CORPORATION, SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, (2) KENNEDY VALVE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, ELMIRA, NEW YORK, AND (3) MUELLER CO., CHATTANOOGA, TENNESSEE FOR THE PURCHASE OF AN ASSORTMENT OF WATER MAIN VALVES, FITTINGS AND HYDRANTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $208,268.58. This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made .a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 6390 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $21,184.00 OF TITLE XX GRANT MONIES FROM THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND CRIME CONTROL FUND FOR VARIOUS YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU ACTIVITIES DURING THE PERIOD JULY 1, 1978 THROUGH JUNE 30, 1979. This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed-by a roll call vote of seven ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 6391 - 78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $495,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH THE DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. This bill had second reading. Council Member Serge made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 6392 -78 AN ORDINANCE TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $33,000.00 FROM CD PROGRAM 77 -101 PERSONNEL COSTS TO CD PROGRAM 77 -101 NON - PERSONNEL COSTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,000. BOTH COST CATEGORIES BEING WITHIN THE BUREAU OF HOUSING BUDGET FROM THE 1977 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This bill had second reading. Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. REGULAR MEETING JULY 10 1978 REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED ORDINANCE NO. 6393 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $500,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR PROJECT REHABILITATION GRANTS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 6394 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $300,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, TO CONTINUE PROJECT REBATE (HOUSING REHABILITA- TION), TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOP- MENT AND THE BUREAU OF HOUSING. ORDINANCE NO. 6395 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $35,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR THE PROVISION OF PUBLIC SERVICES (LEGAL AID), TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISON OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE LEGAL SERVICES PROGRAM OF NORTHERN INDIANA, INC. This bill had second reading. Mr. Carl Ellison, Director of Community Development, asked that this bill be amended to show program year starting August 1, 1978. Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to amend the bill, seconded by Council Member Adams. The motion carried. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass the bill, as amended, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. ORDINANCE NO. 6396 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $6,686.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR THE CONTINUATION OF URBAN RENEWAL ACTIVITIES, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF REDEVELOPMENT. This bill had second reading. Council Member Dombrowski made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. ORDI -NANCE NO. 6397 -78 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $5,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC PARK PROJECTS TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC PARKS. This bill had Second Reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to pass this bill, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The bill passed by a roll call vote of seven ayes. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 627 -78 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND AUTHORIZING THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS, TO NEGOTIATE THE SALE OF A PARCEL OF LAND LOT 96, MUESSEL 2ND ADDITION IN PORTAGE TOWNSHIP, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA, ALSO KNOWN AS 1038 N. BLAINE AVENUE. WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend, pursuant to the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend, Section 14.5- 2(e)(5), has offered for sale a parcel of land Lot 96, Muessel 2nd Addition in Portage Township, St. Joseph County, Indiana, also known as 1038 N. Blaine Avenue, at an offering price of $840.00, and WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend has now received an offer to purchase the property of 1038 N. Blaine Avenue for a price of $600.00, and WHEREAS, the Board of Public Works has now complied with all requirements of the Municipal Code of the City of South Bend, Section 14.5 -2, 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 96, Muessel 2nd Addition in Portage Township, St. Joseph County, Indiana commonly known as 1038 N. Blaine Avenue, for a total price of $600.00. SECTION II. This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its adiption by the Common Council and approved by the Mayor. Mary Christine Adams Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held at this time on this resolution. Mr. David Wells, Director of Design and Administration, indicated that this property was appraised at $840, however, the offering price was $600. Council Member Szymkowiak made a motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by REGULAR MEETING JULY 1 n J q79 L REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED RESOLUTION NO. 628 -78 A RESOLUTION TRANSFERRING $40,220.00 FROM ACCOUNT 722.0 MOTOR EQUIPMENT, TO ACCOUNT 726.0 OTHER EQUIPMENT, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE SAME MAJOR CLASSIFICATION OF THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY SPECIAL DISTRIBUTION BUDGET OF THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY SPECIAL DISTRIBUTION FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, ADMINISTERED THROUGH THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS WHEREAS, certain extraordinary conditions have developed since the adoption of the exist- ing budget, so that it is now necessary to appropriate more money than was originally appropriat- ed in the budget for the various functions of City Government to meet such extraordinary condit- ions, and WHEREAS, additional funds are needed for Account 726.0, Other Equipment, to enable the Department of Public Works to properly perform its functions; and WHEREAS, a surplus exists in another account where it is not presently needed. This surpl is shown more specifically as follows, to -wit: $40,220.00 in Account 722.0, Motor Equipment NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend: SECTION I: That the Account 722.0, Motor Equipment, be reduced by $40,220.00, and of this $40,220.00, e appropriated and transferred to 726.0, Other Equipment. SECTION II: This Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by the Common Council and its approval by the Mayor. Mary Christine Adams Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held at this time on this resolution. Mr. Michael Vance, Deputy Controller, indicated that this transfer will enable the Street Department to purchase snow removal equip- ment, primarily plows and associated hydraulic systems. Council Member Dombrowski made a.motion to adopt this resolution, seconded by Council Member Szymkowiak. The resolution was adopted by a roll call vote of seven ayes. BILLS, FIRST READING BILL NO. 108 -78 A BILL APPROVING THE FORM AND TERMS OF FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL LOAN AGREEMENT, FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL MORTGAGE AND INDENTURE OF TRUST AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT REVENUE BONDS, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION THEREOF PERTAINING TO CHAR - KING, INC. This bill had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 109 -78 A BILL AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68; AS AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (CHAPTER 21, MUNICIPAL CODE) (NORTHEAST CORNER OF PLEASANT AND IRONWOOD,. CITY OF SOUTH BEND, ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, INDIANA). This bill had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to refer this bill and petition to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 110 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $53,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH THE DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. This will had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member. Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 111 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $2,126,000.00 FROM THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND (URGENT NEEDS GRANT) FOR THE "MINI- MALL" PROJECT TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, THROUGH ITS DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND THE DEPARTMENT OF REDEVELOP - MENT. This bill had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. R REGULAR MEETING JULY 10, 1978 REGULAR MEETING RECONVENED BILL NO. 112 -78 A BILL AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AS AMENDED, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (CHAPTER 21, MUNICIPAL CODE) (NORTHEAST CORNER OF INWOOD & IRONWOOD.) This bill had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to refer this bill and petition to Area Plan, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 113 -78 A BILL AMENDING CHAPTER 15, ARTICLE 1, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE RAILROAD TRAINS ORDINANCE. This bill had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 114 -78 A BILL TRANSFERRING THE SUM OF $25,419 FROM ACCOUNT NO. 260.0 OTHER CONTRACTUALS, TO ACCOUNT NO. 726.0, OTHER EQUIPMENT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $25,419. ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY SPECIAL DISTRIBUTION BUDGET OF THE MOTOR BEHICLE HIGHWAY, SPECIAL DISTRIBUTION FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. This bill had first reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 115 -78 A BILL APPROPRIATING $395,000.00 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 bill had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried. BILL NO. 116 -78 A BILL FIXING MAXIMUM SALARIES AND WAGES OF APPROINTED OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE YEAR OF 1979. This bill had first reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried. BILL NO. 117 -78 A BILL FIXING MAXIMUM SALARIES AND WAGES OF APPOINTED OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, WITHIN THE DIVISION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR THE YEAR FROM JULY 1, 1978 TO JUNE 30,1979. ` This bill had second reading. Council Member Adams made a motion to set this bill for public rI I hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Taylor. The motion carried. BILL NO. 118 -78 A BILL FIXING MAXIMUM SALARIES AND WAGES OF APPOINTED OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE BUREAU OF EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1979. This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. BILL NO. 119 -78 A BILL FIXING THE ANNUAL PAY OF POLICEMEN FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR 1979. This bill had second reading. Council Member Taylor made a motion to set this bill for public hearing and second reading July 24, 1978, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried. Thre being no further business to come before the Council, unfinished or new, Council Member Taylor made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Council Member Dombrowski. The motion carried and the meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m. ATTEST: APPROVED: City Clerk Tres en