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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-13-73 Council Meeting Minutes+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + ++ REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13, 19731 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, August 13, 1973, at 7:04 p.m., Council President Peter J. Nemeth presiding. The meeting was called to order and the Pledge to the Flag was given. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth. ABSENT: None. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend met in the Committee of the Whole on Monday, August 13, 1973, at 7:05 p.m., with nine members present. Chairman Odell Newburn presided. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR SERVICES RENDERED BY THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT. PLANT OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND FOR THE TREATMENT OF SEPTIC TANK DUMPINGS. REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 1 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Rollin Farrand, Director of the Department o: Public Works, made the presentation for the ordinance. He indicated that the service was very important and was something that should be continued to be provided. He also mentioned that the City of Mishawaka does not provide that type of service, and he felt that it should not be forced into the land -fill operation. He stated that the city does have the capacity and capability to handle the dumpings. He indicated that, during 1972, a total of 18,600,000 pounds of suspended solids (concentrated sewage) was taken care of at the treatment plant. He mentioned that some costs are handled through the Bureau of Sanitation, and the Bureau of Water handles the billings. He talked briefly on the schedule of charges, indicating that the cost would amount to 12G per pound of sewage with a $5.00 lab fee in order to sample the material and a $3.50 office fee to cover the handling of all the paper work. He stated that the city's operation was odor free and the plant was very clean, and also mentioned that there would be other charges to the property owner who desired to have his septic tank cleaned. He concluded by indicating that the facility for the treatment of the sewage had been constructed from funds derived from the taxpayers, and he felt the cost of handling and processing the wastes should be realistic. Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, THE CITY OF TO AS ZONING STREET). AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE CHAPTER 21 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FORMERLY REFERRED ORDINANCE NO. 3702 (408 SOUTH 30TH This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. William Farabaugh, Attorney at Law, 316 Firs- Bank Building, made the presentation for the ordinance. He indicated that he represented the petitioners, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Sechowski, and the prospective purchaser of the property, Dr. and Mrs. Walter Landis. He briefly outlined Dr. Landis' background and the request for the rezoning. He indicated that the house would remain unchanged; however, the doctor would conduct his practice within the home. He indicated that the total square footage of the house and garage was 2,400 square feet and the size was 60 by 150 square feet. He explained that three cars could be parked along the north side of the house and there would not be a driveway from Jefferson into the three - car parking lot. He indicated that the driveway would be on 30th Street. He stated that the doctor and his nurse would park in the attached garage. He indicated that the parking lot on the north would be paved and would have proper and adequate screening. Mr. Farabaugh presented slides to the Council showing the area in question. He pointed out the various other structures in the vicinity that were presently zoned "B" Residential. He indicated that there were six service or "B" Residential uses in the area, they being the Blackwood Apartments, Park Jefferson Apartments, Crow Chizek Accountants, American Red Cross and the Hickey Funeral Home. He felt traffic would not be increased by the proposed use and indicated that the building would house a single physiciai He presented a petition to the City Clerk signed by seven property owners in the area indicating that they had no objection to the rezoning. He introduced Dr. Walter Landis who indicated that he desired to purchase the property for his office because it was the closest possible location to the Osteopathic Hospital. He indicated that the purchase of the home would only be made if the rezoning was approved. He indicated that the people in the area that he had talked to had no objection to the rezoning, and that their complaints had to do with already existing problems. Ono problem concerned the amount of traffic generated on Jefferson Boulevard because of the entrance and exit to the Park Jefferson Apartments. He stated that this problem had nothing to do with his request for rezoning. Another problem the residents had complained about was that children walkinc along Jefferson cut through the lots because there are no sidewalks. He stated that this, again, was an existing problem and had nothing to do with his request for rezoning. He concluded that some of the neighbors have stated that they are against spot zoning; however, he pointed out that those same people are surrounded on three sides by "B" Residential zoning. Mr. John Condon, 3110 Sunnymede Avenue, indicated that the area in question was a family residen- tial neighborhood. He mentioned that there was spot zoning in the area, but if spot zoning kept coming, in no time the whole area would be commercial. He felt that, if the rezoning ordinance was passed by the Council, more property would be rezoned and the area would become deteriorated. Mr. Elmer Torok, 3118 Sunnymede Avenue, indicated that he was against the rezoning because it was spot zoning. He indicated that the area has been a residential area for many years, and he felt the traffic would be increased because of the doctor's office, and he explained that there was a problem at the present time in getting off 30th Street onto Jefferson Boulevard. He felt that, with the approval of the doctor's office on 30th Street, the area would be opened up for another rezoning and used for additional duplexes. Councilman Serge asked if the request for rezoning had been approved by the Area Plan Commission. It was indicated that the Area Plan Commission had voted against the rezoning. Councilman Szymkowiak asked if three parking spaces would be sufficient for the doctor's office, and Dr. Landis indicated that the minimum spaces was five, and he and his nurse would park in the existing garage. He felt the three spaces to the north of the building would be sufficient because he worked on an appointment basis. He also indicated that some of his patients would be walking from the Osteopathic Hospital. Councilman Szymkowiak asked if Dr. Landis would be residing in the home and Dr. Landis indicated that he would not be using the house for a residence nor would be renting rooms. He indicated that he would be using the whole house for his office. Councilman Kopczynski indicated that he thought some of Dr. Landis' patients would walk to his office and additional parking would.not be needed in that area. He felt that, if things are made convenient to the people in the area, traffic could be eliminated. Councilman Parent indicated that he had driven in the area and had also walked the area on foot and had tried to visualize the home with addition< parking spaces on the north. He expressed sympathy for the doctor's feeling of wanting to be clos( to his hospital, and he felt the seller would be able to sell the house for more because it would be used as a doctor's office. He did not think the parking lot would add anything to the neighbor. hood. He expressed concern about the preservation of neighborhoods and felt the Council should vote against the ordinance. He indicated that he would have to vote against the rezoning. Councilman Miller indicated that the house faced 30th Street which, he felt, made it more residen- tial than if it faced Jefferson Boulevard. He stated that, even though there were "B" Residential buildings in the area, they were strictly "B" Residential. He mentioned that rezonings of this particular kind are difficult for the Council, and he felt the Council should be conservative and not make a change in the zoning because the immediate area showed nothing of that kind of "B" Residential zoning. Council President Nemeth asked about the basis of the recommendation made by REQUAR MFFTT= AUGUST 13, 1973 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) the Area Plan Commission. Mr. Douglas Carpenter; Planner for the Area Plan Commission, indicated that the Plan Commission felt the "area was a nice residential area and the use would have a detri- mental effect on the area. He felt a chain reaction could have been started with the rezoning. He expressed the hope of the Plan Commission to preserve the area. Council President Nemeth asked about Area Plan's recommendation on the Park Jefferson Apartments, and Mr. Carpenter indicated that he was not on the staff at that time. Council President Nemeth asked if there was a plan to change the exterior of the building, and Mr. Carpenter stated that the only change on the exterior would be the addition of a three -car parking lot and the necessary screening. Council President Nemeth indicated that the Park Jefferson Apartments and the Red Cross building were new buildings. He asked if Mr. Carpenter felt this was a threat to the neighborhood. Mr. Carpenter indicated that the rezoning at 408 South 30th Street could set off the whole neighborhood for non- residential uses He indicated that, when the funeral home was rezoned, there had been a great deal of objection, and it had been thought that there would be no more rezoning in that area after the funeral home came in. Council President Nemeth asked about Mr. Carpenter's recommendation on the funeral home, and Mr. Carpenter indicated that the Area Plan Commission had voted favorably on that rezoning. Councilman Horvath asked if there was a possibility of moving the parking to the south of the building, and Mr. Farabaugh indicated that that approach had been considered; however, there was no room to the south. Councilman Horvath asked how close the parking would be on Jefferson Boulevard, and Mr. Farabaugh, by use of the slide, indicated there would be 20 feet from the curb line with the house being 60 feet from the street and 40 to 45 feet of that to be used for parking. Mr. Farabaugh indicated that he felt the Council should not consider the rezoning as commercial. He indicated that there were no plans to live in the house and, thus, the reason for the rezoning. He also indicated that the rezoning to allow the doctor's office did not necessarily mean the seller would be getting a better price for the house because the buyer would have to remodel and change the interior to accommodate his office and might not offer as high.a price as someone who had no intention of changing the building. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by Council President Nemeth. There was voice vote on the issue, and Chairman Newburn declared the motion lost. Councilman Kopczynski requested a roll call vote. The motion lost by a vote of three ayes (Councilmen Kopczynski, Newburn and Nemeth) and six nays (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor and Horvath). ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE FOR THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WITHIN THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,000.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY BUDGET. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. Donald Decker, Manager of the Bureau of Streets, made the presentation for the ordinance. He explained that the request for the transfer to the MVH -726 Account was necessitated because of some large expenditures for signal torches, barricades and modifications to slurry equipment which depleted the account. He expressed the thought that the transfer of $2,000 to this account from the MVH -722 Account would support the department's requirements for the balance of 1973. He also indicated that a transfer was necessar, to the MVH -323 Account because the $3,000 that was budgeted this year represented $6,000 less than was budgeted in 1972, and it was simply not enough to cover the tire needs for the 75 pieces of rolling equipment on the street. He was hopeful that this transfer would also fulfill the depart- ment's requirements for the balance of 1973. Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, questioned the fact that $2,000 was available in the Services Personal Account to transfer into another account. Mr. Decker indicated that the Services Personal Account was the salary account and, during part of 1973, he had operated with less supervisors than was budgeted. Miss Guthrie asked if Mr. Decker could continue to operate with less supervisors, and Mr. Decker stated that he has rehired and filled the position because it was needed. Miss Guthrie asked if the equipment was needed at the present time, and Mr. Decker indicated that it was because the equipment was used year- round. Chairman Newburn indicated that the shovels, flares and other tools must be replaced, and he questioned the method used for replacement of the equipment. He asked if there was a high loss of those items by theft. Mr. Decker explained that the tools are disbursed in the morning and are collected at the end of the shifts and accounted for. He stated that there is normal breakage of the equipment. He stated that the only loss would be in the area of the flares because of the vandals. He mentioned that, on one evening at one location, 17 flares had been stolen. Council President Nemeth asked if something else could be used in place of the flares, and Mr. Decker indicated that the department had flashing barricades; however, they were very expensive and nothing prevented vandals from stealing that equipment also. Council President Nemeth asked about reflectors, and Mr. Decker indicated that the reflectors are of no value at night. Councilman Kopczynski asked if the flares had been stolen in any one particular area, and Mr. Decker indicates that some areas are more prevalent. Councilman Kopczynski asked in what area the highest loss occurs, and Mr. Decker indicated the Ohio, Pennsylvania and Keasey Streets area. Councilman Kopczynski asked if buildings were set afire by use of the flares, and Mr. Decker indicated that the Fire Department had responded to several fire calls in the area, with most of the fires being porch fires. Councilman Parent indicated that, with the work being done in the McKinley area, the flares were being lost to the children. Councilman Kopczynski asked if it was possible to anchor the flares down, and Mr. Decker indicated that he did not know of any way. Councilman Kopczynski asked if that suggestion could be looked into, and Mr. Decker indicated that, if something could be designed, he felt the plan would have merit. Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $25,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT FUND, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMIN- ISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY. This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Dr. John Kromkowski, Director of the Department REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13 1973 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) of Human Resources and Economic Development, made the presentation for the ordinance on behalf of the Safety Director, Mr. Patrick Gallagher. He indicated that the funds would be used for demoli- tion of 30 structures that are beyond any possibility for rehabilitation. He stated that the majority of the houses suffer from burn out. He stated that a breakdown regarding the demolition had been furnished the Council members by the Safety Director. He explained that 56 residential buildings were scheduled for demolition and 3 commercial buildings. He indicated that $51,000 had been used for contracting of the demolition. Dr. Kromkowski indicated that, in addition to the projected buildings to be demolished, a grant in the amount of $70,000 had been received for the Model Cities area which would bring the city to between $96,000 and $97,000 worth of demolition activities during 1973 with a total of 230 to 240 homes being demolished. He felt the appropriati was well warranted as the demolition of the substandard buildings would end the blight in many are Mrs. Frederick Mutzl, President of the St. Joseph County Fair Tax Association, asked about the amount of money coming back into the fund. She asked if the residents of the buildings paid to hall their homes demolished. Dr. Kromkowski indicated that approximately 200 buildings have been demolished and 59 of those have been torn down by the city. He stated that most of the demolish- ment is private, and he explained that recouping the money is a very gradual process until the developers utilize the areas. Mrs. Mutzl asked if those persons responsible for setting the buildings on fire and making them substandard were ever apprehended. She indicated that there is a pattern for the fires, and she felt it was very alarming. Mr. Ralph Muszynski of the Western Avenue Business Council, stated that the council recommended the appropriation ordinance be passed He indicated that he has received complete cooperation with demolition in the area, and he stated that the area was a blighted one. He mentioned that one particular building had been requested to be demolished, and the Board of Public Safety had indicated that funds were not available for the demolition. He stated that he had requested another building in the 3800 block of Western Avenue also be demolished as there have been four or five alarms in that area. He concluded that the buildings were an eyesore to the surrounding area. Miss Fanny Grunwald, 227 South Frances Street, asked about the money received back on the insurance when the homes were burned. Dr. Kromkowski indicated that the property owners would receive the insurance money. He explained the process of the buildings being burned and the city being responsible for tearing them down. He indicated that, when that is the case, a mechanic's lien is placed on the property and, if there is a trans- fer of ownership, then the mechanic's lien must be paid off. City Attorney Roemer indicated that most of the houses that are burned out are vacant and the insurance has lapsed on those homes. Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, stated that the original budget for demolition was $50,000 for 1973. Dr. Kromkowski indicated that she was correct and, out of those funds, $34,000 was actually used because the fund was "overdrawn" from the previous years. Miss Guthrie questioned this. She stated that $25,000 had been received in additional funds from the revenue sharing funds and now another $25,000 was being requested. This was in addition to the $70,000 received in the Model Cities area. She felt the homes should be taken care of, but she felt the city should be receiving some money back. She asked how much had been received by the city in mechanics' liens. Mr. Walter Lantz, Chief Deputy Controller, indi- cated that $7,500 had been received by the city. Miss Guthrie indicated that she did not under- stand why more money was needed. She wondered how much more money would be received by the city. Dr. Kromkowski indicated that the forces of renewal for a particular area must be consolidated. Until this is done, the money would not be received back by the city and nothing would be done about the safety problems. Miss Guthrie indicated that she was not suggesting that; however, she was questioning the amount of money being spent on demolition. Mr. Lantz indicated that the demolition fund was not in the red in 1972, but that $17,000 of the 1973 budget had to be used for demolition for last year. Councilman Parent indicated that only $7,500 has come back to the city which signified the attitude of certain persons. He felt that, if those citizens would take care of their properties, this would not be the case. He felt by the appropriation of these funds, the local government was doing its job. Councilman Taylor asked if the $25,000 would be earmarked on Western Avenue, and Dr. Kromkowski indicated that the money would be used in the Southeast area. He explained that Model Cities funds are taking care of that area and there is a code enforcement project in the Northwest area. Councilman Kopczynski asked if there were two sites on Western Avenue scheduled for demolition, and Dr. Kromkowski indicated that there were at least two sites scheduled. Councilman Kopczynski felt that, by demolition of these properties, the land would com back quickly because it would be more desirable. He felt the appropriation would be an investment to the city in order to preserve and maintain the areas for good commercial property. He stated that, when buildings have served a useful purpose and the owners do not take care of the property, something must be done. He indicated that there is a good plan for Western Avenue in the making and he felt the Council should act favorably on the ordinance. Dr. Kromkowski indicated that the economic development strategy simply becomes another tool for revitalization. Councilman Szymkowi l felt the tearing down of these buildings was badly needed. He stated that, once the buildings are torn down, the land can be put to a good use. He indicated that there was a great need for parkin on Western Avenue, and he recommended that the Council act favorably on the ordinance. Chairman Newburn indicated that the demolition crews were becoming careless when cleaning up after demolish ment. He asked that this be taken care of. Councilman Kopczynski requested that Mr. DeFreeuw bring the Council up to date on the proposed development of Western Avenue at some future date. Mr. Muszynski indicated that the Business Council would be very happy to do that. Council Preside 1 Nemeth indicated that he would appreciate receiving a list of revenue sharing funds available to the city. Councilman Kopczynski indicated that he had requested that information as chairman of the Council Finance Committee; however, he had never received it. Mr. Lantz indicated that the councilmen should have received the information the past week, and he stated that he would check into the matter. Councilman Miller made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $32,195.00 FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER BUILDING AND SINKING FUND (RETENTION BASIN CONSTRUCTION). This being the time heretofore set for public hearing on the above ordinance, proponents and opponents were given an opportunity to be heard. Mr. David Wells, Manager of the Bureau of Administration and Design, made the presentation for the ordinance. He'explained that, in 1969, several studies were made of various sections of the city regarding storm sewers. Subsequent to these reports, several storm sewers and lagoons were constructed. He stated that, at present, McKinley Terrace is under construction. He further stated that a private developer had approached the city at that time with plans to construct an apartment complex in one of the areas that was planned to.become a retention basin. This had been explained to the developer and he was willing REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13 1973 IICOMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED) to cooperate with the city in order to develop the area and make the necessary plans for the storm drainage. Based upon that, a conditional approval was given to go ahead with the plans. Mr. Well explained that the site is on Edison Avenue and is designated as Lagoon E.. He explained that the basin would take care of the area which was approximately 93 acres. He further indicated that a contract had been entered into for the purchase of the land for the apartment complex and.construc tion of the lagoon. Mr. Wells indicated that now construction had been completed and payment was requested. He also indicated that the figure should be amended to read $32,438.00. He stated tha the publication requirements had been met using the $32,438.00 figure. Miss Virginia Guthrie, Executive Secretary of the Civic Planning Association, asked if the contrac had been entered into without approval of the appropriation, and Mr. Wells indicated that that appeared to be the case. City Attorney Roemer indicated that a contract could have been entered into subject to Council approval. Council President Nemeth indicated that Water Works contracts are handled in that fashion. Mr. Wells indicated that, should the Council not approve the appro- priation, the developer could take the city to court. He indicated that the city was faced with a similar situation under the Barrett Law in the Kensington Farms area. Mr. Roemer indicated that, in the future, a clause should be inserted into the contracts that would read "subject to Council approval ". He indicated that he would try to make sure this was done. Miss Guthrie asked if the work was already done, and Mr. Wells indicated that it was. He presented photographs to the Council. Councilman Miller suggested that perhaps the contracts could be ratified by the Council without an exact figure as that amount would not be known. Councilman Horvath indicated that the work had already been done under the last administration even though the city was now being reques to pay its share of the construction. He felt there should have been some kind of agreement betwe the city and the developer regarding the construction. Mr. Wells indicated that the agreement was signed by Charles Sweeney and Freda Noble for an estimate of about $82,000. He pointed out that t city had done what it desired and the figure only amounted to $32,438. He also stated that the negotiations had been carried on for quite a while. Councilman Taylor asked when the contract had been entered into, and Mr. Wells indicated that he could find no date on the agreement. Councilma Kopczynski could not understand why some people have so much confidence in the Council approving such an appropriation before the approval is given. Chairman Newburn indicated that, regardless, the amount for the construction must be paid. (Councilman Serge made a motion that the ordinance go to the Council as favorable, seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried. There being no further business to come before the Committee of the Whole, Council President Nei made a motion to rise and report to the Council and take a short recess, - seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The motion carried, and the Council recessed at 8:32 p.m. ATTEST: ATTES CITY CLERK C IRMAN IIREGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED Be it remembered that the regular meeting of the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,) reconvened in the Council Chambers at 9:50 p.m., Council President Peter J. Nemeth presiding and nine members present. 11REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE ON MINUTES To the Common Council of the City of South Bend: Your committee on the inspection and supervision of the minutes, would respect- fully report that they have inspected the minutes of the July 23, 1973, regular meeting of the Council and found them correct. They, therefore, recommend that the same be approved. s/ Peter J. Nemeth I Councilman Newburn made a motion that the report be accepted as read and placed on file and the minutes be approved, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. 11REPORT FROM THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE Councilman Horvath made a motion to waive the reading of the report of the Committee of the Whole, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried by a roll call vote.of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). 11REPORT FROM AREA PLAN COMMISSION (4134 LINCOLNWAY WEST) The Honorable Common Council City of South Bend County -City Building South Bend, Indiana July 24, 1973 In Re: Proposed ordinance and site development plan of Eugene McGarvey, Jr. to zone from "B" Residential to "C" Commercial, property located at 4134 L.W.W., City of South Bend Gentlemen: The proposed ordinance and site development plan of Eugene McGarvey, Jr. to zone from "B" Residential to "C" Commercial, property located at 4134 L.W.W., City of South Bend, was advertised June 9, 1973, and June 16, 1973, for public hearing by the Area Plan Commission on June 19, 1973, as witnessed by the enclosed and attached copy of "proof of publication ". Please note the underlined area in red shows that the back 175 feet was exempted.. REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) The Area Plan Commission acted at the public hearing on June 19, 1973, in a favorable manner concerning this application. It seems that the ordinances which included the amended legal description were filed in our office by mistake and at the time of our recommendation to you, were not provided to the City Clerk. Thus, the un- amended ordinances were signed instead of the amended ordinances. Very truly yours, s/ Douglas L. Carpenter DLC:lari Senior Planner attach. Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance referred to in the report be set for public hearing and second reading on September 10, 1973, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. REPORT FROM THE DIRECTOR OF THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Dr. John Kromkowski, Director of the Department of Human Resources and Economic Development, indicated that, since the Redevelopment Commission falls under his department, the quarterly repor- would be made by Mr. Charles Lennon. Mr. Lennon indicated that he was the Executive Director of the Department of Redevelopment and Community Development. He indicated that the Redevelopment Department is a department of the City of South Bend and possesses certain powers other city depar- ments do not have because of certain statutory rights. He indicated that the Redevelopment Trustee are appointed for a one to four year term, the trustees being: Mr. F. Jay Nimtz, Mr. William A. Welsheimer, Mr. Edgar Wertheimer, Mr. William Richardson and Mr. Morris Morrison. Mr. Lennon explained that, on the first meeting day before the end of the year, the trustees elect for one- year terms the Redevelopment Commissioners, they being: Mr. Fred J. Helmen, Mr. John E. Chenney, Rev. Willie Williams, Mr. B. L. Wade and Mr. Donald Wiggins. He explained that the Department of Redevelopment concentrates on renewal projects and its major function is to handle the entire relo. cation of the City of South Bend. He presented an outline to the Council of the Department of Redevelopment and indicated that, during the past year, the staff went from 82 people to 46. He explained that one of the reasons for this was the fact that the building inspectors were turned over to the Building Department and the engineering functions were forwarded to the Department of Public Works. He explained that legal work is still done within the office as much as possible. Mr. Lennon indicated that the activities of the Redevelopment Department are coordinated with community development and meetings are held Monday mornings with Dr. John Kromkowski. He indicate( that he was responsible for developing as relates to revenue sharing, community development, capita improvement programs, house information centers and public housing programs and community and citi• zen participation. He briefly outlined the major projects, they being: the Downtown Renewal Project in an amount of $23,000,000; the Neighborhood Improvement Program at $500,000; the Northea; Code.Enforcement Project and Model Cities Code Enforcement Project; Urban Renewal of LaSalle Park (which has been pooled with the downtown renewal project); the Merry Avenue Project at $406,000 an( another code enforcement project for the Model Cities area at $208,000, the latter two programs being funded by Model Cities. Councilman Taylor asked about the status of the Northeast Code Enforcement Project, and Mr. Lennon indicated that the department had not received the full four -year program; however, they were trying to clear up the major code violations. He explained that the grants which were approved in July authorized an additional $52,000 and $57,000 for that particular area. Councilman Taylor asked if there were funds still available, and Mr. Lennon indicated that the city still has portioi left to pay in the E -3 Project (Northeast Code Enforcement Project), the funds being encumbered bui not yet spent. Councilman Kopczynski indicated that the people in the LaSalle area had invited hir to check the area under construction regarding the project, and he indicated that some work was doe which was substandard. Mr. Lennon indicated that his department had issued 45 letters to the con- tractors regarding the work performed, giving them 10 days to make the necessary repairs. He indicated that he wanted to give the contractors the opportunity to repair the work before litiga- tion. Councilman Kopczynski asked about the poor design of the structures. Mr. Lennon indicated that the complaints he had received had come up in other areas and had not dealt with design. He explained that a report had been made on each complaint and it was determined who was responsible. In all cases, the contractor was found to be at fault. Councilman Kopczynski asked why the Building Department had not made inspection of the structures. Mr. Lennon indicated that, in the past, an inspection follow -up had never been made, and many times poor materials and workmanship had not shown up until after a year later. He indicated that, since last November, inspection follow -up has been conducted. Councilman Szymkowiak asked if these same contractors were still in business, and Mr. Lennon indicated that some were and some were not and some of the contractors were even doing business at the present time under different names. He stated that his department was attempting to determine which companies had done that. Councilman Szymkowiak asked if the con- tractors were bonded for workmanship, and Mr. Lennon indicated that they were. Councilman Miller indicated that he would like a rundown on the amount of money the city must contribute regarding the federal contracts. Mr. Lennon indicated that he would update that information for the Council, Councilman Parent indicated that he has been receiving feedback on the ramps being constructed downtown for the handicapped. He indicated that he had reached the conclusion that the ramps were not designed properly. He asked if Mr. Lennon was aware of this and if any plans had been made to correct the situation. Mr. Lennon indicated that the ramps were mandated by the local ordinances and would have to meet the necessary specifications; however, might not meet the inadequacies of some individuals. Councilman Parent indicated that there was nothing in the local ordinance that mandated the curbs. Mr. Lennon assured Councilman Parent that, if the curbs were inadequate, they could be corrected. He indicated that it would be less expensive to correct them before they were constructed. Councilman Taylor indicated that the downtown renewal project was a $30,000,000 pro- ject. Mr. Lennon indicated that, in the amendatory contract, $9,000,000 was requested; however, the city only received $2,000,000. Councilman Taylor asked about the request in the amendatory contract, and Mr. Lennon indicated that he had requested funds for land acquisition and repair. He stated that the projects put back on for planning purposes were not available because the money was not available at this time. Council President Nemeth thanked Mr. Lennon for his presentation. PETITIONS TO AMEND THE ZONING ORDINANCE I, the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the Common Council of South Bend, Indiana, to amend the Zoning Ordinance of South Bend, Indiana, as hereinafter requested, or in the alternative for the Executive Board of the Area Plan Commission to approve the site plan that is being filed herewith because the two lots REGULAR MEETING AUGUST REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) sought to be rezoned have already been rezoned by the Common Council on November 22, 1971, and in support of this application, the following facts are shown: 1. The property sought to be rezoned is located at the extreme Southeast end of the Broadmoor Shopping Center, located on Miami Street and Ireland Road in the City of South Bend, County of St. Joseph, State of Indiana. 2. The property is owned by Broadmoor Shopping Center, Inc. 3. A legal description of the property is as follows: Lots Numbered Two Hundred Fifty (250) and Two Hundred Fifty One (251) as shown on the revised plat of Broadmoor Third (3rd) Section, an addition to the City of South Bend, County of St. Joseph, State of Indiana. 4. It is desired and requested that the foregoing property be rezoned: From "B" Residential Use and "B" Height and Area District To "C" Commercial Use and "C" Height and Area District. 5. It is proposed that the property will be put to the following use and the following building will be constructed (including number of dwelling units if residential): A branch drive in for the National Bank and Trust'Company of South Bend, Indiana, where people may bank from their car or enter the premises to conduct their business. 6. Number of off - street parking spaces to be provided: 60 off - street parking spaces. 7. Attached is a copy of: (a) an existing plot plan showing the 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; (c) site development plan. s/ William E. Voor, Jr. Signature of Petitioner 300 First Bank Bldg., South Bend, Ind. Petition prepared by; Attorney in fact for Petitioners William E. Voor, Jr. Attorney at Law I, the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the Common Council of the City of South Bend 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 1404 Kinyon, South Bend, Indiana. 2. The property is owned by Flora Lee Loughlin. 3. A legal description of the property is as follows: Lots numbered seven (7) and eight (8) Morris Park addition to the City of South Bend. 4. It is desired and requested that the foregoing property be rezoned: From "B" Residential Use and Height and Area District to "C" Commercial Use and Height and Area District. 5. It is proposed that the property will be put to the following use and the following building will be constructed (include number of dwelling units if residential) : The dwelling house will be remodeled into a beauty salon. 6. Number of off - street parking spaces to be provided: five (5). 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; (c) site development plan. Petition prepared by: Larry L. Ambler Patrick Brennan and Associates Professional Corporation s/ Flora Lee Loughlin Signature of Petitioner 1404 Kinyon South Bend, Indiana REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13 197 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) I, the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the City of South Bend, Indiana, Common Council 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 Ireland Road east of and contiguous to the Montgomery Ward and Scottsdale Mall property. 2. The property is owned by Place and Company, Inc. 3. A legal description of the property is as follows: A tract of land situated in the SW 1/4 of Section 30, Twp. 37 N, Rge. 3 East, St. Joseph County, Indiana, described as follows, viz: Beginning at a point on a line that bears S 890 55' 20" E 1649.98 feet E from the W Quarter Section Corner of Section 30, Twp. 37 N, Rge. 3 E; thence S 890 55' 20" E 200 feet to the Northerly projection of the Western boundary of the Plat of Scottsdale Addition, Section "A ", as recorded in the Office of the Recorder of St. Joseph County, Indiana; thence S 000 00' 24" W along said Western boundary 230 feet; thence N 890 55' 20" West 199.99 feet; thence N 000 04' 40" East 230.00 feet to the place of beginning, containing 1.06 acres, more or less. 4. It is desired and requested that the foregoing property be rezoned: From C -2 Use and Height and Area District To C -1 Use and G Height and Area District. 5. It is proposed that the property will be put to the following use and the following building will be constructed (include number of dwelling units if residential) : Office building, the major tenant of which will be Federal Savings and Loan Association, South Bend, Indiana, with the remaining space in such building devoted to general offices. 6. Number of off - street parking spaces to be provided: Sixty -one. 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; (c) site development plan. Petition prepared by: Joseph A. Roper 316 First Bank Building South Bend, Indiana 46601 Telephone: 233 -5173 PLACE AND COMPANY, INC. By s/ Andrew S. Place Signature of Petitioner Andrew S. Place, as President 1920 Ridgedale Road South Bend, Indiana 46614 I, the undersigned, do hereby respectfully make application and petition the Common Council of the City of South Bend, to amend the Zoning Ordinance of said city as hereinafter requested, and in support of this application, the following facts are shown: 1. The property sought to be rezoned is located at 1989 Prairie Avenue. 2. The property is owned by Albert and Helen Kovacs. 3. A legal description of the property is as follows: A part of Partition Lot Numbered Three (3) as shown on the Plat in a certain suit of Partition, wherein Edwin L. Perkins, et al, were plaintiffs and Emma K. Perkins, et al, were defendants, the description and plat of which partition is recorded in Partition Deed Record 1, page 134, in the Recorder's.Office of St. Joseph County, which part is bounded by a line running as follows, viz: Beginning at a point on the North line of the Sumption Prairie Road (Prairie Avenue) at a point 10 rods East of the West line of said Lot Numbered Three (3); thence running North 16 rods; thence West 10 rods to the West line to the North line of said Sumption Prairie Road (Prairie Avenue); thence Northeasterly on the North line of said road to the place of beginning, being in the South East Quarter of Section Number 15, Township Number 37 North, Range Number 2 East, and containing 1 acre, more or less. 4. It is desired and requested that the foregoing property be rezoned: From "R" Residential Use and "A" Height and Area District To "C" Commercial Use and "A" Height and Area District. 5. It is proposed that the property will be put to the following use and the following building will be constructed (include number of dwelling units if residential) : REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13, 1973 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) The property has been remodeled from a bar to a restaurant with the intent that said restaurant will serve Hungarian style food. The remainder of the area will be used for parking automobiles. 6. Number of off - street parking spaces to be provided: Fifty (50) spaces. 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; (c) site development plan.. s/ Albert Kovacs s/ Helen Kovacs Signatures of Petitioners 1605 S. Jackson Street Petition prepared by: South Bend, Indiana Peter F. Nemeth Attorney at Law Ten -Ten Tower Building South Bend, Indiana 46601 234 -0121 Councilman Parent made a motion that the foregoing four petitions be referred to the Area Plan Commission, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. ORDINANCES, SECOND READING ORDINANCE NO. 5556 -73 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING A SCHEDULE OF CHARGES FOR SERVICES RENDERED BY THE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND FOR THE TREATMENT OF SEPTIC TANK DUMPINGS. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion that the ordinance pass, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Council men Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, CHAPTER 21 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 3702 (408 SOUTH 30TH STREET) . This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance pass, seconded by Council President Nemeth. The ordinance was defeated by a roll call vote of two ayes (Councilman Kopczynski and Council President Nemeth) and seven nays (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath and Newburn). ORDINANCE NO. 5557 -73 AN ORDINANCE FOR THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WITHIN THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,000.00 BETWEEN VARIOUS ACCOUNTS, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY BUDGET. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion that seconded by Councilman Parent. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn ORDINANCE NO. 5558 -73 the ordinance pass, of nine ayes (Councilmen and Nemeth) . AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING $25,000.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT FUND, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, FOR VARIOUS PUBLIC SAFETY PROGRAMS, TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY. This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Miller made a motion that the ordinance pass, seconded by Councilman Serge. The ordinance passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). ORDINANCE NO. 5559 -73 AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $32,195.00 FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER BUILDING AND SINKING FUND (RETENTION BASIN CONSTRUCTION). This ordinance had second reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion to amend the ordinance by the deletion of the figure $32,195.00 and the insertion in its place, wherever mentioned, of the figure $32,438.00, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried. Councilman Newburn then made a motion that the ordinance pass, as amended, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The ordina passed by a roll call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). Council President Nemeth indicated to City Attorney Roemer that he hoped this same type of situation would not happen again when contracting for con- struction projects. RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTION NO. 381 -73 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, CREDITING ANNE MARGER WITH FOUR YEARS OF PUBLIC SERVICE WITH THE ST. JOSEPH HEALTH DEPARTMENT AND THEREBY QUALIFYING HER FOR A FIFTEEN -YEAR PENSION. REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13 1973 REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend recognizes that Anne Marger has served continuously from 1932 to January, 1962, as a school nurse in the South Bend School system and from January, 1962, to 1973 with the St. Joseph County Health Department. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the South Bend Common Council that Anne Marger is hereby credited with four years of service by the City of South Bend, Indiana, for pension purposes and thereby.qualifies for a fifteen -year pension. s/ Roger 0. Parent Member of the Common Council A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. A question was raised as to the reason for the resolution, and Council President Nemeth indicated that the request had been made by the Council. Councilman Parent made a motion that the resolution be adopted, seconded by Councilman Serge. The resolution passed by a roll call vote of eight ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth) and one nay (Councilman Kopczynski). ORDINANCES, FIRST READING ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 20, VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC, OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Taylor made a motion that the ordinance be set for public hearing and second reading on September 10, 1973, seconded by Councilman Parent. The moti carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA -1962, SECTION 40, AS AMENDED, AND GENERAL ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, AND THE ACCOMPANYING MAP THERETO GENERALLY KNOWN AS THE SOUTH BEND ZONING ORDINANCE BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE USE DISTRICT FOR A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND (BROADMOOR SHOPPING CENTER). This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion that the ordinance be referred the Area Plan Commission, seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, CHAPTER 40 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 3702, AS AMENDED (1404 KINYON STREET). This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Horvath made a motion that the ordinance be referred to the Area Plan Commission, seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, CHAPTER 40 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FORMERLY REFERRED TO AS ZONING ORDINANCE NO. 3702 (EAST OF IRELAND ROAD CONTIGUOUS TO MONTGOMERY WARD AND THE SCOTTSDALE MALL PROPERTY) . This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance be referred to the Area Plan Commission, seconded by Councilman Miller. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 4990 -68, COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA (1989 PRAIRIE AVENUE). This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Kopczynski made a motion that the ordinance be referred to the Area Plan Commission, seconded by Councilman Miller. The motion carried. (Counci: President Nemeth abstained.) ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING MONEYS FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEFRAYING THE EXPENSES OF THE SEVERAL DEPARTMENTS OF THE CITY GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JANUARY 1, 1974, AND ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1974, INCLUDING ALL OUTSTANDING CLAIMS AND OBLIGATIONS, AND FIXING A TIME WHEN THE SAME SHALL TAKE EFFECT. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance be set for public hearing and second reading on August 27, 1973, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The motion carried. ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE FOR THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WITHIN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,100.00 FROM ACCOUNT Q -11, "SERVICES PERSONAL ", TO ACCOUNT Q -221, "ELECTRIC CURRENT ", IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,000.00, TO ACCOUNT Q -224, "WATER ", IN THE AMOUNT OF $600.00, TO ACCOUNT Q -252, "REPAIR OF EQUIPMENT ", IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,500.00, AND TO ACCOUNT Q -430, "REPAIR PARTS ", IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000.00, ALL ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND. This ordinance had first reading. Councilman Horvath indicated that this matter was a very impor- tant one within the Fire Department, and he requested that the matter be set for public hearing and second reading on August 27, 1973. Council President Nemeth indicated that he had discussed REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 13, 1973 11 H (REGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED (CONTINUED) the matter changed. reading on ((ORDINANCE with an assistant fire chief and he had been informed that the figures might possibly b Councilman Parent made a motion that the ordinance be set for public hearing and second August 27, 1973, seconded by Councilman Serge. The'motion carried. This ordinance public hearing carried. ((ORDINANCE This ordinance public hearing motion carried. AN ORDINANCE FOR THE TRANSFER OF FUNDS WITHIN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,500.00 FROM ACCOUNT P -12, "SERVICES PERSONAL ", TO ACCOUNT 724, "RADIO EQUIPMENT ", BOTH ACCOUNTS BEING WITHIN THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET OF THE GENERAL FUND OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA. had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion that the ordinance be set for and second reading on September 10, 1973, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The moti AN ORDINANCE FOR AN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION OF $8,030.00 FROM THE FEDERAL ASSISTANCE GRANT FUND, COMMONLY KNOWN AS GENERAL REVENUE SHARING, TO ACCOUNT 722, "PROPERTIES ", OF FEDERAL ASSIS- TANCE PROGRAM FA -5, "MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY EQUIPMENT ", TO BE ADMINISTERED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, THROUGH ITS DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS. had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion that the ordinance be set for and second reading on September 10, 1973, seconded by Councilman Horvath. The Chief Deputy Controller Walter Lantz indicated that the agenda did not include the tax levy ordinance which was incorporated into the budget ordinance. He requested the Council give first reading to the tax levy ordinance. Councilman Newburn made a motion to waive the rules in order to have first reading on the ordinance, seconded by Councilman Parent. The motion carried by a ro call vote of nine ayes (Councilmen Serge, Szymkowiak, Miller, Parent, Taylor, Kopczynski, Horvath, Newburn and Nemeth). II ORDINANCE This ordinance public hearing motion carried. ANEW BUSINESS AN ORDINANCE LEVYING TAXES AND FIXING THE RATE OF TAXATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING REVENUE TO MEET THE NECESSARY EXPENSE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING DECEMBER 31, 1974. had first reading. Councilman Miller made a motion that the ordinance be set for and second reading on August 27, 1973, seconded by Councilman Kopczynski. The Councilman Parent indicated that he wished to commend the Police Department for their efforts re- garding the incident at the Odd Fellows Building recently. Councilman Kopczynski also indicated that the department should be commended for apprehending the criminals and thieves who are a mena to the community, and he mentioned that he had been robbed recently and the persons responsible h been caught. Councilman Serge indicated that he had been having a problem in his district at 501 Navarre Street of a tow truck being constantly parked on the lawn. He indicated that the person responsible had been warned of the violation. City Attorney Roemer indicated that he could arrange to have the police make an investigation of the premises. He indicated that he would check into the matter. There being no further business to come before the Council, unfinished or new, Councilman Kopczyns] made a motion that the meeting be adjourned, seconded by Councilman Taylor. The motion carried anc the meeting adjourned at 9:40 p.m. ATTEST: CITY CLERK APPROVED P SIDENT II++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++,+++++++++++++++++++ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + ++