HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-23-70 Council Meeting MinutesREGULAR MEETING - RECONVENED
Be it remembered that the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana, reconvened in the
Council Chambers in the County -City Building on Monday, November 23, 1970 at 10:23 p.m., all
members present. The meeting was called to order by Council - President Robert 0. Laven, who
presided.
REPORTS OF THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Council President Laven entertained a motion to waive the reading of the Committee of the Whole
Reports. Councilman Allen so moved. Councilman Zielinski seconded the motion. Motion carried
unanimously.
REPORT FROM COMMITTEE ON MINUTES
To the Common Council of the City of South Bend:
Your Committee on the inspection and supervision of the minutes would respectfully report that
they have inspected the minutes of the November 9, 1970 meeting of the Council and found them
correct. They therefore recommended that the same be approved.
/s/ Robert O. Laven
s Janet S. Allen
s Albert E. Palmer
There being no objections, the report was accepted as read and placed on file.
CITIZENS REQUESTS - MISCELLANEOUS MATTERS
Council" Preside nt Laven informed the group of Clay township residents that the ordinance (Agenda
item #27) on annexation of a 237 acre tract of land in the Clay area would not have a public hear-
ing tonight but the ordinance will be set for public hearing on January 11, 1970.
REPORT FROM AREA PLAN COMMISSION
November 19, 1970
The Honorable Common Council
City of South Bend
County -City Building
South Bend, Indiana 46601
Gentlemen:
Location: South Side of
3000 block of Edison Rd.
The attached rezoning petition of B. M. Saucelo and St. Joseph Valley Nursing Home, Inc. to
rezone from "A" Residential Use and "A" Height and Area District to "B" Residential Use and "A"
Height and Area District was legally advertised on November 7 and November 14, 1970, and given
public hearing on November 17, 1970.
After due consideration, it was moved, seconded and unanimously carried that the ordinance
be recommended favorably to the Common Council.
Yours very truly,
Howard Bellinger, /s/
Executive Director
HB:eb
Attach.
There being no objections, the report was accepted as read and placed on file.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1970
REPORT FROM THE TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
To the Common Council of the City of South Bend:
November 23, 1970
Your Committee, The Transport ion Committee, to whom was referred "The matter of Taxicab
Public Liability Insurance Limits," respectfully report that they have examined the matter and
that in their opinion, the existing ordinance, Section 6, Ordinance No. 4838 -66, be amended to
read:
Bodily Injury Liability Limits ........... $ 50,000 per person
" 11 11 11 ........... 100,000 per occurrence
Property Damage Liability Limits......... 25,000 per occurrence
Further, the Committee recommends such amendment to be presented to the Common Council at the
December 14, 1970 meeting in ordinance form.
/s/ Walter M. Szymkowiak
Chairman
There being no objections, the report was accepted as read and placed on file.
REPORT FROM THE ORDINANCE COMMITTEE
To the Common Council of the City of South Bend:
November 23, 1970
473
Your Committee, the Ordinance Committee, to whom was referred "AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE
NO. 3913, SECTION 7, AND ORDINANCE NO. 4537 -62, SECTION 3, RELATING TO ELECTRIC WIRING STANDARDS."
respectfully report that they have examined the matter and that in their opinion, a substitute
ordinance will be submitted for the Council's consideration on December 14, 1970.
*See note below
S/ William W. Grounds
Chairman
There being no objections, the report was accepted as read and placed on file.
(REPORT FROM THE ANNEXATION COMMITTEE
To the Common Council of the City of South Bend:
November 23, 1970
Your Committee, The Annexation Committee, to whom was referred "a petition for annexation of
lands known as the Greenland Corporation Tract, a tract owned by the County (St. Joseph County
Commissioners), and a tract that is the Healthwin Property," respectfully report that they have
examined the matter and that in their opinion the Ordinance be given First & Second Reading on
November 23, 1970 with a public hearing being set for December 14, 1970. A report from the
City Engineer's office on the above was provided to the Council on October 19, 1970, and communi=
cation with the St. Joseph County Commissioners relative to their concurrence was obtained.
/s/ Robert 0. Laven
Chairman
There being no objections, the report was accepted as read and placed on file.
ORDINANCES. THIRD READING
ORDINANCE NO. 5246 -70
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, AS AMENDED. (18343 South Bend
Ave., Vaness St., Site #1)
The ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Grounds made a motion for acceptance of the
amendments. Councilman Zielinski seconded the motion. Motion carried. 8 ayes, (Councilmen Laven,
Reinke, Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 1 nay (Councilman Allen) 0 absent
Councilman Grounds made a motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, for passage of the ordinance
as amended. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke, Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak
Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
Council- President Laven noted that the Clerk should send a communication to the Area Plan
Commission indicating the amendments made on the above ordinance and the following ordinance
and requesting a report to the Council on their approval or objections to the amendments.
*Note: Council- President Laven stated that many replies have been received from various cities
the Clerk sent communications to, asking their usage of the National Electrical Code and any
revisions they might have made. He said the other Councilmen are welcome to review them.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1970
ORDINANCES, THIRD READING
ORDINANCE NO. 5247 -70
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 ACCOMPANY-
ING MAP THERETO, GENERALLY KNOWN AS THE SOUTH BEND
ZONING ORDINANCE BY CHANGING THE CLASSIFICATION OF THE
USE DISTRICT FOR A CERTAIN PARCEL OF LAND, AS AMENDED.
(18401 South Bend Avenue, Vaness St., Site #2)
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Grounds made a motion for acceptance of the
amendments. Councilman Zielinski seconded the motion. Motion carried. 8 ayes (Councilmen Laven,
Reinke, Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 1 nay (Councilman Allen) 0
absent. Councilman Palmer made a motion, seconded by Councilman Palmer, for passage of the ordi-
nance as amended.. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Craven, Reinke, Grounds,
Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
Councilman Allen said she is forced to vote for the ordinance even though she objects to restric-
tions of the amendment. Councilman Laven again reminded the Clerk to notify Area Plan Commission
of the amendments of this ordinance and ask for a report back to Council on their approval or
objections to the amendment.
ORDINANCE NO. 5248 -70
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE
4990 — CHAPTER 40 OF MUNICIPAL CODE (Formerly
Zoning Ordinance 3702) AS AMENDED. (Kensington
Farms Subdivision and Crest Manor -- located east of
Miami Road)
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Reinke made a.motion for passage of the ordi-
nance. Councilman Craven seconded the motion. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen,
Craven, Reinke, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, O absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5249 -70
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING ORDINANCE
4990 - CHAPTER 40 OF MUNICIPAL CODE (Formerly
Zoning Ordinance 3702) AS AMENDED. (119.66 acres
lying between York Rd. & Ironwood Rd, South of
Jackson Road, commonly known as 4 -H Fairgrounds)
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Zielinski made a motion, seconded by Council-
man Szymkowiak, for passage of the ordinance. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen,
Craven, Reinke, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
I ORDINANCE NO. 5251 -70
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $22,819.47 FROM THE
LOCAL ROAD AND STREET FUND TO THE ACCOUNT "SERVICES
CONTRACTUAL" BEING WITHIN THE LOCAL ROAD AND STREET
FUND.
Councilman Grounds made a motion to consider this ordinance, #22 on the agenda, before item #21.
Councilman Reinke seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Grounds made a motion, seconded by.Councilman
Szymkowiak, for passage of the ordinance. Motion carried. 9 ayes- (Councilmen Laven, Allen,
Craven, Reinke, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
II ORDINANCE NO. 5250 - -70
AN ORDINANCE TO APPROPRIATE $5,768.45 FROM THE
MOTOR VEHICLE HIGHWAY FUND TO ACCOUNT MVH -42,
"STREET AND ALLEY MATERIALS."
Councilman Craven made a motion to consider this ordinance #21 on the agenda, after item #22.
Councilman Grounds seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Craven made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Palmer, for passage of the ordinance, Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Craven,
Reinke, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1970
ORDINANCES, THIRD READING (Cont'd•)
ORDINANCE NO. 5252 -70
AN ORDINANCE APPROPRIATING THE SUM OF $315,000.00
FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER BUILDING AND SINKING FUND.
475
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Reinke made a motion, seconded. by Councilman
Zielinski, for passage of the Ordinance. Motion carried. 8 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen,
Craven, Reinke, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 1 nay (Councilman Grounds) 0 absent.
Councilman Grounds stated that he objected to the use of this fund for county sewers and he
said his district needs sewers also and he believed the money should be used within the city
limits for sewers. Councilman Craven objected to the installation of sewer in the Gilmer Park
area in view of the remonstrance made by the area residents at the public hearing of the annexa-
tion of Gilmer Park. Councilman Laven said that this demonstrates the ability of the City to
cooperate with other units and other annexed areas in installing sewers.
ORDINANCE NO. 5253 -70
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 35 -15 OF THE MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO DOWNSPOUTS, AS AMENDED.
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Reinke made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Allen, to amend the ordinance as follows:
The last paragraph in the Municipal Code, Sec. 35 -15, be incorporated in the
proposed new ordinance, which is as follows:
(c) The provisions of this section shall not apply where a different
method of disposing of rain water be ordered by the City Engineer
or the Building Commissioner.
Motion carried. 7 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke, Craven, Szymkowiak, Palmer and Zielinski)!
2 nays (Councilmen Wise and Grounds) 0 absent.
Councilman Reinke made a motion, seconded by Councilman Allen, for passage of the ordinance as
amended. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke, Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak,
Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5254 -70
AN ORDINANCE FOR ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION FROM THE
GENERAL FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,000.00 TO ACCOUNT
Q -262, "MEDICAL, SURGICAL & DENTAL," IN THE BUDGET
OF THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND ALL BEING WITHIN THE
GENERAL FUND.
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Grounds, made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Palmer, for passage of the ordinance. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke,
Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
ORDINANCE NO. 5255 -70
AN ORDINANCE FOR AN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION FROM
THE GENERAL FUND IN THE AMOUNT OF $22,500.00 TO
ACCOUNT B -53, "REFUNDS, AWARDS AND INDEMNITIES"
IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CONTROLLER.
The Ordinance was given third reading. Councilman Craven made a motion, seconded by Councilman
Grounds, for passage of the ordinance. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke,
Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
ORDINANCES, FIRST AND SECOND READING
ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE ANNEXING TERRITORY TO THE MUNICIPAL
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, GENERALLY DESCRIBED
AS LYING NORTH OF DARDEN ROAD, WEST OF LAUREL ROAD,
SOUTH OF AUTEN ROAD AND EAST OF THE ST. JOSEPH
RIVER.
The Ordinance was given first reading by title and second reading in full. Mr. Otis S. Romine,
Clay Township Trustee challenged the validity of the proposed annexation ordinance and claimed
the Council had no jurisdiction to act upon the bill in question. City Attorney S. J. Crumpacker
stated the Council had the right to act on the ordinance. Council - president Laven stated that
Mr. Romine was out of order and that the action taken tonight will not determine the course of
the ordinance.
Councilman Allen made a motion, seconded by Councilman Reinke, that the Ordinance be given
public hearing on January 11, 1971. Motion carried. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1970
ORDINANCES, FIRST AND SECOND READING, (Cont'd.)
ORDINANCE
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING AND SUPPLEMENTING CHAPTER 40
OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA.
(South Side 3000 block, East Edison Road)
The Ordinance was given first reading by title and second reading in full. Councilman Zielinski
made a motion, seconded by Councilman Reinke, that a public hearing be given on the ordinance on
December 14, 1970. Motion carried. 9 ayes, 0 nays, 0 absent.
I n nTwrawToP
AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A CONTRACT BETWEEN THE WATER
WORKS OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AND ASSOCIATED REALTY
CORPORATION OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, FOR PURCHASING
OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 750 CHAPIN STREET, SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, IN THE AMOUNT OF $80,000.00.
The Ordinance was given first reading by title. Councilman Craven objected to the second reading,
of the ordinance by the Clerk. Councilman Zielinski made a motion, seconded by Councilman Craven,
that the ordinance be returned to the Ordinance Committee. Councilman Reinke made a motion,
seconded by Councilman Craven, to amend Councilman Zielinski's- motion as follows: the ordinance
be returned to the Ordinance Committee and said committee report back to the Council on December
14, 1970 for second. reading. Councilman Reinke's motion to amend was defeated. 4 ayes, 5 nays,
0 absent. Councilman Zielinski's motion carried. 7 ayes, 2 nays, O absent.
I RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 254 -70
A RESOLUTION FOR TRANSFER OF FUNDS APPROPRIATED
FROM THE CUMULATIVE SEWER BUILDING AND SINKING
FUND BY ORDINANCE NO. 5154 -70 FROM PROJECT III
TO PROJECT I IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000.00.
WHEREAS, funds have been appropriated under Ordinance No. 5154 -70 from the Cum-
ulative Sewer Building and Sinking Fund for the construction of Projects defined as I, II,
III and IV, and
WHEREAS, it is now apparent that work cannot proceed on Project III in the
immediate future, and
WHEREAS, plans have been completed and bids taken for Section B of Project I
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Common Council of the City of South Bend:
Section 1, That the following Project be reduced in the amount set
opposite said Project to -wit:
Project III (Sampson & Randolph Street Storm Water Detention Basin(#3)
---------- - - - - -- $150,000.00
Section 2. That the following Project be increased in the amount
set opposite said Project to wit:
Project I (Washington & 36th Street Storm Water Detention Basin
(Lagoon K) ---------- - - - - -- $150,000.00
That the transfer of funds as set forth in Sections 1 and 2 are required for
the proper and efficient operation and function of the Department of Public Works of
South Bend, and an emergency is declared to exist concerning the foregoing transfer.
This resolution shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage by
the Common Council of the -City of South Bend.
/s/ Gerald C. Reinke
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. City Engineer Lloyd Taylor said this
proposed transfer doesn't change priority of Clyde Creek - -it is the #1 priority. He said the
funds for the Randolph- Sampson project will be restored. He stated that the $150,000 is needed
for the Logan J,.a.goon because plans for it have proceeded farther and bids already have been
opened for the work. Mr. Andrew Toth, South Bend Architect, asked if there have been any other
studies been made other than the Lagoons- for capturing storm water run -off in this area. City En-
gineer Taylor replied that three Engineering firms had recommended Lagoons. After much discussio
with Mr. Toth, Council- President Laven suggested that Mr. Toth discuss his plan privately with
Mr. Taylor. Councilman Craven made a motion, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak, for the adoption
of the resolution. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke, Craven, Grounds,
Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1970
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 255 -70
A RESOLUTION URGING STRICT ENFORCEMENT OF
CERTAIN STATUTES RELATING TO THE PUBLIC
PEACE AND SAFETY
WHEREAS, there is presently in force in the State of Indiana a statute dealing
with disorderly conduct which makes it a criminal offense to act in a loud, boisterous or
disorderly manner so as to disturb the peace and quiet of any neighborhood or family, by
loud or unusual noise, or by tumultuous or offensive behavior, or by quarreling, challeng-
ing to a fight, or fighting; and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the State of Indiana a statute
dealing with rioting which makes it a criminal offense for three or more persons to do an
act in a violent and tumultuous manner; and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the State of Indiana a statute
dealing with riotous conspiracy which makes it a felony for three or more persons to unite
for the purpose of doing any unlawful act in the night time, or while wearing caps, masks,
or being otherwise disguised; and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the State of Indiana a statute
dealing with disturbance of public meetings which makes it a criminal offense for anyone,
by any loud or unnecessary talking or yelling, or by any threatening, abusive, profane or
obcene language or violent actions, or by any other rude behavior interrupts, molests or
disturbs any meeting of persons met together for any lawful purpose; and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the State of Indiana a statute
dealing with routs or riots which makes it a misdemeanor for three or more persons to meet
together to do an unlawful act upon a common cause, and to make advances toward the commis-
sion thereof; and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the state of Indiana a statute
dealing with the carrying of dangerous weapons which makes it a criminal offense to wear
or carry concealed a pistol, gun, bowie knife, switch -blade knife, or any knife the blade
of which opens automatically by hand pressure applied to a button, spring or other device
in the handle of the knife, or any other dangerous or deadly weapon, or to carry any such
weapon openly with the intent or avowed purpose of injuring someone; and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the State of Indiana, a statute
dealing with the obstructing of firemen which makes it a criminal offense to intentionally
impede or interfere, or attempt to impede or interfere with any fireman performing his
emergency functions or duties as a fireman; and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the State of Indiana a statute
dealing with resisting or interfering with a police officer which makes it a misdemeanor
to forcibly assault, resist, oppose, obstruct, prevent, impede or interfere with any
police officer_ while such officer is arresting or attempting to arrest any person, or
while such officer is engaged in the execution of any of the duties of a police officer;
and
WHEREAS, there is also presently in force in the State of Indiana a statute
dealing with assaults upon police officers which makes it a felony to draw, use or attempt
to use a firearm, deadly or dangerous weapon, or commit a bodily injury upon a police offi-
cer, knowing him to be a police officer, when such officer is arresting or attempting to
arrest any person, or while such officer is engaged in the execution of any of the duties
of a police officer;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana:
1. That in its opinion the prevention of
of the public; that such prevention o
and the rights of all of the citizens
tions of the United States and of the
preserved and protected by the strict
statutes.
crime is in the best interests
E crime may best be accomplished
as guaranteed by the Constitu-
State of Indiana may best be
enforcement of existing state
2. That the law enforcement officials of the City and County are urged
to put forth great effort in the enforcement of all laws dealing with
the preservation of public peace and safety within the City of South
Bend, and particularly the foregoing statutes.
3. That the news media cooperate with the-Council in conveying to the public
the information that all of-the above described acts are crimes and will
be cult with as such in the community.
4. That copies of this resolution be delivered by the Clerk to all officials
of the City and County charged with the responsibility for the enforce-
ment of the foregoing statutes.
/s/ Janet S. Allen
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held at this time on the above resolution. Councilman Allen stated the
resolution was to advise the public that the above are crimes and should be dealt with
properly. Councilman Laven said there is no objection to peaceful demonstrations, but he
(Mr. Thomas Brown, address not given, questioned passing additional, new restrictive laws,
Councilman Allen said these laws mentioned in the Resolution are now on the books)
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1970
RESOLUTION NO. 255 -70 (Cont'd.)
said the public should be informed of the number of arrests that policemen are making o f people
who are breaking the law and committing criminal acts. He said it is time this is brought to
the publics attention. Councilman Grounds made a motion, seconded by Councilman Szymkowiak,
for the adoption of the resolution. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke,
Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise, Palmer and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 256 -70
A RESOLUTION FOR AN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION TO
ACCOUNT P -252 "REPAIRS OF EQUIPMENT" IN THE
AMOUNT OF $2,000.00 AND TO ACCOUNT P -262 "MEDICAL
SURGICAL AND DENTAL" IN THE AMOUNT OF $500.00, AND THE
TRANSFER OF SAID SUMS FROM ACCOUNT P -265 "OTHER CON-
TRACTUAL SERVICES ", ALL BEING IN THE SAME CATEGORY IN
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT BUDGET AND ALL BEING WITHIN THE
GENERAL FUND.
WHEREAS, certain extraordinary conditions have developed since the adoption of the
existing annual budget so that it is now necessary to appropriate more money than was appropria
in the annual budget for the various functions of City Government to meet such extraordinary
conditions; and
WHEREAS, additional funds are needed by the Police Department for repairs of equipment
and for medical, surgical and dental expenses, and to assure the department's ability to properly
perform its functions, and
WHEREAS, a surplus exists in another account where it is not presently needed and
more specifically as follows; to wit:
$2,500.00 in Account P -265, "Other Contractual Services."
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend,
Indiana:
SECTION I. That the sum of $2,500.00 be transferred from Account P -265 "Other Con-
tractual Services" and appropriated to the accounts and in the amounts set forth below:
a. Account P -252 "Repairs of Equipment" $2,000.00
b. Account P -262 "Medical, Surgical
and Dental" $ 500.00
All of the above accounts are within the General Fund
and in the Police Department.
/s/ Albert E. Palmer
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Chief Loren Bussert explained the
appropriation was needed for the repair of police cars; of the 57 accidents, 21 were chargeable
to the Police Department. He said 27 policemen have been assaulted and injured and the bills
are due. Councilman Zielinski made a motion, seconded by Councilman Reinke, for adoption of the
resolution. Motion carried. 9 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke, Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak,
Wise and Zielinski) 0 nays, 0 absent.
RESOLUTIONS
RESOLUTION NO. 257 -70
A RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
ASSOCIATION PROGRAM CONTAINED IN THE FIRST YEAR
COMPREIIENSIVE PLAN FOR THE CITY DEMONSTRATION AGENCY.
WHEREAS, the City of South Bend has executed a Grant Agreement with the United States
dated August 3, 1970 under_ which the United States agreed to assist the city in carrying out its
comprehensive city demonstration program (Program) and certain projects and activities listed
in the Grant Budget of the Grant Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend, by Resolution No. 243 -70 adopted
July 20, 1970, approved the first year comprehensive plan under said Grant Agreement; and
WHEREAS, included as a citizen involvement component of the non - supplemental funded
projects enumerated in said first year comprehensive plan was a proposal for the formation and
staffing of a Neighborhood Association; and
WHEREAS, said Neighborhood Association proposal called for a budget of $49,567, to be
paid from funds to be provided by the U. S. Office of Economic Opportunity (O.E.O.); and
WHEREAS, the said Office of Economic Opportunity has not been able to make funds
available for such purpose and it has now therefore become necessary to look to other sources
of funds with which to finance said Neighborhood Association proposal; and
WHEREAS, there are and will continue to be unexpended and un- needed balances in the
funds earmarked for other programs called for in said first year comprehensive plan sufficient
to cover the cost of said Neighborhood Association proposal;.and
REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 23, 1970
RESOLUTION NO. 257 -70 (Cont'd.)
WHEREAS, said unexpended balances are in funds made available by the U. S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development (H.U.D.), rather than the Office of Economic Opportunity;, and
WHEREAS, the Model Neighborhood Planning Agency Board on November 18, 1970 recommended
implementation of the Neighborhood Association proposal of a revised budget of $35,167, for the
period from Dec. 1, 1970, through Nov. 39, 1971, utilizing the unused H.U.D. funds; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (H.U.D.) in June of 1969
issued a handbook governing Administrative and Legal Policies and Procedures for the Execution
Phase of the Model Cities Program, which is identified as CDA Letter No. 8, and further
identified as MCGR 3100.8; and
WHEREAS, according to paragraph 14b (3) of said CDA Letter No. 8 the addition of a
project or activity costing more than $25,000.00 requires local governing body approval;
that: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of South Bend, Indiana,
SECTION I. The Program is hereby amended to include the material attached hereto and
made a part hereof, which constitutes the revised program and budget for the Neighborhood
Association adopted by the Model Neighborhood Planning Agency Board on November 18, 1970.
SECTION II. The addition in the undertakings to be financed with H.U.D. funds in the
amount of $35,167 in connection with said Neighborhood Association proposal, as listed in the
said attached material is hereby approved.
/s/ Walter M. Szymkowiak
Member of the Common Council
A public hearing was held on the resolution at this time. Mr. Charles Lennon, Model Cities
Director, and Mr. Hughes, Staff Assistant, explained that the one -year program will cost
$35,167 in federal funds for salaries for employees. He emphasized that the first year of
operation has been a planning stage. Councilmen Szymkowiak, Laven, Wise and Palmer said they
would like to see some program or results of the planning stage. Councilman Szymkowiak made a
motion, seconded by Councilman Craven, for the adoption of the resolution. Motion carried.
8 ayes (Councilmen Laven, Allen, Reinke, Craven, Grounds, Szymkowiak, Wise and Zielinski) 1 nay,
(Councilman Palmer) 0 absent.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Allen made a motion,
seconded by Councilman Zielinski, for adjournment. Motion carries. Time: 12 :15 a.m.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK I /I
APPROVED:
PRESIDENT