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REGULAR MEETING APRIL 11, 2015 Councilmember Jo M. Broden invited the members of the team up to the podium and read the resolution in full. She expressed her gratitude to the team and all they have done to represent the City of South Bend in such a positive light. She made specific mention of the seventeen (17) state titles and two (2) national titles. Councilmember Regina Williams- Preston congratulated the team and stated how phenomenal it is to see students in South Bend doing such tremendous work. Councilmember Randy Kelly stated his pride in the work this team does both as an alumni of Adams High School and having a former child in the program. It is unknown by most people how many hours these students take to prepare and the excellence they have shown year after year is tremendous. Councilmember Dr. David Varner wished the team good luck at nationals and congratulated them on their record. Councilmember Oliver Davis stated to have sustained greatness is amazing and this mock trail team has set the standard for excellence in both South Bend and across the state. Councilmember John Voorde stated he appreciates the time that both the students and parents put into this program and wished them luck at nationals. Councilmember Karen White stated every year she looks forward to the mock trial students, parents and coaches come out with their success. Seventeen (17) state titles and soon to be three (3) national titles is an amazing testimony to the work everyone has put into this program. The commitment they have all given to this educational journey speaks volumes. Council President Scott agreed with all his councilmembers and stated this experience and knowing how hard they are capable of working will help them all going forward in education and in other opportunities. Samuel Brown, 222 E. Navarre St, South Bend, stated he knows how hard these students work as he had a granddaughter who used to be on the team and these students are so bright and South Bend is very proud of them. Councilmember John Voorde made a motion to adopt Bill 16 -34. Councilmember Dr. David Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of eight (8) ayes. REPORTS OF CITY OFFICES Representing the city administration will be James Mueller. RESOLVE INTO THE COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE At 7:20 p.m. Councilmember Karen White made a motion to resolve into the Committee of the Whole. Councilmember Dr. David Varner seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of eight (8) ayes. Councilmember Oliver Davis, Council Vice President, presiding. Council Vice President Oliver Davis explained the procedures to be followed for tonight's meeting in accordance with Article 1, Section 2 -11 of the South Bend Municipal Code. PUBLIC HEARINGS 14 -16 PUBLIC HEARING ON AN ORDINANCE TO VACATE THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY: THE ALLEY TO BE VACATED IS THE FIRST NORTH /SOUTH ALLEY WEST OF CUSHING STREET FROM LINCOLN WAY