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REGULAR MEETING MAY 8, 2017
<br /> John VanDriessche, coach of the Riley High School boys' swim team, 205 Wrenwood Trail,
<br /> North Liberty, IN,thanked the Council for the honor of being recognized this evening, stating
<br /> that he was very proud of his team.
<br /> Brett Maurer, captain of the Riley High School boys' swim team, 52384 Hollyhock Road, South
<br /> Bend, IN, stated that he was a part of the South Bend Swim Club and decided to attend Riley
<br /> High School because he wanted to swim for Coach VanDriessche. Mr. Maurer stated that it was
<br /> one (1) of the best decisions that he ever made. He praised his team-members, stating, Just to be
<br /> able to be on the team, this season has been a tremendous honor. It has been one (1) of the
<br /> greatest seasons in all four (4) of my years.
<br /> Those from the public wishing to speak in favor of this bill:
<br /> Bob Falcon chanted, 2-4-6-8! Who do we appreciate? Wildcats!
<br /> None from the public wished to speak in opposition to the bill.
<br /> Councilmember Regina Williams-Preston stated, Congratulations on a fantastic season. I noticed
<br /> you have quite a few youngsters that are going to be coming back, so we look forward to seeing
<br /> you again next year. Congratulations.
<br /> Councilmember Randy Kelly stated, I was a proud Adams Eagle back in the 70's. There was a
<br /> fierce swim team rivalry between Adams and Riley that was epic. We really admire you guys for
<br /> keeping that respectability and honor with Riley. Well done. Congratulations.
<br /> Councilmember Jo M. Broden stated, Coaches, thank you for this magnificent tradition that you
<br /> have crafted at Riley. The number of hours that you spend in the pool is just phenomenal. To you
<br /> fellows: terrific. I'm assuming it's early morning workouts, all year-round. So, great work,
<br /> staying with the sport, giving your heart to it. It's wonderful to see these types of results. I would
<br /> be safely guessing that you are not only athletes that are having success, but you are also student
<br /> athletes and you're doing well in the classroom. So, thank you for balancing that, and your
<br /> leadership at Riley High School—not only in the pool, in this sport, but academically.
<br /> Congratulations to you and best wishes to the seniors who are graduating. I hope you continue.
<br /> This is a lifetime sport that you have been gifted with. Hopefully, some of you will go on in
<br /> college and participate intramurally, or maybe even a team level there. So, good luck with that,
<br /> as well as with your academics. As fellow Councilmember Regina Preston said, we have a lot of
<br /> work to do ahead, over the summer, in keeping the tradition going. Congratulations, and best
<br /> wishes as you go forward.
<br /> Councilmember Dr. David Varner stated, Well, certainly congratulations to you. It's difficult for
<br /> any institution to maintain any sort of tradition. It's a moment to enjoy your success. When you
<br /> get a chance, really take a chance to thank your parents, because I know somebody was driving
<br /> you, I know that they spend hours. I know that the coach appreciates that. I also know that you
<br /> are being led by a great bunch of people. Take that and add it to your life experiences. Much
<br /> success.
<br /> Councilmember John Voorde stated, I would just like to echo what my colleagues have said. I
<br /> know that it takes a tremendous amount of stick-to-it-ness from both the parents and the team.
<br /> Congratulations on your success. In my day, Riley was known for two (2) things—and that goes
<br /> back a ways: swimming and golf. It's nice to see you continue the tradition.
<br /> Councilmember Gavin Ferlic stated, Congratulations and have a great season.
<br /> Councilmember Karen White stated, We would like to thank all the students,the swimmers, the
<br /> coaches, the leadership at Riley High School. It's just amazing how you, the coach, and also the
<br /> students that are under your leadership—that you have been able to sustain that long history of
<br /> tradition, but also success. We thank each and every one of you. You've made South Bend
<br /> proud. And the parents: we thank you for sharing your students, not only with the coach, but also
<br /> with Riley High School. Thank you so much.
<br /> Councilmember Tim Scott stated, I love swimming. Swimming is just a great exercise. It's a
<br /> great motivator,too, because when you stop swimming—what happens?—you sink. So you have
<br /> to get that going and get better. These resolutions go in the City records. Your names are always
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