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Zoning and Annexation Gommi#tee <br />August 27, 2007 <br />Page 2 <br />representations set forth in the August 7, 2007 letter signed by Tibi Mihalache (copy <br />attached) <br />Chris Dressel of the Department of Community and Economic Development spoke in <br />favor of Substitute Bill No. 34-05. He noted that there has been substantial investment <br />in the River Park area and this would add to the diversity of housing opportunities in this <br />neighborhood. <br />Larry Steele, President of the River Park Neighborhood Association noted that they <br />have not taken a formal vote on the latest proposal, however most neighbors have <br />voiced favorable comments when they have seen the latest site plan. <br />Dr. Vanrer noted that the additional time and effort resulted in positive results, and <br />thanked all concern for their added efforts. <br />Council Member Kirsits complimented all sides in their efforts to work out a compromise <br />which could move forward. <br />Council Member Kuspa noted that the project took much more time than originally <br />anticipated but now it will be a project that will bring "beauty to the river area". <br />Following discussion, Council Member Kuspa made a motion, seconded by Dr. Varner <br />that Substitute Bill No. 34-05 be recommended favorably to Council and be subject to <br />written commitments addressing the items in the August 7, 2007 letter from the <br />petitioner to the Friends of River Park (attached). The motion passed. <br />Bill No. €~7-93: S ecial Exce tion Re nested for the Pro ert Located at 352{l <br />Western: <br />Council Member Kirsits asked for a report from the Board of Zoning Appeals on Bill No. <br />07-93 which is a request of Samuel and Artemia Diaz for the property located at 3520 <br />Western Avenue. <br />Don Fozo, Building Commissioner, reported that the Board of Zoning Appeals held a <br />public hearing on July 19, 2007 on the special exception request. It would permit the <br />petitioner to construct an off-street parking lot to be used for a restaurant located at <br />3602 Western Avenue. The Board of Zoning Appeals sends a favorable <br />recommendation on the request to the Council. <br />James F. Groves, an attorney with offices located at 205 West Jefferson Boulevard, <br />Suite 502 in downtown South Bend made the formal presentation. Mr. Graves noted <br />that he represents the Diaz brothers, Samuel and Artemio. He showed a map of the <br />area in question. He stated that his clients purchased the property, noting that neither <br />of the brothers speaks English, however he worked with their relative who interpreted <br />