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REGULAR MEETINGFEBRUARY 28, 2005 <br />Councilmember Dieter seconded the motion which carried by a voice vote of nine (9) <br />ayes. <br />NEW BUSINESS <br />A. UPDATES FROM COUNCIL MEMBERS SERVING AS REPRESENTATIVE <br />ON OTHER COMMITTEES WHO HAVE MET WITHIN THE LAST TWO <br />WEEKS <br /> There were no updates to report at this time. <br />B. MISCELLANEOUS <br />rd <br /> Councilmember Pfeifer reported that the 3 Annual Civic Day was held on <br />st <br />Saturday, February 26, 2005. She stated that 21 Century Scholars from local <br />schools participated in a mock Council meeting. Councilmember Pfeifer <br />encouraged everyone to attend next year. <br />PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR <br />A. PUBLIC PORTION <br />COMMENTS CONCERNING THE RELOCATION OF ERSKINE GOLF COURSE <br />This topic was sent to the PARC Committee, Derek Dieter, Chairperson <br />Mr. Larry Englebert, 1535 Stratmore, South Bend, Indiana, stated that he has gathered <br />531 signatures on a petition against the relocation of Erskine Golf Course. <br />Ms. Nancy Kusnierek, 1425 Honan Drive, South Bend, Indiana, stated that she had <br />collected 350 signatures on a petition that she has circulated door-to-door and around the <br />City against the relocation of Erskine Golf Course. Ms. Kusnierek pleaded to preserve <br />Erksine for its wonderful contribution to the neighbors. <br />Mr. Russell Cauffman, 1701 Thornhill, South Bend, Indiana, stated that he is all in favor <br />of the relocation of Erskine Golf Course. <br />Mr. John Martz, 3428 Fellows, South Bend, Indiana, advised the Council to watch <br />Channel 22 WSBT news tonight because they had interviewed him at his home regarding <br />his view on the relocation of Erskine Golf Course. <br />Mr. Gary Oesch, 4458 Hickory Road, Mishawaka, Indiana, stated that he initially <br />opposed the selling of the 80-year old course, but he has since come to embrace the <br />concept. He stated that he would welcome the new 27-hole course because it would <br />feature a driving range, something now lacking on the land-locked course, and more <br />parking. He stated that maintaining the status quo is always easier than change. The new <br />facility would be very rewarding to the community and the citizens. He further noted that <br />there was opposition to Century Center and Coveleski Stadium, but believes that both of <br />those ventures have been good for the city. <br />Ms. Elizabeth Gast, 2715 Leer Street , South Bend, Indiana, questioned where does one <br />find any information on what’s going on with Erskine. Ms. Gast stated that she has not <br />heard one iota of what is happening at Erskine. There is a rumor mill and a wall of <br />silence. <br />Mr. Thomas Mannen, 51235 Redwood Road, South Bend, Indiana, expressed that there <br />are a lot of rumors and they need to be addressed. Mr. Mannen stated that he believes <br />that the Mayor should address the rumors and is only entertaining the idea of the <br />relocation of Erskine. He stated that if someone offered you a million dollars for your <br />home, wouldn’t you at least consider selling it? <br />24 <br /> <br />