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July 9, 2012 Health and Public Safety Committee Page 2 on board with implementation and enforcement of the proposed amendments. He stated that this ordinance would provide additional tools for the City Administration. Aladean De Rose, Interim City Attorney stated that she has been in contact with Ms. Nash and confirmed that she has agreed that the proposed drug regulations are compatible with the drug house regulations. Council President Dieter requested statistical information from the Legal Department on the number of cases they have had in the last calendar year and this year to date on the drug house ordinance, as well as all of the items regulated by the disorderly house regulations. He believes that better communications and updates are needed to be given to the Council so that they would be regularly update. Ms. DeRose stated that that information would be shared. Catherine Toppel, Director of Code Enforcement noted in response to Council President Dieter that training would also be addressed. She noted that about 90% of the cases are resolved after a letter is sent to the homeowner with the remaining 10% going to Code and some to Court. Council President Dieter noted that the officers who work on HUD control have not gotten any direction. It was noted that the Mayor's Task Force is no longer operating. Council Member Scott noted that he is aware of six (6) homes near him which the police department has not been updated on as far as their activities. Council Member Henry Davis, Jr. stated that he "fully believes" that the activities should be added to the ordinance and that the City should have "zero tolerance ". He added that Lincolnway is an area with many of these activities. Citizen Member Kyle Chamberlin inquired about the ninety (90) day reference. Council Member Scott stated that a review would take place of whether any further changes should be made and how effective these regulations have been. Dr. Varner stated that many of the calls go back to an address and suggested that without violating privacy that data based on address should be cross - referenced among departments. In light of the many technology upgrades such a system could be done. Mr. Shabazz of Mishawaka voiced concern over Weed and Seed monies and whether they were effectively spent, as well as concern over poor people not getting a chance. Following discussion, Council Member White made a motion, seconded by Citizen Member Chamberlin that Substitute Bill No. 28 -12 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed.