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July 14, 1975 Page 4 Survey Consultant's Report Mr. Brian Crumlish gave a progress report on the County Survey;- He urvey:He stated that his firm had completed about �+(pfo of the work in- volved. He displayed an overlay map of the county. He also stated that they had now drawn up a survey form which will be used to inventory the homes. Since the last progress report of June 9th, they had looked at or driven by 15,000 buildings. They -- had filled out forms for about 320 structures and taken 300 photo- graphs. Mr. Crumlish showed a copy of the survey form used, and suggested that the Commission Zerox them. Thirty of these structures were considered of a "superior" quality and recommended for further research. He also showed a small map with various designations. Mr. Smith mentioned that it might be well to have the newspaper run a notice designating where the survey team will be at a given time so that home owners could be notified in advance. Ms. Price suggested that the Commission prepare a display about the County Survey for the National Trust meeting in Boston. Mr. Nimtz suggested that one or two of Mr. Crumlish's assistants might work with Ruth Price on the display. Next, Mr. Smith brought up the proposal for an architectural survey of South Bend. He passed out to Commission members copies of a letter which Mr. Smith wrote to Mr. William Hojnacki out= - lining the nature and scope of the City Survey. After some dis- cussion, Mr. Rothermel moved that the Commission approve the letter and send it to Mr. Hojnacki. Ms. Davisson seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. At this point, Mr. Oxian said he was not in favor of the Commission acting upon proposals and other matters without first consulting - the proper committees. Mr. Nimtz remarked that much basic spade- work had been done on these matters before they were submitted to the Commission for approval. Mr. Oxian then acknowledged that it was expedient to approve and pass upon these matters that had been tabled for so long. Budget and Finance Committee Two budgets - one to the city and one to the county - have been submitted. President Smith said they must now be reviewed by the County Commissioners and the City Council. Historic Districts Committee Mr. Nimtz reported that at the St. Paul's Church meeting, Ms. Ruth Price suggested to the attending people that they form a West Washington District. However, he suggested that the title "West Washington" be changed to "Washington -Colfax -LaSalle." Mrs. Dill, one of the home owners in that district, reminded the Commission that some home owners are opposed to the idea of an historic district and would like to be considered be- fore any district is established.