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The Council Attorney noted that in her memo she noted that the time period to pay the fines in a timely manner was not spelled out and that it did not address increased fines for second offenses. Mr. Leone stated that those issues are still under discussion and if necessary would be addressed in a subsequent Bill. Following discussion, Council Member Kuspa made a motion, seconded by Dr. Varner that Bill No. 69-05 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. Under miscellaneous business, Jack Dillon provided a handout to the Committee dated October 6, 2005 which addressing the "Rate Study" for the upcoming sewer rate increase to be requested by the Administration. (copy attached). Under miscellaneous business, Dr. Varner addressed Bill No. 53-05 which includes monies for the College Football Hall of Fame. He noted that the City of South Bend is supposed to be in the middle of negotiations, however the Council has not received any updates to date. Monies for admissions are less than what have been projected; sponsorship is nil; and 2000 was the Iast time that the NFF contributed. He stated that he would be suggesting this evening to amend the $631,000 requested amount to$500,000,with a moratorium being suggested for 200 7. He stated that we are supposed to be partners, however they have let us down and are now raising monies for their own endowment. Money is transferred to a joint committee which reports to no one. He noted that he was criticized a year ago and therefore is bringing this concept to everyone's attention now. Council Member Rouse stated that he understands Dr. Varner's concerns however he would hope that persons could get together to address the aggregate issue. The city needs to be more pro-active and more thorough. Dr. Varner noted that the matter has been taken out of the Council's hands and that the Council's sole function is funding. There have been no real reports to the Council, except for the presentation by Mr. Walls. Mayor Luecke requested that the $631,000 be approved. They are looking into a phased in 4th reduction in the Internal Agreement and are also looking at the hotel/motel tax and the professional sports development distribution. Dr. Varner stated that the professional sports development funds are for all four (4) entities as addressed in the ordinance, namely the Hall of Fame, Century Center, Morris Civic and the Cove. He noted that the Council is charged with wisely spending city monies, and especially now that there are property tax problems. Council Member Dieter noted that he has many of the same concerns as Dr. Varner and Council Member Rouse. He was "blown out of the water" by comments made by Mr. Fallon. Nothing has been done since the football game was lost. He voiced strong concern that no one reports to the Council and that request made by him as PARC Committee Chairperson are basically ignored. He believes that a message should be sent like the one which the Council sent last year. September 26,2005 Personnel and Finance Committee Meeing Minutes -Page 2-