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REGULAR MEETING APRIL 14, 2008 Councilmember Al “Buddy” Kirsits, 722, Marquette, South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. Councilmember Kirsits advised that effective planning is critical for progressive legislative measures. He stated that the proposed resolution will assist both the entire Council and the Council Attorney, in this endeavor. Currently, the Council Attorney has had to go through an annual retention process, which takes place at the Council’s Organizational meeting each January. Not know the intentions of the Council have caused concern leading into the next calendar year, especially with regard to ongoing Council projects. Some questions were raised with regard to resolution proposed to improve management and planning. The substitute bill addresses those concerns. It amends former Section II by including the language that the appointment of the Council Attorney would be subject to a satisfactory annual performance review by the Common th Council, which shall be completed on or before September 30 which would be a part of the annual budget process. The measurable outcomes utilized by the Common Council would include a satisfactory completion of the duties set forth in the South Bend Municipal Code §2-7(b). Councilmember Kirsits thanked Councilmember’s White and Puzzello for their input on this amendatory language. He respectfully requested the support of all members of the Council. A Public Hearing was held on the Resolution at this time. There being no one present wishing to speak to the Council either in favor of or in opposition to this Resolution, Councilmember Oliver Davis made a motion to adopt this Resolution. Councilmember White seconded the motion which carried by a roll call vote of nine (9) ayes. BILL NO. 08-31 A RESOLUTION OF THE COMMON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF SCRAP METAL/JUNK DEALERS/RECYCLING OPERATION LICENSES FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2008 PURSUANT TO SECTION 4-51 OF THE SOUTH BEND MUNICIPAL CODE Mr. Charles Clark, License Auditor, City of South Bend, Department of Administration th and Finance, 12 Floor County-City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, Indiana, made the presentation for this bill. Mr. Clark advised that in accordance with the procedure for the renewal of City Business/Occupational licenses for the operation of Scrap Metal/Junk Dealers/Recycling Operations, renewal applications for three (3) businesses: A-1 Auto Parts, 2014 S. Lafayette Blvd; Concrete Recycling Center, 1702 N. Bendix Drive; and Gertrude Street Metal Recycling, Inc., 3700 Gertrude Street, were submitted to the Police Department, Fire Inspection Bureau, Water Works, Department of Code Enforcement and Building Department. He stated that the properties were inspected for Fire Code Violations, environmental violations, proper maintenance of the premises and areas outside the fences, and the height and condition of the surrounding fencing. Mr. Clark further noted that the applicants have met all of the technical requirements of the ordinance. He asked for the Council favorable consideration. Councilmember White asked for the reports from the various departments to see if the Scrap Metal/Junk Dealers are in compliance. She stated that there should be a check list to see if the various dealers are in compliance with the Ordinance. Mr. Clark stated that is an area that he is not really aware of because he is not out on the scene. He stated that is something that the Police Department would be aware of and are the ones that would check and inspect for the video cameras, finger prints, etc. 16