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residential uses being affected. The medical helicopter would fly over commercial uses as much as possible and would fly over the by-pass. Night lights will be operable when the helicopter is making an approach and when leaving, and the lights will not shine into any residential areas. They would also have extra landscaping. Mr. Gary Fisk of DLZ then showed a series of pictures on a presentation board to the committee, along with a detailed map. He then summarized the decibel readings which were taken with 58 decibels being the average for the helicopter test site chart. There were multiple sites with the following results: 89-94 decibels 1st hover test 89-96 decibels 2nd hover test 89-96 decibels Ambulance test In response to a question from Council Member Puzzello, Mr. Fisk stated that 40 seconds was the period of time for the highest decibel. Council Member Rouse noted that since one of the tests was taken on a Friday when St. Joseph Grade School was in session, and since no complaints were received, he believes that that fact is important when weighing this request for the hospital. Dr. Varner noted that the transportation request for the helicopter would be used primarily for organ transplants,burn victims and special needs. Council Member Kuspa stated that the noise from an ambulance is more shrill than a helicopter's,and that he sees the medical helicopter as a medical necessity to help save lives. Mr. Zappia noted that they expected that there would be 4-5 helicopter runs per month. Council Member Puzzello noted that she has been in touch with many residents in the neighborhood,and that they understand that there will be some noise involved. Council Member Kuspa then opened the meeting for public comments. There was no one to speak in favor of the Bill. Sandra McGregor of 51418 Orange Road, South Bend, Indiana 46628 spoke in opposition to the Bill, noting that people without air conditioners have their windows open and that there will be noise. Following discussion, Dr. Varner made a motion, seconded by Council Member Dieter that Bill. No. 05-10 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. There being no further business to come before the Committee, Council Member Kuspa adjourned the meeting at 4:48 p.m. Respectfully submi d, Council Member Ervin Kuspa, hairperson Zoning and Annexation Committee KCF:kmf Attachments February 14,2005 Zoning and Annexation Committee of the 2005 South Bend Common Council -page 2-