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•CITY OF SOUTH BEND I OFFICE OF THE CLERK discussion by council members as they expressed gratitude for the Bill and the assembled board of commissioners. Committee member Henry Davis, Jr. voiced a few concerns to be addressed which McBride responded to. Chair White Karen White then redirected the meeting to allow for any other Council members that wished to comment. Council member Lori Hamann wanted to ask for clarification on how the council could identify ARP funds as a possible way of establishing investment when they have made very clear in the budget meetings that there are no excess ARP funds available. Committee Chair White stated that she would follow up with Hamann with the answers to her question. The floor was opened to the public by Chair White. Jorden Giger, 302 S Falcon St,provided public comment,thanked the council, and asked why there was no apology made or included in the Bill for the LaSalle Park contamination. McBride stated the sole reason for this meeting was to propose the new commission and that being the only thing being identified on this day. Peter Loutzenhiser, 4620 Acacia Place, voiced his support of this Bill. He notified the council about generations of his family witnessing racism and racial injustice. He believes that the Bill being presented will do South Bend justice. Mr. Loutzenhiser expressed his confidence about the Bill bringing forth good things for the community. Katherine Redding 1409 E Miner St, spoke in favor of Bill 23-56. Ms. Redding added that she is aware of the previous environmental terrorism that LaSalle Park has sustained for many decades and how she is glad that South Bend is able to move forward as a community. She appreciates the council moving forward with Bill No. 23-56. Clark Power, 1117 Napoleon St,commented briefly to agree with the previous public speakers and spoke about the repairs needing to be made in the community. Mr. Power expressed his gratitude for this Bill bringing the city closer to a change. Jordan Pallo, 1920 Prospect St, spoke in favor of the Bill due to her experience with family and friends that have been affected by the racism and generational trauma in the community. Ms. Pallo believes this is a great and necessary step in moving the process forward. Dania Straughan, 706 California Ave., voiced her support of Bill No. 23-56 The public hearing portion was concluded. Councilman Canneth Lee moved for passage of the bill with a favorable recommendation which was seconded by Davis. The votes are as follows. Canneth Lee Aye Henry Davis Aye Sheila Niezgodski Aye Karen White Aye EXCELLENCE ACCOUNTABILITY INNOVATION I INCLUSION I EMPOWERMENT 455 County-City Building 227W.Jefferson Bvld South Bend.Indiana 46601 p574.235.9221 f574.2359173 TTD574.235.5567 wvwv.sciuthbendin.gov 2