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REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 27, 1973
<br />COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING (CONTINUED)
<br />society, and he stated that he had contacted the office on one particular occasion regarding a dog
<br />problem and he had not been given a satisfactory answer. He stated that now the city wanted to
<br />employ a dog catcher, and he felt the city should be reimbursed. He did indicated that he had res-
<br />pect for the society, but he felt someone "was passing the buck ". Councilman Taylor indicated that
<br />as far as contributions were concerned, the City of South Bend paid $24,000, the City of Mishawaka
<br />contributed $9,000 and St. Joseph County only contributed $15,000. He felt the city was paying
<br />part of the county's share. Mr. Gallagher indicated that the Humane Society has also been affected
<br />regarding the dog ordinance, and he stated that those facilities were heavily taxed. He stated
<br />that, whenever he has called the society, he has received complete cooperation. Councilman
<br />Kopczynski wondered if the present facilities of the society would be adequate with the additional
<br />dogs being picked up, and Mrs. Flannagan indicated that many of the dogs are adopted very soon and
<br />the turnover is great, thus enabling room for more strays. Councilman Kopczynski asked if the
<br />society used any other equipment in catching the dogs and if they were successful in their efforts.
<br />Mrs. Flannagan indicated that the tranquilizer gun was not used and that the men were simply traine
<br />to catch the animals. She felt they had been quite successful in the past. Council President Neme
<br />suggested that the Council move on to the next budget. A resident living on Norton Drive stated
<br />that he has been bothered by a neighbor who had five dogs and the dogs were constantly running at
<br />large. He hoped something could be done about the situation. He indicated that the owner of the
<br />dogs was Richard Overmyer at 4124 Miami Street. Mr. Gallagher indicated that, whenever more than
<br />four dogs are housed, a kennel license must be obtained. Councilman Parent made a motion that
<br />debate on the issue be concluded, seconded by Council President Nemeth. Mr. Gallagher indicated
<br />that, on page 34 under "Inspector I ", the department had a one -man bureau as related to the trash
<br />program.
<br />SAFETY DEPARTMENT - EMPLOYEE SAFETY
<br />Council President Nemeth indicated that the Council proposed that certain accounts be cut as
<br />follows:
<br />Account 213 .................. $ 50
<br />Account 363 .................. 100
<br />Miss Guthrie questioned the amount of money for dues and subscriptions. Mr. Gallagher indicated
<br />that the men within the department are required to subscribe for certain materials. Chairman
<br />Newburn indicated that he wanted an explanation regarding that item. Mr. Gallagher indicated that
<br />this was for the OSHA materials. Mr. Paul Gervas, Director of Employee Safety, indicated that $425
<br />is for membership in the National Safety Council, and he thought that OSHA membership was about
<br />$267. He indicated that OSHA keeps the city informed of the daily changes made in the rulings
<br />regarding safety. Mr. Gallagher indicated that Mr. Gervas' work has more than saved the city that
<br />amount of money. Chairman Newburn asked how this savings was shown, and Mr. Gervas indicated that,
<br />a few months ago, an employee was saved from an accident which would have been fatal if he had not
<br />been wearing the necessary safety equipment. He indicated that this was just one instance. Mr.
<br />Gallagher indicated that there was also a savings as far as insurance rates were concerned.
<br />Councilman Kopczynski asked what kind of car was assigned to Mr. Gervas, and Mr. Gervas indicated
<br />that he had a 1972 American Motors Station Wagon. Council President Nemeth asked where the car
<br />came from, and Mr. Gervas indicated that he did not know. Councilman Kopczynski asked how many
<br />miles were indicated on the car, and Mr. Gervas indicated that there was approximately 11,000 miles
<br />Mr. James Barcome, City Controller, indicated that, in 1972, money was appropriated in the Board of
<br />Public Works budget for that particular car. Councilman Kopczynski asked about Mr. Gallagher's ca
<br />and Mr. Gallagher answered that he had a 1973 Chevelle with approximately 33,000 miles.
<br />MORRIS CIVIC AUDITORIUM
<br />Council President Nemeth indicated that the Council proposed that certain accounts be cut as
<br />follows:
<br />Account 213
<br />Account 224
<br />Account 252
<br />Account 261
<br />Account 370
<br />Account 726
<br />................. $ 300
<br />................. 150
<br />................. 500
<br />................. 50
<br />................. 200
<br />................. 3,000
<br />Miss Guthrie asked about the other equipment included in the budget. Mr. Floyd Jessup, Manager of
<br />the Morris Civic Auditorium, indicated that he had written a letter dated August 23, 1973, regardi
<br />the purchase of microphones, amplifiers, mike cables and related items concerning the present publ'
<br />address system, and the purchase of such items as new stage draperies, lighting fixtures, folding
<br />chairs, furniture for the lounges, etc. Miss Guthrie indicated that, in Account 726, $4,000 is
<br />budgeted every year. She stated that sometimes, that money is not spent. Councilman Miller
<br />questioned the costs involved, and Mr. Jessup indicated that the Broadway Theatre League was also
<br />a contributor to the auditorium. Councilman Horvath indicated that, looking at last year's budget,
<br />only $662 was spent out of the $4,000 that was appropriated. Mr. Jessup indicated that he had a
<br />balance of $2,068 and that, if the money was available, $10,000 could be spent for this type of
<br />equipment and furnishings. Mr. BonDurant questioned Accounts 221 and 223. Mr. Jessup indicated
<br />that he has had a good experience with the new heating system as compared to the city steam service
<br />In Account 223, there was a balance of $8,700.57. He indicated that he has made an adjustment to
<br />compensate for the electric current used in the air - conditioning system. He explained other aspect
<br />of the auditorium. Councilman Kopczynski asked if Mr. Jessup prepared the budget. He indicated
<br />that the Council could not put items into the budget and could only cut certain items. Mr. Jessup
<br />indicated that he had prepared the budget using last year's figures. Councilman.Kopczynski ques-
<br />tioned the position of Custodian and the number of hours worked. Mr. Jessup explained that posi-
<br />tion. Councilman Miller asked if it would be possible to cut more money out of the heating account
<br />Mr. Jessup indicated that he felt that money should then be used in the electric account. Council-
<br />man Serge asked about Account 315, "Promotions ", and felt that $500, which was budgeted, would not
<br />promote anything. Mr. Jessup stated that $500 was really not enough money. He indicated that
<br />last year he had spent $200 of his own money. He explained the different conferences for the
<br />coming year, indicating there was an Auditorium Manager's Convention in San Antonio, a convention
<br />in Canada and a Promoter's. Convention in Miami. Councilman Miller suggested that, if Mr. Jessup
<br />had some specific ideas regarding promotion, perhaps some of the money from the heating account
<br />could be used for that purpose. Mr. Jessup indicated that the present public address system was
<br />quite old. He hoped to see a new system installed in the future. Councilman Kopczynski felt the
<br />Council should be brought up to date on the operation of the auditorium. Mr. Jessup pointed out
<br />that he would have an increase in rentals up to $32,140.
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