09-23-68 Council Meeting Minutes

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. 0 5 REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 23, 1968 ORDINANCES, FIRST AND SECOND READING (continued) ORDINANCE AN ORDINANCE FOR AN ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION TO ACCOUNT Q -43, "REPAIR PARTS" IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,000.00 AND TO ACCOUNT Q -252, "REPAIRS OF EQUIPMENT" IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,200.00 AND THE TRANSFER OF SAID SUMS FROM ACCOUNT Q -11, "SAL- ARIES", IN THE FIRE DEPARTMENT BUDGET, ALL BEING WITHIN THE GENERAL FUND. The Ordinance was given first reading by title and second reading in full. Councilman Szymkowiak made a motion the Ordinance be set for public hearing on October 14, 1968. Councilman Craven seconded the motion. Motion carried. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Councilman Janet S. Allen recommended a place be set on the Agenda, following the Committee of the Whole Meetinng, for persons wishing to be heard on various complaints. It would give them an opportunity to speak before the regular meeting, which often runs quite late. Councilman Allen made a motion a Temporary Rules Committee be set up to handle the matter. Councilman Zielinski seconded the motion. Motion carried. The following letter was read by Mr. Hassen J. Abraham, 4328 S. Fellows St. September 13, 1968 TO THE COMMON COUNCIL OF SOUTH BEND: When we attended the Council Meeting on September 9, we entered with a great deal of trepidation. Our neigh- borhood was in great danger and we were fearful of your reaction to our problem. We had lived on rumors and half truths for months. Many had told us we would not be given the same consideration as the petitioner. As evidenced by the number of us that were present we could not accept such a premise, and obviously faith in your representatives can be rewarding. Some may feel that we are just magnanimous because the petition was denied. In fact, we feel that our position was correct and your decision is in keeping with good government. Many of us are ashamed that our first appearance at the council meeting was in a participating capacity. We've probably been remiss in our civic duties, and should be there more often as observers. Now that we've seen the scope of your activities we are impressed by your procedures and problems. It must be a strain to maintain calm efficience while sitting in your "circle of fire ". Please accept our names that follow as expressions of appreciation for your consideration. Signed by: 65 Residents of the area petitioned to be rezoned located North Side Ireland Road and Walter St. There being no further business to come before the Council, Councilman Wise made a motion to adjourn. Councilman Craven seconded the motion. Motion carried. Time: 9:23 P.M. ATTEST: APPROVED: PRESIDENT