04-05-2005 $1,000,000 for Commercial Corridor Improvements

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$1,000,000 FOR COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENTS Page 2 of 7 3. Creating Opportunities for Impact The original corridor plans provided a broad framework for how each corridor mi Through specific planning, each corridor group is currently working to redevelop pri essential to their comprehensive revitalization. In combination with major streets( improvements to existing building facades, the development of key properties is spin environment. Funding for the improvement plan is generated through COIT (County Option Income Tax). N demonstrates the importance of County Option Income Tax (COIT) dollars to the community. COIT fu along commercial corridors and in neighborhoods for important capital improvement projects. Corridor streetscape improvements, building enhancements, and site development. Councilwomen Pfeifer stated, "The Corridor Program is just great. On behalf of the City Coun partner in this initiative. The Corridor Leaders and Planners work very hard to make these wonderful pr( "While challenges remain, I am confident that our corridors will become all that we envision about the progress we see here at Studio 815 on Lincolnway West and along other corridors like continue to help existing businesses enhance the appearance of their buildings, improve public safety Mayor Luecke continued. "We have gained a lot of forward momentum. The projects that are in process and those underw: each corridor as unique and desirable places to live and do business. Our corridor partnership is succe( to our wonderful downtown and enhance the neighborhoods that adjoin our entryways to the City,"May Representatives from the Corridors outlined their key strategies for 2005 that include: 1. South Gateway (South Michigan and Main Streets) - $235,000 * Streetscape Beautification (Sample to Indiana) * Public Safety South Gateway will use its funding for Streetscape improvements. New curbs, sidewalks, tr installed along Michigan Street from Indiana Avenue to Sample Street. Notre Dame students have concepts that are being considered for this area. In partnership with the Urban Enterprise Association, being studied for several properties in this segment as well. Funds will also be used for ongoing public s 2.Western Avenue- $157,000 *Streetscape Beautification/Segment "D" - $157,000 New curb, sidewalk, lighting, trees, tree lawn and tree grates will be installed along Western between Gladstone and Sheridan Streets. This project will mark the second phase of a multi-phe appearance of Western Avenue. Additionally, vacant lot and building acquisition will continue alo: Chapin and Olive Streets. Key buildings may be acquired for adaptive reuse and vacant lots to ere areas. The Fayade Matching Grant Program will also continue this year. 3.Lincolnway West- $182,000 * Additional Police Patrols/other public safety activities * Fayade Matching Grant Program * Planters, trees, decorations http://www.ci.south-bend.in.us/Press/Releases 2005/040505 CommercialCorridors.htm 1/13/2006