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SOUTHA11 . BEND JANUARY 2007 a v" 6�'%� MAYOR STC n 1. LUE Letter from the Mayor THISMONTH... Earner's Letter Dear friends and neighbors, Earned Income Tax Credit Happy New Year! May it be a time of growth and prosperity for our City Plan Approved State of the City Invitation community. Now that the festivities are over, many of us are reflecting on the South Bend City Celebration Events accomplishments of the past year and making plans for the new one. As you develop your list of resolutions, I encourage you to consider one that will be . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . fun for you, and good for our entire community: Resolve to explore South Bend in 20071 • d d d Many people take advantage of local recreation opportunities during warm D D D months,but we also have a wealth of family-friendly activities during the winter as well WORKERS GET CASH • Have fun while learning about our past at the new Studebaker National BACK! Museum and Center for History. Expand your cultural horizons at South You may qualify for the Earned In- Bend Regional Museum of Art and Notre Dame's Suite Museum of Art. Be . come Tax Credit(EITC)! The EITC is part of the action at HealthWorks! Kids'Museum and the College Football money for people who work but earn Hall of Fame. The Hall offers free admission to South Bend residents every . low incomes. Those who qualify will "Touchdown Tuesday." Exhibits are always changing, offering a fresh look owe less in taxes andmay get cash back. every time. Find out if you qualify, and file a fed- • Entertainment opportunities abound this time of year, at the Morris Perform- . eral tax return to receive your Earned ing Arts Center,Notre Dame's DeBartolo Performing Arts Center, and South Income Tax Credit. Bend Civic Theatre. Check out artseverywhere.com for a complete list of . Who qualifies for the EITC? arts events and organizations in and around South Bend. The maximum amount of income • Downtown restaurants provide unique dining experiences and great local • you can earn and still get the credit has musicians - experience NoMA or Carmela's at Macri's for fresh new cuisine, . increased in 20061 To qualify for the and Fiddler's Hearth, Chicory Cafe, Simeri's, or Club LaSalle for fresh local credit,you must have a valid social se- music, to name a few! The South Bend Tribune provides information on live • curity number that allows you to work, music in South Bend in the Entertainment Section every week. and both your earned income and ad- • Getting restless? Get outdoors at the Howard Park Ice Rink or take advan- • justed gross income must be less than tage of discounted rates for City residents at the O'Brien Fitness Center-you . the following amounts. can begin now to work on your New Year's Resolution to get fit and healthy! Income Guidelines: Special events like the Winter Fun Run and the Daddy-Daughter Dance are • - $12,120 (Or $14,120, if married & the perfect opportunities to be active with friends and family. Winter pro- filing jointly)if you do not have a quali- grams and displays at the Rum Village Nature Center and the Muessel-Ellison • fying child Conservatories offer refreshing opportunities to interact with nature and learn . - $32,001 (Or $34,001, if married & more about our environment. Find out more at sbnark.org. filing jointly) if you have 1 qualifying • Speaking of learning, explore a new interest at one of hundreds of classes and • child programs offered through the Parks & Recreation Dept., St. Joseph County . - $36,348 (Or $38,348, if married & Public Library, and local universities, community centers, and arts organiza- filing jointly) if you have 2 or more tions across our community! qualifying children This year,the City will be partnering with the Historic Preservation Com- If you receive help preparing your mission to present"South Bend City Celebration 2007,"a year of fun family . taxes, be sure to ask your tax preparer . events that showcase South Bend's attractions and opportunities. Learn more if you qualify for the EITC. Pick up in the article in this newsletter, and take advantage of the many great experi- tax forms at the library or post office. ences waiting for you in South Bend! Call 1-800-829-3676 for the free IRS • Publication 596, "Earned Income Best wishes, Credit," or visit www.irs. ovg /eitc for (5*40— • additional information and tax forms. Mayor Steve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .