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-Mayor's Letter continued from front page- Workers Get Cash Back!
<br /> Seven visionary local institutions have joined with the City and Project Future You may qualify for the Earned In-
<br /> to incorporate the St. Joe Valley Metronet, Inc. They have also pledged sufficient come Tax Credit (EITC)! The EITC is
<br /> funds to build out the Metronet fiber loops and to provide operating support for its money for people who work but earn low
<br /> first three years. These institutions are eager for the connectivity and competitive incomes. Those who qualify will owe
<br /> voice, data, and video services environment which will benefit education, less in taxes and may get cash back. Find
<br /> healthcare, business, government and the public. Metronet provides a fiber out if you qualify, and file a federal tax
<br /> backbone for the community that will lower internet service costs and increase return to receive your Earned Income
<br /> broadband services for the greater South Bend region. It is an important part of our Tax Credit.
<br /> vision to provide the infrastructure which supports innovation and excellence. It Who qualifies for the EITC?
<br /> leverages our local assets of location, a concentration of higher education, strong Themaximum amount ofincomeyou
<br /> healthcare,banking and financial services, and advanced manufacturing and can earn and still get the credit has in-
<br /> distribution. It furthers our commitment to provide the best and most affordable creased in 20051 To qualify for the credit
<br /> services to residents and businesses, and it highlights South Bend's goal of utilizing for 2005, you must have a valid social
<br /> technology to compete for information age jobs and enhancing our tax base. security numberthat allows you to work,
<br /> Transportation systems have always been critical to South Bend's vitality. andboth your earned income and adjusted
<br /> From early days when traders and settlers used the St. Joseph River to move gross income must be less than the fol-
<br /> goods, through the heyday of railroads and the interstate highway system, to our lowing amounts.
<br /> multi-modal airport with bus and South Shore connections, we rely on good Income Guidelines:
<br /> transportation for commerce,jobs and private investment. This infrastructure is - $11,750 (Or$13,750, if married & fil-
<br /> still essential for manufacturing and advanced distribution. It strengthens South ing jointly)if you do not have a qualify-
<br /> Bend's position as the regional center for health care,higher education, arts, ing child
<br /> culture, and entertainment. As we look to future growth, the transportation of data - $31,030 (Or$33,030, if married& fil-
<br /> and ideas will be just as critical. That is why we are actively involved in providing ing jointly)if you have 1 qualifying child
<br /> quality infrastructure for the information highway and positioning South Bend as - $35,263 (Or$37,263, if married& fil-
<br /> the technology center of our region. ing jointly) if you have 2 or more quali-
<br /> fying children
<br /> Sincerely, If you receive help preparing your
<br /> Mayor Steve taxes,be sure to ask your tax preparer if
<br /> you qualify for the EITC. Pick up tax
<br /> forms at the library or post office. Call
<br /> Clear Your Sidewalks for Safety! 1-800-829-3676 for the free IRS Publi-
<br /> j,E cation 596, "Earned Income Credit," or
<br /> Keeping our sidewalks clear of snow and ice is important
<br /> for the safety of pedestr ians, especially children and the elderly. visit www.irs. ovg /eitc for additional in-
<br /> i *Clear sidewalks also provide a safe working environment for those formation and tax forms.
<br /> who work in our neighborhoods, including utility locators,postal
<br /> workers, newspaper delivery people, and others who provide services to and
<br /> around our homes. ® RECYCLING
<br /> It is the responsibility of the owner or occupant of any premises on any city CUSTOMERS:
<br /> street to remove snow and ice from the public sidewalk within 24 hours after snow
<br /> or ice has fallen or accumulated. If an owner or occupant fails to comply, the City The new 2006 magnetic recycling
<br /> may remove snow and ice after giving the owner or occupant 24 hours written schedules have been mailed. If you did
<br /> notice, and the owner or occupant will be responsible for the cost of removal. not receive one,please call 235-9971.
<br /> Neighbors are encouraged to look out for and help each other, as some may be If you are a "winter snowbird"
<br /> unable to clear their sidewalks without assistance. The City also reminds everyone resident, and will be away for at least
<br /> that the spirit of the season is not just about helping others but also respecting their three months,please call 235-9971 to
<br /> safety. Celebrate this holiday season by making South Bend a"Safe City!" renew your application for a three-
<br /> . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . month recycling credit!
<br /> STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
<br /> SIUSTEDNOENTIENDEINGLESY
<br /> • Mayor Stephen J. Luecke invites you to attend his State of the City address • NECESITA AYUDA PARA
<br /> to the community and the Common Council, on Monday, February 13, 2005, at TRADUCIRESTEDOCUNIENTO,O
<br /> • 7 p.m., in the Atrium of the new Studebaker National Museum. Everyone is • SITIENEALGUNAPREGUNTA POR
<br /> welcome! The Mayor will report on the great work that is being done in South FAVORLLAMEAL SR FEDERICO
<br /> • Bend and plans for the coming year. For more information,please call the Mayor's • THON(ASISTENTEDELALCALDE)
<br /> Office at 235-9261 or visit www.ci.south-bend.in.us. ALTELEFONO(574)235-5858X1000.
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<br /> Visit the City of South Bend online at www.ci.south-bend.in.us
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