No. 2526 commending Hardie Blake for exemplary service to the SBRC

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• RESOLUTION NO. 2526 A RESOLUTION COMMENDING HARDIE BLAKE FOR EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO THE SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION WHEREAS, many people express concern about urban problems and their impact upon the community; and WHEREAS, some people demonstrate their concern by personal involvement in the process of seeking solutions; and WHEREAS, a very few people are both willing and able to bring a degree of dedication that culminates in real, measurable progress, enriching the life of the community; and WHEREAS, Hardie served as a member of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission since January 2, 2003; and WHEREAS, during his tenure on the Commission Hardie has had an active role in projects such as expansion of the South Bend Chocolate Caf6, rehabilitation of the American Bank Building, East Bank planning, The Vine, Erskine Village, Erskine Commons, the Bosch 10 expansion; restoration of the Natatorium, Portage Prairie, Coveleski Park Neighborhood Initiative, the Northeast Neighborhood Development Area, demolition of South Bend Stamping Plant, the Studebaker /Oliver Plow Works redevelopment project and the Oliver Industrial Park; WHEREAS, through his passion and commitment to issues of social justice," in particular the creation of employment opportunities for the disadvantaged, and the importance of reinforcing the dignity and respect for all human beings in the public decision - making process, Hardie has brought a more meaningful and engaging level of dialogue to the Commission; WHEREAS, Hardie unselfishly gave of his time for the betterment of the community with no concern for individual honor or recognition, and has played an instrumental role in setting policy and negotiating through the details of many important projects; and WHEREAS, Hardie has been committed to the public process of decision making; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Bend Redevelopment Commission hereby commends Hardie Blake Jr. for his exemplary commitment and distinguished service to the South Bend Redevelopment Commission and the City of South Bend; thanks him for the outstanding contributions he has made; and declares it will sincerely miss his diligent work and his presence at future meetings. 0