No. 2095 commending Matthew M. Kahn for exemplary service to the SBRD

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RESOLUTION NO. 2095 A RESOLUTION COMMENDING MATTHEW M. KAHN 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, Matt served as a member of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission since February 18, 2000; and WHEREAS, Matt brought his business and leadership skills, experience, and dedication to community to the Commission; and WHEREAS, during his tenure on the Commission Matt has had an active role in projects such as The Villas at Blackthom, American Home Dreams, and the Wenger Home Rehab; the expansion of Crowe Chizek, Press Ganey, Memorial Hospital, Environmental Health Labs and Bosch; expansion of the South Bend Chocolate Cafe, the business attraction of A. J. Wright; the expansion and relocation of Rose Fuel, Tech Data, Gibbs Wire, Deluxe Sheet Metal, Tire Rack, Studebaker Museum and The Vine restaurant; designation of the South Side Development Area, the Northeast Neighborhood Development Area, and the expansion of the Blackthorn Development Area; the Studebaker /Oliver Plow Works redevelopment project and the Oliver Industrial Park; the redevelopment of Scottsdale Mall with the Erskine Village project; and designation of the state's first STIF district; and WHEREAS, Matt 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, Matt has never forgotten the public that he serves and has been committed to the public process of decision making; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Bend Redevelopment Commission hereby recognizes Matthew M. Kahn 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. ADOPTED at a meeting of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission held on September 17, 2004, at 1308 County-City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Boulevard, South Bend, Indiana 46601. SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION By: Marcia I. Jones, r ident CATTE-S Robert W. Hunt, Secretary