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South Bend Redevelopment Commission <br /> Regular Meeting—August 30, 2012 <br /> 6. NEW BUSINESS (CONT.) <br /> E. Northeast Neighborhood Development Area <br /> (1) continued... <br /> Once complete, the realigned intersection <br /> will contain a traditional 4-way stop light <br /> which is expected to enhance vehicular flow <br /> throughout the area. <br /> An amendment to the Northeast <br /> Neighborhood Development Area Plan was <br /> completed in October 25, 2011. This Plan <br /> provides a vision for the redevelopment of <br /> the entire neighborhood and identifies the <br /> realigned 5 Points intersection as an area <br /> with high potential for commercial <br /> development. In order to facilitate a private <br /> sector development project near the new <br /> intersection, a utility study of adjacent <br /> parcels is required. This study will help <br /> confirm which utilities are currently in place <br /> and those that might need to be relocated to <br /> maximize the development potential for the <br /> area. <br /> Christopher B. Burke Engineering has <br /> submitted a proposal for this utility study. <br /> Staff requests approval of the proposal in an <br /> amount not to exceed $19,910. This amount <br /> includes a 10% contingency over the <br /> proposal amount. <br /> Mr. Varner asked who made the <br /> determination that this land was going to be <br /> offered for development, and what kind of <br /> development. Mr. Kain responded that the <br /> Northeast Neighborhood Revitalization <br /> Organization (NNRO) envisioned it for <br /> commercial development: offices or retail. <br /> The NNRO sees this as an extension of the <br /> 9 <br />