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South Bend Redevelopment Commission <br />Regular Meeting -September 19, 2008 <br />6. NEW BUSINESS (CONT.) <br />C. Airport Economic Development Area <br />(3) continued... <br />Witwer for working with the steering <br />committee and all parties to make this a <br />transparent and successful process thus far. <br />Through participation in the Transopoly <br />game and the other planning activities, we <br />have come to realize that redeveloping <br />LaSalle Square's infrastructure will demand <br />much more than the initial outlay of TIF <br />monies to realize our dream of turning this <br />area around. But with the continued support <br />of Common Council members and <br />organizations like the Community Forum for <br />Economic Development, we believe we have <br />laid the foundation for a strong partnership <br />with the city to turn LaSalle Square into an <br />area that will make the neighborhood a more <br />vibrant, welcoming area not just for the west <br />side but for the whole community. <br />Sincerely, <br />.Terry Niezgodski <br />Chairman, Lincoln Way West Gateway <br />Association <br />Mr. Vitton noted that following selection of <br />zpd+a as the consultant for planning and <br />preparation and signing of the contract, <br />zpd+a began their work on May 2. They met <br />with the steering committee and established <br />two public planning dates, July 12 and <br />August 19. Following the public input, they <br />prepared the plan and did market research. <br />Mr. Kamicar noted that everything zpd+a did <br />was very public, at the request of the city. <br />12 <br />