No. 2383 contracting the boundaries of the West Washington-Chapin Development Area

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• Promote the development of a plan to provide quality education opportunities through school and neighborhood based programs; Seek revision in traffic flow restrictions to prohibit truck traffic (which runs on Walnut and Washington). • i~ NEIGHBORHOOD ASSETS The revitalization effort will seek to build upon the following neighborhood assets: o The history and heritage of the area as a neighborhood of diverse economic, social and ethnic groups. o The affection and positive feelings that existing and former residents have for the area. o The numerous churches representing all denominations. o The Natatorium which once served as the premier recreational facility in the City. o The West Washington Historic District and the diversity of architecture. o The availability of affordable housing. o T'he closeness of downtown South Bend. o The commitment to utilize and expand the Oliver House as a major museum facility. o Recent and on-going investment in historic preservation and restoration, and in residential rehabilitation. o The commitment of neighborhood residents and the strong "sense of community" that currently exist. o The many existing and highly organized neighborhood groups including the West Washington/Chapin Revitalization Project, Inc., South Bend Heritage Foundation, block clubs, and social service organizations. o The availability of land for new housing construction, and new commercial and industrial development. PROJECTS AND ACTIONS The revitalization program is designed to address the full range of economic and physical conditions affecting the living and business environments, and the general quality of life within the neighborhood. It includes the following projects and actions to be undertaken on a continuing basis: ui