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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.
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ADOPTED at a meeting of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission held on
December 19, 2008, at 1308 County -City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Boulevard, South Bend,
Indiana 46601.
ATTEST:
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Nancy N. ing, Sec tary
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SOUTH BEND REDEVELOP NT COMMISSION
Marcia I. Jones, esident