HomeMy WebLinkAboutNo. 2095 commending Matthew M. Kahn for exemplary service to the SBRDRESOLUTION 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