HomeMy WebLinkAboutNo. 1739 commending Hardie Blake for meritorious service to the SBRCRESOLUTION NO. 1739
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND
REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION COMMENDING
HARDIE BLAKE FOR MERITORIOUS 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
and leadership that culminates in real, measurable progress, enriching the life of the community;
and
WHEREAS, Hardie Blake has shown such leadership by honorably serving as a member
of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission from March 1998 to November 1999; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure on the Commission Hardie has had an active role in
projects such as the Blackthorn golf course, Blackthorn Corporate Park, new housing in the
Southeast neighborhood and the West Washington- Chapin Development Area, the Leighton
Plaza project and the Morris Performing Arts Center; and
WHEREAS, during the tenure of his service the quality of life of the residents of South Bend has
improved as a result of the contributions of the time, knowledge, good judgement and steadfast
efforts of Hardie Blake; and
WHEREAS, Hardie has never forgotten the public that he serves and has been committed
to the public process of decision making.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Bend Redevelopment
Commission hereby recognizes Hardie Blake for his 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 insight and
presence at future meetings.
ADOPTED at a meeting of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission held on
February 4, 2000, at 1308 County -City Building, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, South Bend,
Indiana 46601.
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
BY: i
Robert W. Hunt, President
ATTEST:
Michael Donoho, Vice - President