HomeMy WebLinkAboutNo. 1776 commending Ann E. Kolata for extraordinary service to the SBRCRESOLUTION NO. 1776
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING
ANN E. KOLATA FOR EXTRAORDINARY SERVICE TO THE
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Ann E. Kolata has been an employee of the City of South Bend since 1979
and in her twenty years of public service has served as Director of Redevelopment for twelve
years; and
WHEREAS, Ann played a leadership role in developing plans for the East Bank
Development Area, Monroe Park Development Area, the Sample Ewing Development Area, and
the Airport Economic Development Area (better known as Blackthorn) as well as the more
recent Downtown and Commercial Corridor Strategic Action Plans, providing vision and
practical experience in preparation of these plans; and
WHEREAS, Ann played a leading role in setting policy and negotiating through the
details of many important projects; and
WHEREAS, Ann had an active role in projects such as the East Race Waterway; the
River Walk system; Coveleski Stadium, the re- opening of Michigan Street; Monroe Park and
Studebaker Corridor; the One Michiana Square, American Motors General, and McGladrey
Pullen office buildings; Teachers Credit Union; the Pointe at St. Joseph Apartments, West
Washington Homes, Central High School Apartments, Stephenson Mill Apartments, and
Robertson's Apartments; Southeast Heritage Housing; Blackthorn Golf Course and Blackthorn
Corporate Park; the College Football Hall of Fame, the St. Joseph County Juvenile Justice
Center; the Boys and Girls Club at Family and Children's Center - Southeast; the new campus of
Ivy Tech State College; the Leighton Plaza project and the Morris Performing Arts Center; and
WHEREAS, during her tenure with the Commission Ann often had to make difficult
decisions that were not popular with all segments of the community, but which she felt were vital
for the future of South Bend; and
WHEREAS, Ann coordinated and led the efforts of the staff and outside consultants with
respect to the designation of the first tax increment area by the Redevelopment Commission
which resulted in the first tax increment bond issue in the State of Indiana in 1985; and
WHEREAS, Ann has never forgotten the public that she serves, giving unselfishly of her
time for the betterment of the community, with no concern for individual honor or recognition;
and
WHEREAS, Ann has now decided to retire and devote time to her family and
granddaughter and is now retiring from her position with the Commission.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Bend Redevelopment
Commission hereby recognizes Ann E. Kolata for her extraordinary commitment and
distinguished service to the South Bend Redevelopment Commission and the City of South
Bend; thanks her for the outstanding contributions she has made; and declares it will sincerely
miss her diligent work and her presence at future meetings.
ADOPTED at a meeting of the South Bend Redevelopment Commission held on June 16,
2000, at 1308 County -City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Boulevard, South Bend, Indiana 46601.
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
By:
Robert W. Hunt, President
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Marcia Jones