HomeMy WebLinkAboutNo. 3140 Commending Donald L. Alford, Sr., for Exemplary Service to the South Bend Redevelopment CommissionRESOLUTION NO. 3140
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING
DONALD L. ALFORD, SR., 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, Don served as a member of the South Bend Redevelopment
Commission since January 16, 2009; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure on the Commission Don has had an active role in
projects such as rehabilitation of the American Bank & Trust Place, restoration of the
Natatorium, the Coveleski Park Neighborhood Initiative, the Studebaker /Oliver Plow Works
redevelopment project and the Oliver Industrial Park; the WNIT relocation to South Bend; the
Main - Lafayette Corridor, East Race Townhomes and River Race Town Homes; the Veterans
Administration Clinic; restoration of the Hansel Center; the Data Realty project; and
establishment of the Renaissance District; and
WHEREAS, Don 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, Don has been committed to the public process of decision making;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the South Bend Redevelopment
Commission hereby commends Donald L. Alford, Sr., 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
May 30, 2013, at 1308 County -City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Boulevard, South Bend, Indiana
46601.
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
By:
Marcia I. Jones, Pre ent
ATTEST:
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A. Varner, Vice - President