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South Bend
Redevelopment Commission
215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Room 301, South Bend, Indiana
Agenda
Regular Meeting
March 26, 2026 – 9:30 a.m.
City Hall Council Chambers 3rd Floor or via:
https://tinyurl.com/RDC2025-2026-Meetings
Meeting Recording Link: https://tinyurl.com/RDC-Meeting-Recordings
1. Roll Call
• Troy Warner, President – (Council) Jan. 2026 to Dec. 2026
• Dave Relos, Vice President – (Mayor) Jan. 2026 to Dec. 2026
• Eli Wax, Secretary – (Mayor) Feb. 2026 to Dec. 2026
• Gillian Shaw, Commissioner – (Mayor) Jan. 2026 to Dec. 2026
• Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers, Commissioner – (Council) Feb. 2026 to Dec. 2026
• Marcus Ellison, Non-Voting Advisor – (School Board) Feb. 2026 to Dec. 2026
2. Approval of Minutes
A. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of March 12, 2026
3. Approval of Claims
A. None
4. Old Business
A. None
5. New Business
A. West Washington Development Area
1. Budget Request (West Washington Mid-Block Crossing)
B. River West Development Area
1. Budget Request (Kennedy Park Improvements)
2. 3rd Amendment to Development Agreement (GLC, Madison Lifestyle
District)
C. River East Development Area and Residential Development Area
1. Budget Request (Riverwalk Improvements Seitz to Howard Phase 2)
D. River East Development Area
1. 3rd Amendment to the Wharf Development Agreement
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Redevelopment Commission
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E. Administrative
1. 2025 Fiscal Report
6. Progress Reports
A. Tax Abatement
B. Common Council
C. Other
7. Next Commission Meeting
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 9:30 a.m. at Council Chambers, Room 301
8. Adjournment
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South Bend
Redevelopment Commission
215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Room 301, South Bend, Indiana
Minutes
Regular Meeting
March 12, 2026 – 9:30 a.m.
City Hall Council Chambers 3rd Floor or via:
https://tinyurl.com/RDC2025-2026-Meetings
Meeting Recording Link: https://tinyurl.com/RDC-Meeting-Recordings
The South Bend Redevelopment Commission was called to order at 9:30 a.m.
President Troy Warner presiding.
1. ROLL CALL
Members Present: Troy Warner, President
Dave Relos, Vice President
Eli Wax, Secretary
Gillian Shaw, Commissioner
Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers, Commissioner
Member Absent: Marcus Ellison, Non-Voting Advisor
Legal Counsel: Jenna Throw, City Attorney
Redevelopment Staff: Darryl Scott, Chief of Staff, Mayor’s Office
Erik Glavich, Director of Growth and Opportunity, DCI
Lewis Kouassi, Director of Finance, DCI
Joseph Molnar, Asst. Dir. of Growth and Opp., DCI
Erin Michaels, Property Development Manager, DCI
Laura Hensley, Board Secretary, DCI
Attending: Eric Horvath, Director of Public Works
Jitin Kain, Deputy Director of Public Works
Abigail Magas, City Engineer, Engineering
Leslie Biek, Assist. City Engineer, Engineering
Zach Hurst, Senior Project Engineer, Engineering
Patrick Sherman, Project Manager, Public Works
Leslie Biek, Assist. City Engineer, Engineering
Lidya Abreha, Project Engineer, Engineering
Megan Schuetz, KCG Development, LLC - Virtual
Matt Barrett, 110 S. Niles Ave.
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2. Approval of Minutes
A. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Thursday, February 12,
2026
Upon a motion by Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers for approval, second by Eli Wax,
the motion carried unanimously; the Commission approved the minutes of
the regular meeting of February 12, 2026.
B. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Thursday, February 26,
2026
Upon a motion by Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers for approval, second by Eli Wax,
the motion carried unanimously; the Commission approved the minutes of
the regular meeting of February 26, 2026.
3. Approval of Claims
A. Claims Allowances March 9, 2026
Upon a motion by David Relos for approval second by Gillian Shaw, the
motion carried unanimously; the Commission approved the claims
allowances of March 9, 2026.
4. Old Business
A. None
5. New Business
A. South Side Development Area
1. Development Agreement (KCG Development LLC)
Joseph Molnar, Assistant Director of Growth and Opportunity, stated
before you today is a development agreement with KCG Development
LLC for a City-owned vacant lot at South Main and Donald Streets. The
property has been owned by the Redevelopment Commission for over a
decade and has remained vacant since the former building was
demolished. KCG is a multifamily housing developer out of Indianapolis.
In June 2025, the RDC approved a purchase agreement with KCG with
the intent to pursue Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (7th in 3 years).
That award was successfully announced in November 2025, allowing the
City to leverage federal and state resources. This is one of seven such
awards the City has secured in the past three years, after having none in
the prior decade.
The development agreement requires the construction of a multifamily
housing project with a minimum of 50 affordable rental units at varying
AMI levels. The RDC is committing $1 million from the South Side
Development Area TIF, alongside a minimum $13 million private
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investment from the developer. This local commitment was essential to
the project’s competitiveness for tax credit scoring. The proposed
project is a four-story, all-residential building with brick accents. If
approved, KCG plans to close on the property this Spring, begin
construction later this year, and complete the project by the end of
2027.
Commissioner Gooden-Rodgers asked, what assurances do we have that
developers will address issues that arise in these buildings? We already
have properties experiencing ongoing problems. What commitments are
in place to ensure residents’ needs are properly managed? Megan
Schuetz with KCG responded, we use a national third-party property
management company and are long-term owners of these projects,
typically at least 15 years, with affordability maintained for 30 years.
Each property will have on-site management and maintenance staff, and
we partner with service organizations to support residents with
disabilities. Because we are invested long term, we are committed to
keeping both the residents and the property successful.
Vice President Relos asked about parking. Ms. Schuetz explained that
resident access will be from Donald Street, with a curb cut located there.
There will also be secondary emergency access off the alley. Parking will
be accessed from the alley and will be gated. Matt Barrett expressed
concerns about code enforcement.
Upon a motion by Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers for approval, seconded by
David Relos, the motion carried unanimously; the Commission approved
the Development Agreement as presented on March 12, 2026.
B. River West Development Area
1. Budget Request (Morris Garage Design)
Joseph Molnar, Assistant Director of Growth and Opportunity,
presented a budget request for design and site preparation related to
the proposed Morris Parking Garage serving the Morris Performing Arts
Center. This project represents the third and final phase of the Encore
initiative, a multi-year effort to renovate and modernize the Morris for
its next century. Phase one was a $10 million renovation to the theater
itself, including seating and HVAC improvements. Phase two was the
recently completed Raclin Murphy Encore Center expansion. Phase
three envisions a parking garage attached to the west side of the Encore
Center, which was designed with this future connection in mind.
The proposed 473-space garage would provide dedicated,
ADA-accessible parking for Morris patrons, eliminating the need to park
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several blocks away or go outside to access the theater. It would also
support additional downtown development.
The Redevelopment Commission is currently in active discussions with 7
Diamonds regarding a residential component integrated with the garage,
following an RFP issued in 2025. Those discussions are progressing well,
and staff anticipate bringing a development agreement to the RDC later
this Summer. Today’s request is for $2 million from River West TIF to
fund full design, demolition, and site preparation work, including
removal of the former South Bend Water Works building and necessary
grading and remediation. This funding keeps the project on track for a
2027 construction start. This final phase would complete the Morris
modernization while adding much-needed parking to support both the
theater and downtown more broadly.
Secretary Wax stated, I remember that when we reviewed the RFP
responses, there was a general understanding of what portion of the
project would be covered by the City or other public investment versus
the developer. Is this request consistent with what we initially agreed to
when we accepted the proposal and began negotiations? Mr. Molnar
responded yes. Under the proposal— which we are still finalizing the
agreement for—the City would be responsible for providing the parking
garage and potentially a one-story podium for the residential building,
with the developer constructing the housing above it. While the finer
terms are still being negotiated, this funding request is consistent with
that original framework. The request is primarily for the design and site
work for the garage, which would be required regardless of the final
development partner.
Vice President Relos asked about how many parking spaces will be
available to the public. Mr. Molnar stated the only parking commitments
that are finalized are those covered by signed agreements. Any
additional commitments related to 7 Diamonds or another housing
developer would be addressed later through a development agreement.
The Morris has identified a need for at least 250 parking spaces on show
nights, and we are confident the proposed garage can accommodate
that. The garage is being designed with flexibility in mind—allowing
spaces to be used by office or other users during the day and then made
available for Morris events during evenings and weekends. The spaces
dedicated to the Morris would otherwise be available to the public
year-round, similar to other downtown parking facilities.
We have been working closely with Morris staff and Public Works on
loading, staging, and staff parking spaces. Patrick Sherman, Project
Manager, responded that the design preserves access to existing loading
docks for semi-trucks and box trucks and maintains access behind the
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Morris and the former LaSalle Grill site. We recognize this is a complex
area, especially on show nights when buses and trucks are present, and
coordination will continue to ensure operations function smoothly.
Across the street, the Colfax Corner project is expected to bring
approximately 400 jobs. That developer has expressed interest in a
future parking arrangement once the garage is built. While the garage
will not be available for another 18 to 24 months, we are confident that
shared-use parking—such as daytime office use with evening
availability—can be managed through a smart parking approach.
Commissioner Shaw inquired about the age and condition of the Water
Works building and whether there are any anticipated challenges, such
as abatement issues or foundation concerns? Mr. Molnar explained that,
we’ve completed a walkthrough of the Water Works building and are
fairly confident in what to expect. The building does have a basement,
and we are already planning for that as part of the demolition. While you
never fully know what’s underground until work begins, we’ve
accounted for potential variables and included contingencies. We’ve also
been receiving strong demolition bids recently, which helps us manage
those uncertainties.
Upon a motion by Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers for approval, seconded by
Eli Wax, the motion carried unanimously; the Commission approved the
Budget Request as presented on March 12, 2026.
2. Budget Request (Demo and Design River Glenn)
Darryl Scott, Chief of Staff, with the Mayor’s Office, presented this
budget request for $1,700,000 for demolition and site design related to
the former Press Ganey River Glen office property. The goal of this
request is straightforward: to prepare the site for the next phase of
investment by removing barriers to redevelopment and positioning the
property so the market can respond with viable proposals. We are
requesting RDC consideration for funding to demolish the existing
structures and complete site design work.
The Redevelopment Commission acquired the property in late 2024 and
issued an RFP allowing for either reuse of the existing buildings or full
redevelopment. Staff have since engaged with multiple development
teams, and the feedback has been consistent—there is no market
interest in reusing the existing buildings or their current footprint. As a
result, staff recommends a strategy focused on demolition to reduce
barriers and improve marketability.
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The site is approximately five acres and includes buildings dating back to
the 1970s that have been vacant for more than five years. Their layout
and systems do not align with modern office standards, residential
conversion, ground-floor activation, or riverfront-oriented
development. Maintaining these structures does not preserve value and
instead creates physical and financial constraints.
In addition, the RDC continues to incur carrying costs for these vacant
buildings, including insurance, security, utilities, and property
management. Demolition would eliminate these recurring costs and
allow for flexible site planning consistent with the Downtown 2045 Plan
and the broader River Glen vision.
Site design is included in this request because demolition alone is not
sufficient. Completing design work now will establish buildable site
configurations, coordinate utilities and access, and reduce delays once a
developer is selected. Market feedback has shown that uncertainty
around site readiness has limited interest, and this approach directly
addresses those concerns.
Today’s request is to approve funding for demolition and site design to
unlock redevelopment potential, support downtown growth, expand
housing opportunities, and activate the riverfront.
Vice President Relos asked during the site preparation work for the JC
Hart project, did the engineering identify utilities that run through this
area—specifically from Jefferson down to Monroe or toward Lincoln
Way? He wonders whether that work helped clarify what exists
underground farther south. Eric Horvath, Director of Public Works,
responded, yes. We conducted a survey of the entire area and completed
a master utilities plan covering Jefferson to Monroe and from Michigan
Street to the river. Because Lincoln Way previously ran through this site,
many older utilities were left in place when the street was relocated,
creating a complex network underground. While it’s somewhat of a
“spaghetti” situation, we now have a good understanding of what
utilities are present, and that information will directly inform the site
design moving forward.
Upon a motion by Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers for approval, seconded by
David Relos, the motion carried unanimously; the Commission approved
the Budget Request as presented on March 12, 2026.
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3. Resolution No. 3667 (Accepting Transfer of Real Property at 821
Portage Ave & 808 Cushing St. from BPW)
Erin Michaels, Property Development Manager, presented this
Resolution No. 3667 which accepts the transfer of two parcels—821
Portage Avenue and 808 Cushing Street—from the Board of Public
Works to the Redevelopment Commission. These two vacant parcels are
located at the corner of Portage and Cushing and sit directly across the
street from a larger stretch of property already owned by the RDC. The
parcels were originally acquired by the Board of Public Works through
agreements with Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc. in 2008 and 2013.
Given the amount of infill development that has occurred in the Near
Northwest Neighborhood, staff believe the RDC is the more appropriate
entity to own and manage these parcels in anticipation of future
redevelopment.
Transferring these properties allows the RDC to proactively assemble a
larger potential redevelopment site that could incorporate parcels on
both sides of the street. The Board of Public Works approved its
corresponding Resolution at its March 10 meeting.
Commissioner Gooden-Rodgers asked if there are any plans for
redevelopment of this area currently. Ms. Michaels responded that while
there are no concrete plans in place, we have received interest from
developers, so this is the first step in readying the site for
redevelopment.
Commissioner Shaw asked if Public Works will still be assisting in the
maintenance of these sites and Ms. Michaels stated yes.
Upon a motion by Gillian Shaw for approval, seconded by Ophelia
Gooden-Rodgers, the motion carried unanimously; the Commission
approved Resolution No. 3667 as presented on March 12, 2026.
4. Lease Agreement for Temporary Parking (Parking Lots at Wayne St. &
Lafayette Blvd and South of Lafayette Building)
Erin Michaels, Property Development Manager, presented a lease
agreement with the St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners for
temporary use of two RDC-owned parking lots. The aerial shows the two
parking lots included in the lease, highlighted in red, and the nearby
County building, shown in blue, where the employees who would use
these lots currently work. These lots are located close to that facility and
were historically used for City employee parking. Since City staff have
relocated to City Hall, the lots are no longer needed for City use.
St. Joseph County has requested to lease the lots from the RDC. If
approved, the lease would become effective immediately and could be
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terminated by either party with 90 days’ written notice. This ensures
flexibility should a redevelopment opportunity arise for the surrounding
properties.
The monthly rent would be $2,000, but that amount may be abated in
exchange for the County completing approved repairs to the lots, such
as seal coating, striping, or pothole repairs. Any abatement would
require invoices to be submitted to RDC staff for review.
In addition, the County would be responsible for routine maintenance of
the lots, including snow and ice removal, landscaping, and mowing where
applicable. Routine maintenance would not count toward rent
abatement.
Vice President Relos asked how many total spaces and Ms. Michaels
stated the lot to the North has 20-30 spots and the lot to the South has
30-40 spots. Commissioner Gooden-Rodgers spoke in favor of the
agreement.
Upon a motion by Ophelia Gooden-Rodgers for approval, seconded by
Eli Wax, the motion carried unanimously; President Warner abstained
from the vote. The Commission approved the Lease Agreement as
presented on March 12, 2026.
C. River East Development Area
1. Budget Request (Demo of Former Qualex Building at 921 Louise St.)
Joseph Molnar, Assistant Director of Growth and Opportunity,
presented this budget request for $500,000 to demolish the former
Qualex building in the River East development area. This property is
located in what is now being branded as the Market District on the
Southeast side of the city, immediately adjacent to Mishawaka Avenue.
The building is a former industrial structure dating back to the 1930s.
On the map, the Qualex building is outlined in red. Just to the South is
the former Northside YMCA, which the City is actively working to
redevelop. The City has applied for a READI Blight grant to help cover
infrastructure costs at that site, and we are optimistic about a favorable
decision. If awarded, we expect to bring additional agreements to the
Redevelopment Commission soon. There is real momentum and activity
happening in this area.
To the North, at the intersection of Longfellow and Mishawaka Avenue,
is the centerpiece of the Mishawaka Avenue streetscape project.
Improvements along Mishawaka Avenue extend from Bambers
Westward all the way toward Adams High School. In addition, new
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businesses such as Cloud Walking Coffee have opened nearby, showing
continued growth and investment in the district.
The Qualex building has been a long-standing eyesore and has a negative
impact on this area. The structure has significant damage, including a
failing roof and collapsing walls, and has not been properly maintained. It
has been vacant for decades and is under a court order for demolition
due to its severe condition. This building represents an active public
health and safety hazard.
The City has made repeated efforts over the years to work with various
property owners to bring the site into compliance. Unfortunately, the
property has been caught in a recurring tax sale cycle. The current
owner has stopped responding to the City, has not paid property taxes,
and has taken no action to address the building’s condition. If the
Redevelopment Commission approves this demolition, the City would
place the cost of demolition as a lien on the property. If unpaid, that lien
could eventually allow the City or the RDC to acquire property. The City
is also exploring other legal avenues to gain control of the site.
This demolition would remove serious safety concerns, protect recent
public investments in the Mishawaka Avenue Market District, and
support redevelopment opportunities adjacent to the former YMCA site.
For the demolition itself, bids have already been opened by the Board of
Public Works. The requested $500,000 budget includes a contingency,
and we do not anticipate needing additional funding. If approved, bids
are expected to be awarded on March 24, with demolition beginning in
mid-April. The contract completion date is July 3.
Commissioner Shaw asked how quickly the demolition could take place.
Zach Hurst, Senior Project Engineer from the Department of Public
Works stated that bids were opened on Tuesday at the Board of Public
Works meeting. We anticipate awarding the bid at the next meeting on
March 24. Assuming approval, we expect the contractor to mobilize and
begin demolition in mid-April and expected completion by July 3, 2026.
Vice President Relos asked are there any environmental concerns? Has a
Phase I or Phase II environmental assessment been completed, and do
we know what the demolition contractor may encounter, particularly
related to contamination? The site previously housed photo processing
operations, so there may be concerns about contaminated soil. Mr. Hurst
responded, there is potential for environmental issues, particularly
related to soil contamination, which is the largest unknown at this point.
A contingency is built into the demolition contract to address any
environmental conditions that may be discovered during demolition. An
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asbestos survey was completed and came back fairly favorable,
identifying only some mastic and limited transite in former office areas.
Because this is an industrial building, it contains fewer office partitions
and more open space than other demolitions, which reduces asbestos
concerns. Much of the building material can be crushed and sent to a
recycling facility rather than a landfill, contributing to more favorable
pricing. Overall, we have a good understanding of existing conditions,
with the primary uncertainty potentially contaminated soil in the
basement once excavation begins.
Matt Barrett commented that he supports this request. This is a code
enforcement issue that should have been addressed years ago. While he
understands there have been challenges, the City needs to invest more
resources in code enforcement to prevent situations like this from
occurring in the future.
Upon a motion by David Relos for approval, seconded by Gillian Shaw,
the motion carried unanimously; the Commission approved the Budget
Request as presented on March 12, 2026.
2. Budget Request (Howard Park Bandshell Design)
Joseph Molnar, Assistant Director of Growth and Opportunity,
presented this budget request for $250,000 for a portion of the design
services for Howard Park Bandshell. This project would help transform
Howard Park into a premier, four-season destination by adding a high-
quality, covered outdoor performance stage.
Since the park’s major overhaul in 2019, Howard Park has been highly
active year-round, with features such as the ice trail and pond in winter
and the playground and open spaces in warmer months. A permanent
bandshell would add another major active use and further establish
Howard Park as the City’s primary location for programmed activities.
The bandshell would provide a dedicated, mid-sized venue for touring
acts, local festivals, and community events. It would also serve as a
regional cultural attraction, encouraging visitors to spend time
downtown at nearby restaurants and shops.
The performance stage has been part of the Howard Park vision since
the 2019 redesign. Infrastructure was intentionally put in place at that
time to support this future project, including reinforced paths for truck
access, installed electrical capacity, and a park layout designed to
accommodate performances in the central loop area. The proposed
bandshell would include a covered stage, performer restrooms, a green
room, AV control space, electrical and storage rooms, janitorial space,
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and related site improvements to ensure a positive experience for both
performers and visitors.
The request before you today is for $250,000 in initial design funding.
The City is actively pursuing multiple grant and funding opportunities
through the State and local partners to support eventual construction.
Advancing the design now strengthens those grant applications and
allows for more accurate cost estimates by reducing current
uncertainties. If funding comes together as anticipated, construction
could begin as early as 2027.
President Warner asked about potential funding sources. Could this
project be supported by the hotel-motel tax? He also knows there have
been early discussions about expanding the sports development area.
Mr. Molnar responded, the hotel-motel tax is one potential funding
source the City is exploring. In addition, the City is planning to apply for a
READI Arts and Culture grant for this project.
President Warner noted that the bandshell was included in the original
2019 plan but was deferred at that time as a cost-saving measure.
Secretary Wax asked if we have a rough estimate of construction costs.
Additionally, beyond grants and other funding sources, will rentals or
event revenue cover the ongoing operational costs, or will this require
continued financial support? Mr. Molnar explained that, current
construction estimates are around $5 million, with the potential to
increase slightly once full design and related costs are included.
Questions related to operations and long-term costs would be best
addressed by VPA. I’m happy to connect you with their programming
team to discuss how the space would be operated and funded. The intent
is for the venue to be accessible to the community while also generating
some revenue through paid events. It is expected that existing VPA staff
and programming resources could support operations, as Howard Park
already has a strong and active programming structure.
Commissioner Wax responded that he appreciates that these types of
projects bring broader economic benefits to the city and downtown
businesses. That said, when making a significant investment that carries
ongoing operational costs, it’s important to ensure those costs are
clearly understood and planned for in advance.
Vice President Relos asked about the positioning of the bandshell and
Jitin Kain, Deputy Director of Public Works explained the bandshell is
proposed for the existing concrete stage area. Flooding typically occurs
in the lower grassy areas below the stage. As the design moves forward,
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any potential flooding concerns will be evaluated, including whether the
stage would need to be elevated. In the graphic, the location is the
concrete area in the center of the circle—specifically the small concrete
half-oval between the central circle and the river.
Upon a motion by David Relos for approval, seconded by Ophelia
Gooden-Rodgers, the motion carried unanimously; the Commission
approved the Budget Request as presented on March 12, 2026.
D. River East Residential Development Area
1. Budget Request (Riverwalk Improvements Seitz to Howard Phase 2)
Joseph Molnar, Assistant Director of Growth and Opportunity, stated
We are requesting that this budget item be tabled. The bids came in
slightly higher than anticipated, so we are reassessing the project and
identifying additional funding sources. This item may be returned for
consideration in approximately two weeks.
Upon a motion by Troy Warner to be tabled, seconded by David
Relosthe motion carried unanimously; the Commission tabled the
Budget Request on March 12, 2026.
6. Progress Reports
A. Tax Abatement
None
B. Common Council
None
C. Other
Joseph Molnar, Assistant Director of Growth and Opportunity, updated
Commissioners on the upcoming groundbreaking for the Monreaux project
with a completion date by the end of the year. Mr. Molnar gave an update on
the Diamond View project, and it should be completed by July 2, 2028.
Commissioner Gooden-Rodgers spoke in favor of the Rabbi Shulman
demolition. President Warner also spoke in favor of the seven (7) LIHTC
projects.
7. Next Commission Meeting
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 9:30 a.m., City Hall Council Chambers 3rd Floor
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8. Adjournment
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:35 a.m.
______________________________ ______________________________
Eli Wax, Secretary Troy Warner, President
South Bend
Redevelopment Commission
215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Room 301, South Bend, Indiana
Redevelopment Commission Agenda Item
DATE : March 26, 2026
FROM: Lidya Abreha
Project Engineer
SUBJECT: Budget Request- West Washington Mid-Block
Crossing Build
Funding Source* (circle) River West; River East; South Side; Douglas Road; West Washington; RDC General; Riv. East Res.
* Funds are subject to the City Controller's determination of availability; if funds are unavailable, as solely determined by the City Controller,
then the authorization of the expenditure of such funds shall be void and of no effect.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST:
This request is to fund a portion of the construction costs for the West Washington Mid-Block Crossing
project.
The project will build a permanent mid-block crossing on Washington Street by the Civil Rights Heritage
Center to facilitate safe pedestrian and bicycle crossings. It will follow the design concept tested in 2024
with the temporary installation at the same location. This area of Washington experiences a high volume of
pedestrian crossings, and the project will significantly improve pedestrian safety.
Staff requests that the Redevelopment Commission approve $90,000 from West Washington TIF for the
project. The remaining funds are anticipated to come from public works.
SPECIFICS:
The project will build a concrete raised crossing for pedestrians and bicyclists as well as bumpouts to
narrow the crossing distance.
______________ ___________Pres/V-Pres
ATTEST: __________ ________Secretary
Date: _____________ _______
APPROVED Not Approved
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
South Bend
Redevelopment Commission
215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Room 301, South Bend, Indiana
Redevelopment Commission Agenda Item
DATE : March 26th, 2026
FROM: Patrick Sherman
Director of Project Management
SUBJECT: Budget Request- Kennedy Park
Funding Source* (circle) River West; River East; South Side; Douglas Road; West Washington; RDC General; Riv. East Res.
* Funds are subject to the City Controller's determination of availability; if funds are unavailable, as solely determined by the City Controller,
then the authorization of the expenditure of such funds shall be void and of no effect.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST:
This budget request is for a total of $1.5M for the renovation and improvement of Kennedy Park. This
budget request will enable the City to leverage additional monies made available by DNR from the ORLP
grant to ensure the City can realize the desired scope of the project.
SPECIFICS:
The City of South Bend will renovate Kennedy Park by renovating and expanding an aquatics facility,
developing an accessible connective trail system and sidewalks within the park, replacing playground
equipment, conducting naturalized redevelopment of an existing oak grove, replacing athletic courts,
fields and amenities, installing additional exterior lighting, replacing a parking lot, and adding picnic sites
and a shelter.
The Department of Venues Parks & Arts successfully secured a competitive Outdoor Recreation Legacy
Partnership (ORLP) grant through the (DNR) in the amount of $7.5 million. The City identified the
required $7.5 million in matching funds to support the project. However, as the project advanced to its
final design phase, it became evident that the total cost to complete the entire scope would surpass the
initially available funding. When the DNR was notified that the full scope could not be carried out with
the current budget, the DNR emphasized their preference for the complete project to proceed and
offered to provide additional funding, contingent on the City's ability to secure further matching funds.
With the additional DNR funding and this TIF request, full funding will be secured for the project which
is 50% funded from sources outside of the City of South Bend.
It is requested that the Redevelopment commission approves $1,500,000 from River We st to match
additional grant funding for the Kennedy Park Renovation Project to realize the desired scope.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
______________ ___________Pres/V-Pres
ATTEST: __________ ________Secretary
Date: _____________ _______
APPROVED Not Approved
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
South Bend
Redevelopment Commission
215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Room 301, South Bend, Indiana
Redevelopment Commission Agenda Item
DATE : March 24, 2026
FROM: Erik Glavich,
Director of Growth & Opportunity
SUBJECT: Third Amendment to Development Agreement
(Great Lakes Capital Madison Lifestyle)
Funding Source* (circle) River West; River East; South Side; Douglas Road; West Washington; RDC General; Riv. East Res.
* Funds are subject to the City Controller's determination of availability; if funds are unavailable, as solely determined by the City Controller,
then the authorization of the expenditure of such funds shall be void and of no effect.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST: Third Amendment to the Development Agreement with GLC, extending the
Mutual Project Diligence period for 2 additional months
SPECIFICS: On March 28, 2024, the Redevelopment Commission approved a Development Agreement
with Great Lakes Capital for the Madison Lifestyle District. The First Amendment (August 22, 2024)
corrected an omitted parcel, and the Second Amendment (September 25, 2025) extended the Mutual
Project Diligence period from 18 to 24 months.
This Third Amendment further extends the Mutual Project Diligence period from 24 months to 26
months (to the end of May) due to circumstances requiring additional planning, coordination, and
evaluation. Having moved to the new parking lot at the location of the former South Bend Medical
Foundation building, all Beacon staff have recently vacated the project site. Design is largely complete,
and the City contractor is preparing to begin work in April.
GLC and City staff have worked closely to finalize all considerations related to this complex project of a
new parking garage, apartment building, and hotel. This 2-month extension of the Mutal Project Diligence
period allows GLC and City staff time to finalize the Notice to Commence.
______________ ___________Pres/V-Pres
ATTEST: __________ ________Secretary
Date: _____________ _______
APPROVED Not Approved
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
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THIRD AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
This THIRD AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (this “Third
Amendment”) is made and entered into to be effective as of March 26, 2026 (the “Effective Date”),
by and between the City of South Bend, Department of Redevelopment, acting by and through its
governing body, the South Bend Redevelopment Commission (the “Commission”), and Great
Lakes Capital Development, LLC, an Indiana Limited Liability Company, with offices at 7410
Aspect Drive, Suite 100, Granger, IN 46530 (the "Developer") (each, a "Party," and collectively,
the "Parties").
RECITALS
A. The Parties entered into that certain Development Agreement dated effective March
28, 2024, as amended by a First Amendment to Development Agreement dated August 22, 2024
and a Second Amendment to Development Agreement dated effective September 25, 2025
(collectively the “Development Agreement”), pertaining to certain local public improvements to
renovate, rehabilitate, and activate the Project Property.
B. Section 3.1(a) of the Development Agreement established that the Parties would
cooperate in good faith to prepare, evaluate, and agree on a planning schedule regarding various
aspects of the Project and established a Mutual Project Diligence period of twenty-four (24)
months.
C. The Parties continue to engage in Mutual Project Diligence and believe that
extending the Mutual Project Diligence period to twenty-six (26) months is necessary and in the
best interests of both Parties due to unforeseen circumstances.
D. The Parties now desire to amend the Development Agreement as set forth herein.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of these premises, and the mutual covenants and
promises contained herein and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency
of which are hereby acknowledged, the Developer and the Commission hereby agree as follows:
1. Recitals. The recitals set forth above, including each and every recital contained
therein, are incorporated into and made a part of this Third Amendment as though fully set forth
herein.
2. Amendment. The Development Agreement is hereby amended as follows:
In Section 3.1(a), the second sentence, which states:
“The Mutual Project Diligence shall be completed no later than
twenty-four (24) months from the Effective Date.”
shall be deleted in its entirety and replaced with the following:
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“The Mutual Project Diligence shall be completed no later than
twenty-six (26) months from the Effective Date.”
3. Entire Agreement; Conflict. Except as otherwise stated herein, all other terms,
conditions and agreements contained in the Development Agreement remain unmodified and in full
force and effect. To the extent a conflict exists between the terms of this Third Amendment and the
Development Agreement, the terms of this Third Amendment shall control. Capitalized terms used
in this Third Amendment will have the meanings set forth in the Development Agreement unless
otherwise stated herein.
4. Counterparts; Electronic or Facsimile Transmission. This Third Amendment
may be executed in counterparts which, when combined, shall constitute one instrument. The
electronic or facsimile transmission of a signed counterpart of this Third Amendment shall be
binding upon the party whose signature is contained on the transmitted copy.
Signature Page Follows
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Third Amendment to
Development Agreement to be effective as of the Effective Date set forth above.
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION
______________________________
Troy Warner, President
ATTEST:
______________________________
Eli Wax, Secretary
GREAT LAKES CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT LLC
______________________________
Bradley J. Toothaker, Manager
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South Bend
Redevelopment Commission
215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Room 301, South Bend, Indiana
Redevelopment Commission Agenda Item
DATE : March 26th, 2026
FROM: Patrick Sherman
Director of Project Management
SUBJECT: Budget Request- River Walk Improvements:
Seitz Park to Howard Park
Funding Source* (circle) River West; River East; South Side; Douglas Road; West Washington; RDC General; Riv. East Res.
* Funds are subject to the City Controller's determination of availability; if funds are unavailable, as solely determined by the City Controller,
then the authorization of the expenditure of such funds shall be void and of no effect.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST:
This budget request is for a total of $5.6M for the renovation and improvement of the river walk from the
newly developed Sietz Park to the City’s signature park, Howard Park.
SPECIFICS:
The river walk between Sietz Park and Howard Park is a heavily used section of wooden boardwalk that
needs to be replaced. The wood and wooden supports are deteriorating with age, and they sit on gabion
baskets along the river have been sinking over time creating an uneven trail surface. As the path
continues toward Howard Park under the Jefferson Bridge, the trail has awkward blind corners that are
not conducive to a safe and comfortable multi-use trail.
This project will replace this portion of river walk with a new 14’ wide, concrete multi-use trail, that will
be much more comfortable for users to use, and it will be supported by new piers for a long-lasting asset
for the community. The project also contains a new staircase on the north side of the bridge down to the
riverwalk from the bridge surface and replaces the concrete staircase that goes down to Howard Park on
the south side of the bridge to meet current design standards.
It is requested that the Redevelopment commission approves $4,000,000 from River East Residential TIF
and $1,600,000 from River East to cover the final design and construction of this portion of the riverwalk.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
______________ ___________Pres/V-Pres
ATTEST: __________ ________Secretary
Date: _____________ _______
APPROVED Not Approved
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
South Bend Redevelopment Commission
227 West Jefferson Boulevard, Room 1308, South Bend, Indiana
Redevelopment Commission Agenda Item
DATE : 3/23/2026
FROM: Joseph Molnar,
Deputy Director, Community Investment
SUBJECT: Third Amendment
Cascade (Wharf) Development Agreement
Funding Source* (circle) River West; River East; South Side; Douglas Road; West Washington; RDC General; Riv. East Res.
* Funds are subject to the City Controller's determination of availability; if funds are unavailable, as solely determined by the City Controller, then the
authorization of the expenditure of such funds shall be void and of no effect.
PURPOSE OF REQUEST: Third Amendment to the Development Agreement with Wharf Partners, LLC, for
completion of the Cascade development
SPECIFICS: The Redevelopment Commission (RDC) entered into a Development Agreement with Wharf Partners
LLC (the “Developer”) effective February 22, 2018, amended in 2018 and 2025. (collectively, the “Agreement”).
The Agreement provides support for a two-phase project for the complete redevelopment of the property
located just northwest of Seitz Park along the eastern bank of the St. Joseph River. Phase I was completed on
December 23, 2019, with the completion of the seven-story tower and underground parking garage. The
Developer’s commercial tenant opened a ground floor restaurant open to the public on August 15, 2024, and the
jobs created by Phase 1 are more than double the number required by the Agreement. Through Phase I, the
Developer significantly exceeded the required private investment.
After delays Seitz Park finished allowing access to the Phase II site, the Second Amendment was approved which
increased the project scope of Phase II, RDC commitment, and the private investment commitment. Since the
Second Amendment was approved in 2025, the Developer has refined the designs of the Phase II while the City
has clarified timelines and design on upcoming Colfax Ave Streetscape improvements.
During that time, cost estimates have exceeded expectations in 2025, and staff have worked with the Developer
to address the complicated scheduling of the City improvements to Colfax Ave while Phase II begins
construction. Thus the following terms are proposed.
• Increase the Funding Amount for Phase I & Phase II to $10,737,000 (up from $9,237,000)
• Increase the Private Investment Commitment to $65,000,000 (up from $63,000,000 in the Second
Amendment and $38,500,000 originally)
• Update the Local Public Improvements to clarify that a portion of the Funding Amount will be expended
during the Colfax Ave Streetscape installing water/sewer laterals
_________________________Pres/V-Pres
ATTEST: __________________Secretary
Date: ____________________
APPROVED Not Approved
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
South Bend Redevelopment Commission
227 West Jefferson Boulevard, Room 1308, South Bend, Indiana
• Update the Project Plan to clarify the Developer will complete the Colfax Ave streetscape improvements
adjacent to Phase II from the curb line to the Developer’s property
In total, the Developer is intending to expend a minimum of $40,500,000 investment into Phase II of the project,
far exceeding Phase II estimates at the time the Agreement was approved in 2018. This scale of construction will
provide further tax revenues, add increased vitality to the East Bank area and greater Downtown South Bend,
and activate a currently vacant lot.
Staff recommend approval of the Third Amendment.
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THIRD AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
This THIRD AMENDMENT TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (this “Third
Amendment”) is made and entered into to be effective as of March 26, 2026 (the “Effective
Date”), by and between the South Bend Redevelopment Commission (the “Commission”), and
Wharf Partners, LLC, an Indiana limited liability company with its registered address at P.O. Box
148, South Bend, Indiana 46624 (the “Developer”) (each a “Party,” and collectively the “Parties”).
RECITALS
A. The Commission and the Developer entered into a certain Development Agreement
dated effective February 22, 2018, as amended by a First Amendment to Development Agreement
dated December 13, 2018, and a Second Amendment to Development Agreement dated August
28, 2025 (collectively the “Development Agreement,” attached hereto as Exhibit A), pertaining to
certain Local Public Improvements (“LPI”) to renovate, rehabilitate, and activate the Developer
Property, as defined in the Development Agreement, which is located in the River East
Development Area (the “Project”).
B. The Development Agreement defined the Funding Amount to be an amount not to
exceed Nine Million Seven Hundred Thirty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($9,737,000.00) of tax
increment finance revenues to be used for paying the costs associated with the construction,
equipping, inspection, and delivery of the LPI, with a minimum Private Investment amount of not
less than Sixty-Three Million Dollars ($63,000,000) for the costs associated with completing the
improvements set forth in the Project Plan (inclusive of Phase I and Phase II , Parts 1 and 2),
including architectural, engineering, and any other costs directly related to completion of the
Project that are expected to contribute to increases in the Assessed Value of the Developer
Property.
C. As of the Effective Date of this Third Amendment, no portion of the Funding
Amount has been expended on Phase II of the Project.
D. The Parties desire to amend the Development Agreement to increase the Funding
Amount and Private Investment, and to recognize certain other changes in the Project.
E. The Commission believes that the Developer completing Phase II of the Project as
described in this Third Amendment is in the best interests of the health, safety, and welfare of the
City and its residents.
F. The Parties now desire to amend the Development Agreement as set forth herein.
AGREEMENT
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and obligations stated in the
Development Agreement and this Third Amendment, the adequacy of which is hereby
acknowledged, the Parties agree as follows:
1. Recitals. The recitals set forth above are incorporated into and made a part of this
Third Amendment as though fully set forth herein.
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2. Amendments. The Development Agreement is hereby amended as follows:
a) In Section 1.3, the text “Nine Million Seven Hundred Thirty-Seven
Thousand ($9,737,000.00)” shall be deleted and replaced with the
following: “Ten Million Seven Hundred and Thiry-Seven Thousand
($10,737,000.00).”
b) In Section 1.4, the text “Sixty-Three Million Dollars ($63,000,000.00)”
shall be deleted and replaced with the following: “Sixty-Five Million
Dollars ($65,000,000.00).”
c) The entirety of Section 5.2(b)(i) shall be deleted.
d) The entirety of Section 5.3 shall be deleted and replaced with the following:
5.3 Funding Amount Closing. Notwithstanding
anything contained herein to the contrary, once the Commission has
expended or obligated, through its own contracts or contracts
entered into on its behalf by the Board of Works serving as its agent,
at least Ten Million Six Hundred and Eighty-Seven Thousand
($10,687,000.00). The Commission will not be required to expend
any further portion of the Funding Amount or otherwise complete
any further Local Public Improvements. The Parties mutually
acknowledge and agree that, in such circumstances, the
Commission's obligation to expend the Funding Amount will be
fully satisfied and discharged without the necessity of expending the
entire sum of Ten Million Seven Hundred and Thiry-Seven
Thousand ($10,737,000.00).
e) Exhibit B (“Project Plan”) shall be replaced in its entirety with Exhibit B
attached to this Second Amendment.
f) Exhibit C (“Description of Local Public Improvements”) shall be
replaced in its entirety with Exhibit C attached to this Second Amendment.
3. Entire Agreement; Conflict. Except as otherwise stated herein, all other terms,
conditions and agreements contained in the Development Agreement remain unmodified and in
full force and effect. To the extent a conflict exists between the terms of this Third Amendment
and the Development Agreement, the terms of this Third Amendment shall control. Capitalized
terms used in this Third Amendment will have the meanings set forth in the Development
Agreement unless otherwise stated herein.
4. Counterparts; Electronic or Facsimile Transmission. This Third Amendment
may be executed in counterparts which, when combined, shall constitute one instrument. The
electronic or facsimile transmission of a signed counterpart of this Third Amendment shall be
binding upon the party whose signature is contained on the transmitted copy.
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Signature Page Follows
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Commission and Developer have executed this Third
Amendment to Development Agreement to be effective as of the date set forth above.
SOUTH BEND REDEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
___________________________________
Troy Warner, President
Attest: ___________________________________
Eli Wax, Secretary
WHARF PARTNERS LLC,
an Indiana limited liability company
___________________________________
Thomas Panzica, Member
EXHIBIT A
Development Agreement, as amended
EXHIBIT B
Project Plan
The Developer will complete the following work in accordance with the terms and
conditions of this Agreement and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations:
Phase I
Construct a single building consisting, at a minimum, of the following:
• Seven (7) stories with thirteen (13) housing units;
• Commercial and multi-family space of no less than a combined seven thousand
seven hundred (7,700) square feet; and
• A private underground parking garage.
Phase II
Construct a single building consisting, at a minimum, of the following:
• Seven (7) stories with twenty (20) housing units; and
• Commercial space of no less than a combined ten thousand (10,000) square feet;
• One of the following:
(A) one (1) additional story with either four (4) additional housing units; or
(B) one (1) additional story of commercial space; or
(C) multi-family space totaling no less than ten thousand (10,000) square
feet; and
• A private underground parking garage.
• Developer will require occupying portions of City’s right-of-way within the
City’s planned work including the sidewalk and landscaping area behind the
curb. The City will not be able to complete that work in this area as normally
scheduled to ensure safety and site control during Cascade Phase II
construction. The City will be able to install the curb, inlets and sewer laterals on
the south side of Colfax, adjacent to the Cascades development, during the
construction of the Colfax Ave Streetscape project.
• Developer is responsible for completing the Colfax Ave Streetscape work
adjacent to the project site from behind the curb to the property line. The
contractor is required to attain a maintenance bond for this work. Developer is
required to complete the work to City standards and to the specifications and
plans outlined in the City’s project.
EXHIBIT C
Description of Local Public Improvements
The Commission will complete, or cause to be completed, the following work in
accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement and in compliance with all applicable
laws and regulations:
Phase I
Site preparation, infrastructure elements, and/or other improvements to the Developer
Property necessary for the Developer's completion of Phase I the Project, to be further
specified by the Developer as soon as reasonably practicable.
Phase II
Site preparation, infrastructure elements, construction materials, and/or other exterior
improvements to the Developer Property necessary for the Developer's completion of
Phase II the Project, to be further specified by the Developer, and approved by the
Commission, as soon as reasonably practicable.
The Commission will perform the work of installing the water services and sewer laterals
needed for Cascade Phase II during the construction of the Colfax Ave Streetscape project
with the associated costs as determined by the Commission being paid for through the
Funding Amount.
It is understood between the Parties that the Commission will contribute an amount not to
exceed the Funding Amount specified in Section 1.3 (Funding Amount) of this Agreement
for the Local Public Improvements. The Developer shall have the sole responsibility to
fund any and all costs associated with Local Public Improvements which exceeds this
amount. Any and all costs associated with improvements not explicitly described above
and not approved pursuant to Section 4.10 (Specifications for Local Public Improvements)
or that require funding above the Funding Amount are the sole responsibility of the
Developer.
South Bend
Redevelopment Commission
215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd., Room 301, South Bend, Indiana
TO: South Bend Redevelopment Commission
FROM: Kyle Willis, Controller, City of South Bend
DATE: March 24, 2026
RE: Annual Fiscal Report (IC 36-7-14-8)
2025 Fiscal Report
A. Overview
Under Indiana Code (IC) 36-7-14-8(b), the treasurer1 of the South Bend Redevelopment
Commission (the “Commission”) must submit an annual report to the Commission. This report
provides an overview of the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) activity for fiscal year 2025, including
revenues and expenses, as well as 2026 anticipated property tax increment revenues for each
allocation area.
B. 2025 Revenue
For all allocation areas (TIF districts), incremental property tax revenue decreased $601,305
(down 1.5%) in 2025 compared to 2024. Despite the decrease in revenues from 2024, the
combined incremental property tax revenue for all TIF districts in 2025 was 9.9% higher than
revenue in 2023 ($36.72 million). The table also provides projected 2026 revenues, which is
estimated to be a 2% increase over 2025 revenues.
TIF District FY26 Projected FY25 Actuals FY24 Actuals YoY
Change
River West TIF District $ 20,815,353 $ 20,605,180 $ 20,520,362 0.4%
West Washington TIF District 526,593 521,276 610,117 -14.6%
River East 1 (Northeast) TIF
District 8,208,637 8,125,754 8,221,833 -1.2%
Southside TIF District #1 3,476,691 3,441,587 3,445,271 -0.1%
Douglas Road TIF District 281,544 278,701 346,093 -19.5%
River East 2 (Northeast
Residential) TIF District 7,443,645 7,368,486 7,798,613 -5.5%
Total Property Tax Revenue $ 40,752,462 $ 40,340,984 $ 40,942,289 -1.5%
1 Per IC 36-7-14-8(b), the “treasurer” of the Commission is defined as the “fiscal officer of the unit establishing a
redevelopment commission.” The Controller is the “fiscal officer” for the City of South Bend.
South Bend Redevelopment Commission
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C. 2025 Expenses
The table below summarizes total expenditures in 2025 for each TIF district with a net decrease
of approximately $22.68 million (down 37.4%) in comparison to 2024. Infrastructure
improvements (e.g., sewers, streets, etc.) accounted for $4.35 million, while public and private
building improvements had total expenditures exceeding $7.07 million. Debt service accounted
for $12.71 million (see Section D). Expenditures in 2025 also included $2.11 million in
demolition and clearance services and $951,600 for legal and other professional service costs.
Projects supported by TIF projects include the Martin Luther King Jr. Dream Center ($1.02
million), City Hall ($735,000), Seitz Park ($849,000), 466 Works affordable housing project
($1.28 million), and Intend Indiana in-fill housing project ($1.25 million).
TIF District FY25 Actuals FY24 Actuals
YoY
Change
River West TIF District $ 21,874,783 $ 39,245,605 -44.3%
West Washington TIF District 174,380 1,208,357 -85.6%
River East 1 (Northeast) TIF District 7,622,273 5,176,736 47.2%
Southside TIF District #1 3,010,998 8,034,036 -62.5%
Douglas Road TIF District 348,434 0
River East 2 (Northeast Residential) TIF District 4,945,322 6,992,824 -29.3%
Total Expenditure $ 37,976,190 $ 60,657,558 -37.4%
D. Debt Service
TIF District FY25 Debt Service Payments FY24 Debt Service Payments
River West TIF District $ 6,972,444 $ 8,195,425
River East 1 (Northeast) TIF District 1,194,930 784,200
River East 2 (Northeast Residential)
TIF District 4,546,017 4,554,889
Total Debt Service $ 12,713,391 $ 13,534,514
E. Year-End Fund Balance
TIF District FY25 Actuals FY24 Actuals YoY Change
River West TIF District $ 36,524,968 $ 28,107,758 29.9%
West Washington TIF District 1,755,986 1,346,604 30.4%
River East 1 (Northeast) TIF District 22,251,787 21,696,392 2.6%
Southside TIF District #1 9,401,229 8,620,393 9.1%
Douglas Road TIF District 951,912 980,537 -2.9%
River East 2 (Northeast Residential) TIF District 12,976,450 10,131,628 28.1%
Total Fund Year-End Balances $ 83,862,332 $ 70,883,312 18.3%
_______________________________________ ____________________
Kyle Willis, Controller Date
3.24.26