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~~- (-~ SOUTH @ - ~ ~ 'O~ •.\`1i it ;lfi ~'~O y~~~.e;~Fi of Community & Economic Development rr~~ 1200 County-City Building, 227 West Jefferson, South Bend, Indiana 46601-1830 Phone 574/235-9371 Fax 574/235-9021 To: Redevelopment Commission From: Jennifer Laurent Subject: Jon Hunt Plaza Repairs Date: April 14, 2009 The Commission has received a request which describes needed repairs and maintenance to the park grounds and fountain at Jon Hunt Plaza, directly in front of the Morris Performing Arts Center. The Plaza is owned by the Commission and is managed by Dennis Andres, director of the Mon-is and Palais, as a highly programmed space during summer months. It is a popular venue for DTSB sponsored public events as well as receptions and gatherings hosted by the Palais. Dennis has provided an in depth explanation for the needed work, and how doing so will save on operating expenses in the future, as the leaks and lack of a debris catching feature add substantially to the ongoing costs of servicing the fountain. In addition, Dennis has requested funds to complete the replacement of hazardous deteriorating brick with stamped concrete on the Plaza walkway ti•onting Michigan Street. TIF funds have been used in the past for maintenance and upgrades to Jon Hunt Plaza, as we see it is a vital public space for downtown gatherings. As property owners, we want to be sure it is safe and appealing. Staff recommends the Commission's approval of the following items: Fountain -repair for leaks $8,400.00 Fountain -Stainless steel panels installed as a moat debris catcher $14,867.00 Continuation of walkway -- $7,985.00 Total $31, 252 I ask for your approval of this project, which will be governed through the Board of Works, with a not to exceed amount including a 10% contingency of $34,377.00. To Commission re Jon Hunt repairs.doc What We Do Today Makes A DHference!