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Memorial <br />Health .System, Inc. <br />October 30, 1998 <br />Mr. J. Edward Talley <br />Acting Director <br />Historic Preservation Commission <br />Room 1123, County -City Building <br />South Bend, IN 46601 <br />NO <br />Dear Ed: i <br />I received your letter dated October 9, 1998, in our office on October 29 regarding the house on <br />the southeast corner of Lafayette and Bartlett. <br />We have a serious demand for parking. Presently, the visiting parkers are spilling over into the <br />surrounding neighborhoods, thereby causing congestion and taking away space in front of homes. <br />Consequently, we look to all areas which provide parking for us on campus. That corner, obviously, fits <br />the criteria. <br />Approximately two years ago I notified the Park Avenue Neighborhood Association, the Near <br />Northwest Neighborhood Association, Southhold and Mr. John Oxian that Memorial would construct a <br />foundation and move the building to any site designated within the historical districts. John and I had <br />several conversations. <br />No site was identified by any party. We even looked at moving it into Leeper Park and turning <br />over ownership to one of the organizations just as we have done on 13 .other structures over the past eight <br />years. That was not acceptable to the Park Board. As a consequence, we made everyone aware that after <br />two years we needed to move forward. Parking was even more critical then earlier due to the increased <br />demand for health care services on the campus. We have, contracted with a company to remove asbestos <br />and begin demolition. We simply couldn't wait any longer. <br />Thank you for your interest. We look forward to exploring other opportunities with you in the <br />future. <br />TJF/bc <br />cc: John Oxian <br />Sincerely,,. <br />Theodore J. Foti <br />Senior Vice President <br />707 North Michigan Street a Suite 100 <br />South Bend, Indiana 46601-9986 <br />219/284-7200 <br />printed on recycled paper <br />