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NEIGHBORHOOD RESTORATION PLANWeed & Seed ProgramSouth Bend, IndianaPage 38Strategies and ProjectsStrategies and ProjectsBuilding upon the goals defined by neighborhood stakeholders, the following strategies and projects are intended to bring about positive change in the neighborhoods. These projects are described in detail on the following pages and are complete with cost estimates and implementation responsibilities.Goal #1: Infrastructure Restoration Goal #1: Infrastructure Restoration Strategy 1: Improve Neighborhood Function & Appearance1) Curb, Gutter & Sidewalk Replacement Program2) Clean & Enhance Railroad Rights-of-Way3) Clear the Brush Program4) Alley Reclamation Initiative5) Identity Street Character TreatmentsStrategy 2: Improve Park Resources1) LaSalle Park Renovations2) Pulaski Park RenovationsStrategy 3: Implement Special Development Initiatives1) Western Avenue Initiatives2) Green Market Initiatives3) Community GardensGoal #2: Housing RestorationGoal #2: Housing RestorationStrategy 1: Increase Owner-Occupied Housing1) New Housing InitiativeSTRATEGIES AND PROJECTSSTRATEGIES AND PROJECTSSTRATEGIES AND PROJECTS2) Soil Testing Initiative3) Tear Down Small & Rebuild Large4) Parking Relief5) Utilize Existing Programs & ResourcesStrategy 2: Reduce & Improve Rental Housing1) Tenant Education Program2) Landlord Maintenance Program3) Rental Unit Reduction ProgramGoal #3: Neighborhood Organization Goal #3: Neighborhood Organization Strategy 1: Deal with Problem Properties 1) Problem House ConversionStrategy 2: Increase Community Involvement 1) Strengthen Neighborhood Organizations 2) Block Club Heraldry Program Goal #4: Supportive Communication Goal #4: Supportive Communication Strategy 1: Improve Inter-Neighborhood Communication1) Weed & Seed Implementation Kick-Off Event 2) Neighborhood Newsletter Strategy 2: Engage in Strategic Marketing Activities1) Weed & Seed Publicity Initiative2) Market the Neighborhood3) Success Stories Initiative