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Come May 5, 2009 and once again the Annual Historic Downtown Cleveland Luncheon Forum takes place at the Windows on the River. Temperatures would have have warmed significantly but then that will not deter the forum to concentrate on Creating a Unique Neighborhood Downtown.

Windows on the River, the premier venue located in the historic Powerhouse at Nautica will take care of all creature comforts. Beautifully prepared gourmet foods in exquisite and comfortable atmosphere will dispel all thoughts of the weather – inclement or otherwise. It is sure to be an enjoyable time with Cleveland’s dazzling views of unique signature bridges and sparkling skyline at hand.

This year’s key speaker will be Daniel Iacofano, who is the co-editor of “The Inclusive City” and internationally recognized as an innovator in strategic planning, urban planning, transportation planning, public participation and outreach.

The Historic Gateway Neighborhood is a non-profit local development corporation in downtown Cleveland. Established in 1992, it aims to acknowledge the potential that exists around the downtown neighborhood complex. The purpose is to respond with a unified approach to promote mixed used adaptive rehabilitation while respecting the architectural heritage of downtown Cleveland.

Redevelopment projects are to be in line with the planned approach. The Historic Gateway Neighborhood includes the area between Public Square and Playhouse Square, Superior and the Innerbelt. Over the past several years the neighborhood has been a leader of downtown Cleveland’s renewal and emergence as a place to live, visit, and enjoy entertainment. Bon Appetit – if I may add!