Home » Boards and Commissions » Economic Development Commission Economic Development Commission The South Bend Economic Development Commission promotes and supports quality economic development by improving the well-being of the community through efforts that encourage job creation, job retention, tax base enhancements, and a better quality of life for residents through the issuance of bonds and other actions. The Economic Development Commission meets whenever deemed necessary. Board members: Renata Matousova Cecilia Monterrosa Fred Teague Rafael Morton Karen White Board files like meeting minutes, agendas, etc.