The Old East Village BIA secured funding in January 2002 and staffed an office to support the development and implementation of the revitalization plan.  While the following is not intended to be an extensive list, it gives a sense of some of the major accomplishments that the BIA has realized through the Job Creation Partnership.

• developed an excellent web site, (www.oldeastvillage.com) which gives detailed information on the study process, goals, accomplishments and future steps.  It also provides a support mechanism for prospective investors in the City and provides an information vehicle for the larger community.
• successfully applied to the City of London Affordable Housing Initiative for $150,000 to begin a convert to rent housing initiative on the corridor.
• developed and supported a community committee to develop the convert to rent affordable housing model
• developed a partnership with the London Police Services and the City of London to create and implement a comprehensive crime prevention program
• successfully applied to the Department of Justice Business Action for Crime Prevention Program for 2 years of funding at $63,000 per year
• developed a partnership with the City of London By-Law Enforcement to create a proactive and reactive enforcement program
• worked with the City of London to begin the process of Heritage District Designation for the Old East Village neighbourhood
• supported the formation of the Old East Village Community Association
• presented the Revitalization Plan to the Board of Control for adoption by the City of London
• requested and was assigned a senior city staff person to work with the BIA to implement the plan
• initiated discussions with the London Homelessness Coalition regarding after hours and weekend support for clients who access services on the corridor.