How to do a "Center Cut" version?

I have a motion picture that was shot in 16:9 aspect ratio. Now I have to deliver a "center cut" version of the movie in 4:3 for television release.
What is the best way to resize?
The movie was shot in HDV, 720p, 720x480
Many, many thanks in advance!

I have a center cut matte shape that was sent to me from a QC department a while back. I'd have to search for it but if you like I could pass it along. Just drop it over your video and check to be sure that nothing important leaves frame. If it does you just keyframe the picture back in frame.
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