The Culver Town Council has finalized contracts with the Troyer Group for engineering services on three of the town’s Stellar Community projects.
Lieutenant Governor Discusses Regional Approach to Stellar Communities Program
The State of Indiana hopes to encourage collaboration with this year’s round of Stellar Community designations. Each year since 2011, the program has designated two cities or towns as Stellar Communities, making them eligible for millions of dollars in seed money from the state and federal government, to improve quality of life. This year, the state’s taking a slightly different approach, picking two regions, instead.
Culver School Board May Consider Change to Cavalier Sports Park Funding Mechanism
A technical change is being considered for Culver’s proposed Cavalier Sports Park. The project would upgrade a piece of property owned by the Culver Community Schools Corporation that’s currently used for youth soccer fields, as one of the town’s Stellar Communities projects. Planned improvements include restrooms, a concession stand, a walking trail, and more parking.
Marshall County Crossroads Named Stellar Communities Finalist
Marshall County has been named a finalist in the 2018 Stellar Communities Program. Marshall County Crossroads – a cooperative effort involving Argos, Bremen, Bourbon, Culver, LaPaz, and Plymouth, as well as the county itself – is one of six regions in the running for this year’s Stellar designation. The Stellar Communities Program offers resources and planning help for grant applications and project development.
Culver Town Council President Assists County with Stellar Letter of Intent
Culver Town Council President Ginny Bess Munroe told the town council members last week that she had the chance to help county officials with a letter of intent to seek Stellar status.
State Funding Available to Help Communities Improve Gathering Spaces
Local communities can apply for state funding to make better gathering spaces. The state’s launching a third round of Place Based Investment Funds.
Bremen Added to Hometown Collaboration Initiative
The Town of Bremen has been added to Indiana’s Hometown Collaboration Initiative. It’s designed to help communities of 25,000 or fewer people develop local leaders, promote small businesses, and enhance their natural and physical assets. Continue reading
Culver Narrows List of Beach Lodge Upgrades
The Culver Town Council has narrowed down the list of planned upgrades for the town’s Beach Lodge. A number of potential options were presented to the council last month, including the addition of an amphitheater adjacent to the building. Continue reading
Culver Beach Lodge Renovation Plans Presented
Planned upgrades to the Culver Beach Lodge were explained to residents during Tuesday’s town council meeting. A public hearing was held on the plan, which was paid for in part by grant funding from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs. Continue reading
Stellar Designation May Be Needed to Fund Culver Affordable Housing Project
The Town of Culver’s plans to add affordable housing may depend on its ability to get a Stellar Communities designation. That’s according to a report compiled on the project by the Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority. Continue reading
Culver Anticipates Stellar Communities Announcement
The Town of Culver is waiting in anticipation for the announcement of the winner of this year’s Stellar Communities designation.
State Grants Available for Quality of Place Initiatives
Cities and towns throughout Indiana are urged to apply for Place Based Investment Funds. The grants from the state Office of Community and Rural Affairs and Indiana Office of Tourism Development support projects focused on furthering quality of place initiatives. Continue reading
Starke and Pulaski Counties Partner for Workforce Training Program
Starke and Pulaski Counties are working together to expand adult workforce training. Continue reading
Argos Site Designated as Shovel Ready
A site in the Argos is among the latest being marketed by the state as “shovel ready.” That’s a designation from the Office of Community and Rural Affairs that indicates sites are prepped and ready for economic development and investment activities. State officials have determined the Argos 17th Road Industrial Site has a clear title, established price, support from local government officials and utilities available. Continue reading
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