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ECIRPD to Present at National Brownfield Conference in Chicago

The East Central Indiana Regional Planning District (ECIRPD) is honored to announce that we have been invited to participate in the National Brownfield Conference, taking place in Chicago from August…

1 day ago

Community Crossing Matching Grant Program: Funding for East Central Indiana Communities

The Community Crossings Matching Grant Program (CCMG), established in 2016, provides vital funding to Indiana cities, towns, and counties for local road and bridge improvements. In partnership with INDOT, this…

1 week ago

ECIRPD’s Role in Foreign Investment and SelectUSA 2025

This month, the Delaware County Commissioners renewed their contract with the ECI Regional Planning District (ECIRPD) for International Economic Development. This continued partnership reflects the vital role ECIRPD plays in…

2 weeks ago

ECIRPD’s Back to School Golf Outing Fundraiser 2025

The East Central Indiana Regional Planning District (ECIRPD) is excited to host the Back to School Golf Outing Fundraiser 2025! Join us on May 9th, 2025, at the Portland Golf…

2 weeks ago

Industry Cluster Analysis Update: March 2025

The East Central Indiana Regional Planning District (ECIRPD) continues to refine economic development strategies to ensure sustainable growth across Delaware, Blackford, Grant, and Jay counties. As part of the Comprehensive…

3 weeks ago

Enhancing Your Community’s Digital Presence: IN My Community – Delaware County Rural Initiative

The ECI Regional Planning District encourages local leaders, elected officials, and community stakeholders to attend an exciting upcoming event: the IN My Community – Delaware County Indiana Rural Initiative. This…

4 weeks ago

Vi-Technik Unveils New North American Headquarters in Muncie, Indiana

MUNCIE, Ind.—Vi-Technik held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open its new North American headquarters in Muncie, Indiana. The company, based in San Vito al Tagliamento, Italy, specializes in rubber, plastic,…

4 weeks ago

ECIRPD First Quarterly Meeting of 2025 Now Available Online

The East Central Indiana Regional Planning District (ECIRPD) is committed to transparency and accessibility. Starting this year, all ECIRPD Board Meetings will be recorded and made available online. We are…

2 months ago

Meet Darlesia Lee: ECIRPD Assistant Director of Regional Economic Development & Planning

The ECI Regional Planning District is excited to introduce Darlesia Lee, the new Assistant Director of Regional Economic Development & Planning. A Jay County resident, Darlesia values the small-town…

3 months ago

Community Spotlight: Richards Restaurant

Richards Restaurants has been a Hoosier favorite since 1967, founded by Don Strong in Bluffton, Indiana. Don’s journey began with The Snug diner and The Embers in Portland, where his…