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Road sign that says economic growth

Request for Statement of Qualifications to Develop CEDS

The Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded East Central Indiana Regional Planning District (ECIRPD) a grant to create a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) by formulating goals and enacting strategies to…
Affordable Connectivity Program for ECI

Affordable Connectivity Program Flyer

The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) offered by the FCC is designed to address the digital divide by providing support to families and households who struggle to afford internet services. Through…
$1,500 Walmart Grant in Albany, Indiana spent on art for the new splash pad

Albany Walmart Art Grant Update

East Central Indiana Regional Planning District received a $1,500 Walmart Grant in Albany, Indiana, in order to create public art features. NOW Art facilitated this community mural program alongside Walmart…
ECIRPD presenting check to Heart & Hands United

ECIRPD Presents Check to Hearts & Hands United

ECI Regional Planning District recently presented a check for $3,000 to Hearts & Hands United— a nonprofit organization committed to providing essential resources to underserved communities. The funds will go…
Michelle Badders

Employee Spotlight: Michelle Badders

Michelle Badders is our Administrative Assistant at ECI Regional Planning District. She is married to her husband, Kevin, and they have four boys together. Michelle’s oldest son, Cody, is a…