Innovation Connector Receives Prestigious Soft Landings Designation
Since its beginning in 2003, the Innovation Connector (IC) has been a cornerstone of business support in East Central Indiana. Over the years, the IC has evolved into a thriving…
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Community Spotlight: Pappies Smokehouse & Lunchbox
Nestled in Gas City, Indiana, Pappies Smokehouse & Lunchbox has been a culinary treasure for locals and visitors alike since opening in 2016. In 2018, the original owners sold the…
Third Quarterly Board Meeting of 2024
The third quarterly board meeting of the 2024 year will be held Tuesday, August 13th at 3 p.m. at the Innovation Connector. Our board meetings are open to the public. …
HOYT AVENUE PHASE II ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT COMPLETED
HOYT AVENUE PHASE II ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT COMPLETED 1400 Block South Hoyt Avenue, Muncie, Indiana 47302 Muncie, Indiana – July 17, 2024: The East Central Indiana Regional Planning District (ECIRPD)…
Jay County Partnership
Prior to October 2022, Jay County was absent from the ECI Regional Planning District for several years. However, the county was reintegrated that fall after ECIRPD and the Jay County…
Community Spotlight: Hartford City Public Library
The Hartford City Public Library is a vital community resource. This historic institution has grown and evolved, serving as an education, culture, and community engagement hub. With its extensive collection…
Safe Streets Ahead: ECI Regional Planning District’s SS4A Initiative for Local Counties
The ECI Regional Planning District has been awarded $400,000 through the Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program, benefiting Delaware, Grant, Blackford, and Jay Counties. Notably, 47% of…
Community Spotlight: Greazy Pickle
Tucked away in the heart of Portland, Indiana you will find the Greazy Pickle. This cozy dining spot offers delicious American fare at wallet-friendly prices. It’s clean, well-maintained, family-friendly, and…
ECIRPD’S Second Board Meeting of 2024 Recap
The ECI Regional Planning District convened for its second board meeting of 2024 on Tuesday, May 21st, to address organizational changes, upcoming plans, and more. The meeting started with a…
Encouraging Community Education: Understanding Lead Exposure
In 2020, the Delaware County Redevelopment Commission hired Mundell & Associates, Inc. to conduct an environmental investigation of the South Muncie Industria Center, a historically industrial area with concerned residents.…