Critics vindicated by Carmel cash woes
A budget shortfall at Carmel Utilities has led to a deficit in the city’s general fund—a problem critics of Mayor Jim Brainard have been warning about for months.
Lindsey Erdody
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Dancing Donut, Flying Cupcake merging in new Fishers bakery
Kate Drury, owner of the two businesses is combining both at a new store–possibly to be called The Flying Cupcake & Donut–in the Fishers Marketplace at 13180 Market Square Drive.
Carmel council approves $60M development on Rangeline
The project will include six three- to four-story structures surrounding a central plaza with a restaurant and a 449-space underground parking garage.
Two more hotels proposed for Hamilton County
With a Hampton Inn in Westfield and a Hyatt Place in Carmel, developers continue to step up to meet a recent rise in lodging demand.
Hamilton County blazes trail with court e-filing system
This summer, Hamilton was the first Indiana county to begin electronic filing of court cases. All counties are preparing for the transition, which will cost the state $5 million annually.
Inside Grand Park’s soccer arena: soon to be a ‘hub’ for activity
The $25 million indoor soccer facility at Grand Park in Westfield is on track to open in July—but North of 96th got an early peek.
Businesses form alliance in response to S.R. 37 project
Businesses along the State Road 37 corridor are forming a group to gather information about a proposed $124 million highway-redesign project and create a unified voice.
Hamilton County considering $124M State Road 37 redesign
Traffic signal intersections along a portion of State Road 37 in Hamilton County could be converted into roundabout-overpasses under a $124 million proposal expected to be released Dec. 10.
Roundup: Boone County jail to become distillery, Deer Creek Brewery opens in Noblesville
The old Boone County Jail in Lebanon could be serving food and drinks by early 2016.
Fishers accepting offers on another downtown parcel
The Fishers Redevelopment Commission is accepting bids on a 0.62-acre parcel at 3 Municipal Drive until Dec. 11. The property sits to the south of the Fishers City Court building and is being used for construction staging.
Hamilton County officials leery of new homes with lower price points
If homes don’t have a high enough price tag, a municipality could end up losing money. That’s because, under the state’s property tax caps, lower assessed values might not generate enough tax to cover the cost of city services.
Huntington Bank could replace former Walgreens building on Rangeline Road
Columbus, Ohio-based Huntington National Bank has filed plans to construct a 3,180-square-foot brick building on the 2-acre property at 1215 S. Rangeline Road.
Westfield mayor wants to build civic center, increase taxes
In his state of the city speech, Mayor Andy Cook said he has “wild ideas” for a center that could house government offices, a library or a health center. He also says residents may need to pay $10 to $20 per month more in taxes to fund public safety.
Fishers aims to revitalize aging Allisonville Road corridor
City officials say they recognize the need to revitalize Allisonville Road, and the area is a priority as the city creates a framework for the future through its comprehensive plan, which looks as far ahead as 2040.
Councilors question Carmel attorney’s 2-week paid leave, then hefty raise
After going on paid administrative leave this fall, Carmel City Attorney Doug Haney received a 23 percent raise that will take effect in 2016.
Village of West Clay developer pushing for more residential units, less commercial space
The developer of the Village of West Clay is nixing plans for future commercial growth, saying it’s “unfeasible” to wait for more office and retail possibilities.
Kentucky firm proposes $5M senior living facility in Fishers
The community would take shape on 9 acres near the southwest corner of Allisonville Road and 146th Street.
INDOT set to add lanes to I-69 through Fishers, Noblesville
The Indiana Department of Transportation has selected Columbus-based Milestone Contractors and Indianapolis-based United Consulting Engineers and Architects for an $85 million project to widen the busy interstate through much of Hamilton County.
Hotels, retailers expected to follow Ikea to Fishers
Hundreds of acres of undeveloped land surround the 35-acre site the popular Swedish home furnishing company selected—land now ripe for new projects. And in other communities, hotels, restaurants, retailers and even tech companies have followed Ikea stores.
Fishers will waive more than $1.6M in fees for Ikea
The economic development agreement between the city and the Swedish home furnishing company requires the city to cover the costs for road, park, bridge, permitting, development and sewer impact fees. The total savings for Ikea is estimated to be $1.66 million.