Myla Eldridge elected Marion County Democratic Party chair
Eldridge, vice chair of the Indiana Democratic Party, is now the first Black chair of the Marion County Democratic Party after a landslide victory against three other candidates.
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Eldridge, three others vying for Marion County Democratic chair
Marion County Clerk Myla Eldridge will be running against Ashley Greene-Hogue, Karla Nowlin and Rosemary Turentine during Tuesday evening’s caucus for the new Marion County Democratic Party chair.
Proposed Monon 30 projects receive TIF approval, $15M in incentives
The Monon 32 and the Domino, two projects in the 14.5-acre Monon 30 project, have received approval for their own respective tax increment financing districts and millions of dollars in bonds.
Study finds increasing rents, shrinking vacancy in Marion County rental units
The report released Monday from the Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana found a competitive housing market that benefits investors and corporations while causing troubles for lower-income renters, families and renters of color.
Combination of factors leaves staff shortages in city government
A pandemic hiring freeze, an early retirement program, and a nationwide desire for higher wages have left some city departments struggling for workers.
What’s next for Indy Mayor Joe Hogsett? Will he seek a third term?
Recent developments, including the prospect of a contested Democratic primary for mayor, could prompt Hogsett to announce his decision sooner rather than later.
Democratic legislator Robin Shackleford considering run for Indy mayor
Shackleford’s candidacy would set up a potential Democratic primary battle with Mayor Joe Hogsett, who has yet to disclose his future political plans.
City breaks ground on $6.8M Old Southside infrastructure project
The South Meridian Street corridor will receive a multi-use path, upgraded traffic signals for cyclists and cars, improvements to stormwater infrastructure and raised crosswalks.
Environmental group opposes wastewater plant
The Hoosier Environmental Council is now supporting the West Indianapolis Neighborhood Congress in its fight against the wastewater treatment facility the Ben Davis Conservancy District wants to build at 900 S. Tibbs Ave.
Hogsett defends job done by Bell as Marion County Democratic Party chair
Hogsett said Wednesday that Kate Sweeney Bell, who resigned this week, was “unfairly singled out for doing what county chairs have done for 50 years.” But Rep. Robin Shackleford, a leader who pushed for Bell’s resignation, said the criticism was justified.
Indianapolis Animal Care getting $3M grant to help build new facility
The Indianapolis Animal Care Services project previously received an $18 million commitment from the city’s Circle City Forward initiative.
UPDATE: Some Marion County Democrats call for Black party chair following Bell’s resignation
Concerned Clergy of Indianapolis, National Action Network of Indiana and the Baptist Ministers Alliance called for the change and questioned why Kate Sweeney Bell’s departure as party chair didn’t come sooner.
Hogsett names DPW head Dan Parker new chief of staff
Parker, a longtime political consultant before taking over the Department of Public Works, will succeed Taylor Schaffer in the mayor’s office starting Monday.
Charitable distribution proposal gets little support at public meeting
Only one individual testified in favor of Indianapolis City-County Council Proposal 256, which would require those giving food to 10 or more people in a public place to register with the Office of Public Health and Safety or face a potential fine.
IndyGo says the Blue Line’s price tag will be at least $300M more than expected
IndyGo is also considering whether to move the western-most segment of the Blue Line off Washington Street and onto Interstate 70, a move that would save money and appease lawmakers who have been critical of adding dedicated bus lanes to Washington Street.
IUPUI realignment could bring big benefits to Indy businesses and economy
Local business and tech-industry leaders say they see the effort as a chance to increase the pipeline of qualified employees who can work at local companies.
$188 million Purple Line moving toward 2024 completion
But there’s still a lot of work to do. Building of passenger stations has yet to begin; all progress so far has laid the groundwork for future construction.
How will Hogsett’s clinician-led emergency response team deal with danger?
Mayor Joe Hogsett is proposing $2 million to launch a clinician-led response team to deal with mental health emergencies, but some are concerned about having mental health professionals respond to emergencies without police in tow.
IndyGo receives $33M federal grant for East Campus garage
The funding is part of a $1.6 billion U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration effort supporting cleaner buses. IndyGo was one of just nine agencies nationally chosen to receive more than $30 million from the program.
Study plots potential impact of Fresh Market planned by Cook Medical plant
The Indy Fresh Market, located at 38th Street and Sheridan Avenue, is expected to bring food, jobs and millions of dollars in investment to the Arlington Woods neighborhood, which is classified as a food desert.