Hogsett’s budget plan passes with wide support despite underfunding concerns
Despite the overwhelming council support, many Republicans expressed concerns about the possibility that the budget is underfunded.
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Lawrence utility bond rating increases after years of struggle
Ratings agency Standard and Poor’s recently upgraded the rating on the city of Lawrence’s waterworks utility revenue and refunding debt—a move officials say could eventually save taxpayers money.
Council approves new left-turn restrictions in advance of Red Line
The Indianapolis City-County Council on Monday night approved a plan to limit left turns at dozens of intersections on Meridian Street and College Avenue in preparation for the impending Red Line bus rapid-transit project.
Indy agrees to deal with Carmel to approve 96th Street roundabouts
The Carmel City Council still has to approve the agreement, which would allow the suburb to continue its plan to construct roundabouts along 96th Street at three intersections.
Downtown’s Pan Am Plaza building hits market
At 138,800 square feet, it’s downtown’s 19th-largest office complex. But the building played a major role in the city’s efforts in becoming a sports town worthy of hosting a Super Bowl.
Hiring of police officer in Southport raises nepotism concerns
An Indianapolis-area police department's decision to hire the police chief's son has raised concerns about nepotism.
New housing options for homeless foster stability
A 38-unit downtown apartment building for the chronically homeless that opened in January 2016 is Indianapolis’ first project to employ a so-called “housing first” model.
Carmel might clamp down on galas at Lucas estate, other swanky residences
Carmel officials are cracking down on parties that neighbors say are creating too much noise and traffic. In the city’s crosshairs right now: Forrest and Charlotte Lucas.
11 things you might not know about the Red Line and other transit changes
IndyGo is revving the engines on its much-anticipated Red Line, with the bidding process under way and construction set to begin in January on the first 13.1 miles of the bus rapid-transit line.
Council to vote on spending $14M for roads, bridges, streetlights
The spending is possible due to the state’s decision to raise the gas tax this year and its decision last year to return county option income tax revenue to cities.
Land bank adds commercial properties
City officials are turning to the not-for-profit Renew Indianapolis to market and sell industrial sites, adding to its responsibilities reaching far beyond residential properties and vacant lots.
Westfield purchases Grand Park soccer complex
The city of Westfield has quietly purchased the Grand Park Events Center from South Bend developer Holladay Properties, but the action remained largely unnoticed.
Carmel City Council approves more funding for holiday market
The council transferred half the money from its own budget instead of from the police department’s budget, as had been originally proposed.
Indianapolis, Carmel reach deal in 96th Street roundabout dispute
The deal has to be approved by both the Indianapolis City-County Council and the Carmel City Council before Carmel begins construction on the contested intersections.
Hogsett’s ‘structurally balanced budget’ sparks debate
Mayor Joe Hogsett’s budget team has been touting the proposed 2018 city budget as the “first balanced budget with sustainable funding sources since 2008.”
Indianapolis, IPL ink $12M contract to update 27,000 streetlights
The city said it will use the savings from the more energy-efficient lights to add another 4,000 streetlamps.
EDITORIAL: Approve mayor’s balanced budget
Mayor Joe Hogsett has proposed a city budget for 2018 that includes a tiny, projected surplus. It’s another step on a road to the fiscal stability Indianapolis needs to continue growing and thriving.
Proposed Carmel hotel raises questions about risk, private sector
Hotels in Carmel could soon have an unexpected competitor—the city itself.
City to steer $500K into grocery development in low-income areas
The Hogsett administration plans to use federal grant funding to stimulate the development of one or more grocery stores and help eliminate food deserts.
City-County Council passes $13 minimum wage proposal
The proposal, which council members are calling a "living wage," would apply to about 365 full-time, non-union city and county employees.