BEST Grant #4 Update
In July 2022, ECI Regional Planning District was awarded a grand total of $100,000 from a Rural Business Development Grant from Rural Development—an agency of the USDA—to fund the BEST…
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Jay County Broadband Fireside Chat – Video
On April 6th, 2023, at 5 p.m., the Jay County Development Corporation hosted a conference at its headquarters in Portland, IN, to discuss the basics of broadband infrastructure, why it’s…
Italy-based Trebi to open North American HQ in Delaware County, Indiana
By Keith Roysdon DELAWARE COUNTY, Indiana – An Italy-based high-tech manufacturer is establishing its new North American headquarters in Delaware County. Trebi, a maker of robotic finishing machines, will establish…
Ball Brothers Foundation Awards JUMP Program with $60K
Delaware County, Ind. — In addition to the $5,000 given last year, The Ball Brothers Foundation awarded another $60,000 to the Judicial Users Manufacturing Partnership (JUMP) program this past fall…
Jay County to be hosting a Broadband Fireside Chat to Discuss Broadband Infrastructure Plans in the County
JAY COUNTY, Ind. — On April 6th, 2023, at 5 p.m, the Jay County Development Corporation will be hosting a conference at its headquarters at 118 S Meridian St. in…
Delaware County making lemonade – and revenue – with a long-dormant rail spur
Rail spur release by Keith Roysdon March 28, 2023 DELAWARE COUNTY, Indiana – A long unused railroad spur in an industrial park will finally be used and will bring millions…
Community Spotlight: Ivanhoes
This month’s Community Spotlight is Ivanhoes. Owned by Ivan, Carol, and Mark Slain, the restaurant Ivanhoes has been famous for its 100 different shakes and sundaes since 1965. In addition…
ECI Regional Planning District receives $1,500 Walmart Grant in Albany for Public Art Feature
East Central Indiana Regional Planning District recently received a $1,500 Walmart Grant in Albany, Indiana, in order to create public art features. NOW Art is facilitating this community mural program…
Delaware County – Testing Continues in Industrial Park
Environmental update March 7, 2023 Delaware County testing continues in industrial park By Keith Roysdon DELAWARE COUNTY, Indiana – Environmental testing surrounding a Delaware County industrial park, which has seen…
ECI Regional Planning District is Hiring!
ECI Regional Planning District is looking for a full-time administrative assistant to complete operational tasks, manage projects, and expedite work results. Some responsibilities of this position include scheduling, responding to…