NCIRPC Is Seeking Qualifications and Proposals for EPA Brownfields Assessment Grant
sray • October 9, 2023
BROWNFIELD ASSESSMENT GRANT
The EPA has awarded NCIRPC with a Community-Wide Brownfields Assessment Grant. We are seeking qualified environmental professionals interested in providing assessment services throughout the North Central region, including the counties of Cass, Clinton, Howard, Fulton, Miami, and Tipton. NCIRPC’s overall goal is to identify potential hazardous material sites, have assessments performed, and then seek funding for clean up to return the properties to permitted uses. For more information please see the Request for Qualifications and Proposals, which will include the Scope of Work, Selection Process and Criteria, and Timeline of the services requested. Qualified MBE/WBE organizations are encouraged to respond.
North Central Indiana Regional Planning Council (NCIRPC) is thrilled to announce the launch of its comprehensive Strategic Arts Plan. This exciting initiative aims to identify, prioritize, and support groundbreaking projects that will revitalize the region’s arts and culture scene. The Strategic Arts Plan is a collaborative effort that invites the entire community to participate in shaping the future of arts and culture. Through a series of public engagement activities, including workshops, surveys, and online forums, residents are encouraged to share their ideas, passions, and aspirations. The plan will focus on identifying and prioritizing big ideas – ambitious projects that have the potential to transform the region. These projects may include: Public Art Installations: Creating stunning public art pieces that enhance the urban landscape and inspire creativity. Arts Education Initiatives: Expanding access to quality arts education for all ages. Cultural Tourism Strategies: Attracting visitors to the region through unique cultural experiences. Performing Arts Venues and Facilities: Creating new spaces for artists to rehearse and perform for people within the community and without. Visual Arts Hubs: Developing spaces for visual artists to live, work, create, and display their work. The community is currently invited to participate in the following ways: Join a Focus Group: Join us for upcoming community forums and workshops. Take the Survey: Share your thoughts and ideas through our online survey. Visit NorthCentralArts.com to participate and learn more about this exciting opportunity. North Central Indiana Regional Planning Council is a non-profit community development organization serving Cass, Clinton, Fulton, Howard, Miami and Tipton counties.
With historically low unemployment rates, employers may find it difficult to find available workers to support current operations or expansions. The six-county North Central Indiana region has an abundant labor pool of nearly 17,000 potential workers to fulfill available positions. The report also states the regional economic development partners and Workforce Board offer training programs to skill-up workers and meet the needs of employers.
