by Toni Takacs | Jan 10, 2022
Boone County, IN
47 Small Structure Replacement (Des. 1800141)
The existing twin metal pipe structure under SR 47 in Boone County was heavily deteriorated and regularly blocked with debris. HWC designed a replacement structure with a single-span box large enough to convey the required flows and debris to reduce maintenance efforts. A practical design approach avoided unnecessary waterway impacts that would have triggered mitigation and cost. The project design included completion of hydraulics, a Level 3 environmental document, and right-of-way engineering. Utility impacts and associated right-of-way needs were minimized by vertically adjusting the overhead utility to provide adequate working room under it for OSHA requirements. This minimized both the utility’s costs and INDOT’s cost. The construction cost was $325,000.
by Toni Takacs | Jan 10, 2022
Avon, IN
Zoning Ordinance
The Town of Avon was frustrated when recent development proposals lacked the character and quality the community desired. Residents were also increasingly opposing developments and demanding the Town raise standards.
To develop a solution, the Town turned to HWC and Civic Blueprint.
The HWC team first led a public engagement campaign to solicit input on current concerns and future expectations. This robust process included:
- Public workshops
- Town Council workshops
- Developer/stakeholder workshops
- Public surveys
- Video summaries and explanations for the public
- Steering committee workshops
Public and stakeholder input was used to inform recommendations, which included merging their Zoning and Subdivision Control Ordinances into a new Unified Development Ordinance. Incentives were added to improve quality. Process changes were also recommended to increase transparency and provide more opportunities for the Town Council to guide development early in the process.
by Toni Takacs | Jan 5, 2022
Whitestown, IN
Comprehensive Plan
With development pressures increasing along the Interstate 65 corridor and interchanges, the Town of Whitestown engaged HWC to assist in developing both an economic development strategy and a comprehensive plan update that shared a unified vision that promoted responsible growth that retained the character of the town. This unified plan focused on developing new primary employment opportunities, engaging the Interstate 65 corridor, diversifying the community’s industrial base, and growing a quality workforce.
by Toni Takacs | Jan 1, 2022
New Albany, IN
Parkview Campus Redevelopment Plan
After completing the New Albany Housing Authority Master Plan, HWC was engaged to begin conceptual design of the Parkview campus which will be the first public housing property to be redeveloped. The goal of this project is to transform the previously distressed housing campus into a vibrant new neighborhood with mixed-income housing and quality of life amenities such as sports courts, playground, splash pad, community gardens, multi-use trails, and ample outdoor open space. By redeveloping outdated campuses into attractive new neighborhoods, residents are reconnected with the larger community of New Albany and afforded more opportunities and a higher quality of life.
by Toni Takacs | Dec 31, 2021
Upgrades to Mays Park were desired that could honor the existing park amenities while bringing in new, much needed facilities to the neighborhood. A new pedestrian crossing at 10th Street has become the epicenter of the park’s revitalization that includes a splash pad, playground, restrooms, a shade structure, a walking trail, and a new parking lot on the north side. A new tennis and pickleball court, restrooms, a shade structure, and a revitalized skate park and basketball courts were provided on the south side.
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