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.

Franklin, IN

Comprehensive Plan

With a number of projects and initiatives accomplished, the City of Franklin sought to capitalize on these “success stories” by updating its comprehensive plan. HWC partnered with SDG to facilitate this planning process which centered on goals for future development within the city and strengthening efforts at downtown revitalization. Major ideas identified during the plan included a renewed focus on neighborhood revitalization, an emphasis on improving aging infrastructure, continued reinvestment in downtown redevelopment, and encouraging a variety of housing options. The plan would ultimately lead to the development of the Interstate 65 gateway along the King Street corridor and a commitment to developing two new hotels near the Interstate 65 interchange.

Rushville, IN

Comprehensive Plan

Needing a catalyst to spark changes in this community of 6,000, HWC was selected to lead Rushville’s comprehensive plan. With input from key stakeholders and residents, the community adopted the vision of “Leading the Way in Rural Indiana.” Since the plan’s adoption, Rushville has used the plan as a guide to take on 97 projects, and attracted more than $117 million in federal, state, local, and private investment.