Elected and appointed officials from across Johnson County recently participated in an invitation-only virtual workshop on economic development hosted by Aspire. Elected and appointed officials from Johnson County, Bargersville, Franklin and Greenwood participated. Aspire hosted the program for leaders to meet experts active in the economic development industry and ask questions about economic development tools and processes.

The largest award cycle ever, funding will help launch satellites and infrastructure to expand service to “unserved and underserved” Americans. Aspire recently identified broadband internet expansion as a top legislative priority for Indiana.

One of the toughest relief package components Congress has yet to agree upon is COVID liability reform for employers and businesses. The Senate has had “robust” discussion of ideas but not yet reached consensus. In anticipation of no action from Congress, Aspire has been working with Indiana House and Senate leadership on a bill for Hoosier businesses. Politico has more on DC discussions.

Please join us for a virtual project update on I-69 Finish Line. We will be joined by Sarah Rubin, INDOT Corridor Project Manager, and Tim Miller, HNTB Corridor Project Manager, for a discussion of recent progress and a preview of both the upcoming planned closure of State Road 37 in Martinsville in 2021 and the upcoming 2021 construction season. We are hosting in partnership with the Franklin Chamber, so register today to reserve your spot (limited to 100 attendees).