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513 W Central Avenue
LaGrange, IN 46761
260-499-4994
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LaGrange County EDC Holiday Schedule | |
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The LaGrange County EDC office will be closed December 24th - December 25th & December 31st - January 1st in observance of Christmas and New Years.
Office hours between those dates will be limited, but we will be available by phone at 260-499-4994 or by email.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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In September of 2024 LCEDC was appointed by the LaGrange County Commissioners to oversee the implementation of LaGrange County Together, our countywide comprehensive plan. The finalized plan included seventy-five recommendations organized around five topics of community interest – Land Use and Development, Local Economy, Natural Environment, Roadways and infrastructure, and Quality of Life, and was developed with a great deal of community engagement and input.
Today, we’ll share a birds eye view update with you on LaGrange County Together and all of the work that has gone into accomplishing the goals in our comprehensive plan since it was adopted two years ago:
- 20 of the 75 action items have been accomplished:
- LaGrange County Zoning held 26 public meetings to aid in the composition and adoption of a new Unified Development Ordinance for our county. This document replaced outdated plans that were adopted in 2005. The new UDO provides a set of guidelines for building and development in the county’s unincorporated areas and seeks to protect property values, preserve natural resources and promote economic development in LaGrange County and is administered by the county’s Zoning Administrator Robbie Miller.
- We have active Main Street/Community Development or revitalization efforts happening all over the county. Main Street LaGrange, Topeka Together, Wolcottville Community Initiative, Shipshewana Retail Merchants Association, South Milford Community League, Mongo Community Development Association, and Howe Community Association (to name a few) are all doing amazing work in their communities. If you’re interested in getting involved – reach out! We would love to connect you!
- A higher wheel tax was implemented allowing for additional funds to be allocated to the repair and maintenance of our county roads, and we’ve really seen the difference! For additional information concerning road repairs and maintenance or any questions, please reach out to the county highway department at 260-499-6353.
- A new and diverse tourism strategy has been implemented and projects to help drive our tourists South and East in the county are well underway. These efforts will provide a positive economic impact throughout the county!
- The LaGrange County Community Foundation and LaGrange County Trails have collaborated to compose a Master Trails Plan for the County, and are actively pursuing funding for the implementation of the Hawpatch Trail.
- LaGrange County REMC has continued their connectivity work and are serving over 3,000 homes with broadband
- The establishment of a new career pathway for LaGrange County High School students interested in manufacturing is in development and set to launch in 2026
- Work on a countywide historic inventory is underway
- And so much more…..
- An additional 25 of the action items are currently in progress with active meetings and conversations taking place around their implementation
- The remaining items in the plan have been reviewed with plans for additional meetings and work to begin just after the first of the year.
For any questions about the comprehensive plan and our progress, please reach out to Emilee at ebuller@lagrangecountyedc.com or
260-499-4994
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Apply for the Workplace Preparedness Grant! | |
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The Workplace Preparedness Grant aims to assist recent LaGrange County graduates of a certification, associate's degree, or bachelor's degree to acquire the tools and supplies needed to begin work.
A recent graduate is defined as an individual who has completed a certification or degree in a field related to the areas of study listed below in the last 12 months and has accepted employment in Northeast Indiana.
Areas of Study:
- Industrial Technology
- Machine Tool Technology
- Engineering Technology
- Sales
- Entrepreneurship-Leadership
For more information, please reach out to Sherri Johnston by phone (260-499-4994) or by email (sjohnston@lagrangecountyedc.com).
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NIIC - Entrepreneurship Coach Assistance | |
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Northeast Indiana Innovation Center's (NIIC) Angela Harrison will be at the LaGrange County EDC's office on Tuesday, January 14th and 28th for any individuals who would like to meet with Angela.
Angela can assist any entrepreneur with brainstorming business ideas, how to market their product and other marketing plans, succession planning and so much more! She offers a safe, judgement free space for individuals to share their ideas, ask questions, or assist in finding other resources for their business.
The first THREE sessions are FREE!
For questions or more information, please reach out to Angela at aharrison@niic.net or the LCEDC office.
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Purdue MEP Supplier Scouting Opportunities | |
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Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) is the official representative of the MEP National Network in Indiana. Through this network known as the MEP National Network (MEPNN), Purdue MEP is able to leverage the MEPNN's extensive relationships and knowledge of U.S. manufacturing capabilities and capacity to identify manufacturers across the country that can meet supply chain needs of commercial entities and government agencies.
Purdue MEP is able to connect U.S. manufacturers that have relevant production capabilities and capacities with other manufacturers – enabling them to fulfill current market and societal needs. We can then assist those manufacturers in actually delivering needed products.
For a full list of Open Supplier Scouting Opportunities, please visit the link below.
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If you have any questions about the information in this newsletter or would like to learn more, please reach out to the LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation at 260-499-4994 or email Sherri Johnston at sjohnston@lagrangecountyedc.com | |
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LaGrange County Economic Development Corporation
513 W Central Ave
LaGrange, IN 46761
(260) 499-4994
www.LaGrangeCountyEDC.com
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