State outlines READI projects moving forward

Governor Eric Holcomb says nearly half of the grant funding awarded through the Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) are set to be designated for projects and programs in 10 regions by the end of July.

The state approved $500 million in READI grants for all 17 regions of the state in December 2021.

“This transformative program is funding projects that lean into a region’s strengths while building community gathering places, inclusive parks for kids, performing arts center and trails that will have generational impact across each region and every person who visits our great state,” Holcomb said in written remarks. “In Indiana, there is no greater priority for us as leaders than to work together closely to improve Indiana’s standing as the best location to live, work and thrive.”

The state says the projects and programs include efforts to increase housing, trails, community amenities, childcare, health and wellness, tourism and workforce development.