Superintendent updates board on $4M cultural corridor and Better’s Alley fundraising; accessibility assurance approved Superintendent reported participation in a $4,000,000 cultural corridor planning grant and said council and partners have pledged funds toward Better’s Alley, leaving a $428,000 gap; the board approved required accessibility assurances for the department’s five‑year master plan.

Michigan City is on the verge of transforming its parks and accessibility with a $4M cultural corridor and exciting new projects, but a $428,000 funding gap looms over Better’s Alley!

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Heavy turnout forces deferral of Buchanan Street commercial‑compatibility overlay After several hours of testimony from neighborhood residents, business owners and students, the Metro Planning Commission deferred two proposed Commercial Compatibility Overlays for Buchanan Street for further community engagement and staff follow‑up.

The Metro Nashville Planning Commission has deferred crucial measures that could reshape Buchanan Street, igniting passionate debates between residents and business owners over the future of their community.

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Michigan City parks board hears zoo upgrades, $20 million regional grant and rising animal care costs Director Jamie Huss outlined fence and exhibit upgrades, donor support and ongoing operating pressures at the Michigan City zoo; Superintendent Eason said the city is slated to receive roughly $4 million of a $20 million Lilly Foundation award for a cultural corridor project.

Michigan City Zoo is undergoing exciting upgrades thanks to generous donations and a massive $20 million grant, but rising animal care costs pose a challenge!

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