A grant of $4.6 million has been awarded to Michigan City to enhance its infrastructure in preparation for future housing development.
Kyland Hall, a reporter for WSBT 22, wrote the following paragraph:
Michigan City’s sewer system is currently undergoing maintenance as crews work diligently on the project. (WSBT 22 Photo)
Michigan City, Indiana (WSBT) –
Michigan City has been granted $4.6 million to construct essential infrastructure that will support upcoming housing developments.
Undeveloped land will receive new sewer systems with the grant.
The Indiana Finance Authority has launched a new program to support the development of residential housing, and as part of this initiative, a grant has been awarded.
Mayor Angie Nelson Deuitch (D) has announced that the allocated $4.6 million will be entirely utilized for the construction of sewer lines, enabling prompt commencement of future developments.
Nelson Deuitch stated that they were aware of the impact that the infrastructure around the sanitary district, especially the sewer opportunities, would have on the projects. Therefore, they decided to submit the proposal to alleviate some of the capacities on the north side.
Nelson Deuitch believes that the main focus of this project is to provide a home for the future workers, especially with the GM battery plant and Amazon data center coming to New Carlisle.
There are numerous mixed-use apartment projects and various city infrastructure projects in the pipeline.
Our aim is to enhance the downtown and northern regions to create a sense of pride among current and future residents of Michigan City.
Nelson Deuitch highlights the significance of providing workforce housing, as it caters to individuals such as teachers, police officers, and firefighters. These individuals fall into the middle-income bracket, and the need for middle housing is crucial. Deuitch explains that they are currently working on affordable housing initiatives to ensure that the middle-income group has access to appropriate housing.
Mayor Nelson Deuitch is hopeful for a second round of funding to address other critical infrastructure needs.
