Community Projects
One of the things the Logansport Re-Imagined team has consistently heard is that residents want more and better communication about things happening in the community.
We’re working to develop this page as a central location to find information and updates about many of the projects happening in Logansport, Indiana.
This new home construction is located at the corner of Wright and 19th Street.
The former location of Mr. Happy Burger East will become a new restaurant, Beef-A-Roo.
A regional retail center under redevelopment on the east end of Logansport. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet will open in May 2025, and Marshalls is expected to open in Summer 2025. There are also plans to develop a Marriott-brand hotel.| More info
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet at The Junction in Logansport is scheduled to open May 21, 2025.
Marshalls is under construction at The Junction in Logansport and is expected to open in Summer 2025.
Dicky’s Express Car Wash is under construction at 422 Mall Road in Logansport and is expected to open in July 2025.
Soul Nutrition West at 1010 W. Market St. is expected to open July 4, 2025.
A new gas station and convenience store is under construction at 1001 Wheatland Ave.
In June 2023, the Logansport Redevelopment Commission purchased land at the southwest corner of Chase and Davis Roads for future development. Super-Voluntary Annexation of the property was approved in November 2023 and took effect on January 1, 2025.
A land use study and master plan for the property was adopted in Spring 2025.
Plans call for converting the former Chase Center facility to market-rate multi-family housing. There will be 52 units using the existing structure and adding new two-story homes along Chase Road and Dividend Drive, with access off of Commerce Court.
Construction on the new clubhouse at Dykeman Park Municipal Golf Course began in Fall 2024 and is expected to be completed in Spring 2025.
The Friends of the Memorial Home, in partnership with the city of Logansport, are working to restore the Memorial Center (Home) at 7th and Market to its original condition. In 2024, the City of Logansport invested $136,400 to replace the building’s roof. In January 2025, the City of Logansport received an Efroymson Endangered Places grant that will fund an engineering study and testing of hazardous materials within the structure, including radon, lead paint and asbestos. The results of this study will determine necessary remediation efforts prior to interior rehabilitation work. The rehabilitation project aims to transform the building into a vibrant cultural nexus that will serve as a catalyst for community engagement and economic vitality. | More info
The Indiana Museum of Art is dedicated to showcasing contemporary art and providing a platform for artists and the community to engage with innovative works. Through exhibitions, educational programs, and community partnerships, the IMA aims to inspire and enrich lives through the power of art. The IMA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, completed its purchase of the former Eagles Lodge at 201 S. 6th Street, on January 8, 2025. | More info
The team behind the Indiana Art Museum also plans to renovate the IOOF building at 5th and North into an artist community with apartment and studio space for approximately 20 artists.
Work is underway as of Spring 2025 to convert the former Elks Building at 430 North Street to an apartment building with up to 52 market-rate units.
Construction on a new Logansport Savings Bank (LSB) downtown campus began in July 2024 and includes a new Operations Center that was completed in Spring 2025, as well as renovations on the Logansport Savings Bank branch location, drive-thru, and ATM.| More info
The Cass County Community Foundation received a grant of $5 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. through the Community Leadership Implementation Grants component of the eighth phase of its Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT VIII) initiative.
With the grant, the Cass County Community Foundation will construct a permanent farmer’s market, commercial incubator kitchen and community gardening plots. A groundbreaking ceremony was held in April 2025. The pavilion is anticipated to be completed by Fall 2025 and the kitchen in January 2026.
City-owned property along the Eel River west of Riverside Park is being prepped for redevelopment following the demolition of facilities that formerly served Logansport Utilities. The Vibrant Event Center opened in Fall 2024. Funds from READI 2.0 have been proposed to help create a shovel-ready site for other developments in the area.
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A subdivision with space for construction of 52 new single-family homes on High Street and Yorktown Road in Logansport. | More info
Former Jefferson School property (401 Tanguy Street)
The City of Logansport acquired the site of the former Jefferson School on Tanguy Street in Summer 2022 and ownership was transferred to the Logansport Redevelopment Commission (RDC) in December 2023 as a potential location for residential housing development. A proposal from a developer to build 8 duplexes has been approved with development expected to start in Summer 2025.
Patriot Park – 133 W. Wheatland Ave.
The Parks Board has marked this park as surplus per Res. 2021-18 and the area was rezoned from open space to high density residential in early 2024. A proposal from a developer to for a project that would include 8 single family houses, 5 duplexes and 3 triplexes, as well as community amenities like greenspace and playground space as well as possible commercial space, such as a café , has been approved with development expected to start in Summer 2025.
Melbourne Park – 1317 Melbourne Ave.
The agenda for the Logansport Plan Commission meeting on April 8, 2024 included a public hearing on a resolution to rezone the approximately 1.83+/- acre property at 1317 Melbourne Ave. from open space (OS) to Medium Density Residential (R3). The Parks Board has marked this park as surplus per Res. 2021-18.
The City of Logansport was awarded funding in February 2023 to address blighted conditions by demolishing the concrete slab foundation of the Trelleborg site, located at One North General Street in Logansport. The 12.52+ acre property was rezoned from Light Industrial to High Density Residential (R4) in Summer 2024. The 4% Tax Credit “Storyville Apartments” development would include 72 workforce housing units, green space, and a possible child care facility, with a proposed development cost of $17,315,013. | More info
Housing
The City of Logansport continues to look at options to increase the availability of housing.
Lexington Village
A subdivision with space for construction of 52 new single-family homes on the east end of Logansport. New home construction began in March 2024, with three homes completed and four under construction as of mid-April 2025.
Chase / Davis Property
In June 2023, the Logansport Redevelopment Commission purchased land at the southwest corner of Chase and Davis Roads for future residential development. A development study was completed in 2024 and was adopted in Spring 2025.
The Elks Residences
Work is underway as of Spring 2025 to convert the former Elks Building at 430 North Street to an apartment building with up to 52 market-rate units.
1 Chase Park
Plans call for converting the structure that was formerly part of Chase Center to market-rate multi-family housing. There will be 52 units using the existing structure and adding new two-story homes along Chase Road and Dividend Drive, with access off of Commerce Court.
Former Jefferson School property (401 Tanguy Street)
The City of Logansport acquired the site of the former Jefferson School on Tanguy Street in Summer 2022 and ownership was transferred to the Logansport Redevelopment Commission (RDC) in December 2023 as a potential location for residential housing development. A proposal from a developer to build 8 duplexes was approved in Summer 2024, with development expected to begin in Summer 2025.
Patriot Park – 133 W. Wheatland Ave.
The Parks Board has marked this park as surplus per Res. 2021-18 and the area was rezoned from open space to high density residential in early 2024. A proposal from a developer to for a project that would include 8 single family houses, 5 duplexes and 3 triplexes, as well as community amenities like greenspace and playground space as well as possible commercial space, such as a café , was approved in Summer 2024, with development expected to begin in Summer 2025.
Melbourne Park – 1317 Melbourne Ave.
The Parks Board has marked this park as surplus per Res. 2021-18. and was rezoned in summer 2024 from open space (OS) to Medium Density Residential (R3) to allow for future redevelopment.
Peak Community Services Residences
This area where the former Tipton Elementary School was located has been owned by Peak Community Services, Inc. since 2016. Two duplexes that will provide independent living options were built in 2024. The Logansport City Council is also considering a proposal from Peak for development of residential group homes at Dunwoody Park.
Habitat for Humanity – Logansport Community Build
This new construction is located at the corner of Wright and 19th Street. A groundbreaking ceremony was held April 26, 2025.
Trelleborg Site Redevelopment / Storyville Apartments
The City of Logansport was awarded funding in February 2023 to address blighted conditions by demolishing the concrete slab foundation of the Trelleborg site, located at One North General Street in Logansport. The 12.52+ acre property was rezoned from Light Industrial to High Density Residential (R4) in Summer 2024. The 4% Tax Credit “Storyville Apartments” development would include 72 workforce housing units, green space, and a possible child care facility, with a proposed development cost of $17,315,013.
18th Street and Hoosier Heartland Highway Vision
A concept for mixed use development including affordable apartments and homes, a community center to support the students at Ivy Tech and residents, green space for recreation and new commercial district.
New Businesses and Business Expansions
The link above has details about the businesses continuing to invest in Logansport
On the Banks of the Eel River (Riverfront Redevelopment and Event Center)
The demolition of Logansport Utilities’ water and electric generating plants opened approximately 6.5 acres for the redevelopment of the Eel riverfront near Riverside Park. The Vibrant Event Center opened in September 2024. A new parking lot at the west end of Riverside Park where the water plant stood serves both the event center and the park. Funds from READI 2.0 have been proposed to help create a shovel ready site for other developments in the area.
Logansport Savings Bank Downtown Campus
In July 2024, Logansport Savings Bank (LSB) began construction on a new downtown campus, which will transform the vacant building next to the bank’s main branch into an operations center for the bank.
Fopper’s Pet Treat Bakery
In Spring 2025, the Logansport Board of Zoning Appeals approved a 19,000 sq ft expansion to their existing facility located at 501 Park Avenue. Construction planning is still being completed.
Myers Spring
Myers Spring is investing $1.5 million in new equipment to accommodate their customers needs and to stay competitive in the spring industry. Myers Spring continues to invest year over year in the company and their customers.
Four Brothers Holsters
This growing company acquired and improved three properties on Burlington Avenue that were previously owned by Kauffman Engineering.
Airport Corporate Hangar Building
The Logansport/Cass County Airport is constructing a new 100’x118′ corporate hangar building and associated site work. The project began in Spring 2024.
The Junction
A regional retail center under redevelopment on the east end of Logansport.
Logansport Farmer’s Market
In December 2024, the Cass County Community Foundation received a grant of $5 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. to construct a permanent farmer’s market, commercial incubator kitchen and community gardening plots. The groundbreaking was held on Friday, April 11, 2025 at the site at 4th and Market Streets.
Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA)
Logansport’s Downtown DORA launched in Summer 2024 and allows individuals aged 21 years and older to enjoy our downtown area with responsibly consumed beverages during the hours of 11 a.m.-midnight daily.
Hotel Study Update
The City of Logansport updated its hotel study, which is used by hotels to determine whether communities are good candidates for future locations, in the first quarter of 2024.
Parks Master Plan
The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department’s updated 5-year master plan was approved in Spring 2024.
The Logansport Parks & Recreation Department has several improvement projects taking place during spring and summer of 2025:
• Spencer Park Improvements:
· Demolition of storage barn and #2 shelter – these have been completed!
· Construct a new storage barn along the east road during April/May/June
· Replacement of the “ship” playground with new structures for both 2-5 year olds and 5-12 year olds – scheduled to be completed in August.
· Replace a water line through the middle of Spencer Park, date to be announced (TBA)
· Upgraded lighting will be installed. Date TBA
· Repave the roads and parking lots. Date TBA
• Iron Horse Park:
· Completion of the addition of electricity and lighting – taking place currently.
· Installation of new bubbler splashpad, and additional concrete in the center of the park. Date TBA.
• Heritage Park is being prepared for the construction of the new farmers market pavilion and incubator kitchen. The Heritage Park Fountain, benches, trash cans, and memorial markers are to be removed for the upcoming construction slated to begin in April. The Heritage Park Fountain needs to be serviced, so it may be awhile before it is relocated to a new site, which has not been determined.
• Fairview Park Restrooms are being rehabilitated. The restroom which was originally built in 2005 will be totally remodeled with new stools and urinals, hand dryers, sinks, and partitions. Exterior and interior walls will have been painted, and new lights have been installed. This restroom should be ready for opening day of baseball season at the Crain, Metz, and Steinman Fields.
• Huston Park will soon have a new Prairie Restoration Area on the southeast corner of the park. It was originally opened up to accommodate security cameras, but a meadow with warm season grasses and wildflowers will be extremely attractive. This is a project that will take 3-5 years to be fully established. This year’s work involves applying herbicides before seed can be planted in 2026.
• The Penman Building roof will be replaced. Date TBA.
Muehlhausen Park Playground Equipment Replacement
Installation of new playground equipment at Muehlhausen Park was completed in early April 2024.
Riverside Park Improvements
Several sports courts were installed and several projects were completed in Summer 2022. The City of Logansport allocated funds to pave the gravel lot where the water plant was demolished at the west end of the park as part of the riverfront redevelopment project.
Spencer Park Shelter
Stabilization work on the lower shelter at Spencer Park began in late February 2024 and was completed in mid-May 2024. New steel pillars were installed and trusses were reinforced. New cedar fascia, electricity and bird netting completed the project. Three new shelters were also constructed at Spencer Park in Spring/Summer 2024.
Wright Street Bark Park
The Logansport Parks & Recreation Foundation received a grant from IHCDA along with a crowdfunding campaign to transform the former softball field at Muehlhausen Park into the Wright Street Bark Park. Construction was completed in Fall 2023/Winter 2024 and a grand opening was held in May 2024.
Dykeman Park Clubhouse and Improvements
The Logansport Parks & Recreation Foundation has raised funds to bring multiple improvements and a new clubhouse to Dykeman Park Municipal Golf Course. Planting of 135 new trees has been completed; other planned improvements include repaving of cart paths, refinishing and updating cart barns, addition of parking spaces and improved tee marker signage. A groundbreaking ceremony for the new clubhouse was held on Oct. 7, 2024.
Iron Horse Park & The Depot
Renovations of The Depot at 4th and Melbourne were completed in Summer 2024 and included the addition of public restrooms, with the ticket booth and some open space remaining for a welcome area, and improving the landscaping around The Depot and the access ramp on the south side of the building.
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Street and Sidewalk Projects
The City of Logansport is continually planning for maintenance and upgrades for streets and sidewalks throughout the city.
Logansport – Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Action Plan
The goal of the action plan is to develop strategies to prevent roadway fatalities and serious injuries. It will look at 7 components: leadership and goal setting, planning, safety analysis, engagement and collaboration, policy and process changes, strategy and project selections, and progress and transparency. Although this plan will look at all of Logansport’s roads, they have specified roads and intersections like Chase and Michigan Ave, Davis and High, Mall Rd and Market St., Market St and George and others in the grant application.
Downtown Properties
The Logansport Redevelopment Commission purchased vacant lots in the 200 block of E. Broadway in April 2025 and CLEDO is working on development for this site. The city of Logansport and CLEDO are also working with the current owners of the former Boondockers’ and SUS properties near the confluence for a suitable solution to rehabilitate this area.
Boulevard Tree Project
The City of Logansport is in the process of replacing damaged trees on the Boulevard (East Broadway between 26th Street and Cass Plaza Drive). The trees have been evaluated and those that are damaged will be removed and new trees will be planted. The project will begin in March 2025 at the west end of the Boulevard and will take place in phases over the next 2-3 years.
Community Crossings Matching Funds
In March 2025, Logansport was awarded $1 million in Community Crossings Matching Funds. These funds have been allocated toward the following paving projects:
- Industrial Blvd. from SR 29 to CR 50 E
- Billiard Dr. from Industrial Blvd. to cul-de-sac
- Mall Road from High Street to Market St.
- Yorktown Road from High St. to Market St.
- Cass Plaza Drive from Market Street to Broadway
- W. Roselawn Dr. from George St. to Market St.
- 18th Street from South side of Bridge to RR tracks
- E. Main Street from 18th St. to US 24
- E Main Street from road split to US 24
- Miami Ave. from W. Market to SR 17
- Miami Ave. from SR 17 to 6th St.
- W Broadway from Front St. to Market St.
Cass County was also awarded $1.5 million in Community Crossings Matching Funds allocated toward improvements for 10 miles of county roads, including:
- Timbercrest Addition (off of Perrysburg Road) consisting of:
- Manorwood Dr
- Meadowview Dr
- Bronswood Dr
- Timbercrest Dr
- Woodland Dr
- Woodmere Dr
- Upland Dr
- Valley View Dr
- Hilltop Ln
- Green Hills Dr
- Meadow Ln
- CR 600E from Logansport Rd to Wabash River Bridge
- Beckman Dr from Clinton St to Monticello Rd
- 900 N from 900W to US 35
- CR 50E from 900S to 1150S
- 1150S from 50E to 100E
- 100E from 1150S to 1300 feet north of SR 18
Erie Avenue Project
A multi-phase reconstruction of Erie Avenue starting with 5th to 8th Streets began in Summer 2022. Plans have been developed to complete work from 8th Street to 18th Street.
Public Works Campus Project
In April 2024, the City of Logansport has issued a Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFPQ) to design, obtain financing, construct and/or transfer a new Public Works Campus in the City under a public-private partnership. The purpose and intent of the Project is to fulfill critical public works responsibilities and provide a safe and secure working environment for the Logansport Street Department and Logansport Utilities. Proposals were due May 16, 2024.
MARC Grant
In 2023, the EPA selected the City of Logansport for a $400,000 community-wide grant to conduct 11 Phase I and eight to ten Phase II environmental site assessments.
Soil cleanup near former Exide battery facility
EPA will return to the Exide Corporation Site in Logansport, Indiana to continue its cleanup of lead contaminated soils in residential yards near the demolished Exide Battery facility starting April 7, 2025. EPA has completed cleanup of 34 properties at the Site thus far, and will be continuing cleanup of the remaining impacted properties.
Utility Projects
Logansport Utilities provides electric, water distribution and collection, and wastewater treatment services in Logansport
Lead Service Line Replacement
Logansport Utilities will be replacing 4,500 water service lines over the next few years, contingent on funding support. This is directly from the EPA’s Lead Cooper Rules Revision Regulation to emphasize safe drinking water within a designated time period. Line replacements will include the public main water lines up to the point which it connects with a property’s plumbing inside a home or business. In July 2024, LU was awarded funding for phase 2, which began in December 2024 with Five Star Energy Services. As of December, work has begun in Area 1, on Bates and Washington Streets, Tacoma Avenue, West Ottawa Street, and East Miami Avenue. The project is partially being funded with a 2.5-million-dollar grant awarded to Logansport Utilities this year by Indiana’s State Revolving Fund (SRF) and a loan of 2.5 million dollars with zero interest for 20 years. The water line replacement work is at no charge to the customer.
Capital Improvement Plan, Long-Term Control Plan (LTCP) and Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO)
Between 2023 and 2026, Logansport Utilities will be completing several mandated water/stormwater/sewer projects.
LU Combined Sewer Overflows #11-12 & Linden Avenue Wet Weather Project
As mandated under the EPA and IDEM’s Long-Term Control Plan to limit the amount of stormwater overflow into our rivers during rain events.
Drinking Water Improvements Project
Recommended upgrades to LU’s drinking water infrastructure include watermain replacements, hydrant replacements, a leaks report, metering equipment upgrades, and booster pump station improvements. The project will be funded through a DWSRF loan. Work began in February 2024.
Estimated completion dates:
- Watermain Replacements Project – February 20, 2026
- SR 29 Watermain Replacement Project – October 24, 2024
- Small Diameter Watermain Replacement Project – October 24, 2024
- 26th Street and Lynas Street Booster Station Improvements Project – February 28, 2025
Wastewater Treatment Plant Headworks Replacement Project
This project is in tandem with the ongoing state-mandated “Long-Term Control Plan (LTCP)” with “Combined Sewer Overflow” projects adding more water processing and treatment demand to the already aged wastewater treatment infrastructure. The upgrade to the headworks facilities will efficiently manage the increase of capacity and provide more reliable screening and grit removal to protect other downstream equipment. In October 21, 2024 the Logansport Utilities (LU) service board approved awarding the wastewater treatment plant headworks replacement construction project to Thieneman Construction, Inc. Work began the first week of March 2025.
69 KV Transmission Pole Replacement – Phase 1
This project involves replacing 45 to 50 wooden transmission poles with new steel poles and 7 wood distribution poles. In addition, plans include the transfer of existing 69kV conductors, 13.2kV underbuild conductors and associated distribution facilities. This will provide unrivaled, stronger structures for increased resiliency and system stability. The project began in 2024 and is expected to continue through June 2026. Successful installation of 25 of the 45 steel poles for the first phase of the steel pole project was completed by Dec. 2024.
Smart Meter Installation
In Summer 2023, Logansport Utilities began installing electric and water “smart meters” to residences and businesses as a part of the new Automated (Advanced) Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project. The new AMI system will accurately measure water and electricity consumption and rapidly detect leaks or power outages for all customers. Successful installation of over 6,500 electric department Automated (Advanced) Metering Infrastructure (AMI) meters had been completed by Dec 2024. This project will continue. More than 3000 water department AMI meters had been installed and programmed, with an average of 150 added each day by December 2024.
Wellfield Improvement and Well Development
This project entails rebuilding of existing well houses in addition to pump improvements and software upgrades; focusing on exploration and development of a redundant wellfield to serve Logansport and the surrounding areas. The project began in March 2023.
North River Substation Upgrade
Updated distribution equipment including breakers and the building itself to bring this component of the system up to date with industry standards. This will provide safer and more fortified elements for increased durability and electric reliability. The project began in June 2021 and was completed in 2024.
LU Customer Service Kiosk Installation
A 24-hour self-serve kiosk for utility bill payments was installed at the end of April 2024, with a second kiosk installed in July 2024, as LU is aligning with industry standards to improve the bill-paying process with better speed and convenience, along with following federal ADA standards and providing multiple languages accessibility.
Wayfinding signage
A community plan for wayfinding signage throughout Cass County was developed several years ago; funding is needed to implement it.
Parking
Logansport is continually looking at ways to address parking needs for the downtown district as well as other areas.
Internet / Broadband / Wifi
Several organizations are discussing options for enhancing connectivity within Logansport.
Flood Plain Update
The City of Logansport is in the process of updating its FEMA flood maps for the areas from Riverside Park to 18th Street since removal of the 10th street dams.
Spanish Phone Line
As of March 11, 2024, a Spanish phone line is available to the public weekdays during certain daytime hours. Callers will be able to speak with a bilingual call agent from the Language Matters team, who can connect them with the city service they need. Staff members from the city departments can use the phone line for interpretation when a Spanish speaker contacts them directly.
Fiberglass Freaks’ Batman Museum
The Batman Museum in Logansport, Indiana — which is reminiscent of the popular Hollywood Museum exhibit from several years ago — opened in October 2024 and is operated by Fiberglass Freaks, a locally-owned company that builds the only officially licensed full-scale Batmobile replicas.
Indiana Museum of Art
The Indiana Museum of Art is dedicated to showcasing contemporary art and providing a platform for artists and the community to engage with innovative works. Through exhibitions, educational programs, and community partnerships, the IMA aims to inspire and enrich lives through the power of art. The IMA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, completed its purchase of the former Eagles Lodge at 201 S. 6th Street, on January 8, 2025. At a museum reveal event on Feb. 20, 2024, additional plans for the IOOF building at 5th and North to be renovated and made into an artist community with apartment and studio space for approximately 20 artists and installation of a 30-foot sculpture designed by Jason Myers in front of Bonus Pints and The Record Farm this summer were shared.
Logansport-Cass County Memorial Center (Kendrick Baldwin House)
The Friends of the Memorial Home, in partnership with the city of Logansport, are working to restore the Memorial Center (Home) at 7th and Market to its original condition. In 2024, the City of Logansport invested $136,400 to replace the building’s roof. In January 2025, the City of Logansport received an Efroymson Endangered Places grant that will fund an engineering study and testing of hazardous materials within the structure, including radon, lead paint and asbestos. The results of this study will determine necessary remediation efforts prior to interior rehabilitation work. The rehabilitation project aims to transform the building into a vibrant cultural nexus that will serve as a catalyst for community engagement and economic vitality.
Logansport Iron Horses
On Oct. 30, 2024, Mayor Chris Martin announced the arrival of a professional basketball team to Logansport, joining the ranks of the TBL—The Basketball League! The first players for the Logansport Iron Horses were drafted February 2 and 3, 2025. The season began Feb. 28, 2025. More information and updates can be found on the Logansport Iron Horses Facebook page and Instagram account.
Cass County Projects
We’re still working on building this section out!
Rural Empowerment & Development (RED) Program
Cass County was chosen to participate in the first round of this program offered through the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs with the Indiana Communities Institute at Ball State University.
Road Infrastructure Upgrades at Cass County Agribusiness Park
In September 2023, the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a $1.8 million grant to Cass County, Indiana, for road infrastructure upgrades at the Cass County Agribusiness Park, located on West County Road 300 South along the Hoosier Heartland Highway near Clymers. This project will increase business operations and provide continued industrial growth in a region impacted by changes in the energy economy. This EDA investment will be matched with $1.4 million in local funds. It is expected to create or retain more than 200 jobs and generate $68.5 million in private investment, according to grantee estimates.
Broadband
Cass County has been working with Broadway Broadband on a $5.2 million project to add 237.5 miles of fiber to the county, boosting the total miles of fiber in the county to 356.5. The project will be funded with $1 million in READI funds, $1 million in funds from the American Rescue Plan and a $3.2 million investment from Broadway Broadband.
READI
Several projects in Cass County, including Lexington Village and Urban Park in Logansport, and the Cass County broadband extension are part of the North Central Indiana Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) which includes matching funding. In April 2024, the North Central Indiana region, which includes Cass, Clinton, Fulton, Howard, Miami and Tipton Counties, was awarded $35 million in funding through READI 2.0.
ARP(A) Funding
The City of Logansport received approximately $4 million through the American Rescue Plan and opted into the standard allowance for revenue loss up to $10 million, allowing the city to utilize all ARPA funds received for government services. In 2022, the City Council allocated $2.5 million to the new police station; $50,000 for small businesses affected by COVID, the Melbourne Avenue project and other factors outside their control; $400,000 to infrastructure at The Junction; $750,000 to parking at Riverside Park and $30,000 toward acquisition of the Exide property.
Completed projects
See what’s happened in Logansport recently.