Accelerate Rural Indiana Region READI Plan

Accelerate Rural Indiana Region READI Plan

Accelerate Rural Indiana

Accelerate Rural Indiana READI Plan

HWC led the development of a regional plan for the Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI) for this new region. Consisting of Decatur, Rush and Shelby Counties and the City of Batesville, the region focused on shared opportunities along the Interstate 74 corridor.  As a result of this effort, the Accelerate Rural Indiana Region was awarded $20 million for a range of projects throughout the three-county region.

Whitestown Park and Recreation Plan

Whitestown Park and Recreation Plan

Whitestown, IN

Park and Recreation Master Plan

HWC completed a Park and Recreation Master Plan for the Town of Whitestown. The general purpose of the plan was to serve as a guide for decisions relating to the updating, improvement, and expansion of the parks and recreation department. Developing greenways to support walkability, providing natural and passive recreation facilities, providing staffing to support parks facilities, expanding youth sports, and developing a community center were a few system-wide goals that rose to the top during this planning process.

New Albany Park and Recreation Plan

New Albany Park and Recreation Plan

New Albany, IN

Park and Recreation Master Plan

HWC completed a Park and Recreation Master Plan for the City of New Albany. The planning process involved information gathering and data collection, a park facility tour, orchestrating a public survey, facility mapping, and operational analysis.  HWC worked closely with the parks board and parks staff to develop recommendations. Additionally, HWC provided mini park plans which illustrated sketch level design concepts for potential new park facilities. HWC is thrilled to be working with the city to implement several park amenities originating from this plan including a large riverfront recreation area.

Winchester Gateway

Winchester Gateway

Winchester, IN

City of Winchester Gateway

The SR 32 and US 27 interchange evolved into a location for a community gateway as city development spread and traffic volumes increased. The HWC team designed a linear landscape along the corridor with three custom metal monument signs that are lit at night with solar power. Acting as a landmark along the corridor, the gateway now draws potential visitors off the highway toward Winchester’s downtown while simultaneously creating a sense of community pride for residents and local business owners.

Indiana State University River Campus Trail

Indiana State University River Campus Trail

Terre Haute, IN

Indiana State University River Campus Trail

HWC provided design, coordination, and construction administration for the River Campus Trail Project. This urban trail connects the Indiana State University campus to a growing area of campus along the Wabash riverfront, west of US Highway 41. The final design included a meandering trail to bring pedestrians safely under U.S. Highway 41 along an existing railroad corridor to the track and field stadium and along the top bank of the Wabash River. Custom engraved concrete planters serve as a safety barrier between vehicular traffic and the trail.