Do we really need Tax Abatements?
A tax abatement is a temporary reduction or phase-in of property taxes on new investment. Communities across the country use the tool on economic development projects to attract new jobs and capital investment to a community. Abatements typically focus on manufacturing companies because of the large investments they make in real property and equipment. New investments drive assessed value growth, which means after the abatement period substantial tax revenue for government un
To Develop? or Not To Develop?
To develop, or not to develop, that is the question. For years, our region didn’t see many new development opportunities. Companies shuttered, population declined, wages lagged, neighborhoods deteriorated, and families struggled. At the same time, the State of Indiana generally was doing well. Legislators created one of the best tax and regulatory environments in the country, the Governor and the Indiana Economic Development Corporation prioritized economic development, and o
Zoning Approach could put the brakes on St. Joseph County Development
What types of businesses or activities would you prefer not to have next to your home? Or, which use do you think has the most negative...
Robots Prepare to Invade South Bend
South Bend is gearing up to host an International Robotics Competition at the Century Center from June 19-22, 2025. GEARS , the Granger...
New Construction Brings Growing Pains
If you regularly travel US 20 or SR 2 on the county's west side, you’ve noticed a significant increase in traffic in recent months....
Builder or Wrecker?
Former Indianapolis Mayor Bill Hudnut once shared a famous poem called Builder or Wrecker with me. I encourage you to look it up; it has...
