Southwest Indiana READI Program

Representing the Indiana Counties of: Harrison • Knox • Pike • Perry • Spencer

The region was awarded $15 million from the state’s READI program, intended to accelerate projects that will enhance the area’s quality of life, and increase competitiveness for economic growth.

Economic & Workforce Development

Across our region, a number of projects are working to address education and infrastructure.

  • Six (6) Projects
  • 360 Jobs Created
  • $50 Million Invested

Projects:

Housing

Building and developing adequate housing is an issue across the nation. Our region is addressing housing for students, families and new workers across five counties.

  • Nine (9) Housing Projects
  • 291 Single Family Homes
  • 187 Multi-Family Housing Units

Projects:

Quality of Life

Building and developing adequate housing is an issue across the nation. Our region is addressing housing for students, families and new workers across five counties. Our region has invested $3.5 million in continuing to make our counties a great place to live, work and play.

  • Multiple Parks Improvement Projects
  • Upgraded Sports Complex
  • Major improvements to Lincoln Amphitheater

Projects:

Indiana First Regional Development Plan

The 2024  Strategic Plan