Indianapolis-based The Sagamore Institute for Policy Research is sponsoring a panel discussion this week to examine opportunities available for Indiana as it struggles with current economic uncertainties. Friday's event is part of the organization's regular "Ideas in Indiana" series, which highlights public policy leaders in addressing key issues of the day. The panelists will examine the current economic situation, how the state is approaching economic development and how Hoosier companies are responding.
Hamilton County to announce new $100 million project
The Town of Fishers plans to unveil a new $100 million real estate investment Tuesday afternoon . Fishers Town Council President Scott Faultless and officials from Edgeworth Laskey Properties LLC will take part in the announcement. Last month, Cleveland-based Fairmount Properties pulled out of a $100 million redevelopment project in downtown Fishers.
Manning locker auctioned
Indianapolis Colts Quarterback Peyton Manning's locker from the RCA Dome has sold for $10,600 in an online auction. It was the final item in the BuyTheDome.com auctions. Proceeds have gone to various Colts supported charities.
Elkhart County establishes "rapid response task force"
Economic Development officials in Elkhart County are reporting an unprecedented response to initiatives to assist displaced workers in the area, which has been hard hit by RV industry layoffs. A "Rapid Response Task Force" has been organized to help people who have lost their jobs. The Economic Development Corporation of Elkhart County says there have been more than 71,600 visits to regional WorkOne offices since July 1. It also reports more than 11,000 views on the organization's work force assistance Web page in its first week.
Dow AgroSciences plans to grow work force in 2009
Plans by Dow Chemical Co. (NYSE: DOW) to reduce its global work force by roughly 11 percent and close facilities are not expected to stall research and development work at Indianapolis-based Dow AgroSciences. Dow Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Andrew Liveris has told investors the company "will continue to fund R&D spending and growth in market-facing businesses like Dow AgroSciences."
