Lt. Governor Skillman Awards Greensburg with a $29,160 Planning Grant

Lieutenant Governor Becky Skillman recently awarded the City of Greensburg with a $29,160 planning grant the city will use to fund a storm drainage planning study. These federal dollars are from the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Indiana's Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA) administers the grants.

"These planning studies are often the first step for communities that want to pursue new economic development opportunities," said Lt. Governor Skillman, who oversees OCRA. "These studies are costly for rural communities, but the state will continue to support communities that have a vision for improving the quality of life for Hoosiers."

The planning study will assess the city's current storm water system, which has many components that are outdated as well as areas with no existing storm water infrastructure.  The city frequently experiences poor drainage and standing water.  The completed plan will provide Greensburg with a comprehensive list of recommendations for improvements and will also include cost analyses, preliminary design data, and other resources. 

The CDBG grant program has proven to be an effective tool for community-based planning and research initiatives. Visit www.in.gov/ocra for additional information on this grant program. 

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