![]() Vicki explained that both the new Courtyard Marriott Muncie and Horizon Convention Center are doing very well. Vicki Veach, executive director of the Muncie Downtown Development Partnership reviewed some of the achievements that have taken place downtown over the past few years. 100 new homes are being targeted to be built that are both market rate homes and income based homes. To address that need, a number of housing projects are being developed right now. Most Muncie Realtors agree there is a lack of inventory here, with many homes selling in a week to 10 days. Fallon explained that currently, condos in Muncie sell in one day. The Live Near Your Work initiative requires an increase in housing in Muncie. Opportunities to rebuild neighborhoods and communities.Less traffic congestion and fewer road construction delays.More effective use of transportation system (bike, walk, bus).Additional people to support local activities and facilities. ![]() Added professional community engagement and leadership.Economic impact from consumable income spent here.Improved quality of life and community character.More time for families, relaxation, hobbies and interests.Local area has a lower incidence of crime than many metro areas.Locally living employees received higher performance evaluations.Access to arts, culture, recreation and leisure activities.Get to live in a college community with NCAA Division I athletics.Opportunities for all types of housing options.Less stressful commutes, improved mental health.Greater and deeper engagement with community.Savings from a lower cost of living, housing and taxes.Greater relationship opportunities with employer team.More convenient – for work and other activities.Improved quality of life, healthy work-life balance.Potential for greater community engagement.Greater opportunities for innovation, research and related endeavors.Greater engagement with employer and employee team.Improved productivity, job satisfaction and institutional morale.Reduced employee turnover and re-training expenses.Improved employee recruitment and access to labor markets.Both organizations are encouraging new hires to live in Muncie. The program is highly supported by Ball Hospital and Ball State University. John Fallon gave an update on the Live Near Your Work initiative. State of construction as of November 4th at Silver Birch of Muncie Residential Care Facility. J| Healthy Community Alliance Recognizes Tobacco Prevention Efforts in Jay County.J| Community Foundation Announces More 2023 Scholarship Recipients.J| Activities Planned for Juneteenth Muncie.J| Ball State University Board of Trustees Approves Development Agreement for The Village Project. ![]() J| Jocelyn Roberson Named 2023 Delaware County Fair Queen.J| Apply Now for Volunteer Opportunities at ‘Fire Up Downtown’ To Be Held on August 5th.J| Midwest Writers Workshop Celebrates 50th Conference, July 19-22.J| Cornerstone Center for the Arts to Hold BBQ Cook-Off.J| IU Health Ball Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients.Janu| How to Submit a Story Suggestion to. ![]() ![]()
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