Road work and pavement set to begin in Town of Shelburn
The Town of Shelburn is set to begin road improvements with the paving of a number of street segments beginning Tuesday, September 22. As a result of the Indiana Department of Transportation’s (INDOT) Community Crossing Grant Program, the Town of Shelburn was awarded $497,664.75 earlier this year to fund improvements to the town’s roads.
The Community Crossing Grant Funds are designed to invest in infrastructure projects to support Indiana’s tourism and economic development, create jobs and strengthen local transportation. These road improvements provide an essential means to further connect and engage rural Indiana.
“We are grateful for our collaboration with INDOT and for their recognition in our community,” states Jay Southwood, Town Clerk/Treasurer. “There are many unseen steps when it comes to making progress; however, this project is a tangible result of the work put in and the work ahead. I am proud of our community for what’s been accomplished and am optimistic about the future.”
Although road pavement will begin September 22, Wabash Valley Asphalt crew members plan to begin prep work on the roads as early as Friday, September 18. Residents are encouraged to be mindful of parking along the streets and to ensure their trash bins are left on the sidewalks and off the streets.
The Community Crossing Grant Funds are designed to invest in infrastructure projects to support Indiana’s tourism and economic development, create jobs and strengthen local transportation. These road improvements provide an essential means to further connect and engage rural Indiana.
“We are grateful for our collaboration with INDOT and for their recognition in our community,” states Jay Southwood, Town Clerk/Treasurer. “There are many unseen steps when it comes to making progress; however, this project is a tangible result of the work put in and the work ahead. I am proud of our community for what’s been accomplished and am optimistic about the future.”
Although road pavement will begin September 22, Wabash Valley Asphalt crew members plan to begin prep work on the roads as early as Friday, September 18. Residents are encouraged to be mindful of parking along the streets and to ensure their trash bins are left on the sidewalks and off the streets.
The following road segments have been prioritized for this year’s funding:
The town plans to pursue further grant opportunities in 2021.
- Mill Street - North Railroad Street to Town Limits (App. 880' East of Jackson Street)
- Thomas Street - Mill Street to Town Limits (App. 900' North of Broadway Street)
- Griffith Street - State Street to Warren Street
- Griffith Street - Thomas Street to State Street
- Griffith Street - Illinois Street to Washington Street
- Maple Street - Thomas Street to Town Limits (App. 180' East of Warren Street)
- Delaware Street - Mill Street to Broadway Street
- Ohio Street - Broadway Street to State Road 48
- Garfield Street - Kentucky Street to Delaware Street
- Delaware Street - Garfield Street to Harrison Street
The town plans to pursue further grant opportunities in 2021.
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Shelburn Town Council Commits Fund to Water Flow System Project at Sullivan County Medical Complex
July 29, 2020
In a unanimous vote yesterday evening, the Shelburn Town Council passed two resolutions to commit to raising 20% of the matching funds needed to improve the water flow system to the Sullivan County Medical Complex. The other 80% of the matching funds will be applied for through an EDA grant. These new funds for the town of Shelburn aim to improve fire protection at the complex.
“This is another step toward positive collaboration with the Sullivan County Redevelopment Commission in upgrading the water system in the hospital complex,” states Jay Southwood, Shelburn Clerk-Treasurer. “By utilizing federal funds available through the CARES Act, we can
make necessary improvements that will positively impact Sullivan County.”
West Central Indiana Economic Development District and Midwestern Engineers, Inc. have been working with the town of Shelburn to upgrade its water system in the hospital complex by seeking Economic Development Authority funding available through the CARES Act, an opportunity that requires matching funds.
While the Sullivan County Redevelopment Commission previously voted 4-0 to approve TIF funding, the matching funds in the proposed EDA grant needed to be determined through the resolutions passed in yesterday evening’s meeting.
“We have an opportunity to get about 80% of this funded through the grant,” states Southwood. “If we can raise the other 20% alongside the Sullivan County Redevelopment Commission, then we will be positioned to make this much needed upgrade to benefit the entire county.”
“This is another step toward positive collaboration with the Sullivan County Redevelopment Commission in upgrading the water system in the hospital complex,” states Jay Southwood, Shelburn Clerk-Treasurer. “By utilizing federal funds available through the CARES Act, we can
make necessary improvements that will positively impact Sullivan County.”
West Central Indiana Economic Development District and Midwestern Engineers, Inc. have been working with the town of Shelburn to upgrade its water system in the hospital complex by seeking Economic Development Authority funding available through the CARES Act, an opportunity that requires matching funds.
While the Sullivan County Redevelopment Commission previously voted 4-0 to approve TIF funding, the matching funds in the proposed EDA grant needed to be determined through the resolutions passed in yesterday evening’s meeting.
“We have an opportunity to get about 80% of this funded through the grant,” states Southwood. “If we can raise the other 20% alongside the Sullivan County Redevelopment Commission, then we will be positioned to make this much needed upgrade to benefit the entire county.”
Shelburn, IN Promotes Downtown Revialization with Two Demolitions
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June 30, 2020
Small but mighty, Shelburn, Indiana has always dreamed big and achieved great things. With a population just under 1,300 citizens, Shelburn has continued their visionary approach through downtown revitalization. Last week, two dilapidated properties were demolished in a scheduled demolition to align with the town’s goal of beautification, enhancing overall quality of life and promoting economic development.
The two properties, an old house located on West Griffith Street, and an old tavern located on Washington Street, were the centers for the demolitions.
“Cleaning up and tearing down these rundown, dilapidated properties is part of the bigger picture for Shelburn,” states Jay Southwood, Shelburn Clerk/Treasurer. “Restoring and revitalizing our town is our contribution to the development of our town and region.”
With the properties demolished, the town has a number of ideas and options for its next occupant. Whether it be greenspace, new buildings or houses, both lots offer viable space for future development and revitalization.
The demolitions are funded by the town’s recent increase in local income taxes.
“I think it’s important for our citizens to see tangible results when it comes to these projects that taxes support. These revitalization projects are a result of the LIT tax increase and their results stretch further than that. This is about economic development, quality of place and doing our
part to support the region’s growing tourism. It really is one piece of a greater puzzle.”
The town plans to continue a series of demolitions on a number of properties over the course of
the next few months.
The two properties, an old house located on West Griffith Street, and an old tavern located on Washington Street, were the centers for the demolitions.
“Cleaning up and tearing down these rundown, dilapidated properties is part of the bigger picture for Shelburn,” states Jay Southwood, Shelburn Clerk/Treasurer. “Restoring and revitalizing our town is our contribution to the development of our town and region.”
With the properties demolished, the town has a number of ideas and options for its next occupant. Whether it be greenspace, new buildings or houses, both lots offer viable space for future development and revitalization.
The demolitions are funded by the town’s recent increase in local income taxes.
“I think it’s important for our citizens to see tangible results when it comes to these projects that taxes support. These revitalization projects are a result of the LIT tax increase and their results stretch further than that. This is about economic development, quality of place and doing our
part to support the region’s growing tourism. It really is one piece of a greater puzzle.”
The town plans to continue a series of demolitions on a number of properties over the course of
the next few months.
Blessing Box
April 23, 2020
Community Club
The Town of Shelburn has placed a Blessing Box on the south side of Mill Street, just east of Washington Street, as a place to provide donations of food, personal items and household products to those in need. Citizens are encouraged to take what they need or donate what they can contribute. A specific list of items needed can be found at the local post office.
Monetary donations can also be made and sent to the Shelburn Community Club, P.O. Box 35, Shelburn, IN 47879. All monetary donations will be used to purchase items to fill the box.
The Town of Shelburn has placed a Blessing Box on the south side of Mill Street, just east of Washington Street, as a place to provide donations of food, personal items and household products to those in need. Citizens are encouraged to take what they need or donate what they can contribute. A specific list of items needed can be found at the local post office.
Monetary donations can also be made and sent to the Shelburn Community Club, P.O. Box 35, Shelburn, IN 47879. All monetary donations will be used to purchase items to fill the box.
Historic Interurban Depot Ribbon Cutting
July 8, 2019
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The Town of Shelburn, Indiana along with Congressman Larry Bucshon, and Senator Jon Ford celebrated the ribbon cutting of the newly rennovated and restored Shelburn Interurban Depot.Through grant funding and private investment, along with hard work by Strode Construction, the depot, which sat vacant since the early 2000s, has transformed and is ready for an investor to open a business in this space.
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The historic Shelburn Interurban Depot operated from 1906 to 1931. In 2015, the depot was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. With funding provided by OCRA and local government investment, rehabilitation was completed by Keymark Company out of Terre Haute, and the Town of Shelburn hopes to purpose the building as a restaurant/bar.
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