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Just outside the heart of downtown Indianapolis, twenty different neighborhoods form a community possessing the spirit and know-how to make the Near Eastside a great place to live, work, and play. Connected by shared challenges and goals, these neighborhoods are participating in a demonstration quality-of-life planning process as part of the Great Indy Neighborhoods Initiative.  Read More.
 
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St. Claire Place Neighborhood Revitalization
Planning & Implementation RFP
Indy-east Asset Development seeks highly qualified teams to submit planning and development proposals for a time-sensitive, large-scale urban neighborhood revitalization project in the St. Clair Place neighborhood. Collaborative teams will undertake a neighborhood-wide assessment and planning process with a goal of developing a detailed implementation strategy that is sensitive to existing residents while realizing economic realities in the downtown housing market. Teams are sought with the capacity to facilitate a smooth, expedient transition from planning to implementation, either by demonstrated ability to serve in both capacities, or through experience working with a master developer.

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Indy-east Asset Development Executive Director Opening
Indy-east Asset Development (I-AD) seeks an experienced professional to lead a rapidly growing community development corporation. Reporting to the I-AD Board, the Executive Director will work collaboratively to implement a major housing redevelopment project and develop other neighborhood-based housing assets. Opportunities through the Near Eastside Super Bowl Legacy Project and the resident-led Quality of Life Plan mean that I-AD must accelerate its growth and build its capacity at an extremely rapid rate. Applicant should be able to work collaboratively, and demonstrate at least four yeas of leadership experience in community development, particularly in financial management, urban planning, real estate and/or economic development, neighborhood housing, fund raising, and project management. Minimum of B.A., graduate degree preferred. Please apply by October 20, 2008.  More Information
 
NESCO Director Opening
The Near East Side Community Organization seeks a full-time director. The Director will work to manage the day to day operations of NESCO. Candidates must have a background in working in and with Neighborhood Associations and other Neighborhood Serving Organizations. Candidates must also have a working knowledge of the Near East Side of Indianapolis. Position Responsibilities: Manage and oversee the successful operation of NESCO. Act as the hub of communication to and from member neighborhood groups and partners. Oversee the implementation of various priorities laid out in the Near Eastside Quality of Life Plan where NESCO has been identified as the lead organization. Work with Near Eastside residents and organizations to maintain a positive relationship with Marion County Community Corrections and the Duvall Residential Facility. Successful candidate is available for evening and weekend work. Experience with fundraising and desktop publishing is preferred. Send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: Josh Bowling, NESCO Personnel Committee, 2236 E. 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46201, or jbowling@inrc.org.  We will only consider resumes that are in hand by Wednesday, October 15, 2008.
 
NESCO Congress & Plan Celebration!
Over 300 people of all types attended the 2008 Congress and GINI Plan Celebration.  Mayor Ballard and Deputy Mayor Olgen Williams joined in the festivities. 

To check out photos from the event, click here.

Mayor announces $10 million in infrastructure investment for near-eastside as part of Great Indy Neighborhoods Initiative
Mayor Bart Peterson, alongside Near Eastside community leaders and neighbors, announced approximately $10 million in infrastructure improvements as part of the Great Indy Neighborhoods Initiative (GINI).  FULL STORY
 
 
East: Emerson Avenue
West: Interstate 65
North: Mass Ave & 21st Street
South: Railroad Tracks South of Washington Street
 
Joe Bowling
2236 East 10 St.
Indianapolis IN 46201
(317) 808-2357
jbowling@enn.org 
 
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Partners
  1. NESCO
  2. Area Youth Ministry
  3. Arsenal Heights Civic League
  4. Brookside Neighborhood Assoc.
  5. Centenary Christian Church
  6. Community Choice Credit Union
  7. Cottage Home Neighborhood Assoc.
  8. The Damien Center
  9. East 10th Street Civic Association
  10. East 10th Street UMC
  1. Children and Youth Center
  2. Emerson Heights Community Org
  3. Englewood Christian Church CDC
  4. Holy Cross Neighborhood Assoc.
  5. IndyEast Asset Development
  6. John H. Boner Community Center
  7. Little Flower Neighborhood Assoc
  8. Miracle Place
  9. Old National Road Business Assoc
  10. Partners in Housing
  1. People’s Health Center HealthNet
  2. Relmagine Neighborhoods
  3. Riley Area Development Corp
  4. Rivoli Park Neighborhood Assoc
  5. RMS10 Neighborhood Assoc
  6. RTMT Neighborhood Assoc
  7. Springdale Neighborhood Assoc
  8. Treasured Homes, Inc
  9. Willard Park of HCW
  10. Woodruff Place Assoc