Pulaski County , Indiana , Comprehensive Plan

2026-11-03

A . Plan Vision Facilitate the planning process to devise a unifying vision for Pulaski County that takes into consideration the unique assets of each town , village , and area and the county ’ s diverse base of manufacturing , agricultural , and tourism assets . B . Community Assessment A comprehensive community assessment including both quantitative and qualitative data , as well as an analysis of key issues , trends , community strengths , et c ., should be developed . Data to be included and analyzed include , but are not limited to , • demographic , • economic , • housing - related , and • environmental . The community assessment should identify strengths and opportunities across multiple subject areas . As part of the community assessment , the new Plan should include a review of the 2009 Comprehensive Plan , the U . D . O ., and the plans developed by or for the Department of Community Development , outlining progress toward goals , objectives , and initiatives identified in the plans . This review should note what items were fully , partially , or not accomplished and consider how new projects , developments , and initiatives impacted progress toward or changed goals . Additionally , the Pulaski County Strategic Visioning Plan , commissioned by the Community Foundation of Pulaski County and prepared by Ball State ’ s Indiana Communities Institute , and the housing study prepared by the Housing Resource Hub . Deliverables • Data files of collected information and analysis outputs ; • Benchmarks ; • Narrative describing SWOT ( existing and future conditions ); and • Charts , maps , schematics , and / or tables that are beneficial . C . Public Engagement and Outreach An innovative and robust public - engagement strategy is integral to the Plan ’ s success . A strategy to involve stakeholders of incorporated and unincorporated Pulaski County , as well as members and staff of relevant governing and advisory bodies , will be critical . The public - engagement strategy should be multifaceted to reach diverse populations through a variety of outreach methods and should include an educational component regarding the role of the Comprehensive Plan and Indiana Planning and Zoning Laws . Deliverables • Public - engagement plan ; • Compilation of stakeholder input ; • Compilation of public comments and input ; • Meeting materials ( handouts , agendas , maps , minutes , et c .); and • Presentation of updates on the Plan at public meetings including , but not limited to , the Advisory Plan Commission and Board of Commissioners

Indiana

2026-04-08