City of Huntington Redevelopment Commission

Overview

The City of Huntington Redevelopment Commission (RDC) is a five-member body with one ex-officio advisor. It operates under the authority of Indiana Code IC 36-7-4-14. The RDC’s primary goal is to increase economic opportunity by using public resources to attract private investment—resulting in increased property values, job creation and retention, and enhanced quality of life.

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Districts

The Redevelopment Commission administers two TIF districts:

• 2008 Consolidated Economic Development Area
• Cinergy MetroNET Economic Development Area

Duties of the Commission

Under state law, the Redevelopment Commission is charged with the following responsibilities:

• Investigate, study, and survey areas needing redevelopment within the City’s boundaries.
• Identify and address the causes of areas needing redevelopment.
• Promote land use that best serves the interests of the City and its residents.
• Collaborate with other City departments, government agencies, and public entities.
• Produce reports on activities, available for public review at department offices.
• Select and acquire areas for redevelopment.
• Re-plan and dispose of redevelopment areas to serve the City’s social and economic interests.

Commission Membership

Members of the RDC serve one-year terms; the non-voting advisor serves a two-year term. Membership includes:

• Three citizen members appointed by the Mayor who reside in the City.
• Two citizen members appointed by the Common Council who reside in the City.
• One non-voting advisor, appointed by the Mayor, who must be a member of the School Board.

Board Members in Accordance with IC 5-14-9

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