Want to show your community spirit? Refresh, at 312 E. Main Street in Downtown Muncie, is selling these awesome t-shirts designed by Kyle Johnson. Visit Refresh, a cool local store specializing in unique furniture, home decor, and gifts, and while you’re there be sure to pick one up! You can read more about the story behind the shirts on Refresh’s blog.
Celebrate Our City Sesquicentennial Ball
September 19, 2015 (6:30 – 11:00 pm)
The Horizon Convention Center will host “Celebrate Our City: The Sesquicentennial Ball” on September 19, 2015. The black-tie optional evening will feature a dinner, dance and awards to commemorate Muncie’s celebration of 150 years and honor Muncie’s history of public service. Public service awards will be presented by Mayor Dennis Tyler, Muncie Police Chief, Steve Stewart and Muncie Fire Chief, Edward Bell.
The Sesquicentennial Ball is open to the public and will provide an opportunity to honor Muncie’s 150 years and show support for public service within our community. The cost is $25 per person ($50 per couple) and tickets are available until September 11, 2015 at the Horizon Convention Center Reception Desk or online at www.muncie.ticketleap.com. The event is from 6:30 p.m. – 11 p.m. and tickets purchased before August 14th include VIP admission at 5:30 p.m. which features an opportunity to meet the mayor and enjoy a complimentary signature cocktail before the event begins. Black Tie Optional
“We are incredibly proud of Muncie’s accomplishments in its 150 years and of those who protect the community through public service. This event is in honor of Muncie and those who make this community a great place to live and work. We invite all Muncie supporters to join us at the Celebrate Our City Sesquicentennial Ball on September 19th,” Joann McKinney, Horizon Convention Center president and CEO.
More information about “Celebrate Our City Sesquicentennial Ball” can be found on the Muncie Sesquicentennial Facebook page, www.facebook.com/muncie150th.
2015-2016 City of Muncie Paving Plan
The City of Muncie recently released it’s plans for paving for 2015 thru 2016 and many large paving projects are included on the list including much of North Wheeling Avenue and West Bethel Avenue.
July 04, 2015 – ALL-IN Event @ Minnetrista
Held prior to America’s Hometown Band and fireworks, visitors found out how they can make our city and state a better place to live, work, and play! All-IN participants celebrated by joining local partners in challenges to win great prizes. Experiences were shared on social media using the hashtag #ALL_INMuncie.
Building Better Neighborhoods challenged visitors to Discover why they love Muncie. For more photos taken at the Building Better Neighborhoods booth please click here.
Flood Damage Report Form
2 1/2 to 3 inches of rain fell in a short period of time on the evening of Friday, June 26th and much of the city experienced some amount of water intrusion. If you experienced damage to your property due to flooding that occurred on June 26th, 2015, the City of Muncie is asking that you fill out this online form. Resident claims may help the city meet the federal threshold for emergency assistance.
Muncie Planning Documents
Muncie-Delaware County Comprehensive Plan: TogetherDM
2009-2030 Delaware-Muncie Transportation Plan Update
City of Muncie’s 5-Year Parks & Recreation Master Plan 2014
Vision 2027 Strategic Plan
Vision 2027 is the Muncie-Delaware County Economic Development Alliance’s current comprehensive five-year economic development program.