Fort Harrison Reuse Authority 4.20.2026

The Fort Harrison Reuse Authority Board of the City of Lawrence, Indiana, held a public meeting on April 20, 2026, focusing on several key resolutions related to property transfer and economic development financing. The board unanimously approved Resolution 20262 concerning the transfer of certain property from the city, and Resolution 20263, which involved pledging tax increment revenues to support economic development revenue bonds for the Rebar TRG Fort Ben project. Additionally, the board conducted a public hearing and approved Resolution 20264, amending the reuse plan for the Fort Harrison military base reuse area to establish a standalone allocation area for tax increment revenues. The meeting also featured a video presentation highlighting recent and ongoing redevelopment projects at Fort Harrison, including a $20 million bond issuance to support the Fort Ben project, a $6.2 million commercial development led by Foamcraft, and residential expansions. The board discussed ongoing stewardship of the area, including architectural reviews and financial audits, and noted continued engagement with developers and community partners. No new purchasing decisions or contract awards were detailed beyond the bond-related financial commitments.