Commission adds workforce partner for 529 Washington St. redevelopment application

Sep 23, 2026

The commission approved Resolution 7749 to amend an MOU so Center Workforce Innovations is included as a co-applicant for redevelopment of 529 Washington Street and to support a disaster supplemental grant application.

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The Gary Redevelopment Commission voted Sept. 23 to approve Resolution 7749, which amends a memorandum of understanding to include Center Workforce Innovations (CWI) as a co-applicant for redevelopment work at 529 Washington Street. Director Harris told commissioners the change clarified prior language that had referenced "Northwest Indiana Works" and was necessary for the joint grant submission and partnership structure.

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