Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in New Albany public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues in parks rec with medium priority
Playground and flood-zone park planning
The river is at 19.58 feet and dropping, and crews are testing equipment and turning gates ahead of flood season, which starts November 1. The district says it's in good shape going in.
Mt. Tabor ("Dike") Park groundbreaking
A groundbreaking for the park project at the former QRS site is set for September 16 at 10 a.m., with the boat ramp lot serving as primary parking.
Five active redevelopment projects
Public works facility, animal shelter, Silver Street turf fields, mountain bike park, and RV park are all moving — several breaking ground this summer. The RV park aims to draw overnight visitors to the riverfront.
Special Event Permits
Four events got permits: a veterans ruck march, a gospel celebration tied to America's 250th, the summer concert series, and a recovery-awareness concert. Expect downtown crowds and street closures on those dates.