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Northwestern Indiana Regional Planning Commission

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NIRPC is the Metropolitan Planning Organization and regional council of local governments for Northwest Indiana.

NIRPC’s purpose is to “provide a coordinative management process for Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties. NIRPC is a regional council of local governments serving the citizens of Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties in Northwest Indiana. The Northwest Indiana region is part of the U.S. Census Bureau's Chicago Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). NIRPC provides a forum that enables the citizens of Northwest Indiana to address regional issues relating to transportation, the environment and community, and economic development. NIRPC, as a recipient of federal funds, is subject to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). Title VI prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, creed and national origin. The ADA prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability.

10/15/2026

The R4R Mitigation Grant Program, a new initiative that rewards small businesses for investing in disaster risk reduction.

Here's how it works: Complete a free Disaster Resilience course on Verizon's Small Business Digital Ready platform — either Know Your Hazards or Build Your Business Continuity & Mitigation Plan — and you'll be eligible to apply for a $5,000 grant to fund a mitigation project at your business. Projects can range from backup power systems and flood barriers to structural hardening and critical equipment protection.

The application window is from September 29 through November 15, 2026. But here's a bonus: applying for the Mitigation Grant automatically registers you for the Small Business R4R Grant Program. So, if a qualifying disaster hits your region, you'll already be in line for $5,000 in recovery support.

This is preparedness you can act on today. Visit https://ow.ly/oyXH50ZTmBK to start the process.

10/14/2026

NIRPC announces its biennial Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and invites project applications for federal surface transportation funds. Applications will be accepted from October 9, 2026, through November 5, 2026. Funds are available for highway and transportation infrastructure projects as well as transit operating, preventive maintenance, and capital costs, that will be implemented between 2028 and 2032.

To apply, please visit: https://ow.ly/MpL750ZX1Ey

10/13/2026

On October 14th, the American Discovery 250 Relay enters our great region! This nationwide event kicked off on July 1st from the Pacific Ocean and is planned to finish at the Atlantic about Thanksgiving. Participants will be carrying a special baton carrying a copy of the Declaration of Independence.

The route in NWI will start early morning in Lansing, cross the state line and head to the Indiana Dunes, then through La Porte County south to North Judson. The route will take full advantage of many of our great trails.

For a map of the day's route, please click here: https://discoverytrail250.org/RelayDayMap.php?date=2026-10-14®ion=North

To join the relay for free, you can register here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/americandiscoverytrail/event/250relay/

10/06/2026

Rural Indiana communities interested in joining the 2027 Rural Placemaking Studio can learn about the program and application process through a series of upcoming virtual events, beginning with an Oct. 9 info session. Applications open Oct. 9, 2026, and close Nov. 20, 2026.

Explore Rural Placemaking Studio virtual events here: https://ow.ly/FHQt50ZTmIi

10/05/2026

Please see graphic for this opportunity to learn GIS basics...

10/02/2026

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Small Business B(AI)sics initiative is offering a free AI training for small business owners with support from Google.

This training teaches how to apply AI in a way that can help you grow, stay competitive, and contribute to stronger local economies.

Why it matters: Sessions are built around the real challenges small business owners face every day—no prior tech or AI experience needed, just practical tools you can start using immediately.

To find a training near you, visit: https://ow.ly/bVEJ50ZTmFN

09/28/2026

IDHS and FEMA will be offering a One-Stop Shop for Storm Assistance at United Steelworkers Local 1014 beginning on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. This location will bring together resources and organizations that can help residents navigate recovery and get the support they need. In addition to FEMA staff being on-site, state services will be available, including social services, public health services, motor vehicle assistance, and applications for the state disaster relief fund

09/25/2026

Community Crossing Matching Grant (CCMG) - INDOT Call for projects for the State FY 2027 Community Crossings Program is now open and will close on September 30, 2026, at 5 pm ET. This call is expected to recur every September moving forward. Local Public Agencies that received lane mile distribution funding on June 30, 2026, are eligible to apply only for the difference between that amount and the $1 million cap. Furthermore, all 2024-1 and 2024-2 projects must have been closed out by August 31, 2026, and any owed CCMG funds must be repaid to remain eligible for future funding. You can find complete program information on INDOT’s Local Public Agency Programs website. https://loom.ly/nl84mCc

Address

6100 Southport Road
Portage, IN
46368

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12197636060

Website

http://www.nirpc.org/

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