WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. – Forward Wayne County has launched Wayne County’s Countywide Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) for 2026-2033.

SIP was developed through a multi-step process that also relied on community input and drive. The process was led by Forward Wayne County, FWC Steering Committee, and HWC Engineering.

All incorporated communities in Wayne County were invited to participate, with ten of the 14 communities participating in workshops and stakeholder meetings.

Through the planning process, five investment areas were highlighted as priorities. Those areas include housing, infrastructure, parks and recreation, revitalization and beautification, and tourism.

These form a portfolio of more than 30 proposed projects. Some of these include the revitalization of Richmond’s Whitewater Gorge to rural enhancements in Greens Fork and infrastructure upgrades in Dublin.

The plan can be viewed here.