cirda: central indiana regional development authority

Central Indiana Regional Development Authority

CIRDA:  Central Indiana communities speaking with one voice. 

Through CIRDA, elected executives throughout Central-Indiana, irrespective of political party, speak with one voice on key issues. Established pursuant to IC § 36-7.7, CIRDA fosters collaboration and cooperation among Central-Indiana municipalities and counties to advance economic development, address regional issues and work with Indiana’s private and not-for-profit sectors.
CIRDA advances the region by focusing on projects and funding opportunities that promote to quality of place, infrastructure,  economic development and growth in Central-Indiana.

A Place to Call Home

About 1/3 of Indiana’s population calls Central-Indiana home. Central-Indiana is a multicultural, diverse region of eclectic cities, desirable suburbs and charming small towns. Economically, Central-Indiana is equally diverse. From advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and biopharmaceutical giants like Eli Lilly to the sports, entertainment, and services industries, Central-Indiana offers unrivaled opportunity to entrepreneurs, skilled laborers, service providers and professionals alike.

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CIRDA represents almost 90% of Central Indiana’s population.  Whether an urban community like Indianapolis, rural communities like Greenfield and Martinsville or suburbs like Carmel and Fishers, CIRDA’s members are united by a common cause:  a thriving Central-Indiana where industry, entrepreneurism and creativity drives Indiana’s success.

For a closer look at CIRDA’s member communities, take a look at our interactive map.

Map of the entire CIRDA region

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Why Central-Indiana

Central-Indiana is the hub of Indiana progress. With job opportunities in Fortune 500 companies, extraordinary healthcare access, higher education at world-renowned institutions, the region offers unmatched opportunities.

Key Industries

Central-Indiana boasts a global economy founded on the logistics, advanced manufacturing, information technology, life sciences, agribusiness, and sports entertainment industries.

Vision for the Future

Central-Indiana leads in creating nodes where innovation, education, and life intersect. The region invests in hubs that retain and attract talent, drive education opportunity, and promote entrepreneurship.

Entertainment

Central-Indiana is known for fast cars and blockbuster events like the NBA All-Star Game, Indy 500, and NCAA events. It has an acclaimed culinary and brewing scene, and a plethora of cultural institutions and performing arts centers.

Residents
2000000
Total GDP (1/3 of Indiana's GDP)
$ 140 Billion
Average Wages
23 %

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Our Membership

To date, CIRDA represents over 90% of the incorporated Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson metropolitan statistical area. With almost 30 members, CIRDA is a statutorily-formed, regional entity, comprised of municipal executives from our Central-Indiana communities. CIRDA aligns Central-Indiana communities to drive economic development and address key issues within the region.

Our Membership

CIRDA LEADERSHIP

NEWS

CIRDA’s monthly Board of Directors meetings are open to the public and your attendance is welcomed.   Interested in staying up-to-date on CIRDA?  Check out  newsletters and social media!

Get in Touch With CIRDA

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