Casey Adopts Business District Redevelopment Program Alongside Local Grant Initiatives

City of Casey City Council Meeting | March 16, 2026

Article Summary: The Casey City Council formally adopted a Business District Redevelopment Program on Monday, advancing local commercial initiatives while city officials confirmed the submission of a new community grant application.

Casey Economic Development Key Points:

• The council unanimously approved the Business District Redevelopment Program following a recent committee review.

• Economic Development Director Tom Daughhetee confirmed the city officially submitted its CPF grant application last week.

• The council also received a planning update regarding the city’s upcoming Big 250 Celebration.

The Casey City Council on Monday, March 16, 2026, unanimously approved a new Business District Redevelopment Program as part of an ongoing effort to stimulate local economic growth.

The program was brought to the floor by Alderman Marcy Mumford and Economic Development Director Tom Daughhetee. The two officials reviewed the findings of the Economic Development Committee, which had met on Friday, March 13, to thoroughly discuss the framework of the redevelopment initiative. Following the presentation, Alderman Mumford offered a motion to approve the Business District Redevelopment Program. The motion was seconded by Alderman Lori Wilson and passed in a 4-0 vote by all present council members.

Director Daughhetee also utilized his officer’s report to update the council on several other ongoing community initiatives. He informed the board that following a recent special meeting, the city successfully submitted its application for a CPF grant last week.

Additionally, Daughhetee reported on the city’s upcoming Big 250 Celebration. Local resident Patty Richards was present at the meeting to go over specific celebration plans and coordinate with city officials.