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RILEY ART TRAIL Project Information

Construction Dates June 2024 – July 2025

 

Riley Art Trail Downtown Greenfield Construction Update January 2025

As the City digs into streets, sidewalks and underground utilities that are over 100 years old, many issues have caused construction of the Riley Arts Trail to come to a standstill this winter.

Those issues include utility line conflicts at North Street and Pennsylvania causing the need for construction plans to be redesigned, and the necessary materials put on back order. Overhead utility lines that needed to be moved were left unclaimed by any Utility Company for weeks, and the contractor ran into 5 separate underground fuel storage tanks. The fuel tanks were historically used by businesses and homes along North Street for heat and light. Removal of the tanks had to be carefully completed by environmental professionals, and reports had to be made to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.

City Officials are reporting that construction plans have now been redrawn and approved, utility lines have been moved, materials are to be delivered this week, and removal of all the fuel tanks is now complete.

All construction delays have been resolved except for one - the weather. As soon as the weather allows, construction will begin once again. Opening the sidewalks and streets is our highest priority. All construction is expected to be completed by July of 2025.

 


The proposed undertaking is in downtown Greenfield along Riley Avenue, North Street, and East Street/American Legion Place in Hancock County, Indiana

The proposed project will construct a 0.7-mile concrete multiuse trail loop through downtown Greenfield. The Riley Trail will start and end at the existing 5.5-mile Pennsy Trail which extends from CR 150 W to CR 400 E within the city limits of Greenfield.

The proposed multiuse trail will be 10-foot-wide, replacing existing 5-foot-wide sidewalks.

Poetry of James Whitcomb Riley will be etched into the trail to be read as walking along in both directions.

Seven (7) interpretive panels are proposed along with 10 hand sculpted limestone benches by Cheryl Anne Lorance will be installed along the trail. The benches will depict Riley poetry excerpts, and Cheryl Anne’s art to illustrate the particular poem etched onto the bench.

Along the trail route seventeen (17) bump-outs will be constructed at the following intersections:

  • US 40/Main Street and Riley Avenue: bump-outs, and pedestrian crossing flashing beacons. Painted boulevards will merge traffic down to one lane on each side.
  • US 40/Main Street and Alley: bump-outs.
  • North Street and Pennsylvania Street: bump-outs.
  • North Street and SR 9/State Street: bump-outs, and a hawk signal as well as a refuge island in the center of SR9.
  • North Street and East Street: bump-outs.
  • US 40/Main Street and East Street/American Legion Place: bump-outs, and a hawk signal.
  • American Legion Place and South Street: bump-outs.

Forty-two (42) trees will be planted along the proposed trail route. Four types of large shade trees will be planted: Freeman Maple, Firespire American Hornbeam, Forum Tupelo, and Chinkapin Oak. When planted, the trees will be 4 inches in diameter and are expected to grow over 40 feet in height except for the Firespire American Hornbeam which will only grow to approximately 20 feet in height. In addition, five (5) trees within the project area will be removed. Four (4) of the trees planned for removal are within the Greenfield Residential Historic District.

Parking loss is anticipated as part of the project due to the addition of bump-outs along the project area and the construction of the trail which will encroach upon the roadway width and reduce it in some areas.

Currently there are 13 parking spaces on Riley Avenue, 15 parking spaces along US 40/Main Street, 61 parking spaces along North Street, and 75 parking spaces along East Street/American Legion Place. After the project there will be 0 parking spaces along Riley Avenue, 5 parking spaces along US 40/Main Street, 59 parking spaces along North Street, and 54 parking spaces along East Street/American Legion Place.

Though there is parking space loss throughout the project area, there are also public parking lots adjacent to the project area. There are several free public parking lots for those visiting the area located west of the courthouse on South Street, at the northeast corner of US 40/Main Street and East Street/American Legion Place, east of the Greenfield School Superintendent building on North Street, and at the southwest corner of US 40/Main Street and Pennsylvania Street. The residents along Riley Avenue will be expected to park in their driveways, garage, or side street.

The town is planning to install pedestrian-scale lighting posts along the length of the trail separately from this project using local funds.

 

Riley Trail General Construction Timeline For Public

 

City Hall Calendar

Historic Board of Review Meeting
Thu May 1st 2025, 4:00pm -
Traffic Safety Committee
Wed May 7th 2025, 1:30pm -

Comprehensive Plan Open House

Greenfield in Gear IconJoin us at Hancock County Public Library for a community open house. The open house will have the draft Comprehensive Plan available to view. The community will also have the opportunity to provide feedback and ask questions both during the open house and afterward on this website. Save the date and share it with your friends, family, and co-workers! We look forward to seeing you there!

Date: April 30, 2025

Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location: Hancock County Public Library (900 W McKenzie Rd, Greenfield, IN)

Riley Art Trail

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TIP411

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Hydrant Flushing

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Heavy Item Pickup

The City of Greenfield plans a two-week program to rid city properties of heavy items. Tyler Rankins Street Commissioner, announced that the 2025 Heavy Pick-up would be as follows:

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Treatment Plant Progress

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** UPDATED January 17 2024 ** 
 
Follow along as we build the City's new Waste Water Treatment Plant.
 

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2025 Teen Academy

Applications for the 2025 Greenfield Police Department Teen Academy are now being accepted. The teen academy is FREE for Hancock County residents
Applicants must be 14-17 years of age and have no criminal record.

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Meeting Videos

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P&L Tree Trimming

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City Calendar Notice

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The following meetings have been moved or cancelled for the month of March.

  • Please note there will not be a Historic Board of Review meeting for March 6, 2025
  • Please note there will not be a Plan Commission meeting for March 11th, 2025.
  • Please note there will not be a Board of Zoning Appeals meeting for March 18th, 2025.
 

Water Line Replacement

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The Greenfield Water Utility will be collecting an inventory survey of all water service line materials. Crews will be working now through Oct 2024. How can you help?

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New Police Dept Contact Map

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The Greenfield Police Department has created this interactive map to assist our community in communicating directly with officers. We ask that the community use this tool to report non emergency issues they are having around their residences rather than calling 911.
 
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Sanitary Sewer Cleaning

 

The Greenfield WasteWater Utility will be cleaning the sanitary sewers in Greenfield as an ongoing project. We will be removing debris and tree roots with a combination of high water pressure and tools designed to accomplish the job.

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Golf Cart Registrations

cart*** UPDATE **** Please watch the new information video concerning the use of golfcarts on city streets.

In 2017, the Greenfield City Council pased Ordinance 2017-19 allowing the limited use of golf carts on city streets. 

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Greenfield In Gear Comprehensive Plan a Roadmap for 2055

Greenfield in Gear IconListen up, Greenfield! Do you want to make a difference in our city? Our future? Well, we are proud to announce Greenfield’s new Comprehensive Plan – our growth and development roadmap for the year 2045. This plan presents a great opportunity for positive change in the community, and it needs YOUR voice!

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Police Bulletins

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Periodically, Police Bulletins will be posted asking for information on incidents currently under investigation. Please visit the Police Bulletins page, and check to see if you can help. Together, we can make our community safe.
 
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Minutes available online

City Council  and Board of Works minutes are available online by clicking the buttons below.
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Special Events and Road Permits

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Having a special event?
 
Need a POD storage container or dumpster sat in the roadway?
 
Want to have a block party?
 
You may need a permit. Applications are available below. If you have any questions please contact the Greenfield Police Department.
 
 
Additional ordinances covering public permits can be found at the City's Code of Ordinances online.

Put your camera to work!

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The Greenfield Police Department would like to partner with you to solve crime. If you have a home video surveillance system that may cover a driveway, sidewalk or roadway, we want to hear from you.

Follow the below link to list your camera with the Greenfield Police Department, and start fighting crime today!

Online Camera Registration

City Services After Hours Emergency Numbers

Power & Light 800-377-5807
Sewer Dept 877-861-6077
Water Dept. 877-861-6081
Storm Water Hotline 317-325-1327
Parks Department Maintenance 317-325-1464

 

Contact City Hall

Greenfield City Hall
10 South State Street
Greenfield, IN 46140-2364

City Phone Directory

Mayor's Office - 317-477-4300
Clerk Treasurer - 317-477-4310
Utility Billing - 317-477-4330
Planning (Permits) - 317-477-4320
Street Department - 317-477-4380
Power and Light - 317-477-4370
Wastewater Department - 317-477-4360
Park Cemetery - 317-477-4387
Pothole Hotline - 317-325-1680
Parks and Recreation - 317-477-4340
Water Department - 317-477-4350
Animal Management - 317-477-4367