Overview

Construction of the Grant County PAC will provide all schools in the County a place for school functions, as well as provide a regional entertainment venue for several counties in the ECI region and beyond. The project was bid in 2020 but was delayed due to COVID-19 which subsequently increased construction prices. READI funds are being used to cover the additional expenses being incurred due to the delay. READI funds will be used to purchase mechanical and HVAC units for the building. The project will begin construction in July of 2022 and is projected to be completed by October 2023. The project is being delivered through a design-big-build process with the City of Gas City, IN serving as the project owner. Mechanical and HVAC work will be procured through a public bid process and will likely work under a general contractor for the project. The intended outcome of the project includes a capacity of 1,521 seats to provide quality entertainment and arts performances.