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Dyer, Indianabranching out to the future

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• In 2015, the Town of Dyer was ranked as the 9th Safest City in Indiana by SafeWise.

• HomeSnacks ranked Dyer 9th Safest Place in Indiana based on the FBI’s Uniform Crime Report.

• And for the 4th year in a row crime reports are on the decline attributed to the collaborative effort between the community and the police department.

• Dyer is part of a community consor-tium focused on safety and preven-tion through the Tri-Town Safety Village, actual child-sized town that includes replicas of local businesses, a full size Survive Alive house and real railroad and street crossing areas complete with working train crossing and stop light equipment.

• Public works leads a coodinated effort when it comes to a multi- jursidictional storm water project.

• The Dyer Town Council and Redevelopment Commission recently completed construction improve-ments to more than 20 roads, including landscaping and parkway restoration.

About DyerPast

In 1830, the first permanent settlers came to Northwest Indiana. The earliest historical records date back to 1838. On June 1, 1855, the original plat of the town was established.

Aaron Norton Hart, a settler from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, played a key role in developing Dyer’s infrastructure in the 1860s and 1870s. Hart Street, one of Dyer’s major north-south streets, bears his name. Hart’s wife, Martha Dyer Hart, is the town’s namesake.

Dyer was incorporated as a town under Indiana law on February 8, 1910. During its history, the Town of Dyer has established itself as a progressive community that maintains a vision of the future while building upon a strong foundation of past accomplishments.

Present

Dyer provides exceptional essential services and strives to enhance a dynamic pace-setting quality of life while promoting pride in the community and business opportunities.

• The Town of Dyer has the distinction of • being listed on the “100 Best Places to

Live in the US” by CNN and Money Magazine. One of only three cities in Indiana to receive this designation.

• In 2015, the Town of Dyer was ranked #15 in the State of Indiana as “The Best Place for Young Families” by Nerd Wallet.

• The Town of Dyer, one of only 20 communities statewide, received the Green Legacy Community Award in recogni-tion of “Green” environmental efforts.

FutureThe Town and Park and Recreation Board recently approved a refined master plan for Central Park. This long term strategy for the park shows the ultimate goal of providing recreation spaces for all ages while also being aware of the parks location between future commercial development and existing residential development.

Left: Dyer Town Hall Clock TowerRight: Master Plan for Central Park

View looking South

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Business MindedDevelopmentLocated right on the Indiana-Illinois border, opportunities abound for developers, businesses and retailers. The town has multiple properties available for new commercial and residential construction, Lake Michigan water, and easy access to major highways and railways (com-muter and freight) with major Chicago airports less than an hour’s drive. An Amtrak station is conveniently located within the town’s footprint.

Dyer’s primary arterial road is US Route 30/Lincoln Highway, which runs east-west through the town. Along that stretch restaurants, retail, service and medical facilities including the Franciscan Alliance St. Margaret Hospital are found.

Current plans also include a new commuter rail station just minutes from Town Hall and the Calumet Avenue Corridor (see right). As a proactive community, Dyer looks to build it’s retail offerings, medical/office and support centers as well as light, clean manufacturing.

Incentives

It the community’s goal to aggressively utilize tools available at the local level to foster a positive business climate/experience and establish long lasting relationships with companies locating in Dyer.

Local incentives may include • Real Property and Personal Property Tax

Abatement (project specific up to 10 years on a sliding schedule)*

• Special financing options• Gap partnership loan (bond issue paid by

company)• Possible infrastructure/project improvements

using captured funds from TIF districts• Potential use of the Lake County Revolving

Loan Fund• Façade Improvement program up to $25,000

to existing structures within the TIF district for signage, exterior improvements, landscape and lighting

State incentives are also available if the project meets the established criteria.

Calumet Avenue CorridorUtilizing TIF and other funding, Dyer extended Calumet Avenue to US Route 30/Lincoln Highway creating commercial opportunities here to fore unprecedented in the community.

Surrounded by quality homesteads and anchored by restaurants, retail and boutique shopping along with Class A office/medical space, 80+/- acres are still available prime for development. Of that area approximately 40 acres are adjacent to Central Park, anticipated to be Dyer’s ultimate destination and recreational facility.

Available Acreage

Left: Aerial Image and MapRight: Development Opportunity Calumet Avenue Corridor

*following Town of Dyer protocol and Indiana State Statute

Central Park

Available Acreage

Available Acreage

Demographics

Population Total Population 15,800 Median Age 43.3 Distribution 48.33% Male 51.67% Female

Business & Jobs Top 5 Industries: Retail, Healthcare, Hospitality, Education and Office/Administrative Services

Total Establishments 586

Labor Force Town Labor Force 8,341 County Labor Force 237,885 Job Growth 6.28% since 2014 Total Establishments 586 Work Distribution 65% Blue Collar 34% White Collar Top Dyer Jobs by Occupation 14.5% Office & Administrative 10.13% Healthcare 9.63% Sales 7.17% Executive/Managers

Educational Attainment High School Education 92.72% Some College 23.54% College Degree 36.46% Colleges & Universities in 20 Mile Radius 8

Households Total Households 6,014: 74.06% Families 1 Person household 22.65% 2 Person household 36.17% 3 Person household 15.88% 4 Person household 15.23% 5+ Person household 9.09%

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Consumer Spending

Dyer has the third highest household income in Lake County. In conjunction with neighboring towns of Munster, Highland, Schererville, and St. John provides an attractive demographic market on multiple fronts.

Average yearly household income Average household expenditures

$75,820 $68,169

Consumer Spending 25 Mile Radius (2015)

53% more than the county55% more than the state38% more than the nation

Transportation • ShelterRetail • Food & BeverageUtilities • Healthcare

It is anticipated that the continued residential and overall growth of Dyer and the surrounding communities further enhances opportunities for retail and commercial development. Dyer has all of the competitive advantages including lower sales tax versus Illinois and the ability to draw from neighboring Illinois communities for shopping, dining and entertainment experiences.

Additional demographics and more in depth spending profiles available upon request. Left: Lake Central High School Pep RallyToasting Another Great Day in DyerFamily Fun at the Park

Apparel $1,793/household

$1,830,1666Men’s

Boy’s

Women’s

Girls’Infants

Footwear Accessories

Entertainment$2,858/household

$2,917,502

Admissions

AV Equipment

Recreational Equipment/ Supplies

Food/Beverage $7,622/household

$7,779,177

Food (Home)

Food (Away)

Alcoholic Beverages

7%

54%39%

40%

23%

37%

19%

4%

33%7%

5%

18%

14%

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Golfing at Briar Ridge Country ClubSummerFest FunRight: New Lake Central High SchoolCountry Club Living at Briar RidgeChi-Town Shooters (black) -vs- Battle Creek

Dyer Living

EducationDyer is served by the award winning Lake Central School Corporation. Public high school students living in Dyer are served by Lake Central High School located in St. John, Indiana. Three of the system’s schools are located within Dyer town limits: Kahler Middle School, Protsman Elementary, and Bibich Elementary. Private educational institutions are located throughout the area.

HousingOwners 91.65% Renters 8.35% Average Housing Cost $209,000

Dyer has something for everyone. The gated community of Briar Ridge features outstand-ing executive housing options. New residential options offer quality family accommodations, town homes and condominiums in a wholesome community-style environment

Entertainment & AmenitiesMultiple golf courses, parks and recreational activities, adult and youth programming and festivals can be found in Dyer. Additional amenities like the Northwest Indiana Symphony, South Shore Arts, Dunes National Lakeshore, Lake Michigan beaches and all the City of Chicago has to offer are just minutes away.

Dyer is home to the Chi-Town Shooters, a minor league professional ice hockey team that is a member of the All American Hockey League.

Golfing at Briar Ridge Country ClubSummerFest FunRight: New Lake Central High SchoolCountry Club Living at Briar RidgeChi-Town Shooters (black) -vs- Battle Creek

Town of Dyer Looking to Locate in Dyer?Dyer Town Hall Contact the Lake County IN Economic AllianceOne Town Square info@lcea.usDyer, IN 46311 www.lcea.uswww.townofdyer.com (219) 756-4317(219) 865-6108

Front: Flags of Honor US Route 30 • Franciscan Hospital US Route 30 • Pheasant Hills Park • Shopping at the Galleria. Below: Meyer’s Castle Dining & Events • Amtrak Dyer Train Station • Manufacturing at Hadady Corporation • Vino Tini Nightlife

2016 Project underwritten by a partnership of the Dyer Redevelopment and Economic Development Commissions