Town of Danville, Indiana

In May 2025, the Town of Danville issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the development of a comprehensive Thoroughfare Plan. The project was awarded to HWC Engineering in June 2025, with work beginning in July 2025. The plan is anticipated to be completed by early fall 2026.

This updated Thoroughfare Plan will replace the 2010 plan and help guide how Danville grows, connects, and moves—now and in the future. It serves as a long-range transportation planning document that identifies existing and future roadways, connections, road classifications, and improvements needed to support the community.

Public Engagement Timeline

Community Survey: February 11–24, 2026

A survey link will be distributed shortly.

Public Input Workshop (Open House):

February 24, 2026

Town Hall | 6:00–7:30 PM

Big Ideas Meeting: Spring 2026 (date to be determined)

This meeting will review input gathered from the Steering Committee, stakeholders, community survey, and public input workshop.

Public Presentation: Summer 2026 (date to be determined)

Public Hearing and Adoption: Fall 2026

At this time, no maps are available, as no decisions have been made. During the Public Input Workshop, working maps will be provided for residents to share input on desired roadway improvements, future connections, and road classifications.

Residents with questions about the process are encouraged to contact Lesa Ternet, Town Planner, at 317-745-4180 ext. 1101 or by email at lternet@danvillein.gov.

A Steering Committee has been established and includes:

Mark Morgan, Town Manager

Will Lacey, Assistant Town Manager / Parks Department

Barry Lofton, Utilities Director / Stormwater Director

Lesa Ternet, Town Planner

Jim Hilton, Police Chief

Rick Duncan, Fire Chief

David Newell, Street Department Superintendent

Jeff Banning, Banning Engineering, PC

Adam Harvey, Danville Plan Commission

John Ayers, Hendricks County Engineer

Christi Swanson, Danville Community School Corporation Transportation Director

Bret Doub, Town Council

Ben Comer, Redevelopment Commission

Stakeholder interviews are currently underway, with participation still being confirmed. Stakeholders invited to participate represent a broad range of perspectives, including:

Town leadership and government agencies

Planning and technical partners

Utility providers

Local businesses and developers

Residents and neighborhood groups

Schools and community institutions

Regional and transportation partners

Special interest and advocacy groups