An Arizona charter school operator serving middle and high school students has filed plans to build a two-story school at Meridian and 22nd streets.

Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard, Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard say more local transit options are needed despite the steep cost. A ballot referendum would be required so voters could consider a 0.3-percent income-tax increase to pay for a $1.3 billion project.

Russel Settle, 92, was renowned for telling customers at the landmark Red Key Tavern to mind their manners in the northside pub featured in a Dan Wakefield novel.

Counties wanting to speed traffic among suburbs are building highways to avoid having to travel into Indianapolis. The result, a 100-mile outer loop beyond Interstate 465, won't be completed for years, and it won't be built to consistent standards, but it might help ease congestion.

Here are six recommendations to help Mayor Greg Ballard clarify his vision for Indianapolis as the city begins its second year under his leadership.