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EYE ON THE PIE: Indiana turning toward Houdini plans

January 16, 2006

“What should the Indiana General Assembly do during this session?” The question came from Ralph Write, a newly minted reporter. “I’m glad you asked,” I replied. “Simple solutions from simple people would be simply spectacular. But the issues are complex and I don’t know if the legislators have the information they need to decide intelligently any of the major questions before them. “For example,” I expounded, as Ralph took more notes than were warranted by my remarks, “there is the…

AGENDA INDIANAPOLIS 2006: City made progress in some areas, but top priorities require more work

January 2, 2006

The wheels are beginning to turn on a multi-county transit plan, now that the Central Indiana Regional Transportation Authority is mostly in place. The authority, charged with coordinating and, ultimately, administering a regional transit system, was formed at the end of 2004, about the time IBJ asked readers to rank the most pressing issues facing the city. The results of the survey, published last January, revealed public transportation and congestion issues as the largest concern, followed by the need for…

In the new year, building on the successes of 2005:

January 2, 2006

This past year was one of the most active and successful in our city’s history. We pushed through legislation to fund an expansion of the Indiana Convention Center and build a new multi-purpose stadium, both of which will be tremendous boons to our region’s economy, pumping in more than $2.25 billion in investment and creating more than 4,200 permanent jobs over the next 10 years. In addition, through the leadership of the governor and legislature, a one-of-a-kind regional funding solution…

ATA struggles to survive:

December 26, 2005

ATA Airlines in 2005 was gutted into a shell of its former glory. On the upside, it ended the year with a $100 commitment from New York finance firm MatlinPatterson Global Opportunities Partners. That could set the stage for the company to emerge from Chapter 11 bankruptcy in February, 16 months after it filed. But the price of restructuring was high for Indianapolis. The company, which just a year ago was the busiest carrier at Indianapolis International Airport, will discontinue…

Storrow Kinsella Associates Inc.: Landscape firm aims to improve urban settings Architectural training helps SKA in bid to transform communities

December 12, 2005

John Kinsella is proud of Davlan Park, a collection of grass, trees, plants and public art tucked away on a tiny patch of green next to the Mass Ave Starbucks. He smiles when he sees someone sitting on a bench or at a table, taking a break from the bustling commercial corridor. He remembers when the so-called pocket park was just neglected space. But that was before Storrow Kinsella Associates worked its magic. The 20-year-old landscape architecture firm, owned by…

GERALD BEPKO Commentary: Don’t underestimate value of teamwork

December 12, 2005

Any area of human activity can be improved by good teamwork. Teamwork requires leadership, by both those designated as team leaders and team members alike. In sports, as in life, the most valuable player is often not the person who calls the plays. Teamwork is explored in an interesting way in a 2002 book by management consultant Patrick Lencioni titled, “Five Dysfunctions of a Team.” The book is getting renewed attention because of the interest of sports leaders. Seven NFL…

Republic Airways buffeted by U.S. Airways pilot turbulence: Locally based carrier gets favorable ruling in one dispute, but remains mired in separate $1.2B lawsuit

December 12, 2005

Republic Airways Holdings Inc. has landed a break from an arbitrator who ruled the Indianapolis regional airline is obligated to hire no more than half the 300 pilots employed by US Airways’ MidAtlantic regional airline, which Republic is acquiring. Regional carrier Republic can avoid higher personnel costs by not having to hire as many U.S. Airways pilots with seniority. The amount of the savings was not immediately available. But Republic remains a defendant in a complicated, $1.2 billion lawsuit that…

BEHIND THE NEWS: ATA’s new flight plan: Rely on military for bulk of revenue

December 5, 2005

ATA Holdings Corp. has been so busy in recent months slashing scheduled service and reducing costs in other ways that its comparatively problem-free militarycharter business has received almost no public attention. But new filings in bankruptcy court show that business is expected to generate nearly 52 percent of ATA’s revenue in 2006, providing stability and a steady profit as the airline tries to regain its footing in scheduled service. The company, which sought Chapter 11 protection in October 2004, hopes…

Southwest won’t land big ATA stake, after all: But low-fare airlines plan to broaden partnership allowing passengers on 1 carrier to transfer to other

November 28, 2005

ATA Holdings Corp.’s new business plan includes “an extended and more robust” code-share agreement with Southwest Airlines. But Dallas-based Southwest doesn’t intend to take an ownership stake in the bankrupt Indianapolis carrier, backing off its year-old plan to acquire 27.5 percent of the company when it exits bankruptcy. Those details are contained in recently filed court documents that provide a partial picture of ATA’s reorganization plan. The airline sought Chapter 11 protection in October 2004. The investment group proposing to…

Higher stadium price looms: Hurricanes likely to blow up costs for construction projects

November 21, 2005

The Gulf Coast hurricanes may push construction costs sharply higher for several years, experts say, potentially adding millions of dollars in costs to the $625 million football stadium as well as other public projects in their early stages. “Even a 1-percent cost increase on a project like [the stadium] is significant, and the effects from these hurricanes is likely to be higher than that,” said Patrick Barkey, an economist and director of economic and policy studies at the Miller College…

There’s more to logistics than forklifts and sweat: Colleges offer degrees for white-collar jobs in the field

October 31, 2005

It’s not sexy, but it’s where the jobs are. Ivy Tech Community College will offer an associate’s degree in logistics management, the latest effort in Indiana aimed at cultivating a work force for the transportation-distribution-logistics sector, known as TDL. Meanwhile, the University of Indianapolis is preparing a concentration in supply chain management that will have key applications in logistics careers. Experts say the educational push is sorely needed, yet it’s still a challenge to get young people interested in the…

EYE ON THE PIE: Writer blamed for promoting guilt

October 31, 2005

“See,” he said with rising voice, “that’s the snobbery, making other people feel guilty if they don’t value what you value. You do it all the time.” “Sir,” I said, disarmed by his rancor, “which of my columns bothered you?” “All of them, blast it, all of them,” he bellowed. “Last week you wanted us to enlist in the cause of property taxes. Before that, you insisted that cities and towns needed more taxing authority to stimulate economic growth. “Another…

One Call rings up regulatory ire: Carmel telecommmunications firm faces fines, legal action-and increased scrutiny from FCC

October 31, 2005

The Federal Communications Commission is threatening to revoke the operating authority of Carmel telecommunications firm One Call Communications for allegedly failing to remit millions of dollars in federal fees. In its second action against the firm since 2002, the agency also proposes a $1.1 million fine against One Call and parent OCMC Inc. The FCC complaint quietly launched in August comes after allegations made last spring by state regulators. The state allegations involved so-called “modem hijacking” of dial-up computer users,…

BioStorage gets set for major expansion: Three-year-old local firm eyeing West Coast, Europe

October 24, 2005

The 60 industrial-size freezers standing in formation like soldiers at attention look unassuming from the outside, but their contents are invaluable. Stored at temperatures of minus-80 degrees Celsius, the millions of biological samples inside the far-west-side warehouse represent the future of disease research and drug development. The repository is operated by BioStorage Technologies, a 3-year-old venture created by a pair of researchers who met at the local office of Princeton, N.J.-based Covance Inc., a drug-development services firm. Oscar Moralez developed…

EYE ON THE PIE: Let’s put retail where we want it

October 17, 2005

Before we get into anything this week, let me clear up an error from last week. I wrote that Techpoint received $2.3 million in government incentives for locating at Indianapolis International Airport. The company was Transpoint. My apologies to all who have cause to be offended. Now let’s get on to the problem of the chicken and the egg. Many folks wonder which came first. When we have trouble identifying causality, we cite the chickenand-egg problem. Is the clothing store…

Putting spotlight on art for new midfield terminal:

October 10, 2005

Alpha Blackburn, president and CEO of Indianapolis-based Blackburn Architects Inc., has been involved with the midfield terminal project from the very beginning. As one of the owner’s technical representatives, Blackburn Architects serves as a sounding board for the general aesthetics of the building. Blackburn, who has a master’s degree in fine arts, is now focused on something near and dear to her heart-overseeing the integration of artwork into the facility. “I feel especially appreciative of the fact that my background…

EYE ON THE PIE: Let’s make Indiana a true hub

October 10, 2005

Sometimes, the obvious is ignored. It is obvious that, geographically, Indiana holds a central position in North America. But when we think about economic development, we take this obvious point for granted. As business grows and incomes rise across the world, the demand for transportation increases. The question for Indiana becomes, “How much does this increase in demand translate into jobs and income for our citizens?” Most people understand that Indiana does not gain anything by having airplanes cross our…

Coastal is in the name, central Indiana is its game: California-based firm cultivating its local operations

October 10, 2005

Despite its name, Coastal Partners LLC is firmly entrenched in the heartland. Most of its current projects are in central Indiana, as are about half its employees. In August, the Sacramento-based firm hired Tom Ott to oversee its central Indiana operations and new development. Ott, a respected 10-year veteran of the local office of Los Angeles-based CB Richard Ellis, plans to continue his relationships in the local brokerage community to further Coastal Partners’ presence in the area. Although the name…

Coming changes keep downtown a dining hub: Au Bon Pain coming to Circle, Noble Roman’s returns

September 26, 2005

Downtown is still sizzling for national restaurants looking to expand, based on recent deals. Au Bon Pain is cooking up a 2,200-square-foot Monument Circle store, taking over a recently closed Roly Poly Sandwiches shop and the Hardwickes Pipe & Tobacco that has entertained passersby for decades with its caricature statues. The Boston-based chain’s arrival in early 2006 will mark one of several dining changes near the Circle and one of the final steps in a tenant retooling of the Guaranty…

Fly by security – for a price: ‘Registered traveler’ program to let passengers pay to avoid long lines

September 26, 2005

Business fliers accustomed to first-class seating will soon be eligible for privileged security screening at Indianapolis International Airport. Airport operator BAA Indianapolis is about to seek proposals from firms to operate a “registered traveler” program. It will entitle any frequent travelers who pass a government background check to use special security checkpoints-bypassing long lines and trouserloosening “secondary screening” passengers must sometimes endure. No more suffering in line behind bubble-gum-popping teens headed for Aruba. Show your registered traveler ID card and…

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EYE ON THE PIE: Indiana turning toward Houdini plans

AGENDA INDIANAPOLIS 2006: City made progress in some areas, but top priorities require more work

In the new year, building on the successes of 2005:

ATA struggles to survive:

Storrow Kinsella Associates Inc.: Landscape firm aims to improve urban settings Architectural training helps SKA in bid to transform communities

GERALD BEPKO Commentary: Don’t underestimate value of teamwork

Republic Airways buffeted by U.S. Airways pilot turbulence: Locally based carrier gets favorable ruling in one dispute, but remains mired in separate $1.2B lawsuit

BEHIND THE NEWS: ATA’s new flight plan: Rely on military for bulk of revenue

Southwest won’t land big ATA stake, after all: But low-fare airlines plan to broaden partnership allowing passengers on 1 carrier to transfer to other

Higher stadium price looms: Hurricanes likely to blow up costs for construction projects

There’s more to logistics than forklifts and sweat: Colleges offer degrees for white-collar jobs in the field

EYE ON THE PIE: Writer blamed for promoting guilt

One Call rings up regulatory ire: Carmel telecommmunications firm faces fines, legal action-and increased scrutiny from FCC

BioStorage gets set for major expansion: Three-year-old local firm eyeing West Coast, Europe

EYE ON THE PIE: Let’s put retail where we want it

Putting spotlight on art for new midfield terminal:

EYE ON THE PIE: Let’s make Indiana a true hub

Coastal is in the name, central Indiana is its game: California-based firm cultivating its local operations

Coming changes keep downtown a dining hub: Au Bon Pain coming to Circle, Noble Roman’s returns

Fly by security – for a price: ‘Registered traveler’ program to let passengers pay to avoid long lines