Genesis Towers Town Hall Meeting
Event Date: June 4, 2026
The Gary Housing Authority hosted the Genesis Towers Resident & Partner Town Hall on June 4, 2026, as part of the Northwest Greater Gary Gateway Choice Neighborhoods Initiative. The event brought together Genesis Towers residents, community partners, local stakeholders, and project team members to provide updates on the planning process and encourage meaningful community participation.
During the Town Hall, attendees received an overview of the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative, the Northwest Greater Gary Gateway planning area, community demographics, resident involvement opportunities, and preliminary findings from resident and neighborhood data collection. Participants also took part in interactive engagement activities designed to gather community input on housing, neighborhood improvements, accessibility, transportation, commercial development, and public investments. These activities support the development of a resident-driven Transformation Plan that reflects the priorities and vision of the community.
Purpose
The purpose of the Resident & Partner Town Hall was to provide updates on the Northwest Greater Gary Gateway Choice Neighborhoods Initiative while engaging residents and community stakeholders in the planning process. The meeting provided an opportunity to share findings from community and resident engagement efforts, educate participants about the Choice Neighborhoods planning process, gather feedback through interactive activities, and encourage continued participation as the Transformation Plan is developed.
Outcomes
The Town Hall increased awareness of the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative and generated valuable feedback on future housing, neighborhood improvements, transportation, accessibility, commercial development, and community services. The event also strengthened collaboration among residents, community partners, and stakeholders while helping identify priorities that will inform the Northwest Greater Gary Gateway Transformation Plan. Most importantly, the meeting reinforced the value of continued community engagement to ensure the Transformation Plan reflects the needs and aspirations of those who live and work in the community
Residents participate in the Genesis Towers Resident & Partner Town Hall meeting while learning about the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative and future planning efforts.
Gallery Photos
Project Presentation
Residents attend the Town Hall presentation to learn about the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative, project goals, and the planning process.
Resident Visioning Activity
Residents participating in an interactive visioning exercise by identifying the businesses, services, and amenities they would like to see in the Northwest Greater Gary Gateway community.
Community Engagement
Residents working together to provide feedback on neighborhood priorities and future community improvements through interactive planning activities.
Interactive Planning Displays
GHA Genesis Tower residents reviewing planning displays, sharing ideas, and engaging to shape the Northwest Greater Gary Gateway Transformation Plan.
Stakeholder Collaboration
Residents and project partners engage in discussions about neighborhood revitalization, future investments, and community development opportunities.
Town Hall Presentation
Residents attend the Town Hall presentation to learn about the Choice Neighborhoods Initiative, project goals, and opportunities to participate in the planning process.
Project Overview
Gary Housing Authority CEO Taryl Bonds answering questions and facilitating discussions with residents and community partners.
Event video:
Watch Ms. Ricky Keefe Interview from the June 4, 2026 Resident & Partner Town Hall meeting.
