Unigov and Public Finance The UNIGOV reorganization of local government affected public finance—governmental revenues, expenditures, and indebtedness—within Indianapolis and Marion County. As with service… Read More »Unigov and Public Finance
Unigov and Service Delivery Some local public services in Marion County are provided countywide, others more nearly match the pre-Unigov “old city” of Indianapolis,… Read More »Unigov and Service Delivery
Harry E. Voshell (Jan. 17, 1870-Apr. 5, 1947). Born in Dearborn County, Harry Voshell graduated from Aurora High School in Dearborn County. Following… Read More »Harry E. Voshell
Harry R. Wallace (Feb. 16, 1869-Sept. 17, 1915). The son of Indianapolis Mayor , Harry Wallace was a lifelong resident of the city.… Read More »Harry R. Wallace
William J. Wallace (Mar. 16, 1814-Jan. 9, 1894). William J. Wallace was born in County Donegal, Ireland, and his family immigrated to the… Read More »William J. Wallace
Henry F. West (Mar. 14, 1796-Nov. 8, 1856). West was the first of three mayors to die in office. Though his term was… Read More »Henry F. West
White River State Park In 1979, Indianapolis civic leaders set out to create a new state park to celebrate Indiana and the Hoosier spirit.… Read More »White River State Park
Women in Politics Throughout its long history, Indianapolis has produced many women who were at the forefront of local, state, and national politics.… Read More »Women in Politics