City of Newcastle anticipates housing project groundbreaking in September

The Henry County Council convened on August 13, 2025, to discuss various topics, including economic development and updates from the local chamber of commerce.

The meeting began with a motion to table a specific agenda item, which received a second and was approved unanimously. The council decided to revisit this topic in the following month.

A significant portion of the discussion focused on the housing development near Washington Street and Wilbur Bridal. Council members inquired about the timeline for groundbreaking on this project. It was reported that the city of Newcastle is currently navigating a procurement process, guided by officials Lisa Lee and Joel Harvey. This process is expected to conclude by the upcoming Monday, with the anticipation that construction will commence in September. The council noted that public infrastructure work would likely begin with a groundbreaking ceremony that month, while private home construction is projected to start in the spring for those who purchase homes in the development.

The meeting also included a scheduled update from the local chamber of commerce; however, no representatives were present to provide information, leading the council to move on to the next agenda item.

In summary, the council's discussions highlighted progress in local housing development and the procedural steps being taken to facilitate this growth, with further updates expected in the coming months.