| 词条 | Fortville, Indiana |
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| name = Fortville, Indiana | official_name = Town of Fortville | settlement_type = Town | image_skyline = Fortville, Indiana.jpg | imagesize = 290px | image_caption = | image_map = File:Hamilton County and Hancock County Indiana Incorporated and Unincorporated areas Fortville Highlighted 1824286.svg | mapsize = 250px | map_caption = Location of Fortville in Hancock County, Indiana. | coordinates = {{coord|39|56|5|N|85|50|50|W|region:US-IN|display=inline,title}} | subdivision_type = Country | subdivision_name = United States | subdivision_type1 = State | subdivision_name1 = Indiana | subdivision_type2 = County | subdivision_name2 = Hancock | subdivision_type3 = Township | subdivision_name3 = Vernon | established_date = 1865 | government_type = | leader_title1 = Town Council | leader_name1 = Michael Frischkorn (R), Council President Robert Holland (R), Vice-President Tim Hexamer (R) Lenzy Hendrix (I) Fred "Fritz" Fentz (I) | leader_title2 = Town Manager | leader_name2 = Joe Renner | leader_title3 = Clerk-Treasurer | leader_name3 = Melissa Glazier | unit_pref = Imperial | area_footnotes = [1] | area_total_km2 = 7.52 | area_total_sq_mi = 2.91 | area_land_km2 = 7.50 | area_land_sq_mi = 2.90 | area_water_km2 = 0.02 | area_water_sq_mi = 0.01 | area_note = | elevation_m = 261 | elevation_ft = 856 | population_footnotes = [2] | population_total = 3929 | population_as_of = 2010 | population_est = 4032 | pop_est_as_of = 2017 | population_density_km2 = 532.72 | population_density_sq_mi = 1379.57 | population_note = | timezone = EST | utc_offset = -5 | timezone_DST = EDT | utc_offset_DST = -4 | postal_code_type = ZIP code | postal_code = 46040 | area_code = 317 | blank_name = FIPS code | blank_info = 18-24286[2] | blank1_name = GNIS feature ID | blank1_info = 0434692[3] | website = {{URL|http://www.fortvilleindiana.org/|fortvilleindiana.org}} | footnotes = |pop_est_footnotes = [5] }} Fortville is a town in Vernon Township, Hancock County, Indiana, United States. The population was 4,032 per a 2017 census estimate. GeographyLocationFortville is located in the northwest corner of Hancock County, Indiana at {{Coord|39|56|5|N|85|50|50|W|type:city}} (39.934740, -85.847237).[4] It is approximately {{convert|25|mi|km|2}} northeast of Downtown Indianapolis, Indiana and is a part of the Indianapolis metropolitan area. According to the 2010 census, Fortville has a total area of {{convert|2.91|sqmi|sqkm|2}}, of which {{convert|2.90|sqmi|sqkm|2}} (or 99.67%) is land and {{convert|0.01|sqmi|sqkm|2}} (or 0.33%) is water.[5] Despite occasional droughts throughout central Indiana, Fortville has a steady and reliable supply of water because it is situated over a natural aquifer. HistoryFortville was originally called Walpole, and under the latter name was laid out and platted in 1849.[6] It was named for Cephas Fort, the original owner of the town site.[7] Fortville was incorporated as a town in 1865.[8] The historic Browne-Rafert House on Merrill Street was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2015.[9] Demographics{{US Census population|1870= 387 |1880= 634 |1890= 685 |1900= 1006 |1910= 1174 |1920= 1213 |1930= 1289 |1940= 1463 |1950= 1786 |1960= 2209 |1970= 2460 |1980= 2787 |1990= 2690 |2000= 3444 |2010= 3929 |estyear=2016 |estimate=3998 |estref=[10] |footnote=U.S. Decennial Census[11] }} 2010 censusAs of the census[12] of 2010, there were 3,929 people, 1,553 households, and 1,060 families residing in the town. The population density was {{convert|1318.5|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|1}}. There were 1,705 housing units at an average density of {{convert|572.1|/sqmi|/km2|1}}. The racial makeup of the town was 96.2% White, 1.3% Black, 0.3% Native American, 0.1% Asian, 0.9% from other races, and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.3% of the population. There were 1,553 households of which 37.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.6% were married couples living together, 14.5% had a female householder with no husband present, 6.1% had a male householder with no wife present, and 31.7% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.03. The median age in the town was 35.7 years. 28.3% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 28.4% were from 25 to 44; 24.1% were from 45 to 64; and 11.6% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the town was 48.6% male and 51.4% female. 2000 censusAs of the census[2] of 2000, there were 3,444 people, 1,394 households, and 950 families residing in the town. The population density was 2,831.8 people per square mile (1,089.9/km²). There were 1,454 housing units at an average density of 1,195.5 per square mile (460.2/km²). The racial makeup of the town was 98.14% White, 0.06% African American, 0.06% Native American, 0.17% Asian, 0.73% from other races, and 0.84% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.74% of the population. There were 1,394 households out of which 36.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.4% were married couples living together, 11.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.8% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals and 11.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 3.03. In the town, the population was spread out with 27.8% under the age of 18, 7.9% from 18 to 24, 33.0% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 11.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 91.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.2 males. The median income for a household in the town was $42,642, and the median income for a family was $49,010. Males had a median income of $37,723 versus $25,951 for females. The per capita income for the town was $17,745. About 4.3% of families and 6.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.8% of those under age 18 and 8.4% of those age 65 or over. FeaturesThe Town of Fortville, founded in 1849, has been named a Tree City USA community for six consecutive years.{{Citation needed|date=June 2017}} The original town was called Phoebe's Corner (Walpole Post Office) and located two miles northwest of the current town. It was literally moved when the Bee Line Railroad was built. A large statue of a pink elephant drinking a martini and wearing eyeglasses is located outside of a local liquor store in Fortville. Residents{{Who|date=February 2014}} say this is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the town. Besides SR 67 that passes through the town, historic Main Street can be found north of its stoplight. This 1890s business district is lined with brick historic buildings, trees, streetlights with flower baskets and local shops. Festivals at Christmas and Bastille Day occur on the Main Street and the nearby parks. {{Citation needed|date=June 2017}} ParksLandmark Park is located at Staat Street and Veteran's Court, just east of Main Street. The entrance to Memorial Park is located just west of Church and McCarty streets. Economic developmentThe Fortville Redevelopment Commission was established in December 2002.{{Citation needed|date=June 2017}} The commission is responsible for the development of the industrial base within the Town of Fortville. On April 8, 2003, the Town Council approved the resolution establishing approximately {{convert|26|acres}} of I-1 industrial property into a TIF district. The TIF district allows for the Municipality to install utility infrastructure to entice prospective partners to locate in Fortville. All of the lots in the Business Park have been sold. The two newest businesses are Plaquemaker and Holloway House. Economic Development is seen as an important factor in the success of the community.{{Citation needed|date=June 2017}} The towns of Fortville and McCordsville have combined to form a Chamber of Commerce. {{Citation needed|date=June 2017}} Fortville Action Inc. is a citizens group that has been instrumental in a grass roots redevelopment effort including the towns recognition as an Indiana Main Street Community. {{Citation needed|date=June 2017}} Currently a comprehensive masterplan and Main Street redevelopment plan for the area is underway. The Master plan is entitled Envision Fortville with a steering committee composed of local residents, businesses, organizations and town council members.{{Citation needed|date=June 2017}} EducationThe town has a lending library, the Fortville-Vernon Township Public Library.[13] References1. ^{{cite web|title=2016 U.S. Gazetteer Files|url=https://www2.census.gov/geo/docs/maps-data/data/gazetteer/2016_Gazetteer/2016_gaz_place_18.txt|publisher=United States Census Bureau|accessdate=Jul 28, 2017}} 2. ^1 {{cite web |url=http://factfinder2.census.gov |publisher=United States Census Bureau |accessdate=2008-01-31 |title=American FactFinder |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20130911234518/http://factfinder2.census.gov/ |archivedate=2013-09-11 |df= }} 3. ^{{cite web|url=http://geonames.usgs.gov|accessdate=2008-01-31|title=US Board on Geographic Names|publisher=United States Geological Survey|date=2007-10-25}} 4. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/geo/www/gazetteer/gazette.html|publisher=United States Census Bureau|accessdate=2011-04-23|date=2011-02-12|title=US Gazetteer files: 2010, 2000, and 1990}} 5. ^{{cite web |url=http://factfinder.census.gov/bkmk/table/1.0/en/DEC/10_SF1/G001/1600000US1824286 |title=G001 - Geographic Identifiers - 2010 Census Summary File 1 |accessdate=2015-07-16 |publisher=United States Census Bureau}} 6. ^{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=363T4o_DkUkC&pg=PA326#v=onepage&q&f=false | title=History of Hancock County, Indiana: From Its Earliest Settlement by the "pale Face," in 1818, Down to 1882 | publisher=King & Binford | author=Binford, John H. | year=1882 | pages=326}} 7. ^{{cite book | url=https://books.google.com/books?id=uo5uAAAAMAAJ&pg=PA798#v=onepage&q&f=false | title=History of Hancock County, Indiana: Its People, Industries and Institutions | publisher=Wm. Mitchell Printing Company | author=Richman, George J. | year=1916 | pages=798}} 8. ^{{cite book|last=Baker|first=Ronald L.|title=From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History|url=https://books.google.com/books?id=SXB5AAAAMAAJ|date=October 1995|publisher=Indiana University Press|isbn=978-0-253-32866-3|page=135|quote=When the town was incorporated in 1865...}} 9. ^{{cite web|url=http://www.nps.gov/nr/listings/20150925.htm|title=National Register of Historic Places Listings|date=2015-09-25|work=Weekly List of Actions Taken on Properties: 9/14/15 through 9/18/15|publisher=National Park Service}} 10. ^1 {{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/data/tables.2016.html|title=Population and Housing Unit Estimates|accessdate=June 9, 2017}} 11. ^{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|title=Census of Population and Housing|publisher=Census.gov|accessdate=June 4, 2015|deadurl=yes|archiveurl=https://www.webcitation.org/6YSasqtfX?url=http://www.census.gov/prod/www/decennial.html|archivedate=May 12, 2015|df=}} 12. ^1 {{cite web|title=American FactFinder|url=http://factfinder2.census.gov/faces/nav/jsf/pages/index.xhtml|publisher=United States Census Bureau|accessdate=2012-12-11}} 13. ^{{cite web | url=https://www.in.gov/library/files/countyindex13.pdf | title=Indiana public library directory | publisher=Indiana State Library | accessdate=7 March 2018}} External links
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