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News from the City of Carmel - July 22, 2022 |
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Monon Boulevard and Midtown Plaza project earns national recognition
The Monon Boulevard and Midtown Plaza project was among 12 developments in cities across America to earn national honors by the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) 2022 ULI Americas Awards for Excellence. The Carmel project received Honorable Mention.
After being named a finalist earlier this year, ULI judges visited Carmel to see the development in person and to meet with Carmel Redevelopment officials. The judges noted: “Monon Boulevard and Midtown Plaza is a bold example of strategic investment in visionary public space as a catalyst for economic development, public engagement, civic pride, celebrations, artistic expression and personal and environmental wellbeing.”
Click here for the full news release.
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Thank you, Carmel Fire Department
The early morning hours of Sunday, July 17 brought heavy thunderstorms and lightning to the area causing our Carmel Fire Department (CFD) to respond to 16 emergencies between 1 and 4 a.m. Eleven of these were between 1:10 and 2:15 a.m., with four reports for fires and three actual working fires going on during this same time period. Throughout the night, CFD worked with multiple fire agencies including fire departments from Indianapolis, Pike Township, Zionsville, Westfield, Whitestown, Noblesville, Fishers and Sheridan assisting on numerous runs overnight. These incidents were concentrated on the northwest and north side of Carmel and the surrounding area.
- CFD assisted Westfield on a fire in a house where the owners were out of town.
- At 1:19 am CFD responded to a home near 136th Street and Ditch Road in Carmel on a possible lightning strike. Upon arrival, CFD personnel found smoke within the structure but no active fire.
- Following this, a report of a residence fire near 111th Street and Spring Mill Road with another possible lightning strike. Smoke was visible to firefighters upon arrival and they were able to keep the damage to the home minimal.
- Around 1:44 a.m., CFD assisted Westfield again, this time in the 161st Street and Spring Mill Road area where a medium-size, two-story new home under construction caught fire. This house was not occupied and there were no injuries reported, but it was a total loss.
- At 2:56 a.m. CFD responded to 131st Street and Shelborne Road where they found heavy fire out of the roof upon arrival. There were no injuries and homeowners were able to get themselves out of the home safely. CFD was able to locate and remove two of the pets (one cat and one rabbit).
Thank you to all of the members of the Carmel Fire Department who worked so professionally through a difficult evening.
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Construction News
We have a lot of construction and traffic information this week; please take time to read about the projects occurring throughout the city that impact your local travel routes.
MONON GREENWAY AT CARTER GREEN - A reminder that the Monon Greenway trail in the City Center area is still closed for construction. This section was temporarily opened during CarmelFest for event traffic. However, due to ongoing construction and improvements underway, we need to keep pedestrians and cyclists out of the area for safety purposes.
1st AVENUE NW DUKE TRANSMISSION - Concrete and asphalt work is estimated to be substantially complete on or around July 25. Sidewalk completion will take place soon after.
MAIN STREET ROUNDABOUTS - Main Street continues its closures at Richland Avenue and Lexington Boulevard for construction of two roundabouts. Contractors are targeting to have the roundabout at Richland Avenue open to traffic by August 9 to accommodate school traffic starting on August 10. The construction of the roundabout at Lexington has been delayed due to utility complications.
Aerial view of Main Street and Richland Avenue. Photo courtesy of CrossRoad Engineers.
KEYSTONE BRIDGE OVERLAYS - There will be full closures of the following bridges over Keystone Parkway. All closures are planned to begin Friday night, work through Sunday and open late Sunday or early Monday morning.
- Smoky Row - Scheduled for weekend of July 23
- Main Street - Scheduled for weekend of September 10
- 116th Street - Scheduled for weekend of September 17
There will be some concrete pavement patches on the southbound ramp from 116th Street to Keystone Parkway from September 19 - 25 but no closure anticipated, just down to a single lane.
KEYSTONE PARKWAY - Crews are in the process of sealing cracks on Keystone resulting in some lane restrictions for the remainder of July (weather dependent).
Monon Waterpark welcomes Thrive Social Club for Adaptive Open Swim event July 26
Thrive Social Club, a membership-based social club for post-high school adults with developmental disabilities, ages 18 to early 30s, and their families, will be joining patrons of all ages at the upcoming Adaptive Open Swim at the Monon Waterpark. Organizers of Thrive will be available to speak with Waterpark patrons about their club.
The Adaptive Open Swim is a Program designed for individuals with disabilities of all ages and their families. The music will be off, the concession stand will be closed and families can focus on enjoying the Waterpark. The main activity pool, slides and Lazy River will be open for families to swim, play and interact with others.
Event: Adaptive Open Swim at the Monon Waterpark
Where: Monon Waterpark, Monon Community Center, 1235 Central Park Drive
When: July 26, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Who: Individuals with disabilities of all ages and their families
Cost: $17 per family
Pre- registration required; click the green button above for more information about the event and to complete registration.
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Brews on the Boulevard next week!
Celebrate local craft beers and wine at Brews on the Boulevard, July 30
The City of Carmel, its Carmel Brews & Barrels Trail and Allied Solutions presents Brews on the Boulevard, the first official beer and wine festival event in Carmel. Local and area breweries and wineries will be serving unlimited samples of beer and wine with the purchase of a sampling ticket. Tickets can be purchased at CarmelBrewsOnBlvd.com. Vendors will be selling beer and wine in addition to the sampling. There will be food trucks, exclusive Brews & Barrels Trail giveaways and live entertainment! This event is open to the public.
When: Saturday, July 30 from 3-8 p.m. with a VIP Hour from 2-3 p.m.
Where: Midtown Plaza located at 365 Monon Blvd.
Who: Participating beer and wine vendors: Bier Brewery North, Danny Boy Beer Works, Deviate Brewing, Field Brewing, Four Day Ray, Grand Junction Brewing Company, Pax Verum, Peace Water Winery, Spencer Farm Winery, Sugar Creek Winery, Upland Brewing Co.
Food vendors: Kernals, Kona Ice, Lou Malnati's, Market District, Pure Green.
Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers are needed to assist with purchase of Tasting Tickets, scanning tickets, checking IDs, maintaining the Big Tent & Turf, sample cup distribution, water distribution, wristband table and more. Please hit the button below to find a shift that works for you.
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Save the Date -
August CNAN Quarterly Meeting August 4
We hope to see our Carmel Home Owner's Association presidents and boards at our next quarterly meeting!
Carmel Neighborhood Association Network Meeting (CNAN)
Thursday, August 4, 2022, 6 p.m.
Carmel City Hall, Council Chambers (Second Floor)
CNAN continues to be one of the best ways for the city to share information about City departments and services, while addressing the concerns of the neighborhood association presidents network.
For more information, please contact Kelli Prader in Carmel Utilities at kprader@carmel.in.gov
Save the Date -
August CSBN Quarterly Meeting August 4
Attention all Carmel small business owners! You're invited to attend the City of Carmel's quarterly CSBN luncheon where you'll have the opportunity to get information directly from Mayor Brainard's staff about issues affecting businesses such as construction and other improvements, economic development projects and other future direction for specific areas of Carmel.
Carmel Small Business Network Meeting (CSBN)
Thursday, August 4, 2022, Noon
Carmel City Hall, Council Chambers (Second Floor)
If you are interested in attending the CSBN luncheon, please RSVP to Kelli Prader in Carmel Utilities at kprader@carmel.in.gov by Friday, July 29, 2022.
Thank you to our lunch sponsor, Serendipity Labs, for their generous support of this meeting.
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City Council committee continues to review the Comprehensive Plan, next meeting August 8
The City Council’s Land Use Committee has held two meetings to review and ask questions about the proposed Comprehensive Plan. The committee plans to discuss possible revisions at their next meeting in August.
Go to CarmelComprehensivePlan.com to:
- View the proposed Comprehensive Plan website or download the PDF
- Submit comments in the 'Provide Feedback' form
The next meeting of the Council’s Land Use and Special Studies Committee:
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Carmel Utilities continues replacing aging water meters across the community with new, enhanced equipment allowing for more accurate readings and better water efficiency.
In the next few weeks, our Carmel Utilities & Envocore - RTS Water Solutions install teams are scheduled to be in the following neighborhoods:
Alexandria Apartments
Grand and Main
Lakes of Carmel
Meadowlark Office
Park Place Office Park
Carmel Station
Timber Creek
Lenox Trace
Applewood Estates
North College Avenue
Northern Heights
Waterwood of Carmel
Guilford Park
Hamilton Woods
Wood Park
Bonbar at Monon Lake
Home Place
Please note Envocore – RTS Water Solutions/Carmel Utilities will be driving white trucks and vans with the following placard on their vehicles:
For more information on what to expect during the installation process, and other Frequently Asked Questions, please click the City of Carmel website link below:
Water Meter Change-Out Project | City of Carmel (in.gov)
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Performing Arts in the City
The City of Carmel is home to a variety of venues to enjoy world-class entertainment. Upcoming events and performances are below. Be sure to click on the images for event details.
The Center for the Performing Arts
Songbook Academy Concert, July 23.
In this closing concert emceed by Michael Feinstein, the participants will showcase and celebrate their musical talents and growth from their week-long intensive academy.
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Feinstein's Cabaret
Michael Feinstein, July 27 - 29
Michael Feinstein returns to the club bearing his name with an all-new show featuring an eclectic mix of classics from the Great American Songbook, as well as some contemporary surprises.
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Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre
Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will celebrate their 25th Anniversary Season by presenting highly entertaining, past and present artistic works from GHDT’s 25 years of dance theatre repertoire!
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Upcoming Public Meetings
Board of Zoning Appeals - Monday, July 25, 6 p.m.
Finance, Utilities and Rules Committee - Wednesday, July 27, 6 p.m.
All public meetings take place in the Council Chambers in City Hall, unless otherwise indicated. Public meetings are broadcast live on the City's website, Facebook page and YouTube channel.
To view archived Government Meetings with Closed Captioning, visit the City's video archives. Select the meeting you wish to view and once the window opens on your computer screen or phone, select the CC box on the bottom right corner next to the settings.
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