|
News from the City of Carmel - November 4, 2022 |
|
Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
Thursday, November 10
|
|
Carmel supports the arts
Carmel seeks applications for 2023 City Arts Grants; submit yours today
The City of Carmel is now seeking applications for 2023 City Arts Grants, a program designed to support local arts organizations whose work keeps our city vibrant and appealing to residents and visitors alike. Since 2004, more than $16.1 million in arts grants has been awarded.
The 2022 Support for the Arts program awarded $1,181,770 to 28 organizations located in Carmel or who hold programs/performances in Carmel. The money is based on one percent of the city budget. The grants are awarded on a competitive basis and the recommendations are reviewed and final approval is made by Mayor Jim Brainard.
Click here for the full news release. To apply for the arts grant, click here.
|
|
Ice at Carter Green skating tickets are now on sale
Ice skating tickets for The Ice at Carter Green, sponsored by Allied Solutions, are now available for sale.
The 2022-2023 ice skating season opens on Saturday, November 19 and will follow the Christkindlmarkt’s open dates and times. After the market closes on December 30, the Ice will remain open through the winter, until its closing day on Sunday, February 26, 2023.
Carmel Christkindlmarkt volunteers needed
Be a part of the Christkindlmarkt magic this holiday season by volunteering at the market! Carmel Christkindlmarkt is one of the most popular markets in the United States, attracting well over half a million people since the opening in 2017. It was voted Best Holiday Market in 2019 and 2021 by USA Today (no Market in 2020). In addition, Wealth of Geeks voted Carmel Christkindlmarkt as the #8 best market in the WORLD!
This year, the market features presentations by world-renowned woodworkers from the Erzgebirge region of Germany. The market will also offer a blend of traditional German foods and gifts for sale in small wooden huts and entertainment on the Winter Pavillion stage. The market surrounds a beautiful outdoor ice skating rink, The Ice at Carter Green.
Consider volunteering with us and being a part of our guests’ holiday memories this winter.
Click here to learn more about volunteer opportunities and to register.
|
|
City reminds community about Carmel
sign standards
With various state and local elections in progress, the City of Carmel would like to remind all parties, candidates and community members, of the Unified Development Ordinance Sign Standards for Temporary Signs.
For the full sign ordinance, click here.
City of Carmel receives special
holiday donation
It is time, once again, for the Carmel Street Department to work their holiday magic at Carter Green in preparation for the opening of the Christkindlmarkt and The Ice at Carter Green on November 19. This year, Operations Manager Crystal Edmondson was thrilled to receive a generous donation in the form of the Christmas tree for Carter Green, from Gene and Melissa Skalicky.
"We are HUGE Christkindlmarkt fans and proud German Americans. We were very active with Sister Cities and Germanfest for more than 30 years when we lived in Fort Wayne." said, Melissa Skalicky. "We moved to Hamilton County three and a half years ago and went to the market every night after work. When we bought our home, we knew the tree would need to come down...it was a no brainer and our sincerest hope to donate it to the market."
Gene and Melissa Skalicky pictured in front of the tree when it was at their home.
|
|
Construction and Traffic news
North Range Line Road - Northbound Range Line Road is closed between Main Street to 1st Street NE for construction at the 1st On Main project. Suggested detour routes include:
Main Street
1st Avenue NW
East Smoky Row
2nd Street
1st Avenue NE
There will be no restrictions to southbound Range Line Road but eastbound 1st Street NE will be closed between Range Line Road and 1st Avenue NE. These traffic restrictions are expected to last until December 9th. This closure is for the construction of the 1st On Main Project.
|
Orchard Park Drive - This closure on Orchard Park Drive for a Hamilton County drainage project is now expected to last until after Thanksgiving. See map for detour.
|
East 96th Street and Westfield Boulevard - Beginning on Tuesday, November 1, East 96th Street will be closed between Westfield Boulevard and Lincoln Boulevard. Westfield Boulevard, 106th Street and Keystone Parkway will be used as the detour route. This closure is scheduled to last one week. Access for local traffic to Maple and Lincoln from 96th Street will remain open.
Beginning Wednesday, November 9, access to Kittrell Drive from East 96th Street will be closed for one week. Kittrell Drive will still be accessible from Westfield Boulevard. This closure is expected to last one week.
|
|
|
|
Carmel Utilities continues replacing aging water meters across the community with new, enhanced equipment allowing for more accurate readings and better water efficiency.
Please note, as the project moves to Phase Two, there are new instructions:
In order for the following indoor water meters to be changed, PLEASE schedule with Envocore - RTS Water Solutions by calling their service number (888) 632-9628.
The following areas will be affected:
Autumn Lakes
Bentley Oaks
Cedar Lake
Hunters Creek South
Hunters Knoll
Meridian Village Plaza
Rohrer Meadows
Rohrer Woods
Thistlewood
Townhomes at Hunters
Village on the Monon
Hunters Creek Village
Spring Mill Crossing
Village of Mt. Carmel
The following neighborhoods will have their outdoor meters changed:
Long Ridge Estates
Grannan Grove
Edgewood
Long Branch Estates
Please note: Envocore – RTS Water Solutions/Carmel Utilities will be driving white trucks and vans with the placard on the right, on their vehicles.
|
Fall leaf and landscape waste removal
From October 17 through December 15, each Carmel Utilities/Republic Services customer home is allowed up to 20 bags/bundles (four feet or shorter bundles) of landscape waste pick up per week, free of charge.
For more information on Republic Services programs for Carmel customers, please visit the Carmel Utilities website:
Trash - Carmel Utilities
|
Help keep storm drains open
It’s that time of year when storm drains get clogged by leaves. Clogged drains can flood streets and yards during rain events. The City of Carmel Stormwater Department would like to remind residents to keep the metal grates in the street, and in rear yards, free of debris.
Residents that live next to storm drains can use a rake to clear the debris and remove gunk from the area to help prevent clogging of the drain. Remember to try to keep leaves out of the street and rear yard swales. You can make your efforts known by clicking here to learn how to adopt your storm drain.
|
Holiday Preview Sip + Shop at Carmel City Center
Join the Shops at Carmel City Center on Saturday, November 5 from 2-6 p.m. for a Holiday Preview Shopping Event! Visitors can kick-start their holiday shopping with the locally-owned merchants at Carmel City Center while sipping on wine and Peppermint White Russians at four of the participating shops. Shoppers can also enjoy holiday carols by students from Carmel High School’s Select Sound. Members of Select Sound will be caroling around the Center during the event from 2-5 p.m.
Click here for more information about this event.
|
|
|
Employment Opportunities
For information and to apply for opportunities with the City of Carmel, click here.
All Things Carmel is hiring
All Things Carmel is seeking part-time help for the upcoming holiday season and for 2023. There are opportunities in the store on Main Street and in the hut at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. Salary offer is $15 per hour with flexible hours for employees who are experienced in a retail setting with good experience with basic computer skills, customer service and a knowledge of the City of Carmel. Training will be provided for qualified candidates.
|
|
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.
Civic Theatre
December 2 - 24
Tickets on sale now
The Center Presents the holiday favorite, A Christmas Story, The Musical.
|
Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
Ben Jones: I Think I'm In Love
November 18, 7:30 p.m.
Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
BroadwayWorld Cabaret Award winner Ben Jones makes his Feinstein's at the Carmichael debut with his critically acclaimed solo show, I Think I’m in Love.
|
Actors Theatre of Indiana
October 28 - November 13 at The Studio Theater
Set in 1964 in the Deep South during the early days of the Civil Rights Movement, Violet follows the growth and enlightenment of a bitter young disfigured woman.
|
|
|
Upcoming Public Meetings
Finance, Utilities and Rules Committee - Monday, November 7, 5:30 p.m.
Carmel Cable & Telecommunications Commission - Tuesday, November 8, 2 p.m.
Mayor's Advisory Commission on Human Relations - Thursday, November 10, 4 p.m.
City of Carmel offices will be closed on Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day
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.
|
|
|
|
|
