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News from the City of Carmel - November 11, 2022 |
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Experience the Arts & Design District
Holiday season is in the air! Mark your calendars for upcoming events
Opening Day - Christkindlmarkt and The Ice at Carter Green, November 19
Experience the holidays at the grand opening of the Carmel Christkindlmarkt and The Ice at Carter Green.
Featuring even more huts this year and an extended season for the market.
Click here for the Christkindlmarkt and here for The Ice at Carter Green websites.
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Shop Small, Shop Carmel November 26
This year's Shop Small, Shop Carmel event sponsored by Allied Solutions kicks off at the All Things Carmel Store on Main Street which will serve as the Welcome Center.
Starting at 9 a.m., stop by for complimentary cookies and coffee. Free shopping bags filled with goodies from participating businesses will be available on a first come-first serve basis at all of the participating stores. There will also be a giveaway featuring two $200 gift baskets filled with items from participating local businesses.
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Congratulations Carmel City Councilor
Sue Finkam
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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.
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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!
The market is a blend of presentations by world-renowned woodworkers from the Erzgebirge region, entertainment, plus traditional German foods and gifts being sold from small wooden huts. 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.
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Carmel Christkindlmarkt nominated for Best Holiday Market in USA
The internationally popular Carmel Christkindlmarkt is once again nominated for Best Holiday Market from USA TODAY 10Best! But ... they need your help to win for a third year.
You may cast your vote once daily, every day through noon on December 5. Winners will be announced on December 16.
“We are honored to be nominated once again for Best Holiday Market,” said Maria Murphy, CEO of the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. “We are so grateful for everyone who has voted for us in the past to help us win the number one spot, and we are hopeful to win the competition this year as well.”
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Plan Commission to review Council’s amendments to the Comprehensive Plan
The City Council amended and approved the proposed Comprehensive Plan on Monday, October 3. The Plan Commission’s Comprehensive Plan Committee will meet to review the Council’s amendments on Tuesday, November 15 at 5 p.m. prior to the full Plan Commission meeting at 6 p.m. If approved, the plan will go into effect as approved by the City Council.
Go to CarmelComprehensivePlan.com to view the latest version or download the PDF.
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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.
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:
Townhomes at Stanford Park
Stanford Park
Long Branch Estates
Abney Glen
Please note: Envocore – RTS Water Solutions/Carmel Utilities will be driving white trucks and vans with the placard on the right, on their vehicles.
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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
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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.
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Carmel Household Hazardous Waste open on
Veterans Day
Although City of Carmel offices will be closed on Friday, November 11, please note the Carmel Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Center WILL be open normal hours, from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
For more information on the Carmel HHW Collection Center, please click the Carmel Utilities website link below:
Household Hazardous Waste - Carmel Utilities
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Employment Opportunities
For information and to apply for opportunities with the City of Carmel, click here.
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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.
Civic Theatre
December 2 - 24
Tickets on sale now
The Center Presents the holiday favorite, A Christmas Story, The Musical.
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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.
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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.
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Head to Midtown Plaza for Allied Solutions' Movies at Midtown! Movies will run on Saturdays in November and December.
Saturday, November 12 - The Wizard of Oz
This Saturday's showings will be at 3:30 and 6 p.m.
Click here for Midtown's Facebook page.
Special Sport Event
Saturday, November 12 at 1 p.m. the Monon Bell Classic featuring Wabash vs. DePauw will be on the Midtown screen.
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Upcoming Public Meetings
City of Carmel offices are closed on Friday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day
Comprehensive Plan Review Committee - Tuesday, November 15, 5 p.m.
Plan Commission - Tuesday, November 15, 6 p.m.
Finance, Utilities and Rules Committee - Tuesday, November 15, 6 p.m. (Caucus Room)
Public Art Advisory Committee - Tuesday, November 15, 6 p.m. (DOCS Conference Room, 3rd Floor)
Board of Public Works - Wednesday, November 16, 10 a.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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