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News from the City of Carmel - January 20, 2023 |
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Secretary of State Anthony Blinken references Carmel at U.S. Conference of Mayors
Carmel received a nice shout out from U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken during this week’s U.S. Conference of Mayors' 91st Winter Meeting in Washington, DC. We were praised for our roundabouts that not only make our streets safer but are also good for the environment. Carmel is referenced at about 17:27 in the video.
Read the text here.
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City retains strong AA credit rating for bond sale
The City of Carmel has retained its strong, investment-grade AA credit rating after a review of the City’s financial strength and long-term stability. The rating was issued by Standard & Poor’s (“S&P Global Ratings”) for the sale of $62.45 million in lease rental bonds that will be used to finance the construction of several road system projects, including the completion of various multi-use paths along existing roads.
S&P issued their report stating that Carmel's local economy “remains a pillar of credit strength,” adding that “the city's growing tax base, coupled with its strong management, continues to support Carmel's stable financial profile, which is characterized by very strong reserves and consistent operating performance.”
To read the full news release, click here.
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Festival of Ice starts today!
3 days of professional ice carvings on Main Street, Carter Green headline a winter weekend that includes ice skating
and a Carmel Fire Department Chili Cook-Off
Top ice carvers from around the Midwest will be in Carmel this weekend, January 20 - 22 for three days of competitions and demonstrations as the City of Carmel presents the sixth annual Festival of Ice sponsored by Allied Solutions.
Friday, January 20, 4 - 7 p.m.
Carmel Arts & Design District
Watch carvers create incredible ice masterpieces.
Saturday, January 21, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Carter Green
The ice carving moves to Carter Green and while you are there, vote for your favorite sculpture and chili during the Carmel Fire Department’s Chili Cook-Off from
11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday, January 22, 10 a.m - 2 p.m.
Carter Green
The competition kicks into high gear as the ice carvers return for the grand finale, a fast-paced “carve off” featuring head-to-head competition on stage in a tournament style format. The winner will be determined with the help of the crowd.
Click here for the full news release.
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City commemorated Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The City of Carmel, in coordination with the Mayor' Advisory Commission on Human Relations presented the annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Commemoration at the Tarkington Theater on Monday, January 16. Many thanks to all who volunteered, organized and attended this event. For more photos, click here.
Dr. Shaune R. Shelby, Sr. Pastor, Ebenezer Church
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Dee Thornton, Mayor's Advisory Commission on Human Relations
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Members of the Ebenezer Church Praise Team
City of Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard
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Carmel Plan Commission welcomes
new members
There are some new faces on the dais at the Carmel Plan Commission meetings. Joining the commission are new members:
Adam Aasen
Appointed by the Common Council to a two-year term, ending December 31, 2024
Adam Campagna
Appointed by Mayor Jim Brainard to a four-year term, ending December 31, 2026
Leo Dierckman
Appointed by Mayor Jim Brainard to a four-year term, ending December 31, 2026
For more information about the Plan Commission including a list of all members,
click here.
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Save the Date
Carmel Fire Department's Firefighter for a Day Camp returns in June
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City of Carmel News
Issue 2 of the City of Carmel printed newsletter arrived in mailboxes last week and is also available on the City's website here. For weekly news delivered via email, sign up here.
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Carmel Fire Department Captain Gary Brant to retire after 35 years
Congratulations Captain Brant and thank you for your dedication and service!
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Happy Lunar New Year!
The Lunar New Year, also known as Chinese New Year, begins on January 22, 2023 and ends on February 5, 2023. The City of Carmel would like to wish a Happy Lunar New Year to everyone in our community who celebrates.
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Mark your calendar for Carmel Winter Games and Sensory-Friendly Skate Nights
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Carmel Small Business Network seeking 2023 lunch sponsors
Attention Carmel businesses: The City of Carmel is looking for Carmel Small Business Network (CSBN) lunch sponsors for our 2023 quarterly meetings. If you are interested in hosting, please contact Kelli Prader at kprader@carmel.in.gov.
The first Carmel Small Business Network meeting of 2023 is Thursday, March 9, at noon in the Carmel City Hall, Council Chambers (Second Floor).
To learn more about CSBN, please visit the City website: Carmel Small Business Network | City of Carmel
Save the Date - Carmel Neighborhood Association Network meeting March 9
We hope to see our Carmel Home Owner's Association presidents and board members at our next quarterly meeting!
Carmel Neighborhood Association Network Meeting (CNAN)
Thursday, March 9, 2023, 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 OR visit the Carmel Neighborhood Association Network | City of Carmel
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Watch NFL play-offs on the big screen in Midtown Plaza
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Performing Arts in the City
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Arte d'Italia - Authentically Italian Celebration of our Cortona Sister City
Get a glimpse of what you can expect from world-renowned pianist Francesco Attesti at the Arte d’Italia event, coming to the City of Carmel February 17 at Feinstein's and February 19 at the Palladium. Attesti is considered one of the finest interpreters of the Romantic and early Twentieth Century Repertoire. Enjoy this recording from his performance at The Kennedy Center here
Purchase your tickets for the show at the Palladium or indulge in a once-in-a-lifetime, VIP opportunity to witness an artist and his craft, along with an authentically Italian meal featuring wines directly imported from Cortona. For more information, visit www.arteditalia.org
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Actors Theatre of Indiana
Mr. Confidential
April 28 - May 14
Actors Theatre of
Indiana will present A World
Premiere production – Mr.
Confidential - coming to The
Center for the Performing Arts in April.
Click here for more details.
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Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
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Liz Callaway - Screen Gems
January 27 - 28
Feinstein's presents Tony nominee and Emmy winner Liz Callaway's brand new show, Screen Gems.
Click here to purchase tickets.
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Upcoming Public Meetings
Board of Zoning Appeals - Monday, January 23, 6 p.m.
Land Use and Special Studies Committee - Wednesday, January 25, 5:30 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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