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News from the City of Carmel - December 8, 2023 |
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The City of Carmel would like to wish a Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate!
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The Flower District
Inspired by sculpture, City unveils new name for growing neighborhood of businesses, restaurants, residents
Design renderings courtesy of Studio M Architecture and Planning.
Something exciting is blooming on the west edge of Carmel’s central core as the City unveils the new Flower District in an area that has been growing with businesses, restaurants, shops and a variety of housing options. The new Flower District is triangular in shape, including properties along Pennsylvania, Old Meridian and Main Streets and will extend east along Main Street to Guilford Road.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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Street Department earns Clean Air Champion award for new soy-based biodiesel
truck program
The Carmel Street Department’s dedication to lowering emissions by adding B20 soy-fueled trucks to its fleet of vehicles has earned it the honor of being a “Clean Air Champion for Biodiesel” by Greater Indiana Clean Cities, Inc. The award was presented on Wednesday, December 6, at the 2023 Indiana Environmental Conference and Winter Technical Meeting.
The award recognizes the Street Department’s work with the B20 Club of Indiana and Al Warren Oil Company to initiate a successful B20 pilot program to lower emissions and boost the performance of the Department’s vehicles.
“During the last two years, we have attended several trainings and conferences on the benefits of B20. After much consideration, we decided to start a pilot program here at the street department. We then became members of the B20 Club of Indiana and got the ball rolling,” said Jason Armes, fleet manager for the Street Department.
This link takes you to the full news release.
Left to right: James Rundle, Street Supervisor; Jason Armes, Fleet Manager; Chris Weldon, Market Development Project Manager at Indiana Soybean Alliance; Shaun Privett, Street Department Foreman.
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Did you drop off your letter for Santa?
Write your letter to Santa and drop it in one of four custom-made mailboxes placed around Carmel by Sunday, December 10 for a direct delivery to Santa and his elves at the North Pole.
Mailbox Locations:
- Arts & Design District – next to All Things Carmel store (110 W. Main #104)
- Midtown Plaza – outside of Sun King (351 Monon Boulevard)
- City Center – next to Hotel Carmichael (1 Carmichael Square)
- Indiana Design Center – at Santa’s House (200 S. Range Line Road)
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Not sure where to drop your letter? Reggie the Elf will show you the way in this YouTube video.
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Your one-stop site for all things festive in the City this holiday season! Visit HolidaysInCarmel.com for a complete listing of events and festivals. |
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Hop on the FREE Holiday Trolley!
Click on the map image below to view a larger version.
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Stroll the Arts & Design District and find unique gifts for everyone on your list!
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Need for blood does not take a holiday break
Create a new holiday tradition this year and donate blood.
The City of Carmel and Versiti Blood Center of Indiana are hosting two opportunities to donate.
Wednesday, December 13 - Bloodmobile
Carmel Utilities
3450 W. 131st Street
1 - 4 p.m.
A $10 Kroger gift card will be given to all participants.
Tuesday, December 19 - Bloodmobile
Carmel City Hall
1 Civic Square
1 - 4 p.m.
A Colts football featuring Ryan Kelly will be given to those who donate, while supplies last.
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Fall leaf and landscape waste removal
From now 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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Holiday lights recycling drive
through January 19
Carmel residents have the opportunity to make this holiday season truly green by recycling holiday lights instead of throwing them away. Now through January 19, residents can recycle used and unwanted holiday lights by taking them to White's Ace Hardware & Garden Center at 731 S. Range Line Road. The recycling drive will continue until January 19 and is sponsored by Carmel Clay Schools' Green Teams, Carmel Utilities, the City of Carmel, Technology Recyclers and White's Ace Hardware & Garden Center.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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Winter weather information
In the event of a major snow or ice storm, Republic Services Trash & Recycling service may be delayed.
This link takes you to the City of Carmel Utilities website where any delays will be posted on the Important Information front page. Service delays will also be posted on social media sites Nextdoor, the Carmel Utilities Facebook and Twitter accounts.
Please be aware that any news broadcasts concerning trash service with Republic Services in Indianapolis or other communities may not apply to service in Carmel.
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Performing Arts in the City
Carmel has world class entertainment in a variety of genres featuring performances all year long
Each week we will highlight some of the events going on in the City.
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The Center for the Performing Arts
Carmel Symphony Orchestra at The Palladium
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Actors Theatre of Indiana
The Studio Theater
Click the venue logos below for more entertainment options.
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Upcoming Public Meetings
City Council Land Use and Special Studies Committee - Monday, December 11,
5:30 p.m.
Plan Commission - Tuesday, December 12, 6 p.m.
City Council Finance, Utilities and Rules Committee - Thursday, December 14,
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 Carmel TV and YouTube .
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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Counting down to the Solar Eclipse 2024
Experience one of the greatest natural phenomena that can occur in our skies: a total solar eclipse. Businesses, attractions and our cities are planning exciting ways to celebrate on April 8, 2024. Visit the Carmel Eclipse 2024 page on the City of Carmel website to watch the Countdown Clock and learn more about the eclipse.
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What time will the 2024 solar eclipse be visible?
Visit Hamilton County's Total Solar Eclipse 2024 website
for details.
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