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News from the City of Carmel - March 1, 2024 |
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Have you taken the Community Survey yet?
The City of Carmel strives to be the best. What are we getting right? Where can we make improvements? Whether you live or work here, or just love to visit Carmel, you are welcome and encouraged to participate. Your voice matters.
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Congratulations, Carmel Fire Department
The Carmel Fire Department has received Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI) for meeting the criteria established through the CFAI’s voluntary self-assessment and accreditation program for a third time.
This link takes you to the full news release.
Pictured first row: Denise Snyder, Accreditation Budget Administrator. Second row (left to right): Accreditation Assistant Retired Chief Gary Dufek; Planning Chief Joel Heavner; Deputy Chief Jason Wendzel; Deputy Chief Lucas Ray; Mayor Sue Finkam; Fire Chief David Haboush; CFAI Commission Chairman Steve Dirksen; Peer Team Leader Neil Rosenberger. Third row: President Carmel Professional Firefighters J.C. Mitchell, Captain Mark Gugel
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Congratulations, Michael Klitzing
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Summer Camp Series registration opens today
Registration for Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation (CCPR) Summer Camp Series opens today at noon. CCPR offers 13 traditional and specialty full-day camps for ages 5-15. Camp types range from nature to arts to sports and more. Each week campers will enjoy weekly themes, hands-on activities, field trips or guest speakers and trips to The Waterpark or splash pads
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Community Sensory Day this Saturday
March is Disability Awareness Month and the Carmel Advisory Committee on Disability (CACD) has planned events and initiatives to celebrate. Saturday, March 2, head to Midtown Plaza for Community Sensory Day:
- Free snack items, courtesy of BraunAbility
- Giveaways and sensory activities
- CACD video screening at 10:45 a.m.
- Enjoy a movie with closed captions at 11 a.m.
- Virtual Art Exhibition launch at 1 p.m.
We will share additional events and activities in the coming weeks.
The Carmel Advisory Committee on Disability and the Carmel Arts Council will present their annual Virtual Art Exhibition and are taking submissions from Carmel residents with disabilities.
This link takes you to the submission form.
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Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council accepting applicants
The Carmel Mayor’s Youth Council (CMYC), engages high school students in Carmel with the many facets of local government.
The group, comprised of 25 to 35 students who reside in Carmel and attend local high schools, has the shared goal of making a tangible impact on the city during their time in high school. The CMYC, with the support of local government and civic leaders, plan, organize and implement opportunities and events that allow Carmel youth to develop valuable and transferable leadership skills and organizational knowledge.
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Brookshire Golf Course opens March 11
The City of Carmel’s golf course along Cool Creek offers 18 Championship holes in a picturesque setting.
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Get your season pass now!
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Reserve your tee time here.
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CSBN March Meeting
Carmel Small Business Network (CSBN) Meeting
Wednesday, March 27, noon
Carmel City Hall, Council Chambers (Second Floor)
If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to Kelli Prader in Carmel Utilities at kprader@carmel.in.gov by Wednesday, March 13.
Thank you to lunch sponsor, State Bank, for their generous support of this meeting.
To learn more about CSBN, this link takes you to the website for Carmel Small Business Network | City of Carmel
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CNAN March Meeting
Carmel Neighborhood Association Network (CNAN) Meeting
Wednesday, March 27, 6 p.m.
Carmel City Hall, Council Chambers (Second Floor)
Light refreshments will be served.
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.
To learn more about CNAN, this link takes you to the website for Carmel Neighborhood Association Network | City of Carmel
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2023 Annual Report now available
Carmel Utilities is a city-owned water and wastewater utility with a strong commitment to proactive maintenance programs, infrastructure investments and strategic planning efforts, all with an emphasis on community engagement and transparency.
To view the 2023 Annual Report, click this link.
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Carmel Utilities Water & Sanitary Sewer Rate Increase
Carmel Utilities Water and Sanitary Sewer charges reflect a rate increase passed in the 2023 rate ordinance.
For more information regarding details of this rate change, please visit the Carmel Utilities website and go to the Rates & Fees menu at the top of the page.
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Only 2 months until Total Solar Eclipse
We are counting down the days until the Total Solar Eclipse on April 8! We have seen your questions and wanted to provide a little more information on the City of Carmel’s plans for the day of the event, as well as some safety measures and expectations for this extraordinary event.
For more details, this link takes you to the City's Facebook page.
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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
Center Presents at The Tarkington
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Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
Click the venue logos below for more entertainment options.
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Upcoming Public Meetings
Sister City Advisory Board - Saturday, March 2, 10 a.m. (Carmel Clay Public Library Board Room)
City Council - Monday, March 4, 6 p.m.
Board of Public Works - Wednesday, March 6, 10 a.m.
Land Use and Special Studies Committee - Wednesday, March 6, 6 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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About the City of Carmel, Indiana
The City of Carmel is a thriving suburban community in Central Indiana, and is ranked one of the most livable mid-size U.S. cities. Known nationwide for pioneering urban design, Carmel has received numerous awards for its community amenities, quality of life, business environment and excellent schools, and continues to build community for those who live, work, play and visit the city. For more information, visit www.carmel.in.gov. |
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