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News from the City of Carmel - May 3, 2024
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Local donors rally behind Carmel Police Department's safety initiative
Donation of more than $300K provides helmets and plates
to CPD
The City of Carmel and the Carmel Police Department announced a significant stride in bolstering the safety and preparedness of its officers, thanks to the generosity of two local donors who rallied to support the department's initiative. Contributions from Jeff and Pamela Greenwalt and a second anonymous donor, along with Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam’s commitment to public safety enabled the procurement of essential tactical gear for officers. The donation, exceeding $300,000 in total, enabled the city to acquire crucial equipment such as rifle-rated plates and ballistic helmets, fulfilling the department's commitment to enhancing officer safety and effectiveness.
The journey towards outfitting every officer with state-of-the-art protective gear began in 2023 when officers identified the need for rifle-rated plates to confront evolving threats. Subsequently, a proposal for ballistic helmets was submitted, further solidifying the department's dedication to equipping its personnel with the tools necessary to navigate high-risk situations safely.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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Rifle-rated ballastic plate
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Congratulations to the Earth Day Art
Contest winners
Students and their families celebrated Earth Day at the Carmel Clay Public Library last week. Winners of Carmel Green Initiative’s Earth Day Art Contest received recognition certificates from Mayor Sue Finkam. For more photos visit Carmel Green Initiative's website.
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Welcoming AAPI Heritage Month with
Governor Holcomb
The Month of May is nationally recognized as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and celebrates the many contributions made by Asian Americans to our history, culture and society. The central Indiana-based Asian American Alliance, Inc. (AAAI), along with delegates representing several Asian nationalities, was invited to spend time with Governor Eric Holcomb and Indiana’s Chief Equity, Inclusion & Opportunity Officer, Karrah Herring, to share a greeting to kick off the month. The board of directors for AAAI includes four Carmel residents, one of whom is Kate Lustig (pictured far left), project manager in the City of Carmel’s Marketing & Community Relations department.
As we continue to strive to be a world-class city that attracts businesses, residents and visitors from all over the world, we welcome feedback from our Asian community members. What are we doing correctly? How can we improve? Share your thoughts here.
Pictured left to right: Kate Lustig, Kaye Vitug, Prerna Shraff, Debi Bardhan-Akala, KP Singh, Linda Chang, David Wong, Karrah Herring, Indiana’s Chief Equity, Inclusion & Opportunity Officer; Governor Eric Holcomb; Rupal Thanawala, Asian American Alliance, Inc. Board President (seated); Mahmood Hanif, Vipin Gopal, Ellie Sisler, Marlon Alfonso, Yoon Lee, Lucia Mar and Nicholas Huang.
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City Department News & Information
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Congratulations to our 2024 Carmel Citizens Utility Academy Spring Session Graduates!
The Carmel Citizens Utility Academy is a program offered by Carmel Utilities to provide insight to the public on the responsibilities and operations of Water, Wastewater, Trash & Recycling and Household Hazardous Waste Disposal services. For more information, please visit the Carmel Utilities website.
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Landscape pick-up from Republic Services
Happy Spring! As part of the Republic Services trash and recycling residential program in Carmel, each household is allowed 20 extra bags or bundles per week of landscape, during the months of April and May.
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To comply with Indiana Department of Environmental Management state regulations, Carmel Utilities issues an annual Water Quality Report (also called Consumer Confidence Report) describing the quality of your drinking water. The purpose of this report is to raise your understanding of drinking water and awareness of the need to protect our drinking water sources.
Carmel Utilities is pleased to report that your tap water met or exceeded all Environmental Protection Agency and state standards in 2023.
This link takes you to the 2023 Water Quality Report.
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Traffic and Construction News
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126TH STREET AND GRAY ROAD - Beginning Sunday, May 5, at noon, the City of Carmel Wastewater Utility will be repairing and improving a critical section of its infrastructure by conducting work on the sanitary sewer line. This crucial maintenance work is primarily located in the westbound lane of 126th Street and crossing the intersection of Gray Road. Carmel Utilities plans to complete this project by Friday, May 10, barring any extreme weather conditions which may cause delay. This link takes you to more details from Carmel Utilities.
COLLEGE AVENUE RECONSTRUCTION - On or after Monday, May 6, construction will begin on North College Avenue. This will necessitate a southbound lane closure from 106th Street to 96th Street.
3RD AVENUE SW - The reconstruction continues on the stretch from Main Street to City Center until early autumn.
NEWS FROM INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
U.S. 31 TO I-465 EB RAMP WEEKEND RAMP CLOSURE - Beginning on or after Friday, May 10, at 9 p.m. crews will close the U.S. 31 to I-465 eastbound ramp. This closure will allow crews to complete a bridge deck overlay and concrete railing repairs. This work is expected to be complete Monday, May 13, at 6 a.m., weather permitting. This link takes you to the full news release from INDOT.
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Movies at Midtown returns
Head to Midtown Plaza on Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Tuesday, May 7 for Movies at Midtown presented by Allied Solutions, on the big screen. Showings are at noon and 6 p.m. on Tuesdays and 6 p.m. on Thursdays. This link takes you to the 2024 movie schedule.
The Lego Movie
Tuesday, May 7, noon and 6 p.m.
Thursday, May 9, 6 p.m.
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May is National Bike Month!
National Bike to School Day
Wednesday, May 8
Grab your helmet and plan to participate in National Bike to School Day.
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Bike Carmel Family Fun Ride
Saturday, May 11
8:30 a.m.
IU Health North Hospital presents Bike Carmel's first Family Fun Ride of the season at Carmel Elementary School.
Enjoy a two-mile bike ride, bike rodeo, games and activities for the whole family.
This link takes you to the Facebook event page.
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Midtown Block Party
Saturday, May 11
2-6 p.m.
Midtown Plaza celebrated its grand opening in 2019. What began as an anniversary party to honor opening day, has now evolved into a larger celebration to kick off the summer season with special events and activities. This event is free and open to the public.
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Meet Me on Main
Saturday, May 11
4-8 p.m.
Enjoy music, galleries and more in Carmel's Arts & Design District.
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Performing Arts in the City
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Break a leg at ISSMA State Finals!
Congratulations to the FIVE Carmel High School performing arts groups that will be competing at the Indiana State School Music Association State Finals at Pike High School on Saturday, May 4.
The City of Carmel congratulates Wind Symphony 1, Wind Symphony 2, Symphony Orchestra, Philharmonic Orchestra and Ambassadors for your accomplishments and wish you well at finals.
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Carmel has much to offer in the way of the performing arts. From world-class venues like The Palladium to more intimate theatres like The Cat. Each week we will highlight several upcoming events in the city. For details about all performances, be sure to visit the websites listed below.
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Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael
Treat your mother to a Jazz Brunch Hosted by Blair Clark featuring Brenda Williams.
Sunday, May 12, noon
Purchase tickets to Jazz Brunch
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Mayor's Advisory Commission on Human Relations - Thursday, May 9, 4 p.m.
Plan Commission Residential Committee - Thursday, May 9, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Commercial Committee - Thursday, May 9, 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 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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