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News from the City of Carmel - Sept. 27, 2024 |
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Carmel 2025 budget supports transparency, bold goals and Elevate Carmel plan
 Carmel City Council members met with staff leaders this week in public sessions to review an annual budget that features a first-time model aligning with the city’s bold strategic goals.
“Our city has experienced remarkable growth and faces complex challenges,” Mayor Sue Finkam said. “Thanks to multiple points of input, we have developed a financial road map that offers a strategic advantage, aligning spending with our community’s evolving needs, allowing us to better serve our residents.”
The budget will be introduced again to the council on Oct. 7 and will be eligible for adoption at the Oct. 21 council meeting.
This link takes you to an infographic that illustrates how resources will be directed to support the Elevate Carmel strategic plan.
Read the full news release here.
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Carmel Fire Department receives multiple grants
The Carmel Fire Department is proud to announce the receipt of several significant grants aimed at enhancing training programs, emergency response capabilities and community safety initiatives. These grants, totaling more than $169,000, will fund critical equipment, personnel training and innovative safety programs benefiting the Carmel community.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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Carmel receives Safe Streets for All Grant
The City of Carmel has been awarded a $280,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets for All (SS4A) program to support the development of a comprehensive Safety Action Plan. This grant, announced earlier this month by the Federal Highway Administration, will enable Carmel to improve roadway safety for all users, while also positioning the city to pursue future funding opportunities to implement safety improvements.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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The Center for the Performing Arts, Allied Solutions announce naming partnership
This week, The Center for the Performing Arts and financial services provider Allied Solutions announced a seven-year sponsorship agreement that will rename the nonprofit arts organization and the three-venue campus it operates at Carmel City Center.
This link takes you to the full news release.
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Traffic and Construction News |
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HAVERSTICK ROAD - Haverstick Road from E. 96th Street to E. 99th Street is open to southbound traffic only while work is underway in the northbound lane. This will re-open in November.
CARMEL INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL - Starting Friday, Sept. 27 at 4:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29, there will be street closures in the Arts & Design District. This link takes you to a map that shows the road closures as well as a festival map.
VETERANS WAY AND WALNUT STREET - Beginning on or after Oct. 1, there will be a +/- 30-day full closure of the Veterans Way and Walnut Street for the construction of a roundabout at that intersection.
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Carmel International Arts Festival this weekend
Saturday, Sept. 28 and Sunday, Sept. 29 in the Arts & Design District. This link takes you to the Carmel International Arts Festival website for everything you need to know about this exciting annual event.
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City Department News & Information |
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Carmel Police Department will be hosting an open recruiting/informational night on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at 6:30 p.m. at CPD's headquarters. This event provides an opportunity to learn about department benefits, training, community/agency expectations and more.
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CFD Open House
Tour your local Carmel Fire Department stations on Tuesday, Oct. 1 from 5 - 7 p.m.
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Movies at Midtown
Head to Midtown Plaza on Tuesdays and Thursdays for Movies at Midtown presented all summer long 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.
Next Week's Feature:
Inside Out
Tuesday, Oct. 1, noon and 6 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 3, 6 p.m.
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Oktoberfest
Friday, Oct. 4, 6 - 10 p.m.
Carmel City Center
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Carmel Middle School and Carmel's Latvian sister city representatives will host the Jelgava Latvia Lielupe Folk Dance Ensemble tonight at 7 p.m. for an evening of authentic Latvian culture.
The ensemble will be in Carmel to participate in this year's Carmel International Arts Festival on Sept. 28 and 29 along with performances by Greek, Chinese and Mexican dance troupes.
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Become a Home Place Ambassador
Yard & Company, in support of the City of Carmel’s Home Place Sub Area Plan, is looking to hire two community ambassadors to conduct community outreach and facilitate discussions in the Home Place neighborhood. See the job description and learn how to apply.
Learn about Place-Based Organizations
Are you passionate about making a difference in Home Place? Join Yard & Company on Oct. 1 at 5 p.m. for an online discussion about place-based organizations and how they can help enhance a specific neighborhood or commercial district.
Learn more and register for this free webinar.
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Performing Arts in the City |
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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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Ethics Board - Tuesday, Oct. 1, 11:30 a.m.
Plan Commission Commercial Committee - Tuesday, Oct. 1, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Residential Committee - Tuesday, Oct. 1, 6 p.m.
Board of Public Works - Wednesday, Oct. 2, 10 a.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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