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News from the City of Carmel - Oct. 4, 2024
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Carmel ranks No. 1 'Best Small City in America'
Carmel (No. 1), Fishers (No. 4) and Westfield (No. 10) once again ranked in the top ten of WalletHub's study of the "Best Small Cities in America." More than 1,300 cities were included in the study with rankings based on five key criteria: 1) Affordability, 2) Economic Health, 3) Education and Health, 4) Quality of Life and 5) Safety. These criteria were then measured across 45 "key metrics of livability."
This link takes you to the full 2024 report.
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Carmel City Center receives Indy Chamber Monumental Award
Congratulations to the Carmel Redevelopment Commission whose Carmel City Center project received the Monumental Award in the Neighborhood Revitalization category. The submitted projects in the categories of architecture, construction, engineering, innovative reuse, interior design, landscape architecture, neighborhood revitalization, public art and real estate development represent nine Central Indiana counties.
In its 47th year, the Monumental Awards highlight the contributions made by businesses and individuals to the region's built environment.
From left to right: Klaine Tanner, Construction Division President, Signature Construction; Melissa Averitt, SVP, Pedcor Companies; Anthony Gary, VP Development, Village Capital Corporation A Pedcor Company; Steve Sturtz, President, Pedcor Design Group, Henry Mestetsky, Executive Director, Carmel Redevelopment Commission; Jon Poppino, Pedcor Homes Corporation; Jim Walls, Project Architect/Manager, Pedcor Design Group
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A little weather didn't stop Carmel International Arts Festival
Left to right: Jill Gilmer, CIAF President; Mayor Sue Finkam; Jennifer Hoard, Best of Show Winner; Meg Osborne, CIAF Executive Director.
As the summer festival season draws to a close and inclement weather provided some challenges, the annual two-day Carmel International Arts Festival (CIAF) featured stunning art and colorful performances in the Arts & Design District.
Visit the Carmel International Arts Festival Facebook page for more photos.
The Latvian Lielupe Folk Dance Ensemble with Mayor Sue Finkam.
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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.
VETERANS WAY AND WALNUT STREET - This +/- 30-day full closure of Veterans Way and Walnut Street for the construction of a roundabout at that intersection, is underway.
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City Department News & Information
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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:
Monsters vs. Aliens
Tuesday, Oct. 8, noon and 6 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 10, 6 p.m.
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Global Music, United World Festival presented by Hand in Hand Music Foundation
Saturday, Oct. 5, 2 - 5 p.m.
Midtown Plaza
The Arts in Autumn
Saturday, Oct. 12, 2 - 6 p.m.
Midtown Plaza, Indiana Design Center
Allied Solutions' Meet Me on Main
Saturday, Oct. 12, 4 - 8 p.m.
Arts & Design District
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Fall Programs with Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation
Looking for indoor and outdoor activities where you can experience Carmel's parks, trails and Monon Community Center? Fall programming is available at this link.
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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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City Council - Monday, Oct. 7, 6 p.m.
Carmel Advisory Committee on Disability - Tuesday, Oct. 8, 9:30 a.m., Carmel Clay Public Library, Board Room
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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