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News from the City of Carmel - Nov. 1, 2024 |
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First State of the City Address details strong progress, bold plans
Highlighting successes from her early months in office at Tuesday night’s State of the City address, Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam detailed future efforts toward sustaining and improving what she described as a world-class community with a strong legacy.
Hosted by OneZone Chamber of Commerce, the event held at The Palladium attracted more than 550 residents, business leaders and city team members. A link to a recording of the session can be found here.
Thanks to OneZone Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jack Russell and Ascension Health Carmel President Chad Dilley for hosting the event.
Mayor Finkam fielded questions from Jack Russell, OneZone President & CEO, sharing progress by new task forces that she formed earlier this year, which focus on housing, the needs of senior citizens, as well as veterans and young professionals.
Thank you to our Deputy Mayors!
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Carmel Police Department announces launch of Drone First Responder Program
The Carmel Police Department (CPD) is proud to announce the launch of its Drone First Responder (DFR) Program which serves to enhance the existing patrol-led drone operations under the Carmel Police Air Support Unit. Operating under a waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), our DFR drones respond directly to calls for service along with patrol officers and often arrive on the scene before them.
Read the full news release here.
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City of Carmel announces commission on public safety
Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam officially introduced the Mayor’s Advisory Commission on Public Safety this week. This commission is set to play a crucial role in advising the mayor on how public safety can adapt to the needs of the community, ultimately providing better service to citizens and patrons of the City of Carmel.
Read the full news release.
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City of Carmel introduces system to enhance transparency in government spending
In a continued effort to make government more transparent and accessible, the City of Carmel on Tuesday announced the launch of its financial transparency portal. This new tool will provide residents with a clear and detailed look into the city's financials, making it easier than ever to track where and how public funds are being spent.
Read the full news release here.
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City hosts first Diwali Festival
The city hosted its first annual Diwali Festival of Lights on Saturday, Oct. 26 at Midtown Plaza. Thanks to Mayor Sue Finkam, Carmel City Councilor Dr. Anita Joshi, the Diwali committee, sponsors American Structurepoint, Inc. and Patel Brothers, city teams, volunteers and vendors for bringing this new event to the City of Carmel. You can enjoy more photos on the Experience Carmel Facebook page.
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It's almost officially Movember!
Carmel Fire Department and City of Carmel present 'Everyone Deserves Their Morning Sun' event
The Carmel Fire Department (CFD) and the City of Carmel proudly present the Movember event "Everyone Deserves Their Morning Sun" dedicated to raising awareness for men’s health. On Monday, Nov. 4 at 9 a.m. the roundabout at Range Line Road, Clay Terrace Boulevard and Lowes Way will be transformed into a vibrant tribute to men impacted by prostate cancer, testicular cancer and mental health challenges. This event goes beyond a fundraiser - it’s a statement of hope and strength for everyone touched by the issues Movember seeks to address.
This year, every $5 received for Movember will go towards the placement of a white flag in the center of the roundabout. These flags will represent survivors, loved ones and supporters and will create a visible and powerful display of unity and shared courage.
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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 is underway for the construction of a roundabout at that intersection.
FROM HAMILTON COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT
146TH STREET (HAZEL DELL PARKWAY TO WHITE RIVER BRIDGE) - Please be advised, beginning on or after the dates listed below between the hours of 6 a.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Sunday, drivers should expect intermittent lane closures for the resurfacing of 146th Street between Hazel Dell Parkway and the White River bridge.
Lane Restriction Dates
Friday, Nov. 1 - Sunday, Nov. 3
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City Department News & Information |
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Carmel Police Department (CPD) invites the community to participate in their survey. Your participation is completely anonymous, and all responses will be used to guide CPD's planning process.
For more information, this link takes you to CPD's Facebook page. You may also click the button below to access the survey directly from now until Nov. 5.
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City of Carmel Veterans Day Ceremony
We honor our veterans at the city's annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Friday, Nov. 8 at noon at the Tarkington Theater.
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Fall leaf and landscape waste removal
Now through Dec. 15, each Carmel Utilities/Republic Services residential 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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Shake It Off Fest!
Calling all Swifties!
The City of Carmel is hosting "Shake It Off Fest" on Saturday, Nov. 2 in Midtown Plaza, just hours before Taylor Swift takes the stage at Lucas Oil Stadium. This vibrant afternoon celebration will be a tribute to all things Taylor, featuring live performances from The Bejeweled Band.
Get creative at our friendship bracelet-making station where you can craft your own personalized accessory to celebrate your Swiftie squad. For the 21+ crowd, indulge in the Ash & Elm Eras Cider boxes, perfectly paired with the festival vibe.
This event is free and open to the public. Learn more about it at this link.
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Carmel Winter Farmers Market is open now through Mar. 29, 2025.
Saturdays, 9 a.m. - noon
Oct. 19 - Mar. 29, 2025
611 3rd Ave. SW
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Carmel High School invites the community to tour the school on Sunday, Nov. 3 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
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Save the date for the Home Place Sub Area Plan Open House
This will be a great way to get caught up with one another and the team will share what was learned this summer and through the early fall. This will also be where those findings will shed light on opportunities for how to proceed with the Home Place Sub Area Plan.
Topic and feedback areas will include:
- The business district personality/identity
- Setting the Home Place standards for appropriate types of development
- Support for Home Place businesses and their properties
- Potential opportunities for village-scaled infill investment in and around the business district
Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to attend. Light refreshments will be served.
Hosted by: City of Carmel and Yard & Company
Date and time: Wednesday, Nov. 13, 4:30 - 8 p.m.
Location: Behind the Township Offices (10701 N. College Ave.)
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Place-based Organization Workshop #2: How PBOs Work to Create Great Places
Join us for the 2nd installment of our workshop series on Place-based Organizations, How PBOs Work to Create Great Places. The workshop will cover a wide range of things PBOs do and how they could apply in Home Place. We'll look at the organizational needs of great places, highlight where work is already being done in Home Place, and explore where there may still be needs to create what the community wants for Home Place.
Hosted by: City of Carmel and Yard & Company
Date and time: Wednesday, Nov. 13, 5:30 - 7 p.m.
Location: Training Room, Fire Station 345 (10701 N. College Ave.)
Click to here to register.
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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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Carmel Symphony Orchestra
Musical Morning Brunch
Wednesday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Woodland Country Club
Join the Carmel Symphony Orchestra (CS) for a vibrant Musical Morning Brunch featuring a compelling panel discussion titled "Harmony in Action, The Carmel Symphony and Community Connection."
The event will feature insights from Mayor Sue Finkam, Carmel City Councilwoman Shannon Minnaar, CSO Executive Director Ann Marie Chastain and CSO Education and Outreach Coordinator Katherine Peters who will discuss the vital role of the Carmel Symphony in fostering community connections. This link takes you to more information about this event. To register, call the CSO office at (317) 844-9717.
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Actors Theatre of Indiana
She Loves Me
The Studio Theater
Nov. 1 - 17
"She Loves Me" is a euphoric holiday-themed romantic comedy with a soaring score that shares its source material with the classic movies “The Shop Around the Corner,” “In the Good Old Summertime” and “You’ve Got Mail.”
Purchase tickets to She Loves Me
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Board of Public Works - Wednesday, Nov. 6, 10 a.m.
Plan Commission Residential Committee - Thursday, Nov. 7, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Commercial Committee - Thursday, Nov. 7, 6 p.m.
City of Carmel offices are closed on Monday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
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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Save the Date
CSBN November Meeting
Carmel Small Business Network (CSBN) Meeting
Tuesday, Nov. 19
Networking: 11:30 a.m. - noon
Meeting: noon - 1 p.m.
Carmel Police Department Headquarters, 1000 S. Range Line Rd.
There is no fee to attend CSBN but you must register using this link.
Thank you to lunch sponsor, State Bank, for their generous support of this meeting.
CNAN November Meeting
Carmel Neighborhood Association Network (CNAN) Meeting
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 6 p.m.
Carmel Police Department Headquarters, 1000 S. Range Line Rd.
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 neighborhood association presidents' networks.
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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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