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News from the City of Carmel - Nov. 22, 2024
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New committee continues mayor’s efforts to support transparency, accountability
Ushering in a new era of transparency, accountability and fiscal stewardship, the Carmel City Council, with Mayor Sue Finkam’s support, approved the formation of a new committee to review the city’s ties to affiliate non-profit organizations.
Unanimously approved at the Nov. 18 council meeting, the Affiliate Review Committee builds upon efforts initiated earlier this year by Mayor Finkam.
Read the full news release here.
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Recycle election signs
The City of Carmel Utilities and Carmel Street Department are partnering with the Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Center and Recycle Force to recycle 2024 election campaign signs.
Now through Wednesday, Nov. 27, Carmel residents can bring their campaign signs and metal stands to the following locations:
Carmel Household Hazardous Waste Site, 901 N. Range Line Rd., Carmel, 46032
Carmel Street Department, 3400 W. 131st St., Carmel, 46074
Hamilton County Household Hazardous Waste Center, 1717 Pleasant St., Ste. 200, Noblesville, 46060
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2025 City of Carmel Arts Grant applications open through Nov. 29
The City of Carmel announced its 2025 City Arts Grant application process, which will be conducted entirely online for the first time. This program aims to support local arts organizations that contribute to the vibrancy and appeal of our community. Since its inception in 2004, more than $17.3 million in arts grants have been awarded. The City Council has approved $1.47 million in funding for the 2025 grant cycle.
Local arts groups are encouraged to apply for funding. The deadline for the initial round of applications is Friday, November 29, at 5 p.m. For more information and to access the online application, please visit Carmel Arts Grants | City of Carmel.
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Traffic and Construction News
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3RD AVENUE SW - Beginning Saturday, Nov. 23, during the Christkindlmarkt's hours of operation, 3rd Avenue SW will be open to northbound traffic only. Signage will be in place to indicate the traffic adjustment. You will also notice that the free Holiday Trolley will begin service that same day and will be available at the dates and times listed below.
To view a larger version, click the image.
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City Department News & Information
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Carmel Fire Department kicks off annual community assistance program
Since 1967, the Carmel Fire Department (CFD) has delivered food and gifts to families in need in Carmel. Every year, CFD, with support from the Carmel community, has assisted hundreds of needy families during the holiday season.
For more information, this link you to the Community Assistance Program website.
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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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A few reminders for the Thanksgiving holiday week:
-Republic Services Trash & Recycling will be on a one-day delay for Thursday and Friday customers only.
-Carmel Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center will be closed beginning Thursday, Nov. 28 until it reopens on Tuesday, Dec. 3.
Carmel Utilities wishes you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
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Holiday at Carter Green
Celebrate the grand opening of Carmel's authentic German holiday market and The Ice at Carter Green with Santa, reindeer and other animals, jugglers, carolers, balloon artists and more. Children will receive free goodie bags filled with surprises donated by event sponsors while supplies last.
Saturday, Nov. 23
Carmel Christkindlmarkt
3 - 6:45 p.m.
You don't want to miss Mayor Sue Finkam, arriving with Santa to the Christkindlmarkt at
3 p.m. and the annual tree lighting at 6:45 p.m.
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Santa Tours return this weekend!
Mark your calendars as Santa returns to Carmel this holiday season with his friends from the Carmel Fire, Police and Street departments. The tours will begin Sunday, Nov. 24 and include 10 dates with 10 different routes through Sunday, Dec. 15. Each tour time will be from 5-8 p.m. on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
You can check the Santa Tracker to view the routes and find out when he’s close by your home or neighborhood.
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Hop on the Holiday Trolley!
Click on the map image below to view a larger version.
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Support local businesses and Shop Small Shop Carmel on Small Business Saturday. Nov. 30
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Vote for Carmel Christkindlmarkt!
Our Christkindlmarkt is in the running, once again, for USA Today’s 10Best competition in the category of Best Holiday Market.
We are proud to have won the #1 spot in 2019, 2021, 2022 and 2023. Vote once per day until voting ends on Monday, Dec. 2 at noon EST. The top 10 winning markets will be announced on Friday, Dec. 6.
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Colts to host watch party for Dec. 1 road game
On Sunday, Dec. 1 from noon - 4 p.m. at Midtown Plaza, watch the Indianapolis Colts vs. New England Patriots at a road game Watch Party presented by the Colts and Bud Light. This party is free to attend and open to all ages but fans must secure a ticket to attend.
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Indianapolis Colts Fest at Carmel Christkindlmarkt
Sunday, Dec. 1
Noon - 8 p.m.
Kick off the holiday season with the Christkindlmarkt at the inaugural Indianapolis Colts Fest to celebrate the Colts’ expansion into Germany and Austria. Learn more about this event at this link.
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On Wednesday, Nov. 13 at the Clay Township Government Center Garage, the Carmel Department of Community Services and Yard & Company hosted a Home Place Sub Area Plan Open House event that had more than 50 attendees throughout the evening. The event is one of several opportunities for gathering community input to inform the development of the Sub Area Plan which will be amended into Carmel’s Comprehensive Plan.
This link takes you to a quick video from the open house.
This event launched a new round of community engagement about potential ways to beautify and address opportunities in the business district at 106th Street & College Avenue.
The concepts and information shared at the Open House have been formatted into a Survey and Map Activity to continue to gather community insights.
Visit ThisIsHomePlace.com to:
- Get caught up on the project
- Complete the new survey and map activity by Friday, Dec. 20
- Schedule a meeting or host a gathering with a project ambassador
- Sign up to join the movement and be kept in the loop
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City of Carmel Planning Administrator, Adrienne Keeling, speaks with attendees at the Home Place Sub Area Plan Open House.
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The Mayor's Advisory Commission on Senior Living and The Voice of Aging, LLC will host a conference on the positive aspects of aging.
Wednesday, Dec. 4
Carmel Clay Public Library
9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
There is no fee to attend and lunch will be served. To learn more about the conference, please contact Carol Applegate at (317) 289-6567.
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Are you looking for ways to make your holiday shopping a little greener and earth-friendly? This holiday season, check out the “Green Gift Shop” for green gift ideas. Local businesses will showcase green gifts that are local, organic, natural, recycled, reused or repurposed.
The Green Gift Shop is hosted by Carmel Green Initiative and takes place on Thursday, Dec. 5 from 1:30 - 7 p.m. at the Carmel Clay Public Library.
For more details, this link takes you to the event page.
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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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Board of Zoning Appeals - Monday, Nov. 25, 6 p.m.
City of Carmel offices will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
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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