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Mayor Finkam joins senators
U.S. Senators Jim Banks and Elizabeth Warren are helping to tackle the issue of high costs and long wait times for fire trucks, a matter Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam has called attention to in recent months.
“I am encouraged that our national leaders are supporting the needs of municipalities in acquiring critical equipment in the face of both cost escalations and shortages,” Mayor Finkam said.
The issue made national headlines in April with Mayor Finkam interviewed by The New York Times, the only mayor quoted in the story. Her comments focused on what is truly a national security issue, given the role first responders would play when communities face a severe weather event, terrorism or other emergency.
Central Indiana media outlets have actively covered the fire truck access and shortage issue, as well, including The Indianapolis Business Journal, which featured an interview with Carmel Fire Department Chief Joel Thacker.
Please note that access to the full article requires a subscription.
Photo of Chief Thacker: Chad Williams/IBJ
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City of Carmel remembers victims of the Holocaust
Thank you to all who participated and attended the annual Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony on April 24.
Rabbi Benjamin Sendrow of Congregation Shaarey Tefilla and Rabbi Justin Kerber of Congregation Beth Shalom were joined by this year's keynote presenter, Graham Honaker (pictured left), Associate Athletic Director for Development and NIL Strategy at Butler University. Honaker co-authored "A Blessing, Not a Burden: My Parents' Remarkable Holocaust Story and My Fight to Keep Their Legacy Alive" with Dr. Alex Kor.
Musical performances featured cantor Melissa Cohen; the Carmel United Methodist Church Bell Choir; University High School of Indiana Choir and Sadie Cohen, Carmel High School sophomore and Miss Cardinal's Teen 2025.
The video of the ceremony is available on the City of Carmel's YouTube channel, at this link.
To view more photos from the event, visit the City's Facebook page.
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Rabbi Justin Kerber
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Carmel's construction season is underway! Please plan extra travel time, follow detour signs carefully and remember to be patient and mindful of the safety of construction workers and flaggers.
3rd Avenue SW
There is currently 14-day closure of 3rd Avenue SW from Walnut Street to City Center Drive.
Pennsylvania Parkway and Liberty Fund Drive
The roundabout at this intersection is closed for 30 days.
96th Street and College Avenue Roundabout
On or after May 5, the City of Carmel will begin construction of its 156th roundabout at the intersection of East 96th Street and North College Avenue. The intersection is managed by the City of Carmel and the project is designed to improve safety, traffic flow and pedestrian access at this key entry point into the City.
Residents and visitors are encouraged to continue supporting the businesses at this intersection throughout the duration of the project.
Read the full news release at this link to see the list of businesses at that intersection.
West 96th Street between Spring Mill Road and Ditch Road
West 96th Street between Spring Mill and Ditch roads is currently westbound traffic only for the construction of the multi-use path on 96th Street.
On Friday, May 9 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., there will be a crane in the construction area that requires a full closure on West 96th Street between Spring Mill Road and Ditch Road.
The closure is indicated by the horizontal red line. The green lines indicate the detour route.
News from Hamilton County Highway
146th Street - White River Bridge
Please be advised, effective on or after Monday, May 5, drivers should expect increased construction traffic for material deliveries within the construction zone. Please follow the posted 35 mph speed limit and watch for flaggers while driving through the construction zone.
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106th and College Block Party time!
Join Home Place community members for an afternoon of food, fun and connection as we celebrate the people and partnerships shaping this vibrant neighborhood. Enjoy delicious bites from a local food truck, sweet treats at the Greater Home Place Neighborhood Association Ice Cream Social, music and games for all ages.
Saturday, May 3, noon - 4 p.m.
Get Involved and Learn More
Learn more about the new 106th and College, Inc. organization.
Follow 106th and College on Facebook and Instagram.
Learn more about the Home Place Subarea Plan process.
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Ready to Move with the Mayor?
Ready to get moving, Carmel?
Mayor Sue Finkam invites the community to participate in Move with the Mayor® Spring Mental Health and Physical Activity Challenge.
The challenge, organized by the National Forum for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention, is part of a national initiative promoting physical activity while fostering social connection in our community. Physical well-being is often associated with exercise and nutrition, but it's important to recognize social connection's role in our overall health.
Visit this page for a list of events and more information.
Mayor Finkam joined the team at the first Coffee on the Monon of the season!
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City team members David Littlejohn (Transportation Systems Administrator) and Kevin Whited (Transportation Development Coordinator) are joined by Mayor Sue Finkam, Leah York (Carmel resident, Board of Zoning Appeals President) and Eliza O’Grady (Central Indiana Regional Transportation Authority)
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Carmel Utilities news
Hydrant Flushing
Carmel Utilities is conducting city hydrant flushing maintenance over the next four weeks, beginning on the northeast side, then moving west. Flushing is a controlled, quick release of water from fire hydrants, to optimize water quality and confirm that each hydrant is operating properly every year.
Thank you to the Water Distribution department for providing this vital service, with more than 3,000 hydrants checked and serviced.
Landscape debris 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 waste, during the month of May.
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Carmel Fire Department Lateral Hiring Process
is officially open
The City of Carmel Fire Department (CFD) is committed to protecting and serving our community with dedication, integrity and excellence.
CFD is currently seeking lateral firefighters who have at least two years of service and are active members of the PERF 77 pension fund.
This link takes you to more information including the application.
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Event season is here!
Get ready, Carmel! May marks the festive kickoff of our city's event season. From family-friendly bike events and activities and the richness of multicultural festivals to the beloved Movies at Midtown Plaza, there's an abundance of opportunities to get out and enjoy all that Carmel has to offer. Get your calendars ready – May is just the beginning of a fantastic season of community fun!
This section is your weekly guide to City and partner events.
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Cherry Blossom Festival this weekend!
Sunday, May 4, 1 - 4 p.m.
The City of Carmel will host its first-ever Cherry Blossom Festival on Sunday at the Japanese Garden on the grounds of Carmel City Hall in partnership with Carmel Sister Cities, Inc,. offering a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture while recognizing Carmel’s sister city relationship with Kawachinagano, Japan.
This event is free and open to the public; festival attendees will have the chance to experience activities for all ages including traditional Japanese arts such as calligraphy and origami, kimono try-ons, traditional drumming and more. Guests will also enjoy an assortment of authentic Japanese cuisine from a variety of local food vendors.
The festival will also serve as an opportunity to rededicate the Kawachinagano Japanese Garden at Carmel City Hall, a serene space completed in 2009 as part of the 15th anniversary of the sister city recognition. While the garden renovations will not yet be complete, renderings of the finished construction will be available to view at the event.
Japanese Garden rendering.
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Bike Carmel
We encourage bicycling all year long but May is National Bike Month and Bike Carmel is ready to celebrate and promote the benefits of bicycling.
To view a larger version of the Bike Carmel schedule, click here.
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Midtown Block Party
Saturday, May 10, 2 - 6 p.m.
Midtown Plaza
Step right up! Midtown Block Party is the City of Carmel's summer kickoff event. Enjoy a variety of vendors, balloon art, face painting, yard games, Touch-a-Truck, a movie screening of "Dumbo" and a fire dance performance Circle City Fire.
More event information at this link.
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We hope you enjoyed the Trail!
We conclude our Carmel Caffeine Trail series with featured vendor for the week of May 5, Prufrock Coffee Company at 275 Veterans Way, Suite 120.
Visit Prufrock Coffee on Wednesday, May 7 to receive a free mug. Mugs are limited so act fast!
When you pick up your mug, we ask you to share a photo at the featured location on our social media pages with the hashtag #CarmelCaffeineTrail
Instagram: @ExperienceCarmel
Facebook: Experience Carmel
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Mayor Finkam visited with owner Poula Hanna. Watch this video and be sure to stop by to enjoy a variety of specialty drinks and pastries.
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Carmel High School
Congratulations to the amazing Carmel High School student journalists on staff at HiLite.org. This online publication has been named a 2025 NSPA Pacemaker Award winner and is one of just 13 winners nationwide.
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The National Scholastic Press Association (NSPA) announced their 2025 winners on April 26.
This link takes you to NSPA's list of 2025 Online Pacemakers.
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The Carmel Planetarium Club is presenting its last public show of the school year. CHS Senior Jackson Moffett will lead a presentation on the life of stars in the Milky Way Galaxy.
Saturday, May 10, 4 p.m.
Adults: $5
Children, Seniors and CHS Students: $3
You may access the planetarium through Door #1, the main entrance of CHS, walk past Dale Graham auditorium and turn right.
This link takes you to more information including ticket purchasing.
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Carmel Farmers Market opens Saturday
The Carmel Farmers Market kicks off its 27th year tomorrow at Carter Green. Carmel's volunteer-run market features more than 80 vendors and is open every Saturday, May through September, from 8 - 11:30 a.m.
Conveniently located off the Monon Greenway, the market is easily accessible on foot or on two wheels. If you plan to drive, the market parking map is available at this link.
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Enjoy second Saturday in the Arts & Design District
Enjoy all that the Carmel Arts & Design District has to offer on Saturday, May 10. The District is home to retail, restaurants and unique galleries. See below for a few special May events.
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CCA Gallery
111 W. Main St., #135
Featured artists this month are Carol Bell (ceramics) and Elaine Wolf (painting).
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Carmel City Center announces grand opening of
The Back Nine Golf
Carmel City Center welcomes The Back Nine Golf Carmel, a state-of-the-art indoor golf simulator facility.
The public is invited to celebrate the grand opening on Friday, May 17 from noon to 4 p.m.
Leading up to the grand opening, the public is invited to experience free 30-minute demo sessions. Demos can be booked at this link.
Read Carmel City Center's news release here.
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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. For details about all performances, be sure to visit the websites listed below. |
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City Council - Monday, May 5, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Commercial Committee - Tuesday May 6, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Residential Committee - Tuesday May 6, 6 p.m.
Board of Public Works - Wednesday, May 7, 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.
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About the City of Carmel, Indiana
A thriving community acclaimed for its distinct amenities, robust business environment and excellent schools, the City of Carmel was named the #1 Best Place to Live in the nation by Livability. Highly regarded by its residents as a safe community offering an exceptional quality of life, Carmel is home to an award-winning parks system and a wealth of cultural options. Carmel is built for big dreams. Find out more at www.carmel.in.gov.
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