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Mayor Sue Finkam announces new Transportation Committee to enhance oversight of infrastructure planning
CARMEL, Ind., March 5, 2026 - Demonstrating a continued commitment to transparency, accountability and fiscal stewardship, Mayor Sue Finkam has signed an executive order establishing the Carmel Transportation Committee.
The newly formed committee will review and provide expert commentary on the City of Carmel’s forthcoming Capital Improvement Plan and Program. By integrating resident expertise and legislative oversight, the Committee will ensure that the City’s long-term infrastructure investments align with the community’s needs and fiscal goals.
"The Transportation Committee, led by City Engineer Bradley Pease, will provide a vital layer of review for our infrastructure strategy," said Mayor Finkam. "This initiative ensures that we publish our Capital Improvement Plan with a precise focus on transparency and the responsible management of taxpayer dollars."
The Committee is comprised of five Carmel residents, each bringing a diverse range of professional backgrounds and community perspectives. Joining these residents are two members of the Carmel City Council, President Matthew Snyder and Councilor Jeff Worrell, ensuring a direct link between the advisory body and the City’s legislative process.
"Bringing together technical leadership and resident voices allows us to vet our transportation priorities more effectively," added Pease (pictured).
Bradley Pease, City Engineer, Committee Chair Jamie Ford-Bowers, Founder, JFB LLC Jeff Hill, Vice President and Partner, A&F Engineering Ruth Hook, Environmental Section Director, Burgess & Niple Jarvis Jointer, Founder and CEO, JQOL Lyndsay Quist, Commissioner, Indiana Department of Transportation Matthew Snyder, President, Carmel City Council Jeff Worrell, Councilor, Carmel City Council
Details regarding meeting schedules and opportunities for community involvement will be shared in the coming weeks.
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About the City of Carmel, Indiana A thriving community acclaimed for its distinct amenities, robust and innovative business environment and excellent schools, the City of Carmel was named the #2 Best Place to Live in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report. 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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