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CITY OF CARMEL NEWSLETTER - Aug. 1, 2025 |
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Get Ready, Carmel! School's back in session Aug. 6
Carmel Clay Schools students, faculty, volunteers and bus drivers are back in session on Wednesday, Aug. 6. As the city springs back to the bustle of the academic schedule, it's a great time to remember that our roads and sidewalks will also bustle a bit more.
With thousands of students and faculty returning, especially to Carmel High School (which has more than 5,000 students – that's a small city in itself!), you can expect to see increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout Carmel, particularly during drop-off and pick-up times.
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Here are a few friendly reminders to help us all have a smooth and safe return to school:
🚌Slow down: Please be extra mindful of school speed limits and reduce your speed in school zones and residential areas.
🚲Watch for walkers and bikers: Always be on the lookout for students walking or biking to school. Use crosswalks, make eye contact and be prepared to stop.
📵No distractions: Put away your phone and avoid other distractions while driving. Your full attention is needed on the road.
🚶♀️Share the road: Be patient and courteous to other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists. We're all in this together!
⏰Plan ahead: If you're driving, consider leaving a few minutes earlier to account for potential traffic, especially around our school campuses.
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Thank you to our Carmel Police Department
School Resource Officers!
Wishing our incredible School Resource Officers (SROs) a great return to Carmel Clay Schools next week. The City of Carmel deeply appreciates the vital role they play in keeping our school community safe and supported.
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ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT PROJECTS
TOWNE ROAD (all weather and progress permitting):
- Main Street is now open
- 126th Street is now closed; scheduled to open the week of Aug. 18
- Glebe Street is now closed; scheduled to open the week of Sept. 1
- 116th Street is closed but will open to traffic by end of day Aug. 5
- Final restoration of the lawns at 106th, 116th and Main streets is in progress
- Towne Rd over I465 is closed for bridge work by INDOT. We’ll provide updates as we receive them from the INDOT team.
COLLEGE AVENUE CONSTRUCTION
Phase II of the N. College Avenue reconstruction project (I-465 to 106th Street) will begin on or after Aug. 4 and continue through the end of the year. This phase includes full reconstruction of the northbound lanes and work on the east side of the road, including most of the new roundabout at Pennsylvania Parkway.
A 30-day closure around October or November, will be in place to complete the west side of the roundabout. Northbound traffic will reopen before winter which will allow two-way traffic during the schools' winter break.
Affected driveway aprons in this phase of construction will be temporarily removed and replaced with stone to maintain access during construction.
If you have questions, please refrain from approaching the contractors but please do reach out to Engineering Administrator Joshua Kirsh at jkirsh@carmel.in.gov.
STREET DEPARTMENT PAVING
Due to the rainy weather on July 25 and July 28, paving work was delayed. New paving dates are scheduled below, weather permitting:
 Cool Creek Estates – In progress; will be completed on Saturday, Aug. 2.
Red Oak Lane – In progress, will be completed by Monday, Aug. 4.
W. 116th Street between Shelborne Road and Towne Road – Paving underway Monday, Aug. 4.
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Public Safety Day
Carmel Fire and Police and other City of Carmel teams will join local, state and federal public safety agencies to engage and educate the public on safety and emergency preparedness. Each year, this event draws crowds with interactive activities for all ages.
Saturday, Aug. 16
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
11611 N. Meridian St.
Click here on the image of the flyer to view a larger version.
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The Carmel Climate Action Committee is tasked with advising and making recommendations regarding the implementation of the Carmel Climate Action Plan (CAP). Strategy PE-1 of the CAP involves public education about sustainability and the environment. This new section of the newsletter will help meet this goal by providing useful information, tips and resources for residents.
The month of July's focus is "Composting in your yard." Click here or on the box above to take the Smart Irrigation Quiz and be entered in a drawing for a digital rain gauge.
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Hamilton County offers free native plants after invasive removal
The Hamilton County Invasives Partnership (HIP) and the Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) are teaming up to help residents restore their landscapes—one tree at a time. Through the Invasive Species Trade-In Program, property owners who remove invasive plants from their Hamilton County properties are eligible to receive free native plants from the SWCD’s fall native sale.
To learn more about the program details and how to apply, this link takes you to Hamilton County Soil and Water Conservation District's news release.
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Explore our Event & Festival Guide
There is so much to do in Carmel! The summer issue of Travel Indiana magazine features our four-page Event & Festival Guide. This link takes you to the summer issue.
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On the big screen in Midtown Plaza
Enjoy a movie on the big screen each week in Midtown Plaza. Thank you to our sponsor, Allied Solutions, for making this fan-favorite series possible!
"Frozen"
Tuesday, Aug. 5, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 7, noon and 6 p.m.
This link takes you to the full movie schedule.
Bring your chairs, blankets and family and enjoy Movies at Midtown!
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Bike Carmel presented by IU Health, encourages everyone to participate in events for all ages and all levels of comfort on two wheels.
Saturday, Aug. 9: Family Fun Ride at Carmel Elementary School
Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. with a relaxed, two-mile ride beginning at 9:30 a.m. There will also be games and activities for the family.
Tuesday, Aug. 12: Slow Roll Dinner Cruise
Adults! Join Bike Carmel for a relaxing, one-hour bike ride around town. Meet at Midtown Plaza at 5:30 p.m. to check in, depart at 6 p.m. for a casually-paced ride then grab dinner and a drink at one of Midtown's restaurants after the ride. Cruisers, e-bikes or whatever two-wheeled bike you have are welcome!
The event is free but registration is required. Register here.
Enjoy a Slow Roll Dinner Cruise through the city.
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Mark your calendars!
Brews on the Boulevard
Saturday, Aug. 23
5 - 9 p.m.
Learn more about Brews on the Boulevard at this link.
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We love our volunteers!
Whether you're looking to make a difference on your own, with a friend, or as part of a larger group, there are an array of events that cater to different interests and schedules. Volunteers are crucial in making our community events successful and we appreciate your commitment to supporting Carmel.
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Founders Park will close on or after Aug. 6, and is expected to reopen by Oct. 31, 2025 as Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation begins some exciting improvements!
Learn more at this link.
Beginning Aug. 1, Carmel Clay Public Library's Joyce Winner West Branch in the Village of WestClay will close temporarily for a few months for improvements. Learn more at this link.
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GM Horns Big Band
Wednesday, Aug. 6
7 - 9 p.m.
Carmel International Arts Festival
Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27 -28
Impact your community and volunteer at this year's Carmel International Arts Festival. For more information, this link takes you to CIAF's news release.
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Featuring Michael Feinstein
The City of Carmel, the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts and the Great American Songbook Foundation were featured in a July 27 CBS Sunday Morning interview with Grammy-nominated, Great American Songbook Foundation founder Michael Feinstein.
Watch the interview with Michael Feinstein at this link.
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Calling all creatives!
Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts invites Indiana-based artists, organizations to submit proposals for New Works
New Works is an initiative to promote and sustain local artists and arts communities by supporting the creation of new works in various disciplines.
A panel of judges will select one winner in the visual arts and three winners in the performing arts, which can include music, dance, theater and other fields. The four winning proposals will receive $2,500 each to create and premiere the works during a livestreamed public event May 30 in Allied Solutions Center’s Tarkington theater. The winning visual arts piece, which can be two- or three-dimensional, will be displayed for one year in the main lobby of the Payne & Mencias Palladium concert hall.
The submission deadline is Friday, Sept. 12 at 11:59 p.m. Further details and application instructions are available at this link.
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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, Aug. 4, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Commercial Committee - Tuesday, Aug. 5, 6 p.m.
Plan Commission Residential Committee - Tuesday, Aug. 5, 6 p.m.
Board of Public Works - Wednesday, Aug. 6, 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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Save the Date
Carmel Small Business Network (CSBN) August Meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 11:30 a.m.
Carmel Fire Department Headquarters, 210 Veterans Way,
This event is free but registration is required at this link.
Carmel Neighborhood Association Network Meeting (CNAN) August Meeting
Tuesday, Aug. 12, 6-7 p.m.
Carmel Fire Department Headquarters, 210 Veterans Way, Third Floor
Light refreshments will be served.
CNAN continues to be one of the best ways for the city team to share information about departments and services while addressing the concerns of neighborhood association presidents' networks.
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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 #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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