Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. today announced the promotion of Captain Christopher Gootee to the rank of Assistant Chief of Police for the Hammond Police Department. Assistant Chief Gootee has served the Hammond Police Department with distinction since July 21, 2005. Over the course of his career, he has steadily risen through the ranks—earning promotions to Corporal in 2013, Sergeant …
Department: Sanitary District – Sewer Maintenance Job Title: Laborer Date Requested: April 9, 2026 Date Needed: ASAP Salary: $23.69 per hourfull time with full benefits Job Requirements: Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 90 pounds and strenuous work Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions by senior person on site Ability to use a variety hand and …
In accordance with regulations set by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City of Hammond has developed its Annual Action Plan for the years 2026-2027. This plan outlines the available resources and their proposed uses to address the community’s development needs, affordable housing requirements, and priorities for homelessness within the city. Notice is hereby given that …
The long-vacant, century-old Hotel LaSalle is set to begin a new chapter with a transformative redevelopment project aimed at bringing attainable, high-quality housing and amenity-driven retail to Hammond’s downtown. Region-based Moynihan Capital will convert the historic structure into 28 residential units, offering a mix of one- and two-bedroom apartments and at least 2 commercial tenants on the ground floor, one …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and The Hammond Port Authority are excited to announce that the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) has recognized Hammond, Indiana as an award-winning participant of National Night Out, a nationwide event that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. National Night Out, held annually on the first Tuesday in August, brings together residents, law enforcement, …
The Hammond Public Works Sanitation division will be working on Good Friday, Friday, April 3, 2026. Monday through Friday’s schedule garbage pick-ups will be picked up as normal. It will not be one day late.
“I want to congratulate Governor Braun for signing into law Senate Bill 27 that sets up the framework to bring the Chicago Bears to Hammond and Northwest Indiana. This is a historic day for our state. The Bears have witnessed over the past several months how efficient government works. From the statehouse to city hall, Indiana continues to be ready …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the City of Hammond have decided to suspend further work on the design of the proposed Grand Avenue Pedestrian Bridge project. “Not using city dollars for the pedestrian bridge was the only way to get this built. Without 100% funding we cannot continue with this project,” stated Mayor McDermott. Originally, the City of Hammond …
