The City of Hammond Common Council has approved a resolution formally opposing the selection of a location for a proposed Lake County Convention Center at this time. The resolution, sponsored by Councilman Scott Rakos of the 6th District and backed by Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott, Jr., outlines the City’s concerns regarding the financial, economic, and competitive impacts a new convention …
Department:Public WorksJob Title:LaborerDate Requested:April 7, 2025Date Needed:ASAPSalary:$15.00 per hour (starting pay)$21.50 per hour (after probationary period)Job Requirements: Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds Must have valid Indiana driver’s license and be insurable Able to follow written and verbal instructions Able to perform basic maintenance of large trucks Knowledge of city streets and parks Knowledge of departmental operations and safety rules …
Department:Public WorksJob Title:LaborerDate Requested:April 7, 2025Date Needed:ASAPSalary:$15.00 per hour (starting pay)$21.50 per hour (after probationary period)Job Requirements: Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds Must have valid Indiana driver’s license and be insurable Able to follow written and verbal instructions Able to perform basic maintenance of large trucks Knowledge of city streets and parks Knowledge of departmental operations and safety rules …
The City of Hammond dog parks will be closed for reseeding beginning Friday, April 11th until May 12th. The following is a list of dog parks in the city that are being reseeded: We appreciate your understanding as we work to keep our parks in great shape for your furry friends! Should you have any questions please reach out to …
Department:Public WorksJob Title:LaborerDate Requested:April 7, 2025Date Needed:ASAPSalary:$15.00 per hour (starting pay)$21.50 per hour (after probationary period)Job Requirements: Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds Must have valid Indiana driver’s license and be insurable Able to follow written and verbal instructions Able to perform basic maintenance of large trucks Knowledge of city streets and parks Knowledge of departmental operations and safety rules …
Transforming Vacant Land into Vibrant Homes The City of Hammond, in partnership with the Hammond Redevelopment Commission, is launching a new online portal designed to streamline the process of purchasing and redeveloping City-owned residential lots. This initiative marks a significant step in the city’s ongoing commitment to fostering community growth and transforming vacant land into thriving homes. The newly launched …
The Sanitation Department will not be working Friday, April 18, 2025, in observance of Good Friday. Sanitation will be working on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. and The City of Hammond is happy to announce that Lost Marsh Golf Course is officially open for the 2025 season as of April 1st! Lost Marsh will have set hours until the weather gets better and will be open from 7am to 4pm during the week with regular hours on the weekends. For a limited …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott is once again using his mayoral platform to focus attention on childhood cancer. For many years, the mayor has asked the public to help him raise funds for a Hammond family dealing with a cancer diagnosis. After the fundraising goal has been met, he has his head shaved publicly with city officials and the family in …
The City of Hammond, in partnership with the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), is moving forward with the long-awaited Governor’s Parkway Overpass Project—a critical infrastructure improvement designed to address longstanding safety concerns, traffic congestion, and emergency response delays caused by stalled trains in Hessville. This project, eight years in the making, marks a significant step toward improving mobility, protecting pedestrian …
