Please take notice that the Thursday, June 27, 2024 meeting of the Board of Public Works & Safety has been rescheduled to Friday, June 28. 2024 at 11:30 a.m.
CANCELATION OF BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY MEETING
Please take notice that the Board of Public Works & Safety of the City of Hammond, Indiana, has canceled its regularly scheduled meeting set for Thursday, July 4, 2024 due to Independence Day.
Meats by Linz Celebrates Ribbon Cutting
Meats by Linz Celebrates Ribbon Cutting of New Headquarters and Production Facility in Hammond Meats by Linz, one of the most renowned meat purveyors in the country, celebrated the grand opening of its state-of-the-art headquarters and production facility today with a ribbon cutting followed by a tour of the $52 million, 120,000-square-foot building. Distinguished guests and speakers included Mayor Thomas …
Due to Extreme Heat: Cooling Shelters Open in Hammond
Hammond Mayor Thomas McDermott Jr. has announced that due to the extreme heat expected this week the City of Hammond will utilize all park department buildings as cooling centers. Individuals may use these facilities during regular operating hours if necessary to cool down from temperatures that are predicted to remain high through Thursday. “I call on residents to check in …
Capital Improvement Board Meeting Has Been Cancelled
Please take notice that the regular scheduled meeting and work study session of the Capital Improvement Board Meeting for Monday, June 17, 2024 will be cancelled.
City Seeks Proposals for “Station Square” Project
The City of Hammond is seeking public proposals for design services pertaining to Station Square – Part A in Hammond, Indiana. The Request for Proposals describes the project that includes the preparation of construction documents, drainage analysis, and permitting for the construction of Station Square – Part A on approximately 1.5 acres and connection to existing infrastructure. The project is …
Hammond City Council to Consider Food & Beverage Tax
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. announced a new funding source for the planned expansion of the Hammond Sportsplex and the construction of a Downtown South Shore Train Station on the West Lake Corridor commuter line, two pivotal developments in the City of Hammond. “I want to thank the Indiana legislature for giving the City of Hammond the ability to pass …
Garbage pickup will be one day late in observance of Juneteenth
The Sanitation department will not be working Wednesday, June 19, 2024 in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. Monday through Friday’s garbage will be one day late. We will be working on Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Mayor’s Gold Cup Roadie Run 5K along Wolf Lake
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and The City of Hammond Department of Parks & Recreation invite runners and walkers of all ages to compete in the Kathleen Pucalik Memorial 5K Roadie Run leading up to the 20th Annual Festival of the Lakes. The run / walk starts and ends at The Wolf Lake Pavilion on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Registration …
Fire Department Announces Promotions
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Fire Department announced the retirement of its long-time chief as well as the promotions of two firefighters to Chief and Deputy Chief, the two top positions in the Department. Fire Chief Jeff Smith announced his retirement earlier this year after 32 years of service, with 12 ½ of those as Fire Chief. …