PUBLIC NOTICE: CDBG, ESG, and CHDO Grant Applications Now Available


CATEGORY: Community Development, News, Public Notices

The City of Hammond, Department of Community Development is in the process of preparing its 2023-2024 budget for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) and Community Housing and Development Organization (CHDO). Applications will be available beginning October 3, 2022. Application must be completed and return to the Department of Community Development, 5925 Calumet Ave, Suite #314, Hammond, …

Hammond Community Corporation 2023 Grant Application Now Available


CATEGORY: Community Development, News

The City of Hammond for the social betterment of the community formed the Hammond Community Corporation in 1997. The organization is designed to grant financial assistance to Hammond not-for-profit organizations to enrich the quality of life in our community. The Hammond Community Corporation was originally funded by money donated from the Empress Casino-Hammond (now known as Horseshoe Casino–Hammond). These funds …

Hammond Community Corporation 2019 Grant Application Now Available


CATEGORY: Community Development, News

The City of Hammond for the social betterment of the community formed the Hammond Community Corporation in 1997. The organization is designed to grant financial assistance to Hammond not-for-profit organizations to enrich the quality of life in our community. The Hammond Community Corporation was originally funded by money donated from the Empress Casino-Hammond (now known as Horseshoe Casino–Hammond). These funds …

Hammond Sanitation Department

Yard Waste Pickup Begins April 4th


CATEGORY: News, Sanitation Department

On April 4, 2022 (weather permitting), Hammond Public Works will begin curbside pickup of 30-gallon paper, biodegradable yard waste bags on a regular weekly basis. Residents can expect their yard waste pickup on the same day as their scheduled garbage pickup days. The bags must not weigh more than 50 lbs. and only grass and leaves can be placed in …

Capital Improvement Board Meeting Has Been Rescheduled


CATEGORY: Capital Improvement Board, News, Public Notices

Please take notice that the Capital Improvement Board, City of Hammond, Indiana, has rescheduled their meeting from Monday, June 20, 2022 to Tuesday, June 21, 2022, due to the holiday. The Work Study Caucus will be held at 5:15 p.m., followed by the meeting at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Hammond Common Council Chambers, Room 209, …

Economic Development Commission Meeting Has Been Canceled


CATEGORY: Economic Development, News, Public Notices

Please be advised that the Monday, January 10, 2022 Hammond Economic Development Commission meeting has been cancelled. There is no pending business to come before the said Commission. The next Economic Development Commission meeting will be held on Monday, February 7, 2022 at 9:00 am in the Planning& Development offices at City Hall 5925 Calumet Avenue, Room 315, 3rd floor, …

Economic Development Commission Meeting Has Been Canceled


CATEGORY: Economic Development, News, Public Notices

Please be advised that the Monday, March 7, 2022 Hammond Economic Development Commission meeting has been cancelled. There is no pending business to come before the said Commission. The next Economic Development Commission meeting will be held on Monday, April 4, 2022 at 9:00 am in the Planning & Development offices at City Hall, 5925 Calumet Avenue, Room 315, 3rd …

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr.

Coach’s Corner Denied Request to Permit New Owner at Their Location


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News

On December 7th , the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission denied the troubled Hessville bar, Coach’s Corner, their request to permit a new owner to operate at their location on Kennedy Avenue. “This decision by the Commission is welcomed by my administration, the police department and the residents of the Hessville part of our city,” said Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, …

For Industry

FormsMALFUNCTION REPORT FORMMalfunction_Report_Form.pdfMalfunction_Report_Form.docPERMIT APPLICATION FORMUse this form to apply for local construction/operation permits relating to new air pollution sources or modifications to existing sources. Use this form for small, local sources only. If unsure as to the required permitting level of the air pollution source, use the State Application Form below or contact HDEM for guidance.Local_Permit_Application.pdfLocal_Permit_Application.docSTATE PERMIT APPLICATION FORMFor construction …

Hammond Announces NFL 100 Original Towns Combine Partner


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News

Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. is pleased to announce that the Hammond Sportsplex is teaming up with Empowering Athletes For Life to host a combine during the NFL100 Centennial Celebration at the Hammond Sportsplex on April 27th. The combine will be open to kids from 6th grade through 12th and take place from 2pm – 5pm. Shane Lawson, Certified …