Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Redevelopment Commission are advancing the redevelopment of the underutilized Memorial Park area through a public auction of residential Lots 10 through 37. “Having new housing options available for our residents has been a welcome initiative for the City of Hammond. It is a sign of a healthy community when you see growth, …
Statement from Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr. Regarding the Chicago Bears Announcement
“The Chicago Bears chose Hammond, Indiana because they see what I have said for years: Hammond is a successful city of opportunity and possibility, an excellent choice for such a significant investment. The city of Hammond and the entirety of Northwest Indiana will benefit from this transformative investment. I am proud to have partnered with our state leaders to secure …
JOB POSTING: Laborer
Department: Public Works Department Job Title: Laborer Date Requested: May 29, 2026 Date Needed: ASAP Salary: $15.00 per hour (starting pay) $22.15 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 …
JOB POSTING: Social Media Coordinator
Department: Public Works Department Job Title: Laborer Date Requested: May 29, 2026 Date Needed: ASAP Salary: $15.00 per hour (starting pay) $22.15 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 …
NOTICE OF MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 05/26/26
Please take notice that the Hammond Common Council, City of Hammond, Indiana, will hold an Economic Development Committee meeting on Monday, May 26, 2026 at 5:15 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Council Caucus Room, Room 205, Second Floor, Hammond City Hall, 5925 Calumet Avenue, Hammond. Indiana, as motioned at the Hammond Common Council meeting on May 11, …
NOTICE OF MEETING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 06/08/26
Please take notice that the Hammond Common Council, City of Hammond, Indiana, will hold an Economic Development Committee meeting on Monday, June 8, 2026 at 5:15 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Council’s Caucus Room, Room 205, Second Floor, Hammond City Hall, 5925 Calumet Avenue, Hammond Indiana, as motioned at the Hammond Common Council meeting on May 11, …
NOTICE OF COMMON COUNCIL MEETING DATE CHANGES
Please take notice that Councilman Woerpel, supported by Councilwoman Alexander, moved that the Council Meeting scheduled for May 25, 2026 will be rescheduled for May 26, 2026. The meeting will be be at 6:00 p.m. in the Hammond City Council Chambers, 5925 Calumet Avenue, Hammond, Indiana, 46320.
Garbage pickup will be one day late in observance of Memorial Day
The Sanitation department will not be working Monday, May 25, 2026, in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. Monday through Friday’s garbage pickup will be one day late. We will be working on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Hammond Joins AARP’s Network of Age Friendly Communities
UPDATE: Are you 45 years of age or older?We would like to find out about our community and what we’ll need as we get older to make our community a great place to live. Your views are important and we would appreciate your participation in a survey. This survey is being conducted for research purposes only. Your name and individual …
College Bound Application Deadline Approaching
With the end of the school year approaching, Hammond Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. would like to remind all returning college students and high school seniors to apply for the College Bound Scholarship Program. This Program provides eligible students with up to $10,500 per year toward tuition at the accredited college or university of their choice located in Indiana. The …





