The Hammond Parks Foundation, in conjunction with the American Legion and Hammond Fire Department, are collecting US Flags in need of disposal through Friday, June 13th. Flags will be retired at a ceremony on June 14th. Please drop off any US Flags in need of disposal to the Hammond Sportsplex by end of day, Friday, June 13th.
Hammond Approves Development Agreement for New Data Center
At its Monday, June 9, 2025 City Council meeting, the City of Hammond approved with an 8-0 vote a Development Agreement for a multibillion-dollar Data Center investment, the largest economic development project in Hammond’s history. CoreWeave, Inc., an AI cloud computing company that specializes in providing graphics processing units (GPU) for AI developers and companies will expand their current presence …
Garbage pickup will be one day late in observance of Juneteenth
The Sanitation department will not be working Thursday, June 19, 2025 in observance of the Juneteenth Holiday. Monday through Friday’s garbage will be one day late. We will be working on Saturday, June 21, 2025.
Hammond Fire Chief Reminds Residents of State Fireworks Laws
The Hammond Fire Department would like to remind Hammond residents of Indiana fireworks laws during the July 4th holiday season. Fireworks can be purchased only by persons 18 years of age or older. Locations where fireworks may be discharged: The use of fireworks is prohibited within the Hammond city limits except as follows: Violators of this ordinance can be cited …
Sportsplex to Host Sports Gear Swap
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the Hammond Parks and Recreation Department are excited to announce the newest event at the Hammond Sportsplex, Replay Day. Are you storing gently-loved sports gear your child doesn’t use? Have they outgrown those shoes, shin guards, or mitts? Donate them to Replay Day and give them new life! Donate your items now through Sunday, …
JOB POSTING: Code Enforcement Commissioner
Department: Inspections (Code Enforcement) Job Title: Code Enforcement Commissioner Date Requested: May 22, 2025 Date Needed: ASAP Salary: $81,399.00 – $91,399.00 full-time DOQ Principal Function The Code Enforcement Commissioner is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Code Enforcement Department, and for inspecting and enforcing codes in the areas of housing and property maintenance of structures, yards, and alleys, …
Garbage pickup will be one day late in observance of Memorial Day
The Sanitation department will not be working Monday, May 26, 2025, 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 31, 2025.
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 12, 2025. Registration …
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 …
Temporary Road Closure: Boyscout Road
Please be advised that Boyscout Road will be closed to all traffic on the following dates and times, weather permitting. Hammond Public Works will be working diligently to clean, cut and patch this area during these times. Please plan accordingly and use alternate routes during this period. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to maintain and improve …