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 …
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, …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. and the City of Hammond are pleased to announce that the Governor’s Parkway Railroad Overpass Project has received approval under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), marking a significant milestone in the effort to alleviate long-standing traffic disruptions caused by blocked railroad crossings in the Hessville neighborhood. Two years following the public hearing, the much-anticipated …
Department: Park Department Job Title: Civic Center Building Engineer Date Requested: May 2, 2025 Date Needed: ASAP Salary: $22.80/hour days$23.18/hour afternoonsfull-time(Certification pay is in addition to base pay, once certification is obtained.) Job Requirements: Ability to work mainly at Civic Center, but also at other parks and recreation facilities as needed Familiarity working with a boiler heating system Past pool …
