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 …
Street Closures this Sunday for Leon’s Triathlon
On Sunday, June 3, 2018, Hammond will again be hosting Leon’s “World’s Fastest” Triathlon. The City of Hammond and the Indiana Department of Transportation have authorized the closures of Calumet Ave, Sheffield Ave, and 129th Street for this event. DETAILS: Calumet Ave. will be closed from 115th Street to 138th Street. 129th Street will be closed from Calumet Avenue west toward …
Garbage pickup will be one day late in observance of Memorial Day
The Sanitation department will not be working Monday, May 28th, 2017, in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday. Monday through Friday’s garbage and scheduled recycling pick-ups will be one day late. We will be working on Saturday, June 2nd 2017.
Calumet Avenue Closed Until Further Notice
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) has closed Calumet Avenue between Michigan Street and Sibley Street in Hammond today for an extended period. During the course of INDOT’s reconstruction of the Calumet Avenue Bridge over the Indiana Harbor Belt Railroad, INDOT’s contractor pierced the top of an 84” brick sewer on Friday, May 4, 2018. Attempts by the contractor to …
Hammond Parks Department Announces Summer Recreation 2018
Mayor McDermott Announces Management Team for Sportsplex
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. announces that James Taillon, II has been named General Manager for the Hammond Sportsplex and Kymberli Roberts, Assistant General Manager Basketball/Volleyball. “We are very fortunate to have these two talented and experienced individuals to lead the Sportsplex into becoming the premiere athletic facility in Northwest Indiana.” Mr. Taillon is a Hammond native and graduate of …
Festival of the Lakes Carnival Mega Pass Now On Sale!
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr., Hammond Parks & Recreation and Modern Midways are pleased to announce the return of the carnival Mega Pass for use at the 15th Annual Festival of the Lakes. The Mega Pass is on sale now for $50 each, in person at the Hammond Civic Center Business Office, 5825 S. Sohl Ave., Monday – Friday from …
Open Tennis at Dowling Park
InfoThe Dowling Park Tennis Courts are open to the public from May 16, 2018 through July 30, 2018.Hours:Monday, Wednesday, & Friday8:00am – 6:00pmSaturday & Sunday9:00am – 4:00pmLocation:3031 J.F. Mahoney DriveHammond, IN 46323Please note that the park will be closed June 22nd-24th, July 4th-8th, & July 27th-29th.
Mayor McDermott Announces New Building Commissioner
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. announces Robert Vale has been named Building Commissioner for the City of Hammond. As Building Commissioner, Mr. Vale will be responsible for the enforcement of the building codes on all residential and commercial properties, licensing contractors and inspection of new construction to ensure they are being built to current code. Bob is a long time …
Hammond Parks has Six Flags Great America Tickets!
InfoMayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. invites all area residents to purchase your tickets for Six Flags Great America from Hammond Parks & Recreation at a steep discount!The Six Flags Great America tickets are typically priced at over $79 each if purchased at their main gate. Hammond Parks & Recreation is offering them for only $54 each. That is a savings …