Annual MLK Candlelight March & Celebration


CATEGORY: Community Development, Events

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr., the City of Hammond, and the Ministerial Alliance of Hammond and Vicinity present the Annual MLK Candlelight March & Celebration: “Dream With A Purpose” Monday, January 16, 2017 @ 6:45am This year’s Candlelight March starts at Hammond City Hall, with lineup beginning at 6:30am, and concludes at the Hammond Civic Center where the festivities continue ...
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Mayor McDermott Responds to Governor Pence’s Appointment of Hammond City Court Judge


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News

Hammond resident and acting Hammond City Court Judge Gerald Kray has been doing a professional and competent job acting as Hammond City Court Judge since the sudden passing of Hammond’s elected Judge Jeffery Harkin. Nonetheless, Hammond City Officials learned from the media today that the Chairwoman of the St. John Republican Party, Amy Jorgensen, has been selected by Indiana’s outgoing …

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Historic Hammond Locomotive Finds a New Home


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News, Parks Department

On behalf of the City of Hammond, Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. has donated Engine #624 as surplus historical property to the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, Inc. The Society is a non-profit organization specializing in preserving and restoring railroad equipment. In March of 1955, the Nickel Plate Railroad donated the 1922 locomotive engine to the City of Hammond with ...
Mayor Thomas M. McDermott Jr.

Sanitary District, Griffith Reach Agreement on Sewer Contract


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News, Sanitary District

The Hammond Sanitary District (HSD) and the Town of Griffith (Griffith) today reached a binding agreement for sanitary sewer services and fees following protracted litigation and negotiations. “I’m pleased that the Sanitary District and the Town have finally come to mutual agreement over past and current sewer fees and a way forward in achieving clean water for our communities,” said …

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Mayor McDermott Announces 2017 “Mayor’s Night Out” Schedule


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News

Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. is pleased to announce the Mayor’s Night Out schedule for 2017. The Mayor’s Night Out program is an open public forum that allows the residents of Hammond access to the Mayor and a representative from each city department to discuss Hammond’s current events. Be sure and mark your calendars to join us for this very ...

Civic Center Renovations Begin


CATEGORY: Mayor's Office, News, Parks Department

In celebration of the 80th year anniversary of the Hammond Civic Center in 2017, Mayor Thomas M. McDermott, Jr. has authorized renovations to the iconic building. Remodel work has already begun on the two concession stands inside the arena. Other improvements coming soon to the building at 5825 Sohl Ave. include new gymnasium bleachers, new scoreboards, gym floor refinishing, new …

Veteran’s Ballroom Dancing


CATEGORY: Events, Parks Department

Join us at the Jean Shepherd Community Center for Veteran's Ballroom Dancing! Wednesday, November 9, 2016. 1:00pm - 3:00pm. Admission is free to Veterans and Active Military. $5 admission for all other attendees. Coffee and pastries will be provided. Please call 219-554-0155 for more information. The Jean Shepherd Community Center is located at 3031 J.F. Mahoney Drive, Hammond, IN 46323.