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Abandoned Vehicles
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department strictly enforces the Abandoned Vehicle Ordinance. For more information contact the Carmel Police Department.


Accident Reports
Carmel Police Department
Emergency Phone: 911
Non-emergency 317-571-2500
Web Address:http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

To report an accident involving injury call 911. For all other accidents, call the Carmel Police Department.


Alarm Permits
Carmel Police and Fire Communications Department
Phone: 317-571-2586
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communications.html
(includes Alarm Permits)

Alarm Permits Required

City of Carmel Code requires any audible, mechanical or electrical signal from a home or business detection system to be registered with the Carmel police Department's Communication Center 31 1st Avenue NW. The cost of a lifetime permit is $10. for more information, Call the Communications Center at 317-571-2586 or e-mail Marvin Stewart mstewart@carmel.in.gov


Animal Bites
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Emergency Medical Services 911 
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

Contact the Carmel Clay Fire Department Emergency Medical Services and the Carmel Police Department for assistance.


Animal License
Carmel Clay Township Assessor's Office
Phone: 317-848-7116
Web Address: http://www.claytwp.org/

To obtain an animal license contact the Carmel Clay Township Assessor's Office.


Arts Council
Phone: 317-582-1455
Web Address:
http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/things/arts.html

The Carmel Arts Council was formed in 1993. In addition to providing a gallery for local artists to display their artwork, it supports the fine arts in the City of Carmel and Clay Township by increasing awareness, encouraging interest, developing, accessing, and achieving excellence in the performing and visual arts.


Absentee Ballots
Hamilton County Clerk's Office
Phone: 317-776-9629
Web Address: http://www.state.in.us/hcc/

Residents of Hamilton County who wish to vote by absentee ballot should contact the Hamilton County Clerk's Office.


Athletic Programs
Carmel Clay Schools
Phone: 317-844-9961
Web Address:
http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/athome/publicschools.html

Dad's Club 317-846-1663
Web Address: http://www.carmeldadsclub.org/

Carmel Swim Club 317-575-8244
Web Address: http://www.carmelswimclub.org/

Carmel Clay Schools offer outstanding athletic programs for their enrolled students. Various private youth athletic organizations in Carmel also offer opportunities for participants of all ages.


Ball Diamonds
Carmel Dad's Club
Phone: 317-846-1663
Web Address: http://www.carmeldadsclub.org/

The following ball diamonds are managed by the Carmel Dad's Club: Rodock Field, Gray Road Park (behind Carmel Elementary School, adjacent to Carmelot Park)
1014th Avenue SE
10909 Gray Rd.
Badger Field
5459 E. 131st Street


Barking Dogs
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

Local ordinance requires that no person shall allow a dog to disturb neighbors with frequent or habitual barking. For more information, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Basketball Courts
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/things/parks.html

Unlighted basketball courts are located at Meadowlark and Carey Grove Parks. 


Bike/Walking Paths
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/things/parks.html

Carey Grove and Meadowlark have paved bike/walking trails. In addition, Monon Trail (96th Street to 146th Street), a paved 5.2-mile trail, and River Trail (126th Street and River Road to just north of 131st Street), a paved two-mile trail is open to pedestrian and bicycle traffic.


Block Parties
Clerk/Treasurer
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-571-2414
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/clerktreasurer.html

A written request for street closure must be submitted to the Board of Public Works at least one month prior to the scheduled event. Contact the Clerk-Treasurer's Office for more information.


Board of Elections
Hamilton County Clerk's Office
Phone: 317-776-9632
Web Address:
http://www.co.hamilton.in.us

Residents of Hamilton County who wish to apply for a Voter's Registration, should contact the Hamilton County Clerk's Office.


Board of Zoning Appeals
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/boards/zoning.html

The Carmel Clay Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) ensures that community development and growth complies with the rules set forth in the Carmel Clay Zoning Ordinance. The five-member board meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in City Hall. For more information or to receive a copy of the BZA agenda or minutes, contact the Department of Community Services.


Boards and Commissions
City Hall
Phone: 317-571-2400
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/boards_commissions.html

The City of Carmel's Boards and Commissions provide citizens the opportunity to have a voice in local government. A citizen may express an interest in volunteering for a Carmel Board or Commission by sending a letter or resume to the Mayor, or a City or Township Council member. For more information or to volunteer, contact Carmel City Hall.


Brownie and Girl Scout Troops
Hoosier Capital Girl Scout Council
Phone: 317-924-3450
Web Address: http://www.girlscouts.org

Carmel youth, who wish to join a Brownie or Girl Scout Troop, should contact the Hoosier Capital Girl Scout Council to find a troop in their area.



Brush and Limbs
Carmel Street Department
Phone: 317-733-2001
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/street.html

Contact the Carmel Street Department to remove fallen limbs from city streets or trim trees and shrubbery obstructing the view at intersections.


Building Division
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2444
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

The Department of Community Services issues building permits for all residential and commercial construction, inspects all building construction and enforces zoning requirements. Contact the Department of Community Services for more information.


Building Permits
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2444
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

Permits are required for new structures, room additions, renovations, swimming pools, commercial tents, sheds, signs and demolitions. Contact the Department of Community Services for additional information.


Building Standards
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

All building and zoning regulations are administered by the Department of Community Services. For additional information, contact the Department of Community Services.


Bureau of Motor Vehicles
1009 W. Main Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-846-5533
http://www.state.in.us/bmv/

The Carmel branch of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles has a 24-hour Indiana vehicle license renewal machine and if you click on the web address link you can get your vehicle license on-line..


Cable Television Services
Bright House Networks
Phone: 317-972-9700

Carmel and Clay Township residents who wish to request cable television service may contact Bright House Networks.


Carmel CAN!
Contact: Jeff Worrell
E-mail: Jeff@carmelcan.com
Carmel CAN! Hotline at 317-814-1111

Carmel City web page where one can recognize and coordinate community volunteers. Through this initiative, citizens looking for volunteer opportunities will be matched up with those organizations that are in need of volunteers

http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/carmelcan/carmelcan.html


Carmel Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 317-846-1049
Web Address: http://www.carmelchamber.com

The Carmel Chamber is a member-driven organization,
committed to enhancing our members’ success, fostering economic growth
and contributing to our community’s quality of life.  


Carmel Community Players
Phone: 317-815-9387
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/things/arts.html

The widely acclaimed Carmel Community Players present five staged productions throughout the year. Performances are held at the Carmel Performing Arts Center, 575 Carmel Drive, and the City of Carmel Gazebo on Carmel Civic Square. In conjunction with the Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation Department, the Carmel Community Players also provide dance instruction and a summer theater workshop for children in the community. To receive information about dates and times of upcoming performances or to order season or individual tickets, contact the Carmel Community Players.


Carmel Fountain Square Committee
Phone: 317-571-2400
http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/cc%20calendar.html

The Carmel Fountain Square Committee plans and organizes the Gazebo Family Concerts summer series, sponsored solely by corporate, business and personal donations. The free family concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. at the City of Carmel Gazebo on Carmel Civic Square. For more information or a schedule of programs, contact Carmel City Hall.


Churches

Web address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/athome/church.html


The City of Carmel is served by several churchs. Here is just a few. To be placed on this list, please contact Carmel City Hall.


Citizens for Greenspace
Phone: 317-844-0556
(sorry, no web address available)

In 1988, citizens of Carmel and Clay Township founded Citizens for Greenspace to ensure the community preserves and incorporates greenspaces into its development plans. Greenspace accomplishes its mission through education programs for all ages; Arbor Day stree/park plantings and seed distributions; and the maintenance and development of public gardens. In 1995, Greenspace realized one of its original goals-Carmel earned a Tree City USA designation. See Services under "T" to find out more about Tree City USA. For more information or to volunteer, contact Citizens for Greenspace.


City Hall
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Phone: 317-571-2400
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/index.html

City Hall houses the Mayor's office, the City Court and city administrative offices, except the Police, Fire, Communications and Street Department.


City Closings
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/cc calendar.html

All city departments and services, except the Police and Fire Department, are closed to recognize the following holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving and the Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.


City Council
Clerk-Treasurer's Office
Phone: 317-571-2414
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/council/index.html

Carmel's City Council is comprised of seven members elected to four-year terms: two at-large, and five elected from five districts. The City Council constitutes the legislative body of the city. It has power over the city budget and passes city ordinances and resolutions. The Council meets the first and third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. For more information or a copy of the City Council agenda or minutes, contact the Clerk-Treasurer's Office.


Clerk Treasurer's Office
City Hall
Phone: 317-571-2414
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/clerktreasurer.html

The primary function of the Clerk-Treasurer, a four-year elected official, is to serve as the fiscal officer of the city of Carmel.

Clerk-Treasurer: Diana L. Cordray
Location: Carmel City Hall, third floor
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone:
Fax:
317-571-2414
317-571-2410
Email: dcordray@carmel.in.gov
Hours: Monday-Friday
8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Communications Department
Department of Community Relations
Phone: 317-571-2494
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/deptcommunityrelations.html

  • Serving as Carmel’s liaison to the media by responding to inquiries, issuing news releases, and setting up news conferences and media events.

  • Publishing of the City’s bimonthly newsletter and other informational materials.

  • Programming Carmel’s local government access cable television channel.

  • Coordinating promotional and educational video production.

  • Special event planning and execution.

  • Working in cooperation with other city departments and community groups on various special projects and promotional activities.

  • Media - Please use contact information provided here:

Director:

 Nancy Heck

Location:

One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032

Phone:
Fax:
Cell:
Email:

317-571-2494
317-571-2494

nheck@carmel.in.gov

Concerns or questions
City Hall
Phone: 317-571-2400
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/index.html

If you have concerns and questions regarding City Services, contact City Hall.


Crime Prevention
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department offers a variety of programs such as Crime Watch and D.A.R.E. to assist the community in crime prevention. For more information about these programs, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Crime Reports (Non-Emergency)
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address:http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

To contact a police officer to report a crime or accident that is not an emergency situation, call the Carmel Police Department.


Cub and Boy Scout Troops
Boy Scouts of America
Phone: 317-925-1900 
Web Address: http://www.bsa.scouting.org/

Carmel youth, who wish to join a Cub or Boy Scout Troop, should contact Boy Scouts of America to find a troop in their area.


Dangerous or Vicious Dogs
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department strictly enforces the city's vicious dog ordinance. The Police Department has three animal control officers who respond to vicious dog complaints. For more information or to summon an animal control officer, call the Carmel Police Department.


D.A.R.E.
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2555
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) is an educational program presented by D.A.R.E.-trained Carmel Police officers to elementary, junior high and high school students. The program is designed to teach youth to resist drugs and violence. For more information about this program, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Dead Animals
Carmel Street Department
Phone: 317-733-2001
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/street.html

The Carmel Street Department removes dead animals from Carmel streets and right-of-ways. To report a dead animal in the roadway, call the Carmel Street Department.


Digging
Phone: 1-800-382-5544
Do not dig before underground utility lines are located. Call to have utility lines located two days before planning to dig.


Directory of City Services
City Hall
One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-571-2400
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/index.html

The Directory of City Services is available to each household within Carmel's city limits.
Additional copies may be obtained at City Hall.


Easements
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317- 571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

The care of easements is usually the responsibility of the homeowner bordering the property. For information regarding property boundaries and easements, call the Department of Community Services.


Electric Inspections
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317- 571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

The Department of Community Services performs all building inspections for the city. For more information or to schedule an inspection, call the Department of Community Services.


Electric Utilities
Cinergy
Phone: 1-800-521-2232
Web Address: http://www.cinergy.com/

Indianapolis Power and Light
Phone: 317-261-8222
Web Address: http://www.ipalco.com/

Cinergy provides most Carmel residents and businesses with electric service. Indianapolis Power and Light Company (IPALCO) also supplies a small number of Carmel residents and businesses with service.


Emergency Service
Fire, Ambulance and Police Departments
Emergency Phone: 911
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

In the event of an emergency, dial 9-1-1 to summon ambulance, fire or police assistance.


Explorer Program
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2510
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of America offers youth the opportunity to explore a law enforcement career through training and hands-on experience. For more information about the program, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Fences
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

A city ordinance regulates fence construction. For more information, contact the Department of Community Services.


Fingerprint Services
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department provides fingerprint services to residents of Carmel. For more information, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Fire Protection
Carmel Clay Fire Department
Emergency Phone: 911
Phone: 317-571-2600
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/fire.html

The Fire Department provides fire, emergency and ambulance service to the City of Carmel and Clay Township.


Fire Hydrant Flushing
Carmel Utilities Department
Phone: 317-571-2442
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/utilities.html

All city fire hydrants are flushed twice a year to ensure they are operational and to remove stagnant water and rust. As a convenience to the homeowner, most flushing is done during the late night hours. For more information or to report a problem with a city fire hydrant, call Carmel Utilities Department.


Fire Hydrant Painting
Carmel Utilities Department
Phone: 317-571-2442
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/utilities.html

City fire hydrants are painted as needed. To report a city fire hydrant that needs to be painted, contact the Carmel Utilities Department.


Fire Inspections
Carmel Clay Fire Department
Phone:317-571-2600
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/fire.html

Fire inspections are conducted yearly on commercial structures and prior to receiving a certificate of occupancy in the City of Carmel and Clay Township. For more information, call the Carmel Clay Fire Department. Residential structures are inspected upon request.


Flu Vaccine
Hamilton County Health Department
Phone: 317-776-8500
Web Address: http://www.co.hamilton.in.us/

Flu vaccinations are offered at a variety of locations in the community. For a list of locations or more information, call the Hamilton County Health Department.


Garage Sales
Garage Sales held in the City of Carmel do not require a permit.


Gas Utility
Indiana Gas Phone: 800-777-2060
Web Address: http://www.vectren.com/web/holding/frameset.jsp

Indiana Gas provides Carmel residents and businesses with gas service.


Gun Permits
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

Gun Permits for target shooting or personal protection are issued for a small processing fee by the Carmel Police Department. For more information, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Graffiti Vandalism
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

Graffiti vandalism should be reported immediately to the Carmel Police Department.


Hamilton County Health Department
Phone: 317-776-8500
Web Address: http://www.co.hamilton.in.us/

The Hamilton County Health Department provides education and prevention services to ensure the health of the citizens of Hamilton County. For more information about health education programs and other services available, contact the Hamilton County Health Department.


Hazardous Waste Disposal
Carmel Utilities Department
Phone: 317-571-2624
Collection Site Location: 901 N. Rangeline Road, Carmel, IN 46032
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/HHWD.html

The Carmel Utilities Department offers a household hazardous waste disposal program for all its utility customers. Before going to the drop site, Carmel residents should call the Carmel Utilities Department with a list of items to be dropped and to schedule an appointment to go to the drop site. Carmel Utilities has contracted with an environmental services company to pick up the materials and recycle or dispose of them in a way that is friendly to the environment.


High Speed Internet Access/ Broadband
Phone: 1-800-327-8454
Web Address: http://www.earthlink.net/home/broadband/

High Speed Cable Internet - Available in Carmel - EarthLink High Speed Internet gives you all the speed you need, and more. It's amazingly fast--up to 70 times faster than dial-up. And the instant, always-ready connection over your cable TV line never ties up your phone. Using the latest in high-speed cable technology, Web pages snap open, music and photos download in seconds. 


Historical Society
Phone: 317-846-7117
(sorry, no web page available)

The Carmel-Clay Historical Society was founded to preserve the historical and cultural atmosphere of Carmel. For more information about Monon Depot Museum programs or membership, contact the Carmel-Clay Historical Society.


Home Businesses/Offices
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

Certain home businesses and home offices are permitted by the Carmel Clay Zoning Ordinance. However, there are restrictions that apply. For more information, contact the Department of Community Services.


Hospital
St. Vincent Carmel Hospital
Phone: 317-582-7000
Web Address: http://www.stvincentcarmel.org/

St. Vincent Carmel Hospital offers the latest in medical technology for diagnosis and treatment. The hospital also provides professional services such as outpatient procedures and emergency services. For more information about the services available, contact St. Vincent Carmel Hospital.


Immunization
Hamilton County Health Department
Phone: 317-776-8500
Web Address: http://www.co.hamilton.in.us/

Immunizations and vaccinations are provided to eligible children and adults by the Hamilton County Health Department. For more information about this service, contact the Hamilton County Health Department.


Lawn Care
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

A city ordinance regulates residential yard maintenance and grass height. For more information, contact the Department of Community Services.


Leash Law
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The City of Carmel's Leash Law prohibits unleashed animals to roam. For more information or to report a violation, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Library
Carmel Clay Public Library
55 4th Avenue S.E.
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-844-6711
web address: http://www.carmel.lib.in.us

Carmel Clay Public Library loans books, magazines, audio cassettes, compact discs and movies and provides library services and programs to all city and township residents. For more information about services and programs, contact the Carmel Clay Public Library.


Maps of City
City Hall
Carmel Clay Chamber of Commerce
One Civic Square
41 East Main Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/index.html

Maps of Carmel may be purchased for $2.00 from the City Hall Information Desk or the Carmel Clay Chamber of Commerce.


Mayor
Phone: 317-571-2401
City Hall, Mayor's office
Email: jbrainard@carmel.in.gov
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/mayor.html

Mayor James Brainard was elected to a four-year term by the citizens of Carmel in 1995, and took office January 1, 1996. Mayor Brainard was elected to a second term and is currently serving that term. To contact the mayor, call the Mayor's office or send him an Email message.


Media - Communications Department
Department of Community Relations
Phone: 317-571-2494
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/deptcommunityrelations.html

  • Serving as Carmel’s liaison to the media by responding to inquiries, issuing news releases, and setting up news conferences and media events.

  • Publishing of the City’s bimonthly newsletter and other informational materials.

  • Programming Carmel’s local government access cable television channel.

  • Coordinating promotional and educational video production.

  • Special event planning and execution.

  • Working in cooperation with other city departments and community groups on various special projects and promotional activities.

  • Media - Please use contact information provided here:

Director:

 Nancy Heck

Location:

One Civic Square
Carmel, IN 46032

Phone:
Fax:
Cell:
Email:

317-571-2494
317-571-2494

nheck@carmel.in.gov

Neighborhood Associations
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

Carmel has nearly 125+ neighborhoods. Many have organized neighborhood associations. For information about whether a neighborhood has an association, contact the Department of Community Services.


Neighborhood Crime Watch
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department will assist neighborhoods in organizing a Neighborhood Crime Watch to report suspicious activity and to advise neighbors of crimes in the area. For more information, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Noise
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/police.html

The Carmel Police Department enforces the city noise ordinances. For more information or to report a violation, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Open Burning
Carmel Clay Fire Department
Phone: 317-571-2600
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/fire.html

Open burning is not permitted within Carmel city limits. For more information or to report a violation, contact the Carmel Clay Fire Department.


Parks and Recreation
Phone: 317-848-PARK
Web Address: http://www.carmelclayparks.com

Carmel and Clay Township residents enjoy picturesque parks located throughout the community. All parks open an hour before sunrise and close an hour after sunset. For more information about individual park sites or recreation and education programs, contact the Carmel Clay Parks Department.

The Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation department maintains the following parks and one trail:


Permits for Construction
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2444
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

All construction projects (residential, business, room addition, patio, pool, etc.) require a building permit to be visibly posted. To obtain a permit, contact the Department of Community Services.


Plan Commission
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

The Plan Commission manages growth and development in the City of Carmel. The commission has 15 voting members appointed by municipal and township government. Public hearings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers in City Hall. For more information or to receive a copy of the Plan Commission agenda and minutes, contact the Department of Community Services.


Police Protection
Carmel Police Department
Emergency Phone: 911
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department's has sworn to protect the Carmel community through effective and efficient law enforcement.


Pool
Carmel Pool
Phone: 317-571-4015
Web Address: http://www.ccs.k12.in.us

Carmel Clay Schools manages an outdoor community pool during the summer months for Carmel Clay Township residents. For more information about summer passes, day rates, hours and swim programs, contact the Carmel Pool.


Pool Construction
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

Before beginning pool construction, businesses and residents must obtain a permit and comply with city ordinances regulating pools. For more information or to obtain a permit, contact the Department of Community Services.


Post Office
Carmel Branch
275 Medical Drive
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-846-2489
Web Address: http://www.usps.com

A full service Post Office is available for the convenience of Carmel residents and businesses.


Potholes
Carmel Street Department
Phone: 317-733-2001
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/street.html

The Carmel Street Department repairs all potholes on city streets. To report a pothole, contact the Carmel Street Department.


Recycling
1078 Third Avenue SW,  Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-815-7000   Fax: 317-815-7007
Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
formerly Hamilton County Senior Services, Inc.

http://www.primelifeenrichment.org/

See details on their web site.


Resurfacing Program
Carmel Street Department
Phone: 317-733-2001
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/street.html

The Carmel Street Department resurfaces all city streets and parking lots. For more information about streets scheduled for resurfacing, contact the Carmel Street Department.


Sanitary Sewers
Carmel Utilities Department
Phone: 317-571-2442
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/utilities.html

Carmel Utilities are responsible for maintenance and repair of the city's sanitary sewers. For service or to report sewer stoppages, contact Carmel Utilities Department.


Schools
Carmel Schools
Carmel, Indiana
Web address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/athome/schools.html

The City of Carmel is served by Carmel Clay Public School system. There are several parochial and private schools that also serve the Carmel community.


Senior Program
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

Volunteers, phone disabled or ill Carmel senior citizens at specified times during the week to ensure their well-being. This is a free service enabling seniors living alone in Carmel security and contact with a person in the community. Police officers, relatives or neighbors are called to check on participants who cannot be reached by phone. Volunteers are screened and attend an orientation prior to working in the program. To receive an application for this service or to volunteer for this program, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Sign Permits
Department of Community Services
Phone:317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

Carmel City Code regulates the use of signs within the city limits. For more information or to obtain a permit, contact the Department of Community Services.


Carmel Sister Cities Corporation
Phone: 317-846-4747
Web Address:
http://www.kifa.org/index_e.html

http://www.kifa.org/2004carmel/menu/index.htm

http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/Kawachinagano.html

The City of Carmel's sister city is Kawachinagano, Japan. For more information, contact the Carmel Sister Cities Corporation.


Solicitation
Police Department
Phone:317-571-2520
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/Permits_Fees.html

Any non-exempt person, partnership, corporation, company, organization or entity soliciting residents in the City of Carmel must obtain a door-to-door vendor's license from the Police Department. For more information, contact the Police Department Records Section. 


Special Events
Carmel Clay Chamber of Commerce
Phone: 317-846-1049
City Hall: 317-571-2400
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/business/chamber.html

The City of Carmel hosts several community events throughout the year: Carmelfest and the International Arts Festival. For more information about upcoming events in the City of Carmel, contact the Carmel Clay Chamber of Commerce or City Hall.


Storm Drains
City Engineer's Office
Phone: 317-571-2441
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/engineering.html

For problems or questions concerning city storm drains, contact the City Engineer's Office.


Street Improvements
Carmel Street Department
Phone: 317-733-2001
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/street.html

For information on upcoming street projects and repairs or to report a problem, contact the Carmel Street Department.


Street Lights
Carmel Street Department
Phone: 317-733-2001
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/street.html

Carmel Street Department maintains all city street lights. To report a problem, contact the Carmel Street Department.


Street Tree Committee
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

The Street Tree Committee assists the City of Carmel in the development and administration of a community tree management program. The mayor appoints seven members to this committee. For more information or to volunteer, contact the Department of Community Services.


Symphony
Carmel Symphony Orchestra
Phone: 317-844-9717
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/community/things/arts.html

Since 1976, the Carmel Symphony Orchestra has entertained Carmel and Hamilton County audiences of all of ages. The subscription concert season includes ten concerts: four classical masterworks, a family pops concert, two chamber music concerts, two Kinderkonzerts and an outdoor concert. To receive information about dates and times of upcoming concerts or to order season or individual concert tickets call the Carmel Symphony Orchestra office.


Taxes
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/mayor.html

Carmel's city tax rates have decreased each year under Mayor Jim Brainard's administration. The 1997 rate payable in 1998 is 1.6711, a decrease from the previous year of three percent. Carmel's district tax rate set by the Indiana State Board of Tax Commissioners for 1997 payable in 1998 is 8.0998, the lowest in Hamilton County.


Telephone Service
Ameritech
Phone: 317-556-4000
Web Address: http://www.sbc.com

Ameritech provides Carmel residents and businesses with local telephone service.


Traffic Signals
Carmel Street Department
Phone: 317-733-2001
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/street.html

The Carmel Street Department maintains all city traffic signals, except signals located on state highways such as Keystone Avenue and Meridian Street. To report a problem with a traffic signal, contact the Carmel Street Department.


Tree City, USA
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

In 1995, Carmel earned the Tree City USA designation. In order to become a Tree City USA, Carmel must:

  • Establish a legally constituted municipal tree council.
  • Adopt a city tree ordinance.
  • Adopt a comprehensive community forestry program.
  • Sponsor an Arbor Day observance.

For more information or to volunteer for the Carmel Tree Committee, contact the Department of Community Services.


Unlicensed Vehicles
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

To report unlicensed vehicles, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Vacation Police Checks
Carmel Police Department
Phone: 317-571-2500
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/CPD/police.html

The Carmel Police Department will check homes of Carmel residents on vacation. For more information about this service, contact the Carmel Police Department.


Volunteers
Mayor's Office
Phone: 317-571-2401
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/government/mayor.html

The City of Carmel welcomes volunteers to serve on its boards and commissions, as well as to help with community events such as Carmelfest and the International Arts festival. For more information about volunteer opportunities sponsored by the city or to volunteer, contact the Mayor's office.


Voter Registration
Hamilton County Clerk's Office
Phone: 317-776-9632
Web Address: http://www.state.in.us/hcc/

Residents of Hamilton County who wish to apply for a Voter's Registration, should contact the Hamilton County Clerk's Office.


Water Service
Carmel Utilities Department
Phone: 317-571-2442
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/utilities.html

The Carmel Utilities Department provides Carmel residents and businesses with water and sewer service. For more information, contact the Carmel Utilities Department.


Weed Ordinance
Department of Community Service
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

The City of Carmel has an ordinance against weeds, debris and uncontrolled vegetation. For more information or to report a violation, contact the Department of Community Services.


Wild Animals
Natural Resources Conservation Services
Phone: 317-773-1406
Web Address: http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/

Report problems with wild animals to the Natural Resources Conservation Services.


Yard Waste
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

Yard waste must be stored in closed containers. Residents and businesses contract with private refuse companies for trash and yard waste collection. For more information or to report a violation, contact the Department of Community Services.


Zoning
Department of Community Services
Phone: 317-571-2417
Web Address: http://www.ci.carmel.in.us/services/communityservice.html

The Department of Community Services is responsible for issues and inquiries regarding Carmel Clay Zoning Ordinances.


 

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