Michigan City Common Council. Educator; environment & water. Michigan City, Indiana
Thursday, July 21, 2022 5:30 PM BLUE CHIP CASINO
Business Investment Awards
After a pause in the annual awards, it is time to celebrate our community and business leaders! The return coincides with the EDCMC’s Silver Anniversary in 2022. Our team will be honoring a range of businesses and leaders at the Gala Event on July 21 while we mark 25 years here in Michigan City! We are honored to bring back our honors and awards in a big way. Our emcee for the evening will be Ric Federighi of WIMS Am 1420/95.1 FM, and music will be played by the Michigan City Chamber Music Festival. Attire is business/semi-formal/black tie. Dinner and hors d’oeuvres will be served.
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Michigan City COmmon Council June 21, 2022
A SPECIAL RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE 53rd ANNIVERSARY OF THE STONEWALL RIOTS AND THE JUNE CELEBRATION OF PRIDE MONTH
WHEREAS, Pride Month celebrates and honors the LGBTQ+ community who call Indiana home and have made significant contributions to our City and State in every aspect, including in the fields of education, law, health, business, science, research, economic development, architecture, fashion, sports, government, music, film, politics, technology, literature, and civil rights; and
WHEREAS, the LGBTQ+ community has come a great distance towards equality through the efforts of grassroots organizers and nonprofit organizations who have created a groundswell of support and a culture of acceptance; and
WHEREAS, Pride is a celebration of visibility, despite the continued discrimination and dehumanization that many LGBTQ+ people face; and
WHEREAS, Indiana communities have come under attack as our Statehouse has decided to vilify trans children who just want to play sports; and
WHEREAS, we know that attacks on the trans community cost much more than just not getting to play on a high school team. According to a study from the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than half of transgender male teens surveyed, reported attempting suicide in their lifetime, while almost 30% of transgender female teens said they’d attempted suicide. Among non-binary youth, 41.8% of respondents stated that they had attempted suicide at some point in their lives; and
WHEREAS, many LGBTQ+ youth, especially transgender and gender nonconforming individuals experience family rejection, bullying, and harassment, or feel unsafe for simply being who they are—all of which can be added risk factors for suicide; and
WHEREAS, our City prides itself on our diversity and the strength that it brings, we stand today in solidarity with our LGBTQ+ community and all those who believe in equality to say that Michigan City truly does welcome all; and
WHEREAS, we will continue to urge State Legislators to craft legislation that supports our children, like fully funding public schools, funding adequate mental health support for our children and young adults and leveling the playing field by fully funding girls’ sports.
NOW, THEREFORE, WE RESOLVE to urge all government entities, community leaders, businesses, schools, and individuals to respect and honor our diverse community, and to build a culture of inclusivity and equity all year long.
This Resolution shall be in full force and effect after passage by the Michigan City Common Council and approval by the Mayor.
INTRODUCED BY:
Dalia Zygas, Member
Michigan City Common Council
Michigan City is a Bird town!
It's official!
It's official!
It's official!
Thanks to Mary Nell Murphy and the Potawatomi Audubon Society group, Michigan City is an official Bird Town Indiana . From left to right, Mary Nell Murphy and Laura Henderson,- Potawatomi Audubon and MICHIGAN CITY TREE BOARD MEMBERS, Brad Bumgardner- Executive Director Indiana Audubon, Cookie Ferguson- Dunes National Park Ranger.
It's official!
It's official!
Singing Sands Wildlife Observation Deck
News and Updates
Farmers Market Sat 8-noon
Farmers Market Sat 8-noon
Farmers Market Sat 8-noon
The MCFM is located at the southeast corner of 8th Street and Washington Street in the heart of Michigan City's Uptown Arts District. The MCFM is open every Saturday from May 7, 2022 to October 29, 2022. The hours of operation are from 8:00am CST to 12:00pm CST. If you are interested in becoming a vendor, please contact Chantelle Bagley, Market Manager. farmersmarketmichigancity@gmail.com. Michigan City Farmers Market MORE INFO
Citizen Request Ticket
Farmers Market Sat 8-noon
Farmers Market Sat 8-noon
For questions about trash, garbage, litter or debris, please contact the Refuse Department.
For questions regarding grass, brush, and trees please Vector Control.
The Citizen Request Ticket allows residents to report on the following:
Animal Control: Animal at large, Barking dog, Suspected abused or neglected animal
Cemeteries: Damage to a gravesite
Central Services: Missing or damaged traffic sign or street sign, Overgrown Vegetation, Pothole, Unhealthy or unsafe tree, Unlit Street Lamp
Planning & Inspection: Abandon vehicle, Abandoned Property, Suspected building code violation
Sanitary District: Appliances or indoor furniture in a yard , Suspected illegal dumping, Uncollected trash, garbage, litter, or debris
HealthLinc Michigan City
Farmers Market Sat 8-noon
Short-term Rental Permit
In addition to offering COVID testing and administering the Moderna, Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID-19 vaccines, HealthLinc will travel to employers to vaccinate workers and their families.
Please call 1-888-580-1060 to schedule an appointment.
Short-term Rental Permit
LaPorte County Housing Study
Short-term Rental Permit
Registering STR properties will help us contact owners and make sure STR properties are good neighbors
NW Indiana Solar
LaPorte County Housing Study
LaPorte County Housing Study
Imagine walking into a solar company’s office with 50 or 100 of your neighbors and saying, “We all want to get solar. What kind of deal can you give us?”
That’s a solar co-op!
LaPorte County Housing Study
LaPorte County Housing Study
LaPorte County Housing Study
LaPorte County Housing Study is complete. Take a look a what was uncovered...
Low Income Legal Services
EXCELLENT LAPORTE COUNTY COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
Low Income Legal Services
Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income residents throughout the state of Indiana https://www.indianalegalservices.org
Indiana Tenant Rights
EXCELLENT LAPORTE COUNTY COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
Low Income Legal Services
These tenants’ rights apply to all renters in the State of Indiana. However, some communities may have additional regulations for tenants and landlords.
EXCELLENT LAPORTE COUNTY COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
EXCELLENT LAPORTE COUNTY COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
EXCELLENT LAPORTE COUNTY COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP)
LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP)
EXCELLENT LAPORTE COUNTY COVID-19 VACCINE INFORMATION
The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) opens on October 1, 2021, accepting online and mail-in applications for Program Year 2022.
New this year: Apply for water assistance when you apply for your energy assistance. If you pay your water/wastewater bill, check “water” on your EAP application and include your water bill to be considered for water assistance. Please click here or see more details below about IHCDA's Water Program.
Sensible alternative to PayDay loans
LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP)
Statewide housing stability partnership launched
Small Dollar Loan
Because Life Happens
Life can throw curveballs you don’t see coming. That’s why we offer a loan for those unexpected expenses. With various payment options, we work with you to review the best plan to help you take care of business. Contact us for a Small Dollar Loan today, and get back to everyday life. Benefits:
- Loans available as low as $500
- Competitive fixed rate
- No prepayment penalties
- Delayed first payment, up to 45 days
- Alternative credit reference options for those with little or no credit history
Statewide housing stability partnership launched
LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (LIHEAP)
Statewide housing stability partnership launched
The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority will accept applications from renters in all 92 counties for the Indiana Supreme Court’s Eviction Diversion Program, which is an additional tool to promote housing stability across the state. To qualify, the renter must have a pending eviction filed against them where they are named as the defendant and have not applied to or been assisted with any Emergency Rental Assistance program available in the state. If both parties elect to participate in this voluntary program, the pending eviction action will be stayed for up to 90 days while the parties pursue assistance or an alternate resolution.
NWI BizHub; The Gateway for Entrepreneurs
NWI BizHub; The Gateway for Entrepreneurs
NWI BizHub; The Gateway for Entrepreneurs
We are dedicated to helping connect and grow the entrepreneurial community of the northwest Indiana region. NWI BizHub’s mission is to help small businesses in northwest Indiana thrive. We provide entrepreneurs and small business owners with free, easy access to the vital assistance, resources, and information they need—when they need it.
SOUTH SHORE UPDATES
NWI BizHub; The Gateway for Entrepreneurs
NWI BizHub; The Gateway for Entrepreneurs
SOUTH SHORE CLOSES 11th STREET STATION
South Shore announced that the 11th Street Station and parking lots will not re-open until the construction is completed in 2024.
For more double-track construction updates, go to link below.
Utility Bill Assistance
NWI BizHub; The Gateway for Entrepreneurs
Utility Bill Assistance
Income-eligible payment assistance programs
You may qualify for federal, state or local income-eligible payment assistance programs to help you pay your bill.
Payment arrangements
NIPSCO offers payment arrangements to help you if you are having trouble paying your
Legal Assistance
Indiana Legal Services, Inc. (ILS) is a nonprofit law firm that provides free civil legal assistance to eligible low-income residents throughout the state of Indiana.
The Indiana COVID-19 Rental Assistance Portal
This is a free, state online resource for renters and property managers in Indiana. The dynamic search options allow you to find affordable, accessible and market-rate housing that will fit your needs.
Covid-19 Rental Assistance Program is expected to start phase II shortly. Check the website for more information. www.IndianaHousingNow.org
Additional resources, and answers to frequently asked questions, can be found in the Coronavirus Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention Guide.
Homeowner assistANCE
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I AM FACING FORECLOSURE?
If you are an Indiana homeowner who’s fallen behind on your mortgage payment due to involuntary unemployment, underemployment, divorce, death of a spouse or medical hardship, we want to help you stay in your home. Our federally funded program provides one-time reinstatement only assistance of up to $30,000 for those that qualify. For more information please visit: http://www.877gethope.org/.
Covid 19 - Support
Where to get help
Emergency Soup Kitchen
Where to get help
A list of local resources; this will be updated periodically. Please send additional information to the email below.
How you can help
Emergency Soup Kitchen
Where to get help
A list of local organizations that need your help- please send additional needs to the email below.
Emergency Soup Kitchen
Emergency Soup Kitchen
Mental Health Wellness
"We started Tuesday 3/17 at 35 meals, today we fed 132, and tomorrow, we are bumping up production up to 140." - Erik Tannehill
Mental Health Wellness
Local Mental Health and Domestic Violence Help
Mental Health Wellness
800-706-2751
Coronavirus got you feeling stressed, anxious, worried? New Region 24 hour mental health wellness hotline can help NWI Times article.
Local Mental Health and Domestic Violence Help
Local Mental Health and Domestic Violence Help
Local Mental Health and Domestic Violence Help
LaPorte County Comprehensive Mental Health Services
Swanson Center’s offices can be reached at 219-879-4621 or 219-362-2145.
If you are in crisis, and need immediate
assistance, please call 855-325-6934.
Stepping Stone Providing victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, our free services include 24/7 crisis lines, intervention, temporary shelter, clothing & food, transitional housing, counseling, support groups, and advocacy. 219-879-4615
Enjoy Nature at Home
Local Mental Health and Domestic Violence Help
Local Mental Health and Domestic Violence Help
Do you know what kind of trees are growing near your house? Why trees are beneficial? How can you help a local tree- adopt it! Check out our Michigan City Forester’s website!