The Gary Common Council is now complete with nine members, following Myles Tolliver’s Democratic caucus win for the at-large seat vacated by Marian Ivey who now represents the 4th District. April will be another busy month for the Council as it will be making appointments to boards and commissions. The Council will look to fill […]
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Gary June Public Meetings Preview
Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary in June 2024: Meeting Calendar Gary Common Council The Common Council will be considering several major ordinances in June, including a $3.4 million spending plan for a citywide traffic light project and funding for small businesses. Date: Tuesday, June 4 and 18 Location: City Hall, […]
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Gary January Public Meetings Preview
Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary in January 2024 Common Council Gary’s government will see many changes in 2024. The first Gary Common Council meeting, marking Eddie Melton’s debut as mayor, is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16, at City Hall on the second floor. This meeting follows […]
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Gary November Public Meetings Preview
Every month, we will highlight meetings that we’re paying particular attention to and share a longer calendar of meetings, courtesy of Gary Documenters, so you can see what interests you. Here’s a look at some important public meetings scheduled in Gary this November. Gary public schools We’ve got our eyes on a Nov. 14 meeting […]
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Earn $20 an Hour with Capital B Gary’s New Gary Documenters Program
Capital B Gary launched one month ago, and we’ve already reported on the local election, the Gary Community School Corporation, and environmental challenges. We’re preparing to launch Gary Documenters, a program that will pay residents $20 an hour to take notes at public meetings. This initiative is part of a broader effort to promote community […]