12/02/25 - Hammond Redevelopment Commission Meeting

The City of Hammond Redevelopment Commission held a meeting on December 2, 2025, focusing on various redevelopment initiatives and property transactions. Key procurement activities included authorizations to advertise Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for the sale of multiple city-owned properties, including commercial and vacant parcels in downtown Hammond and surrounding areas. The commission approved a purchase agreement for parcels at 5903 through 5923 Calumet Avenue for $150,000 and accepted proposals for engineering services related to infrastructure improvements such as the Florida Avenue extension. Additionally, the commission approved contracts for snow plowing services for several city-owned lots and a landscaping contract for snow removal and salting in front of downtown buildings. The meeting also covered budget allocations, including a $1.1 million annual commitment from TIFF funds to Purdue University Northwest's Collegebound program. Public engagement was encouraged through a hearing on the Jacob Square Residential Housing Development Program, highlighting community support for neighborhood revitalization. Overall, the meeting emphasized advancing redevelopment projects through strategic property sales, infrastructure planning, and community-focused programs.