02/17/26 - Hammond Redevelopment Commission Meeting

The City of Hammond Redevelopment Commission held a meeting on February 17, 2026, focusing on various redevelopment and property management activities. Key procurement-related actions included approval of a $10,000 conditional forgivable loan for a first-time homebuyer, authorization to advertise Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for properties at 6204-6208 Kennedy Avenue and 6129-6131 Calumet Avenue, and approval of purchase agreements for residential properties at 915-917 and 919-921 Michigan Street totaling $12,000. The commission also approved a $4,690 proposal from Seemer Heating, Cooling and Plumbing for sump pump installation at 5246 Hohman Avenue and a $1,978 estimate from Merrillville Awning for awning replacement at the same address. Additionally, the commission accepted conveyance of properties at 952 State Street and 7236 Grand Avenue from the City of Hammond for future residential redevelopment. A proposal from Hansco Diversified LLC for a parcel north of 1 State Street was received and referred back to staff for further consideration. The commission approved claims from October 28, 2025, through February 11, 2026, covering claims R67822 through R68342. These actions reflect ongoing efforts to manage and develop city-owned properties and support residential growth in Hammond.