06/02/26 - Hammond Redevelopment Commission Meeting

The City of Hammond Redevelopment Commission held a meeting on June 2, 2026, focusing on various redevelopment and procurement matters. Key procurement-related discussions included the review of letters of intent and proposals for open RFPs concerning city-owned properties at 6433-49 Kennedy Avenue and 6208 Kennedy Avenue, which were referred to staff for further evaluation. The commission also reviewed offers for the sale of multiple properties, including 4401 Dearborn Avenue and several on Claude and Wallace Roads, with motions passed to refer these proposals to staff for additional review. Additionally, the commission approved contracts for elevator maintenance services at two redevelopment-owned buildings on Hohman Avenue, with monthly and annual fees specified. An emergency rehabilitation deferred loan program was approved for a resident requiring plumbing repairs, with a loan amount of $5,250. The meeting included approval of forgivable loans of $10,000 each for two first-time homebuyers, supporting local housing initiatives. Overall, the meeting addressed property sales, redevelopment projects, maintenance contracts, and community loan programs, with motions and votes taken to advance procurement and redevelopment activities.