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Council celebrates 50 years since 1st meeting By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com The Carmel City Council Jan. 5 celebrated the 50th anniversary of its first meeting. During the regularly scheduled meeting, the council recognized members of the first Carmel City Council: David Coots, Walter Dean, Minnie Doane, James Garretson, Stan Meacham, Jane Reiman and Fred Swift. The surviving members of the first council — Coots, Garretson, Reiman and Swift — attended and received a token of appreciation from Mayor Sue Finkam. City Council President Matt Snyder thanked the original council members for their work laying the foundation of the city. “These people didn’t witness history,” Snyder said. “They made it.” Later in the meeting, the council unanimously approved a resolution recognizing the original city council members. Carmel’s journey to becoming a city began in 1974 when residents voted in a referendum to transition the municipality from a town. The first city election was in 1975, and the newly elected councilors took their oath of office on Jan. 5, 1976. Carmel plans to continue celebrating its 50th anniversary as a city with several other events and recognitions throughout the year.

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Front, from left, Fred Swift, Jim Garrettson, Jane Reiman and David Coots, members of the first Carmel City Council, are recognized during the Jan. 5 council meeting. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh)

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The first Carmel City Council is sworn in by Gov. Otis Bowen. From left, Mayor Albert Pickett, Fred Swift, David Coots, Walter Dean, Minnie Doane, James Garretson, Stan Meacham and Jane Reiman. (Photo courtesy of the City of Carmel)

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them on a vehicle pursuit. Officers arrested Wills — who initially provided a false name — once the pursuit ended. An Indianapolis woman is facing 13 Investigators discovered a significant charges stemming from an incident amount of stolen merchandise in Wills’ that began as a reported theft at vehicle, which they returned. Lululemon in Clay Terrace and As police transported Wills ended with the detained suspect to the Hamilton County Jail, reporting a medical emergency she claimed to be having a medand fleeing on foot to a nearby ical emergency, which led the restaurant, according to Carmel officers to stop the vehicle and Police. address it. Rickia Wills, 22, remained in “Out of an abundance of cauWills the Hamilton County Jail withtion, officers pulled over to assess out bond as of Jan. 8. her condition,” stated Darby Morris, CPD The incident began at 4:12 p.m. Jan. 3 spokesperson. “While doing so, officers when officers responded to a reported discovered that Willis had partially theft in progress in the 14400 block of slipped out of one handcuff. As an officer Clay Terrace Boulevard. When Carmel attempted to re-secure the restraint, WilPolice Department officers arrived, lis began actively resisting, pulling away, Wills fled the scene, striking another and opening the front passenger door of vehicle and a police vehicle, and led the police vehicle.” By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

Wills continued to resist and attempted to pull herself into the driver’s seat of the police vehicle before fleeing on foot into a nearby restaurant, Songbird Social House. She was detained again with the assistance of off-duty officers at the scene. Police transported Wills to a hospital, where she was treated and released. Investigators worked with jail staff to confirm Wills’ real identity and discovered she had numerous active warrants in Indiana and other states. Hamilton County charges include organized theft, escape, resisting law enforcement, identity deception, auto theft, possession of marijuana and disorderly conduct. An initial hearing in the case was set for Jan. 8. Paperwork has been filed to extradite Wills to Kentucky to face unrelated charges there.

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Speakeasy plan advances, townhomes vote split By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com The Carmel Plan Commission’s Committee of the Whole met Jan. 6 to review proposals for a new speakeasy, a townhome development and an expansion of an assisted living facility. The full plan commission will vote on the three projects at a future meeting. SPEAKEASY APPROVED WITH CONDITIONS The Moher Speakeasy is proposed as a second tenant in the Boneyard building at 904 W. Main St., a site that previously housed Scott Pools and Bergman Automotive. Two years ago, local restaurateur Kevin Paul announced plans to open The Boneyard Bar & Restaurant, but construction is yet to begin. The Moher Speakeasy is proposed on the west side of the building, along with a 12-foot expansion to accommodate it. The expansion would lead to a oneway traffic pattern on the west side of the building, meaning a vehicular exit point must be added on the north side of the site. That would take drivers through property owned by The Signature, an adjacent development. Paul said he is in discussions with owners of The Signature about the requested exit point. He said if they don’t approve it, the building expansion would be eliminated or reduced. The committee members gave a positive recommendation to the plans, pending an agreement from The Signature owners regarding the exit point. COMMITTEE SPLIT ON TOWNHOMES

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date 27 townhomes on the east side of Illinois Street. The proposed development by Pulte Homes is between Forte Sports Medicine and Orthopedics to the north and a plastic surgery center and insurance building to the south. Pulte Homes is petitioning for the site to be rezoned from Meridian Corridor to a planned unit development, meaning development standards would be specific to the project. Commissioner Adam Campagna said he felt the proposal seems “forced.” “There is no other residential for sale units along the 31 corridor in Carmel,” Campagna said. “This seems it’s being pushed into something not suited for this type of development.” Commissioner Dubbie Buckler said she typically is not supportive of high-density development, but in this case it makes sense. “I think this is a good use,” she said. “It addresses the housing need we have in Carmel and is located in a place it’s not going to be visually unappealing to people around it.” The committee voted to return the proposal to the full plan commission without a recommendation. RESTORACY EXPANSION GETS POSITIVE RECOMMENDATION The committee voted to give a positive recommendation to amend a PUD to allow the Restoracy of Carmel assisted living facility to add two buildings. The facility operates six cottage-style homes on 4.76 acres on City Center Drive. It plans to add two more on 1.8 acres east of the existing site. The new homes would house up to 12 people in both buildings. They would be designed in a similar style to the existing homes.

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As an Indiana University senior, Jon Terzini saw a notice from the athletics department about designing posters for the football program. “I thought, ‘You know what? I could do that and make some beer money,’” Terzini said. “I submitted a trial piece, and they loved it and said, ‘The job is yours if you want it.’” The 2004 Carmel High School graduate has been creating posters for every football game since 2009. The work has progressed beyond beer money. “There are some perks with it, but it’s not paying my bills by any means,” he said. “I love doing it all the same.” With the No. 1-ranked Hoosiers’ memorable season, the red and white posters have drawn a lot more attention. “I don’t think a lot of people knew they existed before the last two years, because they really didn’t follow the program,” he said. “It’s been a fun memorabilia for people to collect. I’ve gotten emails from people saying, ‘I’ve collected all the posters in my basement.’ They send me pictures with the entire wall taken up by these posters. It’s super fun to see that.”

The free posters are delivered at various businesses and spots in Bloomington before each game. Prior to the College Football Playoff national semifinals in the Peach Bowl in Atlanta Jan. 9, Terzini was working on a potential national championship poster. Although he lives in Nashville, Tenn., the 40-year-old Terzini is an IU football season ticket holder. “I’ve been through a lot of rough years as an IU football fan, as most have,” he said. “If you watched them before these last two years you realized that they have been mostly bottom feeders in the football department. So, this season, specifically, means a lot, because after last season (11-2) people weren’t sure if it was going to be just like a one-off fluke. No one expects them to be doing it again, and here we are doing it again. It’s been amazing to see them continue that success.” Terzini attended Rochester Institute of Technology for photography but then transferred to IU after one year and earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts in graphic design. He runs an apparel design business called HomeTown Riot. His posters can be viewed on his Instagram page, terz.ink. For more, visit hometownriot.com.

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From left, Carmel High School band members Connor Sudduth, Ansley Thornton, Jack Yates, Dominic Abbey, Madison Brown, Lizzy Abbey, Ike Dwyer, Jack Auer, and former CHS Director of Bands Richard Saucedo at the Rose Bowl. (Photo courtesy of Nora Sudduth)

CHS band members march in Rose Bowl parade By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com The Carmel High School Marching Greyhounds will perform in the Tournament of Roses Parade in 2027. The annual event is followed by the Rose Bowl college football game. Eight students, including five who return next year, got a taste of that experience by participating in the Rose Parade Jan. 1 in Pasadena, Calif., as members of the Bands of America Honor Band. The honor band was under the direction of Richard Saucedo, retired CHS band director. The band members were selected by Music for All. For junior trumpet player Connor Sudduth, who plans to major in music education, performing under Saucedo’s direction was special. “Carmel has such a strong tradition of excellence, and Mr. Saucedo brings a lot of energy and passion to rehearsal,” Sudduth said. “It’s inspiring to learn from someone who has had such a big impact on our program.” The honor band was chosen from schools from across the U.S. The students spent the week rehearsing, performing at the Tournament of Roses Bandfest and preparing for the parade. The parade was held in a steady rain,

but Sudduth said that didn’t dampen the mood. “Once you’re out there, none of that really matters,” he said. “You’re focused on the music, the people around you and being part of something much bigger than yourself.” The CHS students were able to interact with bands from across the U.S., including the Brownsburg High School band, and international ensembles. “One of the best parts was getting to meet members from other programs,” Sudduth said. “It takes a lot of work to get there, so even though everyone came from different places, there was a shared sense of achievement.” Along with Sudduth, the CHS students participating were Ansley Thornton (trumpet), Jack Auer (baritone), Ike Dwyer (baritone), Dominic Abbey (tuba), Madison Brown (tuba), Jack Yates (tenor saxophone) and Lizzy Abbey (color guard). Dominic Abbey, Auer and Thornton are seniors. Yates and Dwyer are juniors and Lizzy Abbey is a sophomore. “It was impressive to see what the Honor Band was able to accomplish in just five days together,” Sudduth said. “It makes me really excited to perform with our Carmel program after spending an entire season working together.”

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Hospital stays inspire Walmart’s LEGO donation By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Carmel resident Steven Graves and his late wife, Lorie, appreciated how much LEGO sets helped their autistic son. Calem Graves, a 15-year-old Carmel High School sophomore, was diagnosed with autism at age 3. “Our son has spent time at Riley (Hospital for Children) and CMN (Children’s Miracle Network) hospitals due to medical procedures and surgeries,” Graves said. “Our son really likes LEGO (sets). We found he would always stay focused and be calm during these medical procedures. It gave him something positive to focus on. We had seen firsthand how that small moment of creativity can change a hospital stay.” At that time in 2023, Graves worked for Walmart in the company’s return network. “I noticed that we received LEGO sets that would come back into the return center that we couldn’t put back in the merchandise flow,” he said. “It was just damaged boxes. The (unused) LEGO sets themselves weren’t damaged. I was wondering if these sets could help other kids, too. My wife and I talked about it, and she thought it was a great idea as well. What began as a pretty simple idea turned into a bigger program.” Walmart recently donated 173 pallets of LEGO sets to Riley and 49 other Children’s Miracle Network hospitals across the U.S. Graves, who is now a senior manag-

Community Member Spotlight Steven Graves with his son, Calem, whose love of LEGO sets spurred the project. (Photo courtesy of Steven Graves)

er of automation, said Walmart leadership recognized the value in the program, but it took time to set it up. Graves is glad his wife knew the LEGO donation project was on target to be completed by Christmas before she died of cancer on Oct. 1, 2025, at age 50. “It was something she was passionate about, and it was one of the last conversations we had,” Graves said. “She was excited about it. It was nice to let her know that something we could do for other families and kids was going to happen.” Christmas was Lorie’s favorite holiday. Her husband put up Christmas lights in August, and many of their Waterstone neighbors followed suit with their own

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holiday decorations, so she could enjoy them one last time. “As much as our community gave back to us, we want to make sure to give back to them,” Graves said. “I’m sure there is someone from Hamilton County or Carmel that will get an opportunity to have a better stay with something as simple as a LEGO set.” Carmel resident Alane Helmer, Vice President of Corporate & Foundation Giving, Riley Children’s Foundation, appreciates the longtime partnership with Walmart. “Since 1987, Riley Children’s Foundation has benefitted from the generosity of Walmart employees and customers through their in-store fundraising campaigns,” she said. “This generosity has resulted in over $30 million for Riley kids and families. We are always honored and surprised by the ways Walmart steps up for children’s hospitals in their communities.” We want to celebrate the people who make our community better. Email spotlight@youarecurrent.com to nominate a neighbor for our Community Member Spotlight today.

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Senior guard develops into reliable scorer for NHS By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Noblesville High School senior guard Ally Hutchinson knew the Millers’ young team would need her to pick up her scoring. Hutchinson, who averaged 5.3 points per game as a junior, has an average of 13.5 ppg in the first 13 games for the Hutchinson Millers (7-6). “Ally has worked very hard to improve at becoming a consistent scoring threat for us,” Noblesville coach Donna Buckley said. “She has really made that jump this year. She has been a great leader for this young team. She has had some big moments for us, including a 31-point performance against Chatard. We are excited to see what the rest of her senior year has in store for her and excited to see her do great things at Earlham College.” Hutchinson, who has committed to NCAA Division III Earlham, worked on being prepared for the increased re-

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Favorite athlete: Larry Bird Favorite movie: “10 Things I Hate About You” Favorite vacation spot: Cayman Islands Favorite subject: Science sponsibilities this season. “Going into this season, I was well aware we were losing some major points from our senior class,” she said “I wasn’t going to wait for someone else to make up those numbers. I knew it had to be me. So, I worked all summer on trying to expand my game beyond my shooting to become a threat from all levels of scoring.”

The 5-foot-10 Hutchinson said she has made the most improvement in her ability to get to the basket. “Last year, you could say my main role was a spot-up shooter ready for kick-outs,” said Hutchinson, who averages 4.6 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game. “This year, I’ve expanded my game to create more opportunities for myself and my teammates.” Hutchinson said her goal was to be a leader on the court. “Without our senior class, we were

down some incredible leaders,” she said. “I think back to my time playing with Reagan Wilson and the impact she had on me as a leader, so I stepped up to try and take that role and fit in nicely. Off the court and during practice, I think my leadership is very prominent and effective, but I could work on leading the team on the court as well as I do in practice.” A two-year starter, Buckley said Hutchinson also played a key reserve role as a sophomore as the Millers reached the semistate championship before losing to Lake Central. Hutchinson competed in basketball, golf and track and field growing up. “I gave both varsity track and golf up my sophomore year when I realized basketball was my passion,” she said. Hutchinson said academics initially drew her to Earlham. “But the deciding factor was the relationship I built with the coach (Joe Adams),” she said. “I was never questioning the way he felt about me joining his program, and his dedication to catching every game of mine he could was impressive.”

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ITA launches cotillon “I truly believe that all the presentation skills and communication skills are some of the most important skills that International Talent Academy will kids can learn in their life,” Komarova launch its 21st Century Cotillon prosaid. “When you go into job interviews, gram this month, providing an you have to be able to talk and opportunity for students age 9 to have etiquette; you should 15 to improve etiquette, commuknow good manners. You need nication skills and more. to know how to talk to people, ITA is a nonprofit educational what’s appropriate and what’s organization based in Carmel inappropriate. that offers a variety of programs Komarova hopes that children to empower students through who complete the class develop Komarova performing and liberal arts renewed confidence. programs. “After this practice and training, ITA Executive Director Tatyana Koyou’re not going to be afraid of anymarova created the class after noticing thing,” she said. “Even in elementary many children struggling with a lack school, they’re doing presentations of confidence; difficulty navigating sowhen kids run for school council, and cial situations and etiquette; and weak then high school, they have so many social and interpersonal skills, as well presentations and interviews.” as challenges making new friends and The course will conclude with an feeling comfortable in group settings. awards ceremony and formal ball and Throughout the 14-week class, stutea party. dents will learn higher level etiquette The 21st Century Cotillon will be from and social dance skills, proper commu5:30 to 7 p.m. Fridays Jan. 23 to April nication and mutual respect and how 24 at Carmel Ballroom, 111 Medical Dr. to carry oneself in formal and informal Learn more and register at internationsituations. altalentacademy.org. By Samantha Kupiainen news@currentincarmel.com

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Ice fest, winter games to return By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Two City of Carmel winter traditions are set to return this month. The Festival of Ice, featuring ice carvers from Indiana and beyond, is set for Jan. 16 and 17. From 4 to 8 p.m. the first day of the event, the ice carvers will spread throughout the Arts & Design District to showcase their skills. The following day, they will be at Carter Green from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. to create ice sculptures. People’s Choice voting will be open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. In addition, visitors can warm up Jan. 17 by taste testing and voting on their favorite chili from several Carmel Fire Department crews. The Carmel Winter Games will feature friendly competition Jan. 24 at the Ice at Carter Green. Events include human curling on inner tubes, an ice trike relay and human hungry hippos.

DISPATCHES  Orr Fellowship cohort announced — Carmel residents Paige Zurcher, Greg Gottlieb and Peter Pizarro have been selected for the 2026 Orr Fellowship cohort. The fellowship is an early career development program for high achievers and future-focused businesses in Indianapolis and Evansville. Nearly 100 college seniors and recent graduates have been matched with Indiana-based partner companies and will begin their fellowships this month or in June. Learn more at OrrFellowship.org.

The ice trike relay at a previous Winter Games. (File Photo)

Guests can watch members of various city departments compete during the Hometown Hero Olympics, set for 10 a.m. to noon. Corporate and family/friends teams will compete from 1 to 5 p.m. The winning team will choose from a preselected list of Carmel-based organizations to receive proceeds from the day. Learn more about both events at theiceatcartergreen.com/events.

Earth Day Art Contest returns Commentary by Cindy Muse The Carmel Green Initiative Earth Day Art Contest is accepting entries from local students in kindergarten through eighth grade. The contest is free to enter. Entries are due by 5 p.m. Feb. 11. Art education plays a significant role in a child’s development, according to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. More broadly, it fosters economic development and sustainability where we live. The City of Carmel has a long-standing commitment to the arts and uses it as an influential economic tool, as well as to engage and inspire our community and visitors. Since 2010, Carmel Green Initiative has engaged more than 5,400 students in its Earth Day Art Contest, which asks participants to design a postcard-size illustration of environmentally friendly ideas. By asking children to draw solutions — ranging from picking up litter to installing solar panels — the contest helps students visualize abstract environmental issues. Students create art addressing simple solutions such as turning off lights, using native plants and trees, walking, biking and picking up litter. Others demonstrate bigger ideas such as solar in schools, the need to protect our earth

Student artwork from a previous Earth Day Art Contest. (Photo courtesy of Cindy Muse)

and what happens if we do not. To request a contest information packet, visit carmelgreen.org. Winners are chosen in each grade. Additionally, a special Solential Award is given for grades 3-8 for art expressing the theme that solar schools are smart. New this year is a digital art challenge for grades 5-8 demonstrating how to preserve and protect our insect population. The children’s art will be displayed at the Monon Community Center, Muldoon’s and the Carmel Clay Public Library in April.

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 National Civics Bee — Applications are open for sixth- through eighth-grade students for the 2026 National Civics Bee. The initiative allows middle school students to compete in a nonpartisan, multi-round competition on civics knowledge. The competition begins with a written essay leading to live events at the regional, state and national levels. Finalists who advance to the National Championship in Washington, D.C., compete for cash prizes, national recognition and a $100,000 529 education savings plan contribution. The central Indiana regional competition is sponsored by the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce. The essay application portal is open through Feb. 3. All students in grades 6-8 are encouraged to apply. Apply at tinyurl.com/3edwmbje.

OBITUARY Sherry C. Phillips July 30, 1948 — December 23, 2025 Carmel, IN In Loving Memory of Sherry Cole Phillips It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of Sherry Cole Phillips of Carmel, Indiana, on December 23, 2025, at the age of 77. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, adoring grandmother, cherished friend, and a woman whose heart and faith touched everyone she met. Sherry leaves behind her devoted husband, David, of 56 years. She was the beloved mother and best friend to her two daughters, Marie (Zach) Cain and Bonnie Lynn Ehman; grandchildren, Julia Cain, Claire Cain, Jude Ehman, Witt Ehman and Bear Ehman. She is preceded in death by her parents, Philip “Pete” and Roselyn (Foxx) Cole. A proud Jackson, Tennessee, native, Sherry graduated from Jackson High School in 1966, dazzling crowds as the Feature Twirler in the marching band and as First Runner-Up in the 1965 Miss Jackson Pageant, going on to marry her high school sweetheart, David, on July 26, 1969. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology from Lambuth College and specialized in Hematology. Her career took her from medical laboratories in Little Rock and Boston to a research scientist position at Roche Diagnostics in Indianapolis, but her true gift was the way she enriched the lives of those around her, in each city her family called home.

To all that knew her, Sherry was a source of sincere warmth, gentle wisdom and hospitality. She brought joy and laughter into every gathering, and made friends feel like family. She tended her beautiful gardens with care, delighted in walks on the beach collecting seashells, always looked forward to lunches with her neighborhood “sisters” and cherished quiet moments with her grandchildren. She embraced life’s adventures, traveling to the Caribbean, Europe, and across the U.S., always sharing her love, stories and playful spirit with those she cared for. Above all else, Sherry was a woman who loved deeply and authentically. Sherry lived by the golden rule and embodied the love of Christ. Her life was a testament to purpose, grace, and a heart fully open to love. Sherry’s legacy is one of faith, devotion, unconditional love and Southern charm. She made everyone feel seen, valued, and cherished, and those who knew her will carry her spirit in their hearts forever. Her funeral service were held at Carmel United Methodist Church, Wednesday, January 7, 2026. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to one of these charitable organizations in honor of Sherry. prevailinc.org — Women and children in crisis situations www.mercifulhelpcenter.org — Provides basic needs to disadvantaged Hamilton County residents

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Former Conseco executive remembered for generosity By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com Longtime Zionsville resident, businessman and civic leader Rollie Dick, 94, died Jan. 3. The former Conseco executive, Central Indiana Business Hall of Fame inductee, arts supporter and nonprofit volunteer is survived by his wife, Cheri, and many other family members. Dick, who resided in Zionsville since the early 1970s, was originally from Sanborn, Iowa, and earned an associate degree from the American Institute of Business in Des Moines, Iowa, in 1950. He started his career as a certified public accountant, becoming an executive with Conesco, a financial services company now called CNO Financial Group; and later was a consultant at MH Equity Investors. He also previously partnered with Donald Trump on the 1998 purchase of the General Motors Building in New York City, which they sold in 2003. Dick told Current in a 2013 interview that he grew up “dirt poor,” which taught him the value of giving his time. In his 20s, he volunteered with a community theater organization and said the experience started him on the path to becoming a regular supporter of the performing arts, as well as supporting educational opportunities for disadvantaged communities. He was founding board chair of the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. “You should become involved with organizations you have a passion for,” Dick said in that interview, “There are very few organizations that I write a check to where I don’t have some involvement. It’s not just the joy in writing the check but seeing the good that’s done with it.” In 2021, Dick was honored at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel for his support of a renovation project there. His portrait hangs in the Palladium’s Founders Club hospitality space. Cheri Dick is the former executive director of the Allied Solutions Center’s Civic Theater. Jeffrey McDermott, president and CEO of the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, stated in a Jan. 4 message to center board members that Dick also was a member of the Great

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By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com From finance to higher education to startups, Sloane Thompson has enjoyed many of the roles she’s held in various industries. However, she believes her favorite job is just getting started. The Westfield resident became the executive director Jan. 5 of PrimeLife Enrichment, a nonprofit that operates programming for senior citizens from Hamilton County and beyond at its facility in Carmel. Thompson learned about PrimeLife from a neighbor who raved about her membership there. When she saw it was seeking an executive director, Thompson — between jobs at the time —decided to pay a visit. She was immediately impressed. “There is true attention to this stage of our lives with the utmost of respect,” said Thompson, 61. “I walk around and there’s just warmth and joy and friendship. I think it’s just the coolest place in the world.” Thompson replaces Gary Wagner, 76, who retired at the end of December. He joined PrimeLife in 2018 as its chief development officer and became executive director in 2020. During Wagner’s tenure at the top, PrimeLife membership more than tripled, and the nonprofit increased the size of its fleet providing free or low-cost rides for seniors. In addition, PrimeLife landed “on the radar screen of local government,” Wagner said, leading to new connections and potential grant opportunities. A top priority for Wanger — and now Thompson — is identifying a long-term sustainable funding solution, as many nonprofits are facing cuts in government grants and other sources. Another major challenge is space, as Thompson said PrimeLife has nearly outgrown its building at 1078 3rd Ave. SW. She is working with the nonprofit’s board to determine how to address the issue, whether by opening another facility or moving to a larger location. PrimeLife board president Marcia Claerbout said she feels the nonprofit

Gary Wagner, who retired as PrimeLife Enrichment executive director in late 2025, visits with Santa Claus at the PrimeLife facility. (Photo courtesy of PrimeLife Enrichment) PrimeLife Enrichment Executive Director Sloane Thompson, right, visits with PrimeLife member George Billeisen. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh)

is transitioning from one perfect fit to another in the executive director role. “They’re both very strong leaders with good experience behind them,” Claerbout said. “They both have a love for the seniors, and that’s harder to find.” Thompson said she saw how staying social and active helped her parents live fulfilling lives well into their final years. Her mom died at age 82 and her dad at 91. “I realize just how valuable that is, and I want that for myself — and for everyone,” Thompson said. “I want all of us, no matter your age, to recognize that we can have vibrant lives our entire life, but we have to be intentional about that.” Thompson, a 2025 graduate of the Hamilton County Leadership Academy, describes herself as a collaborative and strategic leader. She intends to spend much of her initial time at PrimeLife listening to feedback from members.

As for Wagner, in retirement he plans to spend more time with his grandchildren, volunteer, play golf and write. “I have to practice what I’ve been preaching and stay active,” he said. “I’m not going to sit around and watch daytime television.” Wagner will also remain involved with PrimeLife, this time as a member of the board. He said working at the nonprofit was the best job he ever had, and he’s not ready to fully cut ties. “What I will miss the most, besides the friendships, is the fulfillment that I received from the mission of PrimeLife,” Wagner said. “It’s a unique organization, and one that I will never probably ever get out of my consciousness.” Learn more at primelifeenrichment. org. ON THE COVER: PrimeLife Enrichment Executive Director Sloane Thompson, left, visits with members playing Sequence. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh)

REVERSE RAFFLE FUNDRAISER TO DEBUT PrimeLife Enrichment is presenting a new Mardi Grasthemed reverse raffle fundraiser called “Hop on the Money Train.” Participants will have the opportunity to win a variety of prizes, from fine dining certificates to a travel package to the grand prize of up to $50,000 (or 50 percent of ticket sales). Only 100 tickets will be sold. Tickets are $1,000, and the cost can be split between multiple purchasers. The event is set for 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 12 at Woodland Country Club, 100 Woodland Lane in Carmel. Participants must be at least 18 years old and a resident of Indiana. Purchase tickets at primelifeenrichment.org/fundraiser or by calling 317-447-8794.

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Kurr Med Spa expands, adds Champagne room By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Kimberly Espich came up with a new business idea while in the process of expanding Kurr Aesthetics and Med Spa. She and her husband, Chad Helm, purchased the building next door to its existing location at 222 W. Main St. in the Carmel Arts & Design District in June. The upstairs rooms of the new building are used for expanded services. Starting with the idea of having a spot for clients to have a drink after treatment, Espich decided to open a separate business called The Champagne Society in the downstairs space. “We’re thinking of little private get-togethers, a little baby shower and tasting for our clients,” Espich said. “We are planning to open to the public but thought let’s get our feet wet right now with private parties. One neighbor came by and said her dream has come true, Champagne in a neighborhood little bar.” The Champagne Society has a beer and wine license and will have a light menu, possibly with charcuterie and caviar. It is set to open to the public Jan. 23. “We’re doing mainly Champagne, because our whole concept is you can’t go anywhere in the city, to my knowledge, and get true Champagne by the glass,” Espich said. “You might be able to order one type. We hope to be where we’ve got a menu of 10 Champagnes and you can get what you want by the glass. When you go to a restaurant, you usually have to buy a bottle or have a prosecco.”

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Espich said there is comfortable seating for 25. Kurr Med Spa opened in 2007 in Carmel. With the expansion, it has grown from seven treatment rooms to 12. “We’ve always tried to have the best equipment and med spa with a kind of boutique luxury,” Espich said. “So, it’s kind of the best of both worlds, because you will see somewhere that’s more than just relaxation or you will be in a doctor’s office where it’s more medical.” In the expanded space, there is a salt lounge. “It has a special generator with medical grade salt you are breathing in,” she said. “Our other room has several healing body red lights. Healing is moving to where people are trying some natural options.” Espich has 17 employees, including nine aestheticians. The spa is open six days a week. Espich said she expects The Champagne Society to be open to the public Wednesday through Saturday. For more, visit kurrmedspa.com.

An informative resource for parents and caregivers, this comprehensive guide will be published on Feb. 24. It offers valuable insights, camp options, summer programs and engaging activities in and around Suburban North Indy. Delivered to 126,990 households in Brownsburg, Carmel, Fishers, Geist, Noblesville, North Indy, Westfield and Zionsville via U.S. Mail, you may seize this opportunity to reach a wide audience at an affordable price and explore the best tips and listings to make the most of your family’s summer experiences.

DISPATCHES  Insurance company promotion — Carmel resident Mike Lucado has been promoted to director of investments for Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance. Lucado assumed the role that was previously held by Kent Deeter, who retired after nearly 18 of service to the company. Lucado Lucado began his new role on Jan. 1. He will be responsible for managing the company’s investment portfolio.

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Teresa Reynolds and the Slicktones set for Local Mix Music Series By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Teresa Reynolds grew up surrounded by many musical influences. “My dad was always spinning his deep collection of jazz records, but MTV was also taking over the mainstream and exposing me to all kinds of genres and artists,” she said. “My eclectic taste definitely shows up in my music, which I describe as a blend of ‘90s pop R&B, with jazz, soul and disco.” Reynolds will bring her unique brand of music to The Tarkington in the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Reynolds and the Slicktones, who are making their Allied Solutions Center debut, will participate in the Local Mix Music Series at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 22. “We play mostly in Indianapolis, so I think this is a great chance to play for some folks that maybe haven’t gotten to see us yet,” she said. “There’s something for everyone with the Slicktones, so Carmel audiences are in for a treat.” Reynolds formed the Slicktones in 2021. “We’re like a family at this point,” she said. “When I formed this group, I knew that Mina Keohane, my pianist, and Poncho Hedrick, my bassist, had to be part of it. I’d been fans and friends of theirs for a while, then we added Matthew Dupree on drums and vocals and Joshua Ginder on guitar, and I knew we had stumbled onto something really special. For our upcoming show at The Tarkington, we’ll have some special guests joining us, with Fred Miller on guitar, Melissa Gallant on harp, D’yshe Mansfield singing background vocals and Shannon Kaminski tap dancing.” The group has performed in venues such as The Mousetrap and Jazz Kitchen and played at festivals and parks concert series. An Indianapolis resident, Reynolds graduated from Broad Ripple High

Teresa Reynolds will perform in the Local Mix Music Series. (Photo courtesy of Ramon Jackson)

School in 1999. After graduating from Ball State University, she moved to New York City to pursue theater. “I had just gotten a degree in acting from BSU, so when I arrived in the city, I hit the ground running,” she said. “I was cast in a show, ‘Platanos and Collard Greens,’ which was featured in the New York Times and became the longest-running off-Broadway show starring a minority cast. Later, I wrote, produced and directed theater and sketch comedy, but then music fell into my lap.” During her 14 years in NYC, she performed regularly with David Ippolito, known as That Guitar Man, who played weekly concerts in Central Park. “The New York Times called him the most famous person you’ve never heard of,” Reynolds said. “He could be playing for a few hundred people to a 1,000. I started singing with him in

2009 and performed with him until I left.” Reynolds also traveled and sang backing vocals for Gloria Gaynor for four years starting in 2014. “Performing with Gloria Gaynor was incredible,” Reynolds said. “One of my first gigs with her was in Buenos Aires, Argentina, in front of 10,000 people, and I was pinching myself the whole time. Sharing the stage with her, Chaka Khan and Nile Rodgers on New Year’s Eve in Dubai was one of the greatest thrills of my life.” Reynolds returned to Indianapolis in 2018. “After being in Indianapolis for several years, I’ve finally gotten back into theater again with the Indianapolis Black Theatre Co. and just wrote a solo musical, ‘Facing It Face to Face with Dollface,’ which will be performed as part of the Black Solo Festival at the end of the month at the District Theatre in Indianapolis,” she said. Reynolds writes original songs for her band. Her brother, TJ Reynolds, helps with production. “The Slicktones take the live instrumentation, and we make it our own,” she said. “It’s a real team effort.” Reynolds started a small business, Teresa Reynolds Arts & Events, to help boost opportunities for other local artists. “The first big event I did was the For the Culture Fest in 2022,” she said. “It was a free daylong festival celebrating the diversity of music, arts and culture in Indy’s Black community. I’m always looking for chances to collaborate with and uplift the creators I’m surrounded by here in town. One project I’m currently working on is the development of the Crooked Creek Cultural Campus, a brand-new theater, arts and cultural space on the west side of Indianapolis.” Tickets for the concert are $10, or register for the free livestream at thecenterpresents.org.

‘THE MOUSETRAP’ “The Mousetrap” runs through Feb. 15 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards. com. FEINSTEIN’S CABARET “Dueling Pianos” presented by Brittany is set for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 17 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com. ‘LET’S SING TAYLOR’ “Let’s Sing Taylor: An Unofficial Live Tribute Show” to Taylor Swift is set for 2 and 8 p.m. at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. ‘CELTIC THRONE II’ “Celtic Throne II: Psalter of Ireland,” a fusion of Irish dance, is set for 7 p.m. Jan. 20-21 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For the thecenterpresents.org.

DISPATCH  The Cat announces spring lineup — The Cat has announced its spring theatrical lineup, featuring three productions that showcase the variety of its programming — from youth musical theater to fast-paced comedy and a gripping classic mystery. The youth edition of “Bye Bye Birdie,” presented by The Drama Department, will be held Jan. 23–25. “The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged),” hosted by The Cat, will be presented Feb. 6-7. Agatha Christie’s “And Then There Were None,” presented by the Carmel Apprentice Theater, is set for March 27–April 4. The Drama Department at The Cat also is registering students for its spring semester of classes. For more, visit thecat.biz.

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Actress takes on ‘Heathers’ challenge “I think what is both fun and challenging about being in the ensemble is that you truly get to create your own Courtney Krauter is a longtime fan of character,” McSweeney said. “In the “Heathers The Musical.” ensemble, you kind of “When I heard Footget to create new shoes lite was putting it on, I to step into rather than had to go audition,” said taking made and worn Krauter, a Broad Ripple shoes and stepping into resident who grew up in those. The Young RepubCarmel. licanette has been fun Krauter plays Heather to create because she Krauter McSweeney Duke in Footlite Musiis a featured ensemble cals’ production of “Heathers member who has a few personThe Musical” Jan 16-25 at 1847 ality traits given to her, such as a Alabama St., Indianapolis. tennis playing, student-council “Genuinely, the best part has type. You see the tennis portion been being part of the Heathers in my costume and some of the and getting to play a character student-council type in how I that is so (different) from what I carry myself on stage. With that actually am,” Krauter said. “This information, I am able to create Rodriguez is my first time playing a mean the rest of my character with girl character. It’s been fun to make her how she might react to things, interact campy and silly at the same time. The with other students or teachers. other Heathers I get to work with have “My sister had a theater professor been fantastic. It’s been so fun to get to that always encouraged her students to work closely with them.” think of their character development Krauter, a 2017 Herron High School as you, plus — meaning, be yourself graduate, is appearing in her first Footwhile adding the traits of who you are lite musical. The 2021 Indiana Universiplaying on stage. That is something I try ty graduate performed in an a cappella to take with me for each show. People group and sketch comedy group in who know me well will see the sparks college. of Kerrigan while also seeing moments “This is only my second show that where I’m the polar opposite of who I I’ve done since graduating,” said Krautreally am.” er, who was in Civic Theatre’s producThis is the third Footlite production of “Joseph and the Amazing Techtion for McSweeney, an Indianapolis nicolor Dreamcoat” last year. resident. Kerrigan McSweeney, a 2018 Fishers Kierre Rodriguez, a 2021 Fishers High High School graduate, plays the role of School graduate and Fishers resident, Young Rebublicanette in the ensemble. also is in the ensemble as a Stoner Girl. By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

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a parking spot? Good luck. But we might pursue a different future. Carmel can reestablish itself as the leader among Indy’s suburbs by prioritizing alternatives to car trips. A year-round version of our charming holiday trolley is a start. It teases for a few weeks each winter how seamless trips to and from our urban core could be. Imagine leaving the car at home and skipping the parking search. Cities smaller than ours have implemented alternatives to car trips that save folks time and money while sparking the kind of developments we need — namely, those close to a variety of transportation options, walkable areas and bike paths — to ensure the holiday traffic of late doesn’t become the norm. Dakota Crawford, Carmel

New wheel tax a predictable result Editor, Carmel recently passed a wheel tax, claiming the city does not have enough money to maintain and repair its roads. While that may be true today, it is not an accident — it is the predictable result of decisions made over many years by the mayor, city council and the Carmel Redevelopment Commission. Carmel has aggressively used tax increment financing to subsidize development. Under TIF, when development increases property values, the new property tax revenue is diverted away from the city’s general fund and committed to development projects, often for decades. These decisions are approved by the CRC and enabled by the city council, with the mayor’s support. The result is less money available for basic services like road maintenance, even as new

development increases traffic and accelerates wear on existing roads. This situation is not caused by Senate Enrolled Act 1. That law applies statewide, and many Indiana communities are maintaining their roads without imposing a new local tax. Carmel’s funding shortfall is the result of local policy choices — specifically, how much future tax revenue city leadership chose to commit to development incentives. When large portions of a city’s tax base are locked into TIF districts, fewer dollars are left for core responsibilities. Rather than reevaluating those priorities or reducing reliance on subsidies, city leadership has chosen to shift the burden to residents through a new tax. This isn’t about opposing growth. It’s about accountability. Andy Potts, Carmel

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Laws of average Commentary by Terry Anker January is laden with annual retrospectives listing those who have passed during the last calendar year. The lists’ popularity stands as testimony to the role that the famous, and infamous, hold in our collective culture. We are saddened to learn that our favorite Mouseketeer, whom we’ve not seen in anything for 40 years, has passed, aged 79. It reminds us, perhaps, of our own mortality, all the while sweetened by a bit of nostalgia. Like us, most have lived long and storied lives with rises and falls, career-ending moves and resurrecting ones, and all the personal drama that one can fit into just under a century. But some on the list, too many, really, die shockingly young. Cancer and accidents are often held as causation, but so are suicide and self-destructive drug use. How can this be? How can those, NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket No. PZ-2025-00256 SUA Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 26th day of January, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Square, 2nd Flr, Carmel, Indiana 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Special Use Amendment to expand an existing building greater than 10% of the existing gross floor area. With the property being known as 4770 E MAIN ST, CARMEL, IN 46033. The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2025-00256 SUA. The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Parcel Number: 16-10-29-00-00-004.001. The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents – Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given opportunity to be heard at the abovementioned time and place. Petitioner: Christ Community Church

with what seems to be so much, value their lives so little? Although the objective here is not to provide an assessment of the growing concerns around mental health globally, but if our basic needs are met, why aren’t we content? If someone is only occasionally unfaithful to their partners, we rarely call them faithful. Are consistency and predictability undervalued? If we have so much of some, can’t we overlook those things that are missing? No doubt, life is not measured as an average, but would we be happier if it were?

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket No. PZ-2025-00255 V Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: Install sigange for second floor tenants at ground level. With the property being known as 12-20 W. Main St., Carmel, IN 46032. The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2025-00255 V. The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: 16-09-25-12-02-019.00, 1609-25-12-02-020.00, 16-09-25-12-02-021.00 The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. PETITIONER: Amy Cox, Turnkey Communities

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Plan 26-01 Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana, will receive sealed proposals for the above-described “Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Plan” via the City’s e-Procurement Portal, https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/carmelin, until 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such proposals will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late proposals will be accepted. All proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the Request for Proposals (RFP) located on the City’s website above. The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Professional services consultant to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan for the City of Carmel. The Comprehensive Safety Action Plan will include strategies for managing traffic flow, reducing congestion, and improving driver behavior through education, enforcement, and traffic control measures. Evaluating intersection design, identifying necessary traffic control devices, and establishing designated crosswalks can help improve safety for both motorists and pedestrians. The firm shall be qualified to perform engineering work on federal aid projects. Department:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket No. PZ-2025-00274 V Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the Carmel City Hall, 2nd Floor Council Chambers Room, 1 Civic Sq, Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: OE Flora LLC is requesting a variance from Exhibit H, item IV in Flora PUD Ordinance Z-676-22. Building Requirements Applicable to Courtyard Home Area, subsection C.1 to reduce the minimum setback from main building front façade from 8’ to 4’-6”. For 10 Lots: Flora on Spring Mill subdivision, Lots 88-90 and 115-121. With the property being known as: 9914 Cassia Dr, Lot 88. 9904 Cassia Dr, Lot 89. 9894 Cassia Dr, Lot 90. 560 Greenery Dr, Lot 121. 572 Greenery Dr, Lot 120. 584 Greenery Dr, Lot 119. 596 Greenery Dr, Lot 118. 608 Greenery Dr, Lot 117. 620 Greenery Dr, Lot 116. 632 Greenery Dr, Lot 115. The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2025-00274 V. The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Flora on Spring Mill subdivision, Lots 88-90 and 115-121. Tax ID parcel numbers: 17-13-10-00-03-088.000, 17-13-10-00-03-089.000, 17-13-10-00-03-090.000 and 17-13-10-00-03-115.000, 17-13-10-00-03-116.000, 17-13-10-00-03-117.000, 17-13-10-00-03-118.000, 17-13-10-00-03-119.000, 17-13-10-00-03-120.000, 17-13-10-00-00-032.000. The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. OE Flora LLC PETITIONERS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket Nos. PZ-2025-00260 V and PZ-2025-00261V NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer will conduct a meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the Carmel City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor Caucus Room, One Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032, to hold a Public Hearing regarding an application identified by Docket Numbers PZ-2025-000260 V and PZ-2025-00261 V (collectively the “Requests”). The property that is the subject of the Requests is located at 431 1st Avenue NE, Carmel, Indiana 46032 (CW Weidlers, Lot 5) and per the Office of the Auditor of Hamilton County, Indiana, has a Tax Parcel Identification Number of 16-10-30-05-02-021.001 (the “Real Estate”). The Real Estate is zoned R-3/Residence and is within the Old Town Character Sub-Area. The Applicant is seeking the below described development standards variance in order to construct a custom residential home on the Real Estate: 1. PZ-2025-00260 V – UDO Section 3.64(C)(3): Maximum 45% lot coverage allowed; 58% requested 2. PZ-2025-0261 V – UDO Section 3.64(C)(11): Building shall not exceed the height of the tallest dimension of the nearest two Character Buildings by more than 7-ft, 27-ft building height would be permitted; 33-ft requested The Requests may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents – Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the proposal, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. ATTORNEY FOR APPLICANT WEDGWEOOD BUILDING COMPANY, LLC Fredric Lawrence, Attorney Jon Dobosiewicz, Professional Land Planner Nelson & Frankenberger, LLC 11350 N. Meridian Street, Suite 320 Carmel, IN 46032 Phone: (317) 844-0106 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY OF CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket Nos. PZ-2025-00257 V and PZ-2025-00259V NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer will conduct a meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. at the Carmel City Hall, Council Chambers, 2nd Floor Caucus Room, One Civic Square, Carmel, IN 46032, to hold a Public Hearing regarding an application identified by Docket Numbers PZ-2025-000257 V and PZ-2025-00259 V (collectively the “Requests”). The property that is the subject of the Requests is located at 425 1st Avenue NE, Carmel, Indiana 46032 (CW Weidlers, Lot 4) and per the Office of the Auditor of Hamilton County, Indiana, has a Tax Parcel Identification Number of 16-10-30-05-02-021.000 (the “Real Estate”). The Real Estate is zoned R-3/Residence and is within the Old Town Character Sub-Area. The Applicant is seeking the below described development standards variance in order to construct a custom residential home on the Real Estate: 1. PZ-2025-00257 V – UDO Section 3.64(C)(3): Maximum 45% lot coverage allowed; 58% requested 2. PZ-2025-0259 V – UDO Section 3.64(C)(11): Building shall not exceed the height of the tallest dimension of the nearest two Character Buildings by more than 7-ft, 27-ft building height would be permitted; 31-ft requested The Requests may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents – Laserfiche. 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NOTICE TO BIDDERS Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: Raised Crosswalk Improvements - Gray Road and Hazel Dell Roundabouts 24-ENG-07b1 Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana, will receive sealed bids for the above-described “Raised Crosswalk Improvements - Gray Road and Hazel Dell Roundabouts” via the City’s e-Procurement Portal, https://procurement.opengov. com/portal/carmelin, until 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted. All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to the bidder. The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Construction of raised crosswalks at existing roundabouts 116th Street & Gray Road, 126th Street & Gray Road, Main Street & Gray Road, 116th Street & Hazel Dell Parkway, 126th Street & Hazel Dell Parkway, and Cherry Creek & Hazel Dell Parkway. Installation of storm sewer, full depth patching, replacement of curb and gutter, and sidewalk are necessary for the construction of the raised crosswalks at these intersections. Contract Documents and drawings for the Project can be found in this solicitation and the attachments section. Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents. This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel. A Non-Mandatory pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 1:00 pm at Caucus Room, One Civic Sqaure, Carmel, IN 46032 and offered virtually. Virtual meeting instructions available on the City’s e-Procurement Portal. For accommodations needed by persons with disabilities planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the City of Carmel,Engineering, at (317) 571-2400 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto. No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of sixty (60) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals. The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than sixty (60) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 36-1-12. Contract will be awarded to the lowest and responsive and responsible bidder. Department:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket No. PZ-2025-00251V Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: UDO: Section 2.12 35: Maximum lot cover allowed, 42% requested UDO: Section 5.02(C)(7): Minimum swimming pool, its decking or equipment setback must be 3 feet from easement (20 foot easement exists), 8 feet encroachment into the easement requested (11 feet variance requested) With the property being known as 1853 Braeburn Drive Carmel, IN 46032 The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2025-00251V The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Acreage .35 Section 33, Township 18, Range 3, HIGH GROVE Section 2 Lot 26.. The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. Alisa Cox, C-Ray Pools; Scott And Danielle Stoebig, Petitioners

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket No. PZ-2025-00283 Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: UDO Section 5.02(C)(7): Minimum swimming pool, its decking or equipment setback must be 3 feet from easement (10 foot drainage easement exists), 0 feet encroachment into the easement requested (3 feet variance requested) With the property being known as 13722 Smokey Ridge Overlook Carmel, IN 46033 The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2025-00283 The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Acreage .59 Section 19, Township 18, Range 4, SMOKEY RIDGE Section 3 Lot 59. The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. Alisa Cox, C-Ray Pools; Matthe and Amy Crispin, Petitioners

NOTICE TO BIDDERS Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: Roundabout at 116th Street & Hoover Road 22-ENG-03 Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana, will receive sealed bids for the above-described “Roundabout at 116th Street & Hoover Road” via the City’s e-Procurement Portal, https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/carmelin, until 9:00 am on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted. All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to the bidder. The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: This project consists of constructing a single lane roundabout at the intersection of 116th Street & Hoover Road. This includes HMA pavement, curb and gutter, a shared-use path, an enclosed storm sewer system, lighting, landscaping, water main relocation, and raised crosswalks. Contract Documents and drawings for the Project can be found in this solicitation and the attachments section. Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents. This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel. A Non-Mandatory pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 2:00 pm at Caucus Room, One Civic Sqaure, Carmel, IN 46032 and offered virtually. Virtual meeting instructions available on the City’s e-Procurement Portal. For accommodations needed by persons with disabilities planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the City of Carmel, Engineering, at (317) 571-2400 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto. No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of sixty (60) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals. The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than sixty (60) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 36-1-12. Contract will be awarded to the lowest and responsive and responsible bidder. Department:

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket No. PZ-2025-00262 V and PZ-2025-00264 V Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hal Council Chambers, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Floor, Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: UDO Section 2.10: Maximum 35% lot cover allowed, 37% requested, and UDO Section 5.02 (B)(1): 25-ft setback of an accessory building behind principal building required; Located 5 ft in front of principal building requested With the property being known as 751 Oswego Rd., (Newark, Lot 107) Carmel, IN. 46032 The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2025-00262 V and PZ-2025-00264 V The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Acreage .52. Section 31, Township 18, Range 4, Newark, Lot 107 The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. Thomas E. and Merilee S. Klootwyk PETITIONERS

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CARMEL BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS HEARING OFFICER Docket No. PZ-2025-00254 V Notice is hereby given that the Carmel Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing Officer meeting on the 26th day of January, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1 Civic Sq., 2nd Flr., Carmel, IN 46032, will hold a Public Hearing upon a Development Standards Variance application to: Variance of development standard to request a 31’ X 39 ‘ detached garage (maximum 24 ‘ X 30’ allowed) With the property being known as 2070 St Andrews Circle (Crooked Stick Estates, Lot 33). The application is identified as Docket No. PZ-2025-00254 V. The real estate affected by said application is described as follows: Crooked Stick Estates, Section 2, Lot 33 Instrument Number 1976007288; PB 5, Slides 152-154 The petition may be examined on the City’s website, through Public Documents - Laserfiche. All interested persons desiring to present their views on the above application, either in writing or verbally, will be given an opportunity to be heard at the above-mentioned time and place. Brian and Katherine Conway Petitioners

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