Mayor Greg Ballard will once again recognize Indianapolis residents for their volunteer contributions and commitment to community service with the 2010 Mayor's Community Service Awards.
"Our city is known for the spirit of community and giving. Our residents give of their time and talent for causes that continually better our community," said Mayor Ballard. "It is through the tireless work and positive contributions of so many of our resident volunteers that continue to make Indianapolis a wonderful place to call home."
The Mayor's Community Service Awards, a prestigious honor given by the Mayor's Office, aims to recognize the positive impact of residents for the overall betterment of the community. Marion County residents may be nominated in one of several categories including: Arts, Business, Church, Education, Elderly, Health/Hospitals, Media, Neighborhood, Philanthropy, Special Needs, Sports, and Youth Services.
Mayor Ballard will honor the award recipients at a special ceremony in the fall of 2010. The names of each recipient will be engraved on individual bricks to be placed at the Mayor's Volunteer Plaza on the Downtown Canal basin.
Nominations for the 2010 Mayor's Community Service Awards are open to those residing in Marion County and will be accepted through Friday, August 27, 2010. Contact Douglas Hairston at DHairsto@indy.gov for more information.
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Cultural Trail Meeting
A reminder of the upcoming public meeting for the Indianapolis Cultural Trail. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 24, from 6-8 p.m. at the Fountain Square Theater Building. Everyone is welcome. ICT representatives will be there to provide the latest updates on the Southeast Corridor (Virginia Avenue) and take your questions.
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
Indy Peace Day
Please join us for Indy Peace Day on Saturday, September 11 at Riverside Park, 2420 East Riverside Drive. The day will be kicked off with the annual Riverside Civic League parade at 11:00 a.m. Immediately after the parade we invite you to join with us to form a human peace sign to demonstrate our commitment to peace. Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy local entertainment including drummers, dancers and singers.
Indy Peace Day, sponsored by Indianapolis Weed & Seed communities, the City of Indianapolis, Riverside Civic League and Peace in the Streets, is a unified day of peace when we will work together to inspire citizens to choose peace and humanity above hostility, to strive for the end of all violence against every man, woman and child in Indianapolis, and to actively embrace Peace in the Streets.
For more information visit www.indypeaceday.org.
Indy Peace Day, sponsored by Indianapolis Weed & Seed communities, the City of Indianapolis, Riverside Civic League and Peace in the Streets, is a unified day of peace when we will work together to inspire citizens to choose peace and humanity above hostility, to strive for the end of all violence against every man, woman and child in Indianapolis, and to actively embrace Peace in the Streets.
For more information visit www.indypeaceday.org.
Public Hearing to Discuss Proposed IndyGo 2011 Budget
WHAT: IndyGo, along with its board of directors, will host a public hearing to discuss and welcome comments on its proposed 2011 budget.
WHEN: Thursday, August 19, 2010, starting at 5 p.m.
WHERE: IndyGo Board Room
1501 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Accessible via IndyGo Route 8
WHO: The media and general public are invited to attend.
ASSOCIATED IndyGo’s proposed 2011 Budget can be downloaded at:
INFO: http://www.indygo.net/PDF/reports/2011_proposed_budget.pdf
WHEN: Thursday, August 19, 2010, starting at 5 p.m.
WHERE: IndyGo Board Room
1501 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, IN 46222
Accessible via IndyGo Route 8
WHO: The media and general public are invited to attend.
ASSOCIATED IndyGo’s proposed 2011 Budget can be downloaded at:
INFO: http://www.indygo.net/PDF/reports/2011_proposed_budget.pdf
Monday, August 16, 2010
Free job and economic forecast WORKSHOPS
University of Phoenix INDIANAPOLIS CAMPUS Hosts
CNBC News Anchor Erin Burnett and CareerBuilder’s Rosemary Haefner
to provide keynote address
WHAT: University of Phoenix, the largest private accredited University in North America, is partnering with CNBC News Anchor Erin Burnett and CareerBuilder’s Vice President of Human Resources Rosemary Haefner to co-host “Strategies in the New Economy” workshops. The workshops hosted by University of Phoenix’s Indianapolis Campus will provide attendees support tools and information to help adapt to the ever-changing job market, and to help people land not just a job, but a career in today’s economy.
WHERE: 7999 Knue Rd., Suite 150, Indianapolis, IN 46250
WHEN: Wednesday, August 18, 2010
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
The evening will include the following workshops:
“The Financial Side of the New Economy” and “Jobs in the New Economy”: CNBC’s Erin Burnett and CareerBuilder’s Rosemary Haefner will discuss the current state of the new economy, from its overall financial implications to how attendees can secure a career in today’s economy. (Session is prerecorded and delivered via video).
“Where the Jobs Are”: University of Phoenix faculty member David Lantz will provide a local view of the Indianapolis employment landscape with localized job data provided by CareerBuilder.
“Resume Writing & Interview Skills”: University of Phoenix faculty member LaToya Carson will provide a practical presentation with tools to help attendees prepare for their next career search.
“Alumni Corner”: Nick Carter, creator and president of software company AddressTwo, will be on hand to discuss how the University has shaped his career and what companies are looking for in future employees. Carter graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Marketing in 2005 from University of Phoenix Indianapolis.
WHO: “Strategies in the New Economy” workshops are free and open to the public. Space is limited, so attendees need to RSVP to http://uopxindianapolis.eventbrite.com by August 17, 2010. More information can be found at phoenix.edu/openhouse.
“It is extremely important to the Indianapolis community that we provide this useful information in an effort to change and improve the economic landscape,” said Anne Gillespie, State Vice President of Indiana campuses. “Our Indiana campuses are leaders in providing hands-on, real-life educational experiences to local communities, and these free workshops are a great example of that.”
CNBC News Anchor Erin Burnett and CareerBuilder’s Rosemary Haefner
to provide keynote address
WHAT: University of Phoenix, the largest private accredited University in North America, is partnering with CNBC News Anchor Erin Burnett and CareerBuilder’s Vice President of Human Resources Rosemary Haefner to co-host “Strategies in the New Economy” workshops. The workshops hosted by University of Phoenix’s Indianapolis Campus will provide attendees support tools and information to help adapt to the ever-changing job market, and to help people land not just a job, but a career in today’s economy.
WHERE: 7999 Knue Rd., Suite 150, Indianapolis, IN 46250
WHEN: Wednesday, August 18, 2010
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
The evening will include the following workshops:
“The Financial Side of the New Economy” and “Jobs in the New Economy”: CNBC’s Erin Burnett and CareerBuilder’s Rosemary Haefner will discuss the current state of the new economy, from its overall financial implications to how attendees can secure a career in today’s economy. (Session is prerecorded and delivered via video).
“Where the Jobs Are”: University of Phoenix faculty member David Lantz will provide a local view of the Indianapolis employment landscape with localized job data provided by CareerBuilder.
“Resume Writing & Interview Skills”: University of Phoenix faculty member LaToya Carson will provide a practical presentation with tools to help attendees prepare for their next career search.
“Alumni Corner”: Nick Carter, creator and president of software company AddressTwo, will be on hand to discuss how the University has shaped his career and what companies are looking for in future employees. Carter graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Marketing in 2005 from University of Phoenix Indianapolis.
WHO: “Strategies in the New Economy” workshops are free and open to the public. Space is limited, so attendees need to RSVP to http://uopxindianapolis.eventbrite.com by August 17, 2010. More information can be found at phoenix.edu/openhouse.
“It is extremely important to the Indianapolis community that we provide this useful information in an effort to change and improve the economic landscape,” said Anne Gillespie, State Vice President of Indiana campuses. “Our Indiana campuses are leaders in providing hands-on, real-life educational experiences to local communities, and these free workshops are a great example of that.”
FALL INTO FUN WITH INDY PARKS CLASSES, PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES, EVENTS
Indy Parks' Fall Fun Guide available; registration begins Friday
INDIANAPOLIS - (Aug. 12, 2010) Sign up for fall programs with Indy Parks starting this Friday! The 2010 Fall Fun Guide is now available at www.indyparks.org and your nearest family center or Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library branch. Get the latest program schedules, park events and holiday gatherings at Indy Parks facilities. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13. Online registration now available at www.indyparks.org! Or you can register by calling 327-PARK or sending in the registration form on page 69 of the 2010 Fall Fun Guide.
Indy Parks offers a broad variety of programs for all ages and interests. Shape your own pot or vase on the pottery wheel at Broad Ripple Park, learn to swim at Krannert Park's indoor aquatic center, take a hayride at Southeastway Park, ice skate at Perry Park Ice Rink or meet a raptor at Eagle Creek Park!
Indy Parks distributes three Fun Guides each calendar year:
Winter/Spring, Summer and Fall. For more information on Indy Parks
programs and activities, please visit www.indyparks.org or call
327-PARK.
Bike Indy. Swim Indy. Run Indy.
PLAY INDY!
INDIANAPOLIS - (Aug. 12, 2010) Sign up for fall programs with Indy Parks starting this Friday! The 2010 Fall Fun Guide is now available at www.indyparks.org and your nearest family center or Indianapolis-Marion County Public Library branch. Get the latest program schedules, park events and holiday gatherings at Indy Parks facilities. Registration begins at 8 a.m. Friday, Aug. 13. Online registration now available at www.indyparks.org! Or you can register by calling 327-PARK or sending in the registration form on page 69 of the 2010 Fall Fun Guide.
Indy Parks offers a broad variety of programs for all ages and interests. Shape your own pot or vase on the pottery wheel at Broad Ripple Park, learn to swim at Krannert Park's indoor aquatic center, take a hayride at Southeastway Park, ice skate at Perry Park Ice Rink or meet a raptor at Eagle Creek Park!
Indy Parks distributes three Fun Guides each calendar year:
Winter/Spring, Summer and Fall. For more information on Indy Parks
programs and activities, please visit www.indyparks.org or call
327-PARK.
Bike Indy. Swim Indy. Run Indy.
PLAY INDY!
Wednesday, August 11, 2010
Mayor’s Action Center Celebrates Milestone DPW Director Makes 50,000th Follow-up Call to Citizen
The Mayor’s Action Center (MAC) celebrated a milestone on Wednesday afternoon, making the 50,000th follow-up call to a citizen who had requested City services. Department of Public Works Director David Sherman was on hand to make the 50,000th call.
Director Sherman spoke with a citizen who had reported 15 chuckholes near the 1800 block of E. Maryland St. During the call, the citizen confirmed that all of the chuckholes had been filled and expressed satisfaction with the services provided by the MAC.
Mayor Greg Ballard has charged members of his administration with finding ways to improve the level of service and ways in which citizens are able to interact with local government. In addition to other efforts to improve performance and efficiency in the MAC, customer service representatives have been making outbound calls since November 2008 to citizens for closure once a service has been rendered. Since the beginning of 2010, the MAC has also achieved an average abandoned-call rate of less than 2.5 percent.
“We are excited to have Director Sherman join us for the 50,000th call as we continue our commitment to pursuing ways to improve quality and service to individuals and neighborhoods,” said Director of Constituent Services, Sarah Taylor. “With great support from Mayor Ballard, we have made significant strides in this effort thanks to the hard work of our customer service representatives and improvements in technology, allowing us to streamline services and find efficiencies.”
Citizens are able to report problems or request City services by calling the MAC at 327-4MAC (4622) during operating hours (Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) or submitting a request for service online anytime through RequestIndy at www.indy.gov/mac.
Director Sherman spoke with a citizen who had reported 15 chuckholes near the 1800 block of E. Maryland St. During the call, the citizen confirmed that all of the chuckholes had been filled and expressed satisfaction with the services provided by the MAC.
Mayor Greg Ballard has charged members of his administration with finding ways to improve the level of service and ways in which citizens are able to interact with local government. In addition to other efforts to improve performance and efficiency in the MAC, customer service representatives have been making outbound calls since November 2008 to citizens for closure once a service has been rendered. Since the beginning of 2010, the MAC has also achieved an average abandoned-call rate of less than 2.5 percent.
“We are excited to have Director Sherman join us for the 50,000th call as we continue our commitment to pursuing ways to improve quality and service to individuals and neighborhoods,” said Director of Constituent Services, Sarah Taylor. “With great support from Mayor Ballard, we have made significant strides in this effort thanks to the hard work of our customer service representatives and improvements in technology, allowing us to streamline services and find efficiencies.”
Citizens are able to report problems or request City services by calling the MAC at 327-4MAC (4622) during operating hours (Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) or submitting a request for service online anytime through RequestIndy at www.indy.gov/mac.
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