Monthly Archives: July 2019

City Unveils First Zero Emissions Lawnmowers

INDIANAPOLIS — Mayor Joe Hogsett with the Office of Sustainability, Indy Parks and Recreation and the Department of Public Works (DPW) recently unveiled the City’s first zero emissions electric lawnmowers. During the summer months, ground-level ozone can reach high levels, which impacts the amount of work park maintenance teams can … Read More

IMPD Body Worn Camera Technology Trial Begins

INDIANAPOLIS – The body worn camera pilot for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) kicked off July 16, that will see all officers and supervisors on North, East, and Southeast District middle shifts equipped with body worn cameras for 45 days. The technology trial is part of a process to … Read More

IndyPL Unveils “Black History, Indianapolis History” Digital Collection

INDIANAPOLIS — Family photos and memorabilia from generations of Indianapolis families are the latest additions to the Indianapolis Public Library’s growing collection of local historical materials that can be viewed at www.digitalindy.org. The “Black History, Indianapolis History” digital archive is comprised of images from community members that were scanned during … Read More

Code for America Teams with City to Create Innovative Partnership

INDIANAPOLIS — As part of a 2019 fellowship program, the City of Indianapolis and Code for America recently announced an innovative partnership to help formerly incarcerated women successfully reenter society. This program pairs local Code for America Brigade talent with local government, using technology and the principles of delivery-driven government … Read More

Raiders of the Lost Antiques III on July 20

INDIANAPOLIS — Find your treasure at one of the Near Eastside’s antiques, architectural salvage, and thrift stores on Saturday, July 20, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sample local beer, coffee, cider, and snacks during this 3rd annual antiques crawl. Wear your best Indiana Jones outfit and use the hashtag #antiqueraiders2019 … Read More