The City of Gary to Host Community Forum

September 23, 2025

GARY, IN – Mayor Eddie Melton and his team are inviting residents and partners to a Community Forum on October 14, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The event will be held at Indiana University Northwest, Berglund Auditorium, located at 3400 Broadway, Gary, IN 46408.

The forum will provide an opportunity for residents to hear updates directly from the Mayor and his team, as well as various City of Gary departments and sister agencies. Attendees are encouraged to share feedback and engage in a dialogue about the city's progress and future initiatives.

"This forum is an essential part of our commitment to transparency and community engagement," said Mayor Melton. "We are dedicated to building a stronger, more connected Gary, and hearing directly from our residents is critical to that effort. I look forward to a productive evening of dialogue and collaboration."

To ensure all voices are heard, residents with questions for Mayor Melton can submit them in advance by visiting www.gary.gov/feedback. The deadline for online submissions is Tuesday, October 7, 2025.

Residents can register for the event by visiting: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-forum-rsvp-tickets-1665402647149

Media Contact:
Steve Segura

City of Gary, Chief Communication Officer
Ph:219-806-6489
Cell:219-293-0101

www.Gary.gov

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