Merrillville is Indiana's largest town, and with that distinction comes both challenges and opportunities. Like every community, we face issues such as speeding, distracted driving, traffic congestion, aging infrastructure, blighted properties, and the need to continually improve our roads and neighborhoods. At the same time, we must remain competitive in attracting and retaining police officers,... Continue Reading →

At tonight’s regular meeting of the Merrillville Town Council, my fellow council members and I unanimously approved a one-year moratorium on future data center project approvals in the Town of Merrillville.This decision was not made because anyone is opposed to technology, economic development, or future investment. In fact, Merrillville has already been approached by four... Continue Reading →

I have served on the Town Council for 18 and a half years as the residents of Merrillville’s Ward 5 have placed their trust in me to serve them on the Town Council. That trust is something I have never taken lightly. Every vote I cast and every project I evaluate comes down to one... Continue Reading →

As your Merrillville Town Council President, I believe residents deserve honesty and transparency when it comes to the financial challenges facing our town and communities across Indiana. The recent push by the State of Indiana to cut property taxes may sound appealing on the surface, but the reality for local government is much more complicated.Property... Continue Reading →

Merrillville Town Council Takes Formal Action on ICE Detention Facility Proposal Last night, the Merrillville Town Council took an important and decisive step on an issue that has generated significant concern and conversation throughout our community. By formal vote, the Council adopted Resolution No. 26-02, a resolution unequivocally opposing the placement of a U.S. Immigration... Continue Reading →

Michael Hicks - the George and Frances Ball Distringuished Professor of Economics and Director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at Ball State University provides this enlighting commentary as it appeared in the Indiana CAPITAL CHRONICLE (January 26, 2026) about this important topic. I hope it helps homeowners understand the impact of the... Continue Reading →

I wanted to continue to keep you updated on the ICE facility rumors about a processing center coming to our town. I write rumor because as of today, it's just that. A rumor. I have written a letter to ICE/DHS and will post what their response is if I hear back. The FBI and even... Continue Reading →

When I first served on the Town Council from 1991 to 2003, things felt far simpler than they do today. Our biggest debates were whether to buy Chevy or Ford police cars, what color the Street Department trucks should be, and how to stretch a modest budget to keep town services running. One major milestone... Continue Reading →