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City staff says curbside recycling will continue; Tyloson Opportunity Hub on track for fall 2026 and community meeting set for March 6
Summary
City staff told the Gary Common Council that curbside recycling will continue "indefinitely" while the administration works on a longer-term plan; staff also said the Tyloson Opportunity Hub remains on schedule for a fall 2026 opening and reminded residents of a March 6 meeting about the Lake County convention center bid.
City staff reported updates on recycling, the Tyloson Opportunity Hub timeline and outreach for Gary’s bid to host the Lake County Convention Center during the Gary Common Council meeting on Feb. 18.
Ellis Dumas of city staff said the administration will continue curbside recycling service “indefinitely” while staff refine a longer-term alternative. Dumas asked residents to consult gary.gov/recycling for guidance on what can be placed in curbside bins and warned that contaminated loads (for example, greasy pizza boxes) can force an otherwise recyclable load into the trash and raise disposal costs.
Nut graf: The administration cited rising contract costs in 2023 as the reason it sought alternatives but chose to maintain curbside pickup while working on a sustainable plan and education campaign to reduce contamination.
Dumas also gave a schedule update for the Tyloson Opportunity Hub and the city’s outreach around the Lake County Convention Center bid. He said final plans remain on track for an opening by fall 2026, but staff are coordinating to present full design details at a Third District meeting when councilmember Brown can host the event. Separately, Councilwoman Linda Barnes Caldwell announced a community meeting on March 6 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Timothy Church to discuss the convention center proposal; special guests include Mayor Eddie Melton and Hard Rock Casino president Matt Shuford.
Ending: City staff asked residents to report recycling pickup issues to (219) 881-1311 and to review gary.gov/recycling for details; officials said they will publicize the Tyloson timeline and hold the design presentation at a district meeting when scheduled.
