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Board allows partial street closure at 255 Dyer Boulevard for May block party

Hammond City Board of Public Works and Safety · July 29, 2026
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Summary

The board granted permission to block part of 255 Dyer Boulevard on May 9, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for a private birthday party; staff noted adjacent neighbor agreement and asked the organizer to contact parks for picnic tables.

Ernie Dillon requested approval to block off the frontage at 255 Dyer Boulevard on May 9, 2026, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. for a family birthday party. Dillon said the affected neighbor had agreed and that the event would use the parkway for children to play; he estimated about 15 kids would attend.

The board approved the limited closure by voice vote and reminded the organizer to contact the parks department about picnic tables. Staff clarified the boulevard would remain open and that public safety agencies would be notified when the closure date is set.