Power Outage Update

Power Outage Update:  As of 9:00 pm, power has been restored to over 99% of affected customers. We still have 34 separate outages affecting 82 customers. The largest single outage is 30 customers. Many of the remaining outages are individual prop...

Power Outage Update

Power and Light has been working very hard to restore power to all Anderson citizens and is planning to work through the night and expect all power to be restored by tomorrow morning. Community Hospital and St. Vincent Hospital are serving as warming stat...

Power Outage Update

Approximately 2335 customers were without power as of 6:30 PM. Power has been restored to approximately 1,000 more customers since 3 pm. Most of the larger outages (>100 customers) should be restored in the next 8 hours, but more outages are occurring ...

Power Outage Update

Anderson Municipal Light & Power personnel have been working since 4:30 am to repair damage caused by the freezing rain which continues to fall. 7,800 customers have been affected by the 95 power outages, and service has been restored to 3,423 of thos...

Warming Centers Announced

Warming Centers have been announced for those who are in need. The Salvation Army is open from 9 AM to 5 PM. The Christian Center is open from 8 AM to 8 PM. Should the power outages persist into the evening tonight, St. Vincent Hospital Anderson and Commu...

Exciting information about this year's City of Anderson Christmas Season!

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

Bridge Closure Alert

Good Morning Anderson!

The 8th St. Eisenhower Bridge will be closed today through Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. each day.

Please plan accordingly and have a wonderful day!

Healthcare Coverage – Get Covered, Stay Covered

Healthcare Coverage – Get Covered, Stay Covered

Anderson, IN – Healthcare coverage can be easy to ignore - until you need it. “Hoosiers covered by the Healthy Indiana Plan (HIP), Hoosier Healthwise, Medicaid and other Indiana ...

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

The 8th Street Bridge will be closed from October 23rd to the 26th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day.

The reason for the closure is to set the new beams on the south bridge starting on the east end and working their way west. Each day the Contractor will se...

City of Anderson Crews Assist Victims of Hurricane Michael

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr., Chairman of the Board of Public Works David Eicks and the City of Anderson’s Municipal Light & Power director Anthony Pochard sent seven line workers to Tallahassee Florida to assist in restoring power after Hurr...

Water Pollution Control Working on Roadways

Water Pollution Control will have crews on Pitt Street from Ohio to 29^th Street, scraping the sides of the road today. This is in an effort to remove accumulated debris that allows for weeds to grow in the road. Water Pollution Control will be doing multi...

Anderson Police Department Trunk or Treat Announced

City of Anderson Trick or Treat Hours

Mayor Broderick's Fall Break Parks and Recreation Camp Announced

Road Closure Alert

The Water Department is currently working on Cincinnati Avenue between Prospect and Columbus. The road is closed for a short time while repairs are being made. Please be advised and make alternate route arrangements. 

Mayor Renovation of Horne Park

Mayor Broderick's renovation of Horne Park located at 7th and John St. began! The improvements on the park will include a new shelter house, a picnic table, a 3 bay swing, a grill, a typhoon slide, a bumblebee spring rider, and park benches. The newly ren...

Road Closure Alert

Central Avenue is currently closed between 21st and 23rd Streets. The Water Department is performing repairs and will open Central Avenue again once they have completed their work today. Please use caution in the area.

Update on the Lafayette Treatment Plant

The new Lafayette Treatment Plant continues under construction. It will replace Anderson's old treatment plant. The new facility will enable the city to continue to provide safe drinking water to our citizens.

Mayor Broderick toured the plant today and exp...

Road Closure Alert

The Water Department is making repairs on West 2nd Street between Sherman Street and John this morning. West 2nd is currently closed. Please use caution in the area and consider an alternate route. 

Invitation to the Mayor's Ball

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. formally invites you to the 3rd Annual Mayor's Charity Ball supporting our Anderson students and teachers. Last year, the Mayor's Charity Ball gave over $40,000 to 40 deserving educators in our community for projects outside th...

Weather Alert Siren Maintenance

Sirens to be Tested this Week

Weather Alert Sirens: This week, a SCHEDULED ANNUAL MAINTENANCE OF WEATHER SIRENS will be taking place throughout the city. Crew(s) will be visiting all siren sites. You may hear a short activation (3-5 seconds) of the Weather Siren Alert as they...

Soroptimist Workshop: The Girls, Dream It: Be It

Road Closure Alert

Silver Street between Willow and Ames is temporarily closed while the Water Department works on the area. This is a temporary closure that will be re-opened yet today.

2018 AndersonTown Powwow Cancelled Due to Weather

The Andersontown Powwow and Indian Market for Saturday and Sunday September 8 & 9 has been cancelled due to severe weather and the likelihood of lightning in the area. The safety of attendees, dancers, vendors, presenters and volunteers always comes f...

Swingin' For SIDS Charity Golf Tournament

City of Anderson Mulch Giveaway

Don't forget that the City of Anderson Mulch Giveaway began August 20th! As a way of showing appreciation for the recycling efforts of Anderson citizens, the Water Pollution Control Utility will give away mulch to Anderson residents. The mulch that is bei...

Parks and Rec Football Program

^{Don't forget to register for the Parks and Recreation Department Football League!! Our Park Department will be taking registrations Friday evening at the Anderson High school football game and at Pulaski Park Saturday morning from 10am-Noon} 

City of Anderson Donates Police Car to Ivy Tech Community College

City of Anderson Donates Police Car to Ivy Tech Community College

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr., Chief Tony Watters and the City of Anderson Police Department donated a surplus city police car that became available as a result of the recent replace...

Anderson Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention

Anderson Out of the Darkness Walk for Suicide Prevention

Saturday September 8th, at the Anderson Speedway. 

Visit afsp.org/anderson for more information and to start a team or join one. You can be a virtual walker too. Food starts at 11 AM along wi...

City Mulch Give-Away Announced

City Mulch Give-Away Announced

ANDERSON, IN – Mayor Thomas J. Broderick Jr. announces the City of Anderson Mulch Giveaway. As a way of showing appreciation for the recycling efforts of Anderson citizens, the Water Pollution Control Util...

UNITED WAY AND CARTER EXPRESS CHALLENGE THE COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN 5th ANNUAL UNITED WAY HUMAN

Saturday, September 8th – 10 am at Hoosier Park

UNITED WAY AND CARTER EXPRESS CHALLENGE THE COMMUNITY TO PARTICIPATE IN 5th ANNUAL UNITED WAY HUMAN TRUCK PULL

Saturday, September 8^th – 10 am at Hoosier Park

ANDERSON, IN – United Way of Madison County and Carter Expr...

APD Greenbriar Block Party

Mayor announces free admission and new hours of the Anderson Southside Pool

Mayor announces free admission and new hours of the Anderson Southside Pool

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. has announced free admission to Anderson Southside Pool for the remainder of the summer season beginning Tuesday, July 31st. Additionally, due...

Road Closure Alert

Fletcher Street between 13th and 14th Streets is currently closed for repairs. Please use caution in that area and choose an alternate route.

Road Closure Alert

Brown Delaware is currently closed between 10th Street and 11th Street for repair by the Water Department. Please make alternate route arrangements.

Road Closure Alert

There is a street closure on Madison Ave. between 6th and 7th Streets due to a water leak. Please plan accordingly.

Save the Date: Mayor's Ball 2018

Aviation Day

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update- Closure

First half of project complete Thursday, July 5th

The first half of the bridge is near completion!

Thursday, July 5th, the 8th Street bridge will be closed from 7am to 5pm for a traffic shift. The contractor will be working to move traffic from the old bridge to the new bridge. The signal at 8th...

Mayor Broderick surveys Eisenhower Bridge Progress

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr, and Deputy Mayor David Eicks took a look at the nearly completed first half of the Eisenhower Bridge today. The first half of the bridge is scheduled to be completed next week.

Anderson Fire Department Hires New Firefighters

Anderson Fire Department Hires New FirefightersANDERSON, IN - Mayor Thomas J. Broderick, Jr. and Chief David Cravens have announced the city will bewelcoming new firefighters to the Anderson Fire Department. After an in-depth application process, the city...

Road Closure Alert

CSX Railroad Track Work

CSX will close the track on Meridian Street from 14th to 16th Street on Monday, June 18th through Friday, June 22, 2018. Please be aware and make alternate travel arrangements. 

Mayor Announces the Reopening of the Anderson Southside Pool.

Mayor Announces the Reopening of the Anderson Southside Pool.

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. has announced that the City of Anderson Parks Department will be reopening the newly renovated Anderson Southside Pool for the summer season and that it wil...

Annual Independence Parade and Community Celebration

Mayor Broderick presents details of the parade and celebration

Annual Independence Parade and Community Celebration

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. and The City of Anderson are pleased to bring you the Annual Independence Parade and Community Celebration. This year’s theme is ...

Summer Camp Announced

APD Walnut Street Block Party

Annual Independence Parade and Community Celebration

IMPA Alert to Local Scam Effort

IMPA Alert to Local Scam Effort

ANDERSON – IN – Today, the City of Anderson issued the following alert to area residents and businesses that are customers of the department.

Some residents and businesses within IMPA member comm...

UNITED WAY OF MADISON COUNTY NAMES 2018 CAMPAIGN CHAIR

UNITED WAY OF MADISON COUNTY NAMES 2018 CAMPAIGN CHAIR

ANDERSON, IN – Noah Rosen, President of Kleenco Maintenance and Construction, will serve as Campaign Chair for the 2018 United Way campaign in Madison County.

Rosen, a dedicated suppo...

Little 500 Festival Hot Rods & Classics Car Show

People’s choice, judges choice and top 20 among prizes offered.

Roads Paved This Week

Roads paved this week

20^th street from Madison Ave. to Hendricks 04/25/18

21^st street from Madison Ave. to Sherman Street 04/26/18

Fairview from 17^th to 19^th is prepped and ready to be paved on Monday April 30^th

We are currently prepping the following streets...

Road Closure Alert

College is currently closed between 6th and 7th Street for water repairs. Please re-route and plan accordingly should this affect you. This is a temporary closure.

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

Monday, May 7th, 2018, contractors will be pouring the east half of the bridge deck.

They will be closing the old bridge at 6:00 AM to get things set up. The concrete will arrive at the project at 7:00 AM. The work should be finished and have the old bridg...

Meet & Greet: Summer Art Camp Instructor’s Show at the Anderson Museum of Art

Meet & Greet: Summer Art Camp Instructor’s Show at the Anderson Museum of Art

Stop in to meet and greet our Summer Art Camp instructors! Galleries will be open late on Thursday, May 3^rd from 5:00 – 6:30 for an opening rece...

New Equipment Coming to Horne Park

New Equipment Coming to Horne Park

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. has announced that major improvements are coming to Horne Park located on the southwest corner of 7th and John Streets in the City of Anderson. The Board of ...

Anderson Tuesday Night Cruise IN

Join us Downtown at Dickmann Town Center for Anderson's Tuesday Night Meridian Street Cruise-IN. Starting May 1st (weather permitting) 5-9 pm. In collaboration with Hoosier Street Rods & Classics! Call Sid for info: 765-810-6445

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Fire Department Headquarters Nears Completion

Fire Department Headquarters Nears Completion

ANDERSON, IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. and Fire Chief Dave Cravens announced today that the inside renovations for the Anderson Fire Department Headquarters are near completion. It is expected tha...

Anderson Community Park Nominations Being Accepted

The City of Anderson Park and Recreation Board will be accepting nominations for community leaders to be honored this summer at the Anderson Community Park, located immediately southwest of the Madison Avenue and Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Mayor Thomas...

Mayor Broderick Announces Citywide Cleanup Honoring Rev. J.T. Menifee

Mark your calendars now for The City of Anderson Citywide Clean up honoring Rev. J. T. Menifee, on May 12th, 2018. Gather together a team from your work, church or club and help us clean up our community. We provide the gloves, vest, trashbags and lunch! ...

**Weather Alert Siren Upgrades/Maintenance**

**Weather Alert Siren Upgrades/Maintenance**The City of Anderson is in the final stages of upgrades to our Weather Alert Sirens. Braniff Communications will be in Anderson, and surrounding areas, April 9th through April 13th. Throughout the week, you may ...

Mayor announces 2018 street paving projects for the City of Anderson

$2.1 Million budgeted for resurfacing

Mayor announces 2018 street paving projects for the City of Anderson

$2.1 Million budgeted for resurfacing

ANDERSON, IN – Mayor Thomas J. Broderick, Jr. announced today the 2018 street paving projects for the city of Anderson. ...

Flash Flood Warning has been Issued

The National Weather Service in Indianapolis has issued a* Flash Flood Warning for... Southern Madison County in central Indiana... Northern Hancock County in central Indiana... Northern Hendricks County in central Indiana... Northern Marion County in cen...

Anderson's Mainstage Theatre 1st Gala Set

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

The Eisenhower Bridge on 8th St. will be setting the new bridge beams on March 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 26th, 27th and 29th.

The east bound lane will be closed on each of these days from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. Emergency vehicles will NOT be able to use the east bound ...

Weather Alert Siren Activation Test Today

Please note that there will be a Weather Alert Siren activation today, March 20, at 10:15 AM. The siren activation will be in conjunction with the Indiana National Weather Service “Severe Weather Preparedness Week.” It is only a test.

Painting Class at the Anderson Museum of Art

Painting Class at the Anderson Museum of Art

Artist Sampson Hunckler is available to guide both new and experienced adult painters. Students will work with acrylic paint on canvas with a variety of subjects and themes. Some paint, brushes, and pa...

Job Fair

There will be a Madison County Hiring Event & Job Fair held at the River Center Place - 222 E. 10th St. in Anderson - on Thursday, March 15 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

 Those seeking employment are asked to dress professionally, bring their st...

Call for Artists: Figures of Speech

Call for Artists: Figures of Speech

All artists, 18 years or older, making art in the Midwest are invited to enter the 7^th annual Figures of Speech competition end exhibition. This is your opportunity to turn classic figures of speech into memora...

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

The crews are currently building the new substructure for the new bridge. The substructure consist of footings, piers, and end bents. Steel piles are drove 40 feet into the ground to reach stiff soils. The steel piles support the weight of the new bridge....

Sweet 16 Roll Out

Mayor’s Charity Ball Recipients Announced

Event raised over $40,000 for local students and teachers

Mayor’s Charity Ball Recipients Announced

Event raised over $40,000 for local students and teachers

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. announced today the teacher recipients of his annual Mayor’s Charity Ball. The event was held during the fall...

Update on Eisenhower Bridge project

The 8th Street Eisenhower Bridge will be closed tomorrow from 9:00 AM to noon.

The water level in White River is once again too high to bring the concrete trucks under the bridge. The contractor is going to close the eastbound lane of the 8th Street Bridge...

Heavy or Large Item Collection in City

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

The crews are currently building the new substructure for the new bridge. The substructure consist of footings, piers, and end bents. Steel piles are driven 40 feet into the ground to reach stiff soils. The steel piles support the weight of the new bridge...

Mayor Announces Actions with CSX to Improve Train Stops and Blockages

Mayor announces actions with CSX to Improve Train Stops and Blockages

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. announced today that he and other city officials have been in discussions and meetings with CSX Transportation officials t...

Keeper of Local History

IHS, IHB reappoint Jackson as Madison County historian

Keeper of Local History

IHS, IHB reappoint Jackson as Madison County historian

INDIANAPOLIS—One of Madison County's best resources for local history will continue to share his understanding of the area's rich traditions and legacy. The Indiana His...

You're invited to Oakley Brothers' Distillery Grand Opening

Road Closure Alert

Road Closure Alert: West 16th Street will be closed today, February 6, 2018, from Laurel Street to Henry Street. The road will be closed until 6 PM this evening for the installation of a sewer line. Please use caution in that area.

Report Pothole Concerns

Every year, our Street Department team works very hard to fill the potholes created during the winter. We assure you pothole patching work is underway. If you would like to help us by reporting a pothole, please use our "Report A Concern" featur...

Raku Pottery at the Anderson Museum of Art

FOR IMMEDIATE PRESS RELEASE

1/30/2018

SUBJECT:   Raku Pottery at the Anderson Museum of Art

CONTACT:  Stephanie Michaels, Anderson Museum of Art, 765-649-1248

              &...

Road Closure Alert

The Water Department has closed East 22nd Street between Franklin and Charles Street temporarily due to necessary repairs. Please use caution when traveling in that area.

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update:

Primco will continue forming the Pier 2 cap and hopes to pour the cap next Friday. The columns at Pier 4 will be poured sometime next week. Primco will start driving the piling at Bent 7 on Wednesday.

Help Struggling Families Avoid Losing Heat this Winter by Giving to the Friend to Friend Program

Help Struggling Families Avoid Losing Heat this Winter by Giving to the Friend to Friend Utility Assistance Fund

Frigid, subzero temperatures and extreme conditions will likely produce some of the largest utility bills in years for local residents. The Fri...

IDEM Recommendation Will Ensure Continued Water Safety

Rigorous Standards of the Safe Drinking Water Act Met In the City of Anderson

IDEM Recommendation Will Ensure Continued Water Safety

Rigorous Standards of the Safe Drinking Water Act Met In the City of Anderson

ANDERSON – The City of Anderson and the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) announced today that...

January Youth Art Club at the Anderson Museum of Art

January Youth Art Club at the Anderson Museum of Art

Art Club sessions will engage the youth in individual and group projects using a variety of mediums. All materials will be provided as well as a light snack. The January Art Club kicks off on J...

Anderson Citywide Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Program

2017 Christmas Parade Float Winners Announced

2017 Christmas Parade Float Winners Announced

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas J. Broderick, Jr. is proud to announce the 2017 Christmas Parade Float Winners. This year’s judges were from The Christian Center, led by their Executi...

Street Closure Alert

The Water Department has temporarily closed East 8th Street between Woodlawn and Rangeline Road in order to make repairs. Please make other travel arrangements and use caution in the area. 

2017 Christmas Celebration and Parade

8th Street Repaving Project Update

Update on 8th Street Repaving Project:

Gridlock will continue placing the pavement markings as weather permits. The bike lane signs are currently being made and will be installed after Thanksgiving.

Traffic update for upcoming demolition of the Eisenhower Bridge

Traffic update for upcoming demolition of the Eisenhower Bridge:

The contractor will begin working on the North half of the Eisenhower bridge on or after Nov 9th. The East bound lanes will not be affected.

The West bound lanes will be detoured at College an...

8th Street Repaving Project Update

This week's updates:

Gridlock will place the longline pavement markings on Monday. Signal Construction will be back on site Tuesday to install signal loops.

Sanders Memorial Disk Golf Course Grand Opening

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

Eisenhower Bridge Project Update

Work to be done this week includes the following: 

Culy will tap the existing water main at connection 2 on Monday. 3D will then complete the tie in at connection 2 and the water will switched to the new water main....

The City of Anderson Begins Replacing Aging Infrastructure

The City of Anderson Begins Replacing Aging Infrastructure

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. and the City of Anderson will hold a groundbreaking for the new Lafayette Treatment Plant on Friday, November 3^rd at 9:00 a.m. at 133...

Road Closure Alert

E&B will start paving Dan Patch Circle at Hoosier Park tomorrow morning around 7:30am to around 2:00pm.

They will need to close the entrances from 38th St. and Charles St. so please be aware that the only entrance open to Hoosier Park will be Virgil Co...

Information on Decrease in Electric Bill

You will soon see a significant decrease in your electric bills. Please take a moment to read this press release from Mayor Broderick and IMPA:

Beginning in 2018, Anderson Municipal Light & Power (AML&P) will see a 5.18% decrease in its electric ra...

City of Anderson Trick or Treat Hours

8th Street Repaving Project Update

E&B is scheduled to complete the approach paving next week. Gridlock will continue laying out the pavement markings next week.

Update on Eisenhower Bridge project

Update on the Eisenhower Bridge Project:

The tapping sleeve for connection 1 is expected to ship on October 31st. Once this sleeve arrives, Culy will tap the existing water main. 3D will then complete the tie in at connection 2 and the water will switch to...

Additional Information Regarding Tonight's Trunk or Treat

PLEASE NOTE:

In case of rain the Trunk or Treat event will be held on the 1st floor of the downtown parking garage across the street from the police department. If it doesn't rain it will be at Dickmann Park as scheduled.

Read on...

Leaf Pick Up Information 2017

Update on Eisenhower Bridge project

Update on Eisenhower Bridge:

3D will continue clearing right-of-way this week. The MJ tapping sleeve for connection 2 is expected to ship on October 31st. Once this sleeve arrives, Culy will tap the existing water main. 3D will then complete the tie in at ...

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. Announces Purchase of New Street Department Trucks

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. announced today that the city is taking possession of three new 2017 Tandem Freightliner dump trucks for use by the Anderson Street Department. In making the announcement, Mayor Broderick stated, “this is part of our ...

Mayor Broderick Announces Annual Trunk or Treat

Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update

Below please find the graphic showing the streets that are currently impacted. All streets are passable but excavator is still at 9th and Arrow.

Read on...

8th Street Repaving Project Update

The week ending October 14th:

E&B wedged surface from Scatterfield to College. Specialties milled 8th St from Main to Brown-Delaware.E&B wedged surface from College to the bridge. Specialties milled 8th Street from Brown-Delaware to Locust.E&B ...

Anderson Education Foundation's First Pumpkin Palooza Fest

AEF needs your talent for their celebrity designer pumpkin silent auction! See below for details and then mark your calendar for a fun fall afternoon!  

Coats of Caring Saturday October 21st, 2017

Mayor Broderick Announces Christmas Celebration and Parade

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. and the City of Anderson will present the City of Anderson 2017 Christmas Celebration and Parade on Saturday, December 2^nd.

The event will begin at 4:00 p.m. with a visit from Santa at Anderson City hall, followed by a musical p...

Greensbranch Sewer RehabilitationUpdate

Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Update

Please note the graphic showing the streets that are currently impacted. The structure at Pit #2 (9^th & Arrow) has been capped with concrete, but is still barricaded causing a road closure on 9^th Street. The str...

Railroad Crossing Closure Alert

Please be advised there will be a road closure and detour for the intersection of 38th and Raible, as CSX RxR will be working on replacing the two grade crossings.

CSX will start work at 7:00 on Monday October 2nd, 2017 and have the crossing down through S...

Anderson Hoosier Park Racing and Casino Hosts the 2017 Breeders Crown

Anderson Hoosier Park Racing and Casino Hosts the 2017 Breeders Crown

ANDERSON – IN – On Friday, October 27 and Saturday, October 28, Hoosier Park Racing & Casino and the City of Anderson will host the 34^th edition of the Breeders C...

Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update

Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update

The structure at Pit #2 (9^th & Arrow) needs to be back filled and capped with concrete, but should be completed sometime this current week. The structure at Pit #1 is scheduled for installation this curr...

Beginning & Intermediate Quilting at The Anderson Museum of Art

SUBJECT:   Beginning & Intermediate Quilting at The Anderson Museum of Art

CONTACT:  Stephanie Cochran, The Anderson Museum of Art,  765-649-1248

              &am...

Anderson Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Update

Please see the graphic showing the streets that will be impacted during the week of 9/18/17. The structure at Pit #3 (9^th & Laurel) has been installed and backfilled allowing 9^th Street to be open except for Pit #2 (9^th & Arrow), which sh...

Mayor Broderick Announces Fall Break Camp

Latinos & Friends Community Celebration

Latinos & Friends Community Celebration

ANDERSON – IN – Latinos & Friends have partnered with The City of Anderson and the Indiana National Guard to present the third annual Latino Welcome Celebration.

The event will take place o...

Update on Anderson Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Project

The bypass pump system is still active so that the Contractor can clean the new sewer prior to post-installation video. After that, the force main lines must be flushed and drained before the system is dismantled. The bypass pump system will be dismantled...

Go Electric Inc. Awarded Advanced Energy Storage Contract for Fort Custer Microgrid Demonstration

Go Electric Inc. Awarded Advanced Energy Storage Contract for Fort Custer Microgrid Demonstration Program

ANDERSON, IN, September 12, 2017 — Go Electric Inc., a provider of advanced energy solutions, announced today it has been awarded a $499,506...

City Hosts HireAnderson Job Fair

City Hosts HireAnderson Job Fair

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. has announced that the City of Anderson will be hosting the HireAnderson Job Fair on September 21, 2017 from 11am to 3pm at the Anderson Mounds Mall. Unemploye...

Benefit Concert Announced for Girls & Boys Club

Temporary Highway Closures

Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) maintenance crews plan to temporarily close sections of state highways in Madison, Hamilton and Hancock counties for a series of culvert pipe replacement projects.

State Road 32 is scheduled to close between Sta...

Flagship East Dedication

Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr., Purdue Polytechnic and Flagship Enterprise Center will present a celebration and technology showcase of the new Purdue Polytechnic building, Flagship East. The dedication will take place on August 25th at 10 a.m. at 1920 Purdu...

Weekly update on Greensbranch Rehabilitation Project

Weekly update on Greensbranch Rehabilitation Project:

Attached please find the graphic showing the streets that will be impacted during the week of 8/21/17. Insituform has mobilized their equipment from Locust Street (between Nichol Avenue and 13th Street)...

Weekly Update on 8th Street Repaving Project

Weekly update on 8th Street repaving project:

E&B will complete the ADA ramps and sidewalk transitions early next week. E&B will complete the full and partial depth patching on Thursday.

Pancake Breakfasts Kick Off United Way 2017 Campaign

PANCAKE BREAKFASTS KICK OFF UNITED WAY 2017 CAMPAIGN 

ANDERSON, IN – United Way of Madison County will kick off its fall campaign season by hosting free pancake breakfasts at the four county farmers market venues.

With this year&...

Geater Center Youth Football Program

Registration is still open! 

When your fees are paid, you will receive the equipment. Pick up dates for equipment are as follows: 

Varsity (5th – 6th grade): Wednesday, August 30th, 6:00 pm at Geater Center

Junior Varsity (3rd &am...

Update on Gas Lines Along Scatterfield Announced

The gas company is doing an update on the gas lines along Scatterfield Rd. from Mounds Rd. to 38th St. starting with a walk through on Monday with the project lasting about 6 months. This will be an important project in order to avoid gas leaks and other ...

Mayor Announces bike lanes on 8th Street

Mayor Announces bike lanes on 8^th Street

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. announced today that during the current repaving of 8^th Street the city will be striping designated areas for shared bike lanes. The shared lanes will ...

APD Belmont Park Block Party

Saturday, August 5th, 2017

City of Anderson Auction

Anderson Fire Department Receives Grant of $281,781

Anderson Fire Department Receives Grant of $281,781

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. and Anderson Fire Chief, David Cravens announced today that the City of Anderson Fire Department has been awarded a grant of $281,781 from t...

Frederick’s Friends Swing Apparatus Dedication

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. and city officials dedicated a Frederick’s Friends swing Friday June 30^th at Shadyside Park.

Kyle and Danielle Dunnichay-Noone, founders of Frederick’s Friends, aw...

APD Jackson Park Block Party

8th Street Repaving Project

The City of Anderson would like to address questions received about the progress on the 8^th Street Paving Project. As stated in our media releases and our social media, in order to repave 8^th Street and make our city a more beautiful place to live and vis...

Flooding In Your Area

Flooding in your Area

Anderson, IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr.  has announced today that due to the large amount of rain and the potential flooding of white river, precaution needs to be taken by citizens to ensure their safety. Mayor ...

8th Street Repaving Project

ANDERSON – IN – The City of Anderson is repaving 8th Street from Rangeline Rd. to Winding Way with crack sealing being laid from Winding Way to Layton Rd.

The project preparation has begun with the repair of our handicap ramps. The cons...

Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Project

ANDERSON – IN – Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr., The City of Anderson Water Department and consultants and contractors are putting together a project in order to rehabilitate the City of Anderson sewer system on the northwest side of the c...

Mayor Broderick Presents Anderson Independence Parade and Community Celebration

July 3, 2017

Mayor Broderick and Parks Department Announces Pool Hours

Greensbranch Sewer Rehabilitation Project Public Meeting Announced

Road Closure Alert

Road Closure Alert: Alexandria Pike will be closed from Lindberg Road to Cross Street.

Project start and stop date & time: Starting 6/6/17 at 8:00am road will be closed until 5:00pm on 6/27/17. 

Contractor: Culy Contracting 

Purpose of ...

Memorial Day Message from Mayor Broderick

Mayor Meets with Neturen SR Management Team in Japan

Many companies around the world are craving the title of being a truly global company. Therefore, many are looking to expand to the US. Mayor Thomas Broderick and his team are taking advantage of this opportunity by actually visiting these companies and t...

21st Century Scholar Program Sign Up Tomorrow

Parents of Anderson Community Schools 7th and 8th graders, sign up TOMORROW Wednesday, May 17, from 12pm-7pm

in the Media Center at Highland Middle School for the 21st Century Scholar Program.

Mayor Broderick Meets with NTN Senior Management in Japan

Mayor Broderick and the Anderson team have been working tirelessly in Japan on behalf of the City of Anderson. They have been meeting with various companies and have recently spent time with NTN Driveshaft. Pictured below are Mayor Broderick, Anderson Cit...

Road Closure Alert

Albert Street will be closed between Scatterfield Road and Elma today in order for the Water Department to work on a project. Please make alternate travel arrangements and have a great day!

Road Closure Alert

Good morning, Anderson! Cross Street is closed between Broadway and Poplar due to work by the Water Department. Please make alternate travel arrangements and have a great Monday!

Anderson Speedway Little 500

Celebrating its 30th Year

It's that time of year again! Anderson Speedway Little 500 is celebrating its 30th year with activities filling the month of may. The festival has raised $2 million for local non-profit charities throughout Madison County. The race takes place on...

23rd Annual Mayor's Cup Grand Prix

Race Moved to Mounds Mall this Year

Mayor Broderick and Parks Department Announce Summer Camp Days

June 5th - July 25th, Monday through Friday 9 AM to 3 PM

Ceramics, Book Binding, & Mug Rugs at The Anderson Center for the Arts

Ceramics, Book Binding, and Mug Rugs at The Anderson Center for the Arts

Deadline to sign up for all three classes is April 1st.

In partnership with East Side Arts, students will learn basic pottery techniques and will be introduced to the wheel in ...Read on...

Sirens to be Tested Tomorrow for Statewide Severe Weather Drill

Please be advised that the City of Anderson will be taking part in the statewide severe weather drill tomorrow.  The sirens will be tested for 3 minutes at 10:10 am and 7:35 pm in conjunction with the statewide tornado drill.

Two Upcoming Classes at The Anderson Center for the Arts

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SUBJECT:         Two Upcoming Classes at The Anderson Center for the Arts

CONTACT:       Stephanie Michaels, The Anderson Center for the Arts 765-649-1248

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ACSC Multicultural Education Department Presents...

Gas pipeline upgrades underway in Anderson

Gas pipeline upgrades underway in Anderson

Anderson, Ind. — Contract crews working for Vectren Energy Delivery (Vectren) have begun replacing gas mains and service lines in Anderson as part of the company’s pipeline replacement program,...

2015 Officer of the Year Award Presented to Shad Grile

This Wednesday, Anderson Police Officer Shad Grile was presented with the 2015 Officer of the Year award by the Indiana Association of Chiefs of Police. The prestigious award speaks to his momentous achievements and the positive community impact derived f...Read on...

Independence Parade Float Applications are Ready!

July 3rd, 2015 is going to be an EXCELLENT day in Anderson! If you'd like to play a part in it by having a float in the parade, follow the link below to download the application. We can't wait!

Business Spotlight: Steve's SRD's Barbershop

Steve Dawson of Steve’s SRD’s Barbershop was sure to make this point: “Anderson’s looking out for me!” Steve is in Anderson’s New Business Spotlight. He is the new Owner and sole Barber at Steve’s SRD’s Barbershop.

After spending 13 years cutting hair ...Read on...

Traffic Box Art Popping Up Throughout Anderson!

Meet Tanner Lemon! Lemon is one of our new traffic box artists in the Traffic Box Program will transform utilitarian objects into splashes of art and beautification throughout our community displaying their talents across Anderson. Lemon's box is downtown...Read on...

Jackson St. Beautification Project to begin this week!

The Jackson St. beautification project will begin this week! The project consists of Green elements, such as street trees, sidewalk planter boxes, brick pavers, and decorative LED street lighting with updated electrical underground service, and communicat...See details here!

See a view of a roundabout to be built in Anderson!

The benefits of roundabouts have been apparent in Europe for decades, but more recently their prevalence in place of traffic lights has rapidly increased on modern American roadways.

Lower speeds and one-way travel make roundabouts a safer option. The...Read on...

Anderson Youth Football Season- Registration Information!

Registration for the upcoming Youth Football season will be
available at the Geater Community Center at 1611 Chase Street.To accommodate parents, office hours have been extended to Monday-Friday from 9AM- 6:30PM.

Last day to register will be Wednesd...Read on...

Anderson Sesquicentennial Logo Contest!

Calling all artists and creative minds! Are you interested in the Anderson Sesquicentennial Logo Contest?! The logo will be used on official sesquicentennial printed and digital documents, promotional material, and displayed at sesquicentennial events. In...Read on...

Colts City and Practice time change!

Colts Camp and Practice times have changed! Colts City is open today from 8:30a-12:30p. Practice is 9am-12pm. Don't forget, player's day off is tomorrow!

1st Annual United Way Human Truck Pull at the Anderson Airport

Saturday, September 20, teams will pull a 17,000 pound semi with a 53 foot trailer for 125 feet as fast as they can at the Anderson Municipal Airport. Prizes and bragging right will be awarded for the fastest team, the most team spirit, and most money rai...Read on...

Back to School Event at Shadyside Park

Free school supplies will be available to those in need at Shadyside Park this Sunday, July 13, from 3pm-6pm. Games and entertainment included!

Jazz on the Greens at Grandview Golf Course

Come to Grandview Golf Course this Saturday, July 12, at 4pm for Jazz on the Greens. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and grab a bite to eat at Rigo's!

Free Friday Night Jam Sessions at Dickmann Town Center

Get ready for some outdoors fun! There will be free concerts at the Dickmann Town Center in downtown Anderson every Friday from July 11-August 15. What a great way to enjoy the summer season and great music right here in your hometown! Food trucks will be...Read on...

Recap of the Shadyside Celebration this past Sunday.

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us! We had a blast and judging by all the smiling faces, so did everyone who attended! The all day event lasted from noon to 11pm and concluded with a fantastic firework show! Click the link to read the...Read Article Here

BEWARE: Utility Scams

Scam Alert:
Utility scams are not a new form on con, but Anderson residents are being further misled. Phone calls from crooks are appearing they are from the "City of Anderson Utilities" on Caller ID. Victims are instructed to send a Money Pak...Read on...

Swim Lessons at South Side Pool!

Sign up for swim lessons this week at the South Side Pool! Classes are from 5:30-6:30 at $25 per child. Call (765) 274-8660 for more info.

Free Family Movie Night this Friday, June 20!

It's time for Free Movie Night at City Hall! Join us this Friday, June 20 at 7pm for a FREE screening of The Lego Movie! Doors open at 6:30 and concessions will be sold. See you there!

Fundraiser for Fire Museum

Old Fire Station #4 is under renovation to become the Madison County Fire Museum. It is located between Andersons two Fire Rescue Homes on W. 3rd street just east of Madison Ave. This Thursday, June 19, Bob Evans will donate 15% of proceeds to fund renova...Read on...

Anderson Black Expo Parade Route

See the Anderson Black Expo parade route above. It begins at 9th and Main St at noon this Saturday, June 14. We'll see you there!

Anderson Black Expo

Anderson is all set for the Anderson Black Expo this weekend! Above is featured events and entertainment. Come enjoy the activities in celebration of cultural diversity in downtown Anderson!

Anderson City Market nominee for A-List's Best Farmer's Market in the Indianapolis Area

Your Anderson City Market is a nominee for this year's "Best Farmer's Market". Click the link below to cast your vote and show your support! Voting ends August 17th. Visit the Anderson Farmer's Market each Saturday from 9am to 1pm at Athletic Pa...Read on...

Historic Tri-Motor Airplane Visits Anderson-Rides Available to Public

Come take a trip back in time to 1929 at the Anderson Municipal Airport! Anderson will host one of the few remaining airworthy Ford Tri-Motors in the world. The Tri-Motor, known at The Tin Goose, was a form of luxury travel. The public will be able to tak...Read on...

Family Relocates to Anderson to Adopt Produce Business

Greg and Joy Beghtel gathered their three children and headed to Anderson for economic promise. The family, originally from Fishers, purchased 5 acres of land on the southwest side of Anderson. The land currently has strawberries, 56 fruit trees, and vari...Read on...

Grants to assist in a Historic Structures Report for Anderson Athletic Pool

The City of Anderson has been awarded a $14,837.50 grant by the Jeffris Heartland Fund, a Wisconsin-based nonprofit organization dedicated to Midwestern historic preservation. This grant will match a $10,000 grant the City of Anderson has already recei...Read on...

AndersonNow for November 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• APL Annual Fur Long Walk
• Anderson Park and Recreation Board and Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr. Honor Community Leaders
• Congratulations Bonny Clark
• Mayor...

AndersonNow for October 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• The Walk to End Alzheimer’s
• Financial Enhancement Group, LLC Ribbon Cutting
• Mayor Recognizes Primrose on their 10th Anniversary
• Fall Leaf P...

AndersonNow for September 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• WWI Monument Moved
• Crystal Coop Grand Opening
• Remodeling of the Old Tower Apartments
• Mayor’s Charity Ball 2018
• Swingin’ For SIDS
• New Fire Truck Dedicat...

AndersonNow for August 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

3rd Annual Mayor’s Charity Ball2018 Repaving ProjectRibbon CuttingsAviation DaysBlight Elimination ProjectCity of Anderson Independence ...

AndersonNow for July 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• Eisenhower Bridge
• Parq on 8th Ribbon Cutting
• Cottages of Anderson Ribbon Cutting
• Commitment to Public Safety
• Mayor Broderick visits NTN
• City of Anderso...

AndersonNow for June 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• Summer Concert Series
• Mayor Broderick recognizes Anderson Rotary Club
• Mayor Broderick visits 103-year-old citizen
• Sherwin-Williams Ribbon Cutting
• Blig...

AndersonNow for May 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• City-wide Clean Up
• Street Paving
• Till Eye Care
• Arbor Day
• Mayor Broderick’s Blight Elimination Project
• Fire Department Headquarters Grand Open...

AndersonNow for April 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• Mayor's Ball Grant Recipients
• Mayor Broderick's Blight Elimination Project
• Spring Break Camp
• Heavy Item Pick-Up
• Citywide Cleanup
• Mayor Broderick's Stat...

AndersonNow for March 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• Mayor’s Ball Raised over $40,000 for our Anderson Students
• Walk a Mile in My Shoes
• Visit from Gov. Eric Holcomb
• Mayor Broderick’s...

AndersonNow for February 2018

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• Mayor’s Ball Grant Grand Total
• Blight Elimination Project
• Yosaku Ribbon Cutting
• Eisenhower Bridge Project
• Jackrabbit Coffee Ribbon Cutting
• 8th Street R...

AndersonNow for December 2017

Find out the latest news in the City of Anderson. 

This weeks newsletter covers the following topics:

• The Nutcracker Ballet
• Remodeling of the Anderson Fire Department Headquarters
• Eisenhower Bridge Project
• The Lawson-Wellman Memorial Thanksgiving Dinn...