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Our mission is to protect and improve the quality of life of persons in the City of Indianapolis.
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Alerts from NWS Indianapolis IN (UNOFFICIAL)
10 days ago
🚨 Flood Warning issued May 27 at 12:26PM EDT until May 28 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN 🚨
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Heads up! On Friday, our lobby will close early at 2 p.m. to allow for repairs & maintenance. 🛠️ To contact us, please call 317-327-8700 or visit our website for more information:
indy.gov/agency/depar...
Thank you for your patience & understanding! Normal hours resume Monday.
10 days ago
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DBNS is closed today in honor of Memorial Day and those who have served. We will resume normal operating hours tomorrow, May 26.
12 days ago
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Thanks for joining us,
@wrtv.bsky.social
! We hope you left the shelter with a dog or two. (Or three or four.) 🐕🐕🐕🐕
www.wrtv.com/news/local-n...
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24 days ago
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We cut the ribbon at the new animal shelter! ✂️ Thank you Mayor Hogsett, City-County Council, IACS staff & volunteers, Friends of Indy Animals, Nina Mason Pulliam Trust,
@colts.bsky.social
, AFSCME Local 725, Dawn & Rick Snyder, & Lilly Endowment for helping start a new chapter for animal welfare. 🐕🐈⬛
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24 days ago
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WRTV News
about 1 month ago
Watch live as we give an update on this severe weather. 🔗https://www.wrtv.com/live
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WRTV News at 11
Watch live Indianapolis news from WRTV. Free coverage of the most important breaking local stories, headlines from Indiana and across the US.
https://www.wrtv.com/live
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Alerts from NWS Indianapolis IN (UNOFFICIAL)
about 1 month ago
🚨 Flash Flood Warning issued April 27 at 11:10PM EDT until April 28 at 2:15AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN 🚨
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Thanks to WTHR for highlighting our Alley Illegal Dumping Mitigation Program! The $5M program is helping improve communities' quality of life and giving residents the functional, well-maintained infrastructure they deserve.
www.wthr.com/article/news...
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City of Indianapolis rehabbing alleys in hopes of stopping illegal dumping
By the end of this year, crews will have fixed up 32 alley segments throughout the city as part of the $5 million project.
https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/city-of-indianapolis-rehabbing-alleys-stopping-illegal-dumping-department-business-neighborhood-services/531-678e29c9-1702-4acb-8ca8-0c1f815fc23c?fbclid=IwY2xjawRN3LxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFWZUxEQ3JWcDFNb3htSVE1c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHk7AHRtRounV8o--s_UEvrijxmnSCtrwjGi93WXvjsev5r-b-1Y7WT7rK3V2_aem_u22sru_sg8mavqx98CTbWQ
about 2 months ago
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William Hazen
3 months ago
Your 5 busiest IndyGo Routes for February 2026! The Route 8 retains the throne, and the Route 56 to the suburb of Beech Grove is your fastest growing, increasing by 62.7% Year over Year. Overall ridership is up 2.4% Year over Year!
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We have four NEW RFQs & are looking for partners who have proven experience in the following field(s): - Flood Technical Assistance Services - Infrastructure Inspections & Testing Services - Plan Review Services - ROW Inspection Services Learn more on our website:
www.indy.gov/activity/opp...
3 months ago
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The new shelter is opening in May! To help with the move, Animal Care Services is looking for fosters. Fostering creates space in the shelter 🐾, gives animals a calm place to live 🏡, & saves lives 💛. Sign up to foster:
www.indy.gov/activity/app...
3 months ago
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DBNS will host an online quarterly update at 11:30 a.m., Feb. 25. 🗓️ Join DBNS Director Abbey Brands & Deputy Director Alena Jones to learn about new department policies, the Streamline Indy initiative, & more. Q&A to follow. 🔗 Register here:
indy.webex.com/weblink/regi...
4 months ago
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FYI: There will be no slide schedule on Presidents' Day. Trash and recycling collection will continue as normal. The Department of Public Works (DPW) thanks you for keeping our community clean while we observe the holiday!
4 months ago
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Just a remember that our offices are closed today, Jan. 16, in honor of Presidents' Day. We will reopen tomorrow and will resume normal business hours. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to assisting you!
4 months ago
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❌ MYTH: Spaying or neutering a pet too young will stunt their growth. ✅ FACT: Research shows that spaying or neutering does NOT stunt growth. Spaying or neutering at the appropriate age, guided by veterinary professionals, is safe & responsible. Let's create a future where every animal is loved!
4 months ago
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William Hazen
4 months ago
IndyGo’s new, improved, and much less boring Rider Code of Conduct is here! Learn how to Respect the Ride with one of these new booklets!
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Thank you to all the residents, business owners, and property managers who have already shoveled, salted, and sweated their way to a clear sidewalk! 🙌💪
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4 months ago
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Yes, it's sludge. Snow will likely start melting soon. That means slush (and sludge). But with temps still in the 10s & 20s at night, everything can refreeze. Whether you're a resident or a business, please keep your sidewalks clear of snow and ice. And sludge. 🧂🧂🧂🧂
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4 months ago
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Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow & got scared. And hey, we get it. Shadows can be scary. But
#permitting
shouldn’t make you want to hide in a burrow. Use the Citizen Access Portal to research, apply and pay for, & track permit status all in one place.
aca-prod.accela.com/INDY/Default...
4 months ago
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⚠️Marion County downgrading Travel Status⚠️ Effective at midnight, Marion County will downgrade to a Travel Advisory Status. Please continue to drive with caution, as there are icy road conditions. View the updated travel advisory map at
www.in.gov/dhs/travel-advisory-map/
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4 months ago
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Please be patient as DPW crews continue to work around-the-clock to get the city's entire infrastructure network back to normal as soon as possible. If you think your street has been missed, please contact the Mayor’s Action Center at 317-327-4622.
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4 months ago
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Following this weekend's historic storm, DPW's inspection team is continuing to review the work of contractors. If necessary, contractors may be sent back out for remediation on a case-by-case basis.
4 months ago
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It's so cold Netflix just asked us if we were still cold
4 months ago
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Alerts from NWS Indianapolis IN (UNOFFICIAL)
4 months ago
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 27 at 9:05AM EST until January 28 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Indianapolis IN
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WISH-TV
4 months ago
With a snow total of 27.1" so far this season, Indianapolis has surpassed the season average (25.5") for the first time since 2013-14.
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Claire Rafford
4 months ago
UPDATE: A community meeting to discuss the findings of the city's community survey regarding Black wealth in Indy has been postponed due to weather. New date coming soon. read more about the project here:
mirrorindy.org/indianapolis...
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Alerts from NWS Indianapolis IN (UNOFFICIAL)
4 months ago
🚨 Extreme Cold Warning issued January 26 at 1:22PM EST until January 27 at 9:00AM EST by NWS Indianapolis IN 🚨
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REMINDER: Marion County remains in a “Travel Warning” status until midnight tonight. Stay warm, stay home, and stay safe!
4 months ago
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To clarify: “double pickup" means that, if residents need to place additional bags outside of their cart, those bags will be picked up as well. 👍🏻
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4 months ago
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🚨 Due to the ongoing weather in Indianapolis, DPW made a few changes to this week’s trash and recycling schedule to keep everyone safe. There will be *no* residential trash, heavy trash, or curbside recycling pickup tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 27.
4 months ago
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Friendly heads-up: Under city code, residents & property owners are responsible for clearing their sidewalks. If you need help, you can sign up for Snow Buddies, which will match you with a volunteer. Snow Buddies:
www.indy.gov/activity/sno...
City code:
library.municode.com/in/indianapo...
4 months ago
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DBNS will be closed Monday, Jan. 26, due to inclement weather & Marion Co.'s upgraded travel status. Although we won't be in-office, you can always find us online:
dbns.indy.gov
. You can also apply for permits 24/7 via the Citizens Access Portal:
aca-prod.accela.com/indy/Default...
4 months ago
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🚨 Please stay home tonight and at least through tomorrow evening as conditions are expected to remain unsafe. Travel should be limited only to first responders, healthcare workers, and other essential personnel. 🚨
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4 months ago
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With 10" of snow (and still falling), continued subzero temps, & the potential for blowing snow overnight, Mayor Hogsett has issued a Local Disaster Emergency Declaration for Marion County. We are now in a Travel Warning.
4 months ago
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Marion County is now under a WATCH Travel Status. This means weather conditions are threatening to the public. Only essential travel—i.e. to and from work, emergency situations—is recommended. Businesses, schools, govt agencies, & other orgs should implement safety action plans. Stay safe, Indy!
4 months ago
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WISH-TV
4 months ago
❄️LIVE Winter Storm Coverage❄️Track the storm as it moves through our area with LIVE RADAR streaming 24/7 on YouTube.Our weather team will cut in with live updates, timing changes, and impact alerts as conditions change.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DCkGGCUsLPs
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Happy holidays to you and yours from all of us at DBNS! ❄️✨ Our offices will be closed from noon, Dec. 23 through Dec. 25. We'll be back Friday, Dec. 26 with normal hours.
5 months ago
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With Weather™️ in the forecast, Department of Public Works snow crews are on rotating, 12-hour shifts. If you do happen to venture out tonight, give the plows plenty of room to properly salt & clean the roadways. Stay safe and warm, Indy! Watch out for Weather™️.
6 months ago
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❄️EXTREME COLD ALERT❄️ Cats and dogs can get frostbite and hypothermia, too. When temps are below 20°F, owners must bring their pets inside. (It's also illegal to set traps when it's this cold outside.) If you do see a stray or an animal in distress, contact the Mayor's Action Center:
request.indy.gov
6 months ago
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WISH-TV
6 months ago
YOUR FORECAST | Accumulating snow will head in our direction later tonight. We will see a messy Friday morning commute. More snow moves in on Saturday and then a bitter blast of cold air comes in for the end of the weekend.
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Accumulating snow tonight, messy Friday morning | Dec 11, 2025
Accumulating snow tonight with a messy Friday morning commute. Many spots may pick up 2-4 inches with some areas see 5 inches.
https://www.wishtv.com/weather/accumulating-snow-indianapolis-forecast/
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There are 90+ miles of greenways throughout Marion County, with 30 *more* miles of greenways expected to open by 2028. Whether you walk, bike, or just love green spaces, your input matters. Help shape the future of the greenways system by submitting feedback!
gis.indy.gov/.../3a9d2e57...
6 months ago
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DBNS' unofficial mascot, Freedom Bird, wishes you a Happy Thanksgiving! In honor of the holiday, DBNS will close at noon today. We will remain closed on Thursday and Friday and will resume normal business hours on Monday, Dec. 1. 🦃Happy Thanksgiving!🦃
6 months ago
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In January, DBNS will launch a new continuous vacancy program that targets “the worst of the worst”—properties that have racked up multiple repair orders with no signs of compliance. 🏚️➡️🏠 Learn more on
@wthrcom.bsky.social
:
www.wthr.com/article/news...
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New program will target 150-200 vacant Indianapolis homes in 2026
The city is hoping a new “continuous vacancy program” will help longtime properties in disrepair come into compliance and become family homes.
https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/new-program-will-target-150-200-vacant-indy-homes-in-2026-continuous-vacancy-indianapolis-abandoned-properties/531-32798132-21c1-48e3-9869-6e6bb1d67fdb
7 months ago
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Congratulations to Alena Jones on her promotion to Deputy Director of Construction & Business Services! Alena previously served as the admin of DBNS’ stormwater & infrastructure team and will now oversee our permitting, inspection, compliance, & licensing teams. Congratulations, Alena! 👏🎉
7 months ago
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It's a little soggy out there. ☔️ While it may seem like a gentle autumn rainstorm, more wet weather is on the way. To stay safe, review flood safety tips & visit our website for info about flood insurance, floodplains, & flood management:
www.indy.gov/activity/flo...
9 months ago
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WHAT: Knozone Action Day WHEN: TODAY, July 23 WHY: Ground-Level Ozone WHO: Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (Orange) 📲 Sign up for text or email alerts at
smogwatch.in.gov
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airnow.gov
11 months ago
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Thank you 🙌 to all the amazing volunteers and DBNS staff for joining us at our Near Eastside neighborhood cleanup! And shoutout to Keep Indianapolis Beautiful, Inc. for their ongoing partnership. Our next cleanup is Aug. 21, on the Northwest side. Sign up here:
www.kibi.org/volunteer/
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11 months ago
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Shoutout to
@wrtv.bsky.social
for joining us at our neighborhood cleanup with Keep Indianapolis Beautiful! Thanks for highlighting the work DBNS does throughout
#Indy
to keep our communities clean. 🧹💙
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Indianapolis hosting neighborhood cleanups in problem areas across the city
The Department of Business and Neighborhood Services is organizing clean-up days throughout the city, focusing on problem zones like those found on the northeast side.
https://www.wrtv.com/news/local-news/indianapolis-hosting-neighborhood-cleanups-in-problem-areas-across-the-city
11 months ago
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As the late (debatable), great (debatable) Barney the Dino said, "Clean up, clean up! Everybody, everywhere." 🦖 On July 17, join DBNS & Keep Indianapolis Beautiful for a cleanup! It'll be "dino-mite," as the late (debatable), great (debatable) Barney the Dino once said.🦖
www.kibi.org/volunteer/pr...
11 months ago
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Indianapolis Public Library
11 months ago
Due to a planned neighborhood water shutdown by Citizens Energy Group, the East Washington Street Branch will be closed on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.
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