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Gary Common Council Meeting 07_21
Published: Jul 22, 2026
Gary Council Endorses Medicare for All Act, Urges Congressional Action
The Gary Common Council passed a resolution supporting the Medicare for All Act of 2025 and urging the U.S. Congress to enact comprehensive universal healthcare legislation. The resolution, sponsored by Councilwoman Linda Barnes Cwell, Councilman Darren Washington, Councilman Dwight Williams, and Councilwoman Lori Leam, outlines the shortcomings of the current US healthcare system, including high costs, inequities, and the disproportionate impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes that Medicare for All would provide national health insurance for all US residents, covering a wide range of services and eliminating many out-of-pocket costs, while also projecting significant cost savings and lives saved annually. The resolution notes that two-thirds of Americans support Medicare for All and highlights the endorsement of the act by the Indiana Democratic State Party.
Gary Council Urges US Steel to Invest in Cleaner Direct Reduction Technology
The Gary Common Council approved a resolution encouraging US Steel and Nippon Steel to invest in direct reduction steelmaking technology at Gary Works. The resolution, sponsored by Councilman Darren Washington and Councilwoman Lori Leam, highlights the environmental and economic benefits of transitioning from outdated blast furnace technology to cleaner direct reduction methods. It aims to promote economic competitiveness, preserve jobs, and improve environmental conditions in Gary, recognizing the city's designation as an environmental justice community due to historical industrial pollution. The resolution also calls for US Steel to become a better corporate neighbor by reducing emissions and complying with EPA standards, and pledges the council's cooperation in ensuring a collaborative transition that protects jobs and strengthens the local economy.
Public Raises Concerns Over Industrial Zoning in Wetlands and Floodplains in New Gary Zoning Map
During the discussion of the new city zoning map (CPO 2026-28), several public comments raised concerns about specific areas. Residents noted that wetlands along Chase Street, currently undergoing restoration for a park district, are zoned as heavy industry, which they believe contradicts the restoration efforts and environmental goals. Concerns were also voiced about potential industrial zoning in floodplains and the lack of clarity regarding zoning allocations for future data centers. The council discussed the complexities of zoning, flood plain regulations, and the process for amendments, ultimately voting to approve the map with the understanding that safeguards are in place through subsequent review processes.
Gary Council Approves Special Use Permit for Lakeshore Drive Short-Term Rental
The Gary Common Council approved a special use permit for a property at 9449 Lakeshore Drive to be used as a short-term rental property by petitioners Rex and Peggy Blackwell. The Board of Zoning Appeals (BZA) unanimously recommended approval after finding no remonstrators and confirming the petitioners met the requirements for the permit, which is necessary since the rental is not owner-occupied and Indiana law changed requiring such permits. The ordinance, CPO 2026-29, passed with a vote of 7-1.
Gary Health Department Reallocates Funds for Health First Indiana Program
The Gary Common Council reviewed an ordinance (CPO 2026-25) to reallocate funds within the health department's local health maintenance fund to meet the state's Health First Indiana Fund request. Director Katrina Walker explained that the funds would be moved from one budget line item to another to align with state requirements. She confirmed that chronic illness is a primary focus of the covered services and provided emailed documentation to council members detailing the budget's scope from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2025. The ordinance passed with a vote of 8-0.
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