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City-County Councilor for District 20 focused on public safety, infrastructure, and housing affordability.

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Practical Priorities

Focused on the basics that improve daily life in Indy.

Public Safety

Safer neighborhoods through accountability, smart deployment, and prevention that works.

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Roads and Infrastructure

Fix the basics: roads, sidewalks, lighting, and long-term infrastructure planning.

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Housing Affordability

More housing options so working families can stay in Indy and the city can keep growing.

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In the News

Coverage from local outlets. Click a logo to view articles mentioning Michael-Paul Hart.

Washington Square Mall

Tracking the first step in pre-development planning, study deliverables, and verified public documents.

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Site Study Update

First step in pre-development planning is underway. View the study scope, partners, and public documents.

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Latest Sunday Post

A weekly report on Council work and building the smartest city in America.

The Sunday Post - July 19, 2026: The DC BLOX Decision, What It Brings, and a Wheel Tax Veto

This week's Sunday Post breaks down the DC BLOX approval and the estimated $28.5 million in community commitments it carries, the difference between new data center zoning rules and a blanket moratorium, the mayor's wheel tax veto, and a Habitat home dedication on Fenton Avenue.

The Sunday Post - July 12, 2026: Council Votes, Wheel Tax and Data Center Zoning

This week’s Sunday Post covers two failed public safety and accountability proposals, the next steps for the wheel tax, and the growing debate over new data center zoning rules and a possible moratorium.

The Sunday Post - July 5, 2026: DC Blox Sound Study, Dutch Bros & OPHS Update

This week’s Sunday Post covers the new DC Blox sound study, an opportunity to support Dutch Bros at Washington Square, and the latest OPHS accountability update. Read what these developments mean for the Eastside and how residents can stay engaged.

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