Building the Smartest City in America

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 - March 29, 2026: What’s Next for Ransburg, Washington Square, and Indy Solutions

This week’s Sunday Post starts with the hard reality facing the Ransburg YMCA and what I learned directly from leadership as the March 31 closure arrives. I also share the next step for Washington Square Mall, where tenant input will help shape the future vision, along with updates on a possible homeless shelter opportunity and a promising conversation about smarter data, service, and leadership across Indianapolis.

The Sunday Post - March 22, 2026: IMPD Staffing, Eastside Accountability, and Spring Fiscal Priorities

This week’s Sunday Post focuses on a major public safety challenge in Indianapolis: IMPD staffing and the need for a serious recruitment strategy. I also cover Eastside neighborhood concerns, continued pressure on German Church Road, and the priorities that should shape Spring Fiscal.

The Sunday Post - March 15, 2026: Far East Side Momentum, SmartIndy Engagement, and City Accountability

This week’s Sunday Post covers the Far East Side Quality of Life Plan, SmartIndy conversations on education and housing, neighborhood concerns from Springs of Hampton, and accountability work through the Audit Committee.

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