Michael-Paul Hart

Indianapolis City-County Councilor - District 20
Founder of SmartIndy PAC | to make Indianapolis the Smartest City in America

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

I held back on calling for Joe Hogsett to resign. Not anymore. Indy deserves accountability.

Read my op-ed in the IndyStar: https://t.co/bwH4uriFnG

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

Short Sunday update: I submitted an Opportunity Zone 2.0 request for Washington Square Mall, plus Smart Indy fundraiser news and a resident walk of the Thunderbird data center site. 2-min read: https://t.co/XNftFdTYZJ #SundayPost #Indy #SmartIndy #Indianapolis

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

The Sunday Post May 31, 2026: Proposed wheel tax & vehicle surtax changes for Indy, a curfew fix for 17-year-olds, ethics disclosure updates, and OPHS accountability. Quick breakdown : https://t.co/4G0RdGb8dh

#IndyNews #SmartIndy #Indy #Indianapolis

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

New Sunday Post: more on the proposed DC BLOX data center, a resident feedback survey, Warren Central’s top students, Washington Square Mall planning updates, and a Memorial Day message for Indy. Read more: https://t.co/ITReCwmxJz

#SundayPost #Indy #Indianapolis #MemorialDay

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

This week’s Sunday Post: DC BLOX site visit in Atlanta, OPHS accountability concerns, and a hopeful Eastside development update. Read more: https://t.co/UFHH5R7hDt #Indy #Indianapolis #TheSundayPost #SmartIndy

[Philip Foust for Marion County Prosecutor @PhilipMFoust]

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Let’s give the mothers in our lives something that really matters:
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Safer streets
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Paid for by Committee to Elect Philip Foust.

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

The Sunday Post May 10, 2026. Quick 3-minute briefing on the data center “moratorium,” Proposal 158, Washington Square Mall updates, and my upcoming DC BLOX site visit in Atlanta. Read: https://t.co/CtbKYxREpm #TheSundayPost #SmartIndy #Indy #Indianapolis

[Johnette Cruz @thejohnettecruz]

An internal audit of the Indianapolis Office of Public Health and Safety (OPHS) has revealed a “doozy” of a failure, according to Indianapolis City-County Councilor Michael-Paul Hart.

The report details a department that has nearly doubled its budget in six years while operating with almost no oversight, documentation, or proof of results.

The audit, conducted by the city’s Office of Audit and Performance (OAP), found that OPHS saw its operating budget balloon from $19.3 million in 2020 to nearly $33.8 million for 2026—a 75% increase. Despite this influx of taxpayer cash, the audit describes a “general lack of standard policies” and an “immediate need for training” regarding how that money is spent.

@CouncilorHart talked about all of this yesterday on @hammerandnigel @93wibc

Full Article: https://t.co/Mgu6POcgSH

#indiana #indianapolisindiana #indy #newsanchor

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

@thejohnettecruz Great recap! Thank you for covering!

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The Sunday Post May 3, 2026. Washington Square input, Eastside data center updates, Spring Fiscal questions, and a Pennsy Trail spotlight. Read: https://t.co/cADLmDq9Mp #Indianapolis #Indy #SmartIndy #TheSundayPost

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

Sunday Post April 26, 2026: Datacenter developments, Washington Square Mall planning, Lowell Little League updates, and Life’s Necessities spotlight. Quick local roundup read more: https://t.co/U3qO6TbJnq #SundayPost #Indy #SmartIndy #Indianapolis

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

The Sunday Post April 19, 2026: OPHS audit questions, Eastside datacenter questions, Washington Square community input + a proposed summer curfew. Full thread: https://t.co/6wvyHdwtJz #SmartIndy #Indy #Indianapolis #TheSundayPost

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

This week’s Sunday Post: SmartIndy organizing, Washington Square input begins, and early questions about the Eastside Thunderbird data center. Full story: https://t.co/Fi4umz44jo #Indianapolis #Indy #SmartIndy #SundayPost

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

A simple, personal Easter message from Michael‑Paul Hart about faith, family, and gratitude after a rough week. Read more: https://t.co/uzWzbbLmT5

#Easter #TheSundayPost #Indy #Indianapolis

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

The Sunday Pos: March 29, 2026. I cover the Ransburg YMCA closure, the next chapter for Washington Square Mall, and ideas for smarter data and leadership across Indy. Read it here: https://t.co/g2kNe8SDWC #SundayPost #Indianapolis #SmartIndy #Indy

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

New post: The Sunday Post: March 22, 2026. I cover IMPD staffing and recruitment needs, Eastside neighborhood accountability, German Church Road pressure, and Spring Fiscal priorities. Read more: https://t.co/bgBRXyBLBy #SundayPost #Indy #SmartIndy #Indianapolis

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

Sunday Post - March 15, 2026: Far East Side momentum, SmartIndy talks on education & housing, neighborhood concerns, and Audit Committee accountability work. 3-minute read: https://t.co/IZ8lcYmJ87 #SundayPost #Indy #SmartIndy #Indianapolis

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

The Sunday Post: March 8, 2026: AES questions, City-County Council updates, and SmartIndy’s Lawrence engagement. Full thread on the blog: https://t.co/CUFX3oe3wY #TheSundayPost #Indy #SmartIndy

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

The Sunday Post March 1, 2026: Pennsy + Panda: Eastside Momentum. YMCA update + United Way response, Pennsy Trail plan with DPW cost menu, and Panda Express back on track for East Washington. Read more: https://t.co/5pEJejmeyG #Indy #SmartIndy #TheSundayPost

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

It was my honor to stand in respect of Officer Elliott’s sacrifice in service to our city.

[Rick Snyder @RickFOP86]

GRATEFUL to @CouncilorHart for Standing with our Officers and their Families at the Funeral of our Fallen brother

These moments are Remembered by the Law Enforcement family

Consistent Presence and Support in Times of Tragedy #Grateful #ActionsOverWords #CopsRemember

[Michael-Paul Hart @CouncilorHart]

This Sunday Post: a loss in Beech Grove, progress at Washington Square Mall, and the YMCA conversation with city leadership. Read more and weigh in: https://t.co/onN5jj4WCO #SundayPost #Indy #SmartIndy