Hobart Officials Advance Amazon Data Center Plans Amid Resident Opposition

Hobart officials in Northwest Indiana have opted to proceed with plans for an Amazon data center, despite continued vocal opposition from local residents. Residents gathered outside Hobart City Hall on April 7, 2026, to protest the project as officials moved forward with their development strategy. This data center update was part of a weekly recap of local government activities across Northwest Indiana. The summary also noted that Crown Point ratified a zoning change specifically for housing construction, and municipal elections concluded with many incumbents retaining their positions alongside several new officeholders. The broader government recap included various other events such as press conferences held by Indianapolis FBI Special Agent in Charge Tim O'Malley and U.S. Attorney Adam Mildred in Hammond. Gary Mayor Eddie Melton delivered his State of the City address. Additionally, federal agents from the FBI and IRS conducted court-authorized investigations at a Schererville home linked to James Gerodemos and at Gino’s Steakhouse in Merrillville.