Category Archives: Public Notice and Meeting Announcements

Under this category, public notices for various boards and committees are published.

Public Notice for Modification of Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)

Pretreatment Program-City of Goshen Wastewater Treatment Plant

Public Notice on behalf of:              United States Environmental Protection Agency

                                                      Region 5, Water Division, WP-16J

                                                      Permits Branch

                                                      77 W. Jackson Blvd.

                                                      Chicago, IL 60604

                                                      (312) 886-6089

Name and Address of POTW:          City of Goshen Wastewater Treatment Plant

                                                      1000 W. Wilden Ave.

                                                      Goshen, IN 46528

POTW Pretreatment Program

      The City of Goshen Wastewater Treatment Plant has requested approval of a modification to its Industrial Pretreatment Program (IPP). The proposed modification consists of revisions to the pretreatment local limits for the following pollutants:  Removing the daily maximum limit for Hexavalent Chromium (currently 0.25 mg/l); adding a daily maximum limit of 3.10 mg/l for Molybdenum (currently none);  adding a daily maximum limit of 0.50 mg/l for PCBs (currently none); adding a monthly ceiling limit of 800.00 mg/l for BOD5 with excess amounts being subject to a surcharge; adding a daily maximum ceiling limit of 1,600.00 mg/l for BOD5 with excess amounts subject to a surcharge; and changing Phosphates to Phosphorus (P) with a daily maximum limit of 10.00 mg/l with excess amounts subject to a surcharge.  All other current pretreatment local limits amounts exceeding the maximum limits subject to a surcharge remain unchanged.

      The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5 has proposed to approve the pretreatment program modification. The proposed determination is tentative.

      Interested persons are invited to submit written comments on the proposed program modification. Comments should be submitted in person or mailed no later than 30 days from the date of this Public Notice.  Copies of the relevant POTW documents are available for inspection and copying at EPA and at the POTW at the addresses listed above.

      Any person may request a public hearing within 30 days of the date of the Public Notice by submitting a written request to EPA Region 5. The request shall indicate the interest of the person filing such request and the reasons why a hearing is warranted. A public hearing will be held if there is a significant degree of public interest in the proposed program modification.  Public notice of such a hearing will be circulated in the newspaper and to the parties requesting the hearing.

      All comments or hearing requests should be submitted to the POTW at the address listed above, and to:

                                                      Pretreatment Program

                                                      NPDES Section 2

                                                      US EPA Region 5, WP-16J

                                                      Attn:  Jodie Opie

                                                      77 W. Jackson Blvd.

                                                      Chicago, IL  60604

                                                      or email to R5NPDES@epa.gov

      If no comments to this notice are received, the proposed IPP Modification will be approved as set forth herein without changes and without further public notice. In such event, this notice shall constitute the notice of approval or disapproval required by Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations Part 403.11(e) and no additional notice shall be provided; the approved modification will be incorporated in the POTW’s NPDES permit by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management. Anyone who wishes to be sent a notice of the approval of the modifications should send a request for such notice to the Indiana Department of Environmental Management.

      Published in the Goshen News June 21, 2024.

Notice of Adoption of Ordinance 5188, Fire Prevention Ordinance of the City of Goshen, Indiana

      Ordinance 5188, Fire Prevention Ordinance of the City of Goshen, Indiana, was passed by the Goshen Common Council on June 10, 2024, and approved and adopted by Mayor Leichty on June 10, 2024. 

      Ordinance 5188 sets forth the fire prevention regulations for the City of Goshen and incorporates all rules of the Indiana Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission set forth in 675 IAC Articles 12, 13, 18, 22, and 25, including any later amendments to the Articles.  The Fire Chief, or the Fire Chief’s designee, shall have the authority to enforce these fire prevention regulations, including enforcement of the provisions of the Indiana General Administrative Rules, Indiana Fire Code, Indiana Building Code, Indiana Mechanical Code, Indiana Fuel Gas Code, Ordinance 5188, or any other rule of the Indiana Fire Prevention Building Safety Commission.  Ordinance 5188 also provides for emergency planning in crowd management; installation and maintenance of fire service features, including fire lane markings, gates or barricades, key boxes, water supply for firefighting purposes, and fire flow requirements; emergency lighting activation testing and recordkeeping requirements; and the planning, approval, installation and maintenance of fire protection systems.

      The City may enforce a violation of Ordinance 5188 in the City’s Ordinance Violations Bureau with a penalty of $175 for a first offense, $225 for a second offense in a 12-month period, and $250 for a third offense in a 12-month period.  The City may also enforce Ordinance 5188 by filing an action in any court of general jurisdiction to recover a fine not exceeding $2500.  Each day of violation may be construed as a separate offense.

      Ordinance 5188 is available for inspection in its entirety during regular business hours at the Goshen Clerk-Treasurer’s Office located at 202 S. Fifth Street, Goshen, Indiana.

Public Notice: High Park Avenue Reconstruction – Notice of Intent

The City of Goshen (204 E. Jefferson Street, Suite #1, Goshen, Indiana 46528) will be submitting a Notice of Intent (NOI) letter to notify the Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) of their intent to comply with the requirements of the Indiana Construction Stormwater General Permit (CSGP) to discharge stormwater from construction and land disturbing activities associated with the reconstruction of the High Park Avenue and Woodward Place roadways.

The project is located between S Main Street (SR 15) on the east and Gra-Roy Drive on the west and north. It is located in the NE 1/4 of Section 21, Township 36 N, Range 6 East, in Elkhart Township, Elkhart County, Indiana.

Runoff from the project will either flow into roadside swales where it will soak into the underlying soil with an eventual release to the Elkhart River to the west or flow into the existing combined sewer system.

Questions or comments regarding the project should be directed to Jason Kauffman, Stormwater Coordinator, by calling 574-534-2201 or emailing jasonkauffman@goshencity.com.

Invitation for Bids

The City of Goshen Board of Public Works and Safety is soliciting sealed offers for a 2024 or newer street sweeper for use in the City of Goshen’s Street Department. The Board of Public Works and Safety is hereinafter referred to as “City”.

The Specification Documents may be obtained from the City of Goshen’s Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 202 South Fifth St., Goshen, IN 46528 or the City of Goshen’s current Bidding Opportunities portal at https://goshenindiana.org/bidding-opportunities.  The City shall not be responsible for documents obtained from any other source.

Offers shall be submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and all contractual terms and conditions that are included in the Specification Documents. In addition to price, offers will be evaluated based on whether the Bidder is responsible, and if the Bidder’s offer is responsive.

Offers shall be filed with the City of Goshen Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 202 South Fifth Street, Goshen, IN 46528 until 3:45 p.m. June 27, 2024 at which time all offers received will be taken to the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting to be publicly opened and read aloud. The Board meeting will be held in City Court Room/Council Chambers at the Goshen Police & Court Building, 111 East Jefferson Street, Goshen.

The City of Goshen Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to reject any and all offers, delete any portions thereof, to waive any informalities or irregularities in any bid received, and to award a contract, consistent with Indiana law, to the lowest responsible and responsive Bidder. Award of contract is contingent on the availability of funds.

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Road Closure at 412 & 414 N. Riverside St. between Division St and Wilkinson St. 

 

The City of Goshen Water and Sewer Department will be installing a sewer tap at 412 & 414 N. Riverside St. between Division St and Wilkinson St. The work will require excavation of the road, with a trench that will be approximately 14 feet in depth. 

For the safety of the work crews and the public, the city will close N. Riverside St. between Division St. and Wilkinson St to traffic starting at 12:00 P.M. on Tuesday, 05/28/2024. The road will reopen for traffic on Friday evening 05/31/2024. 

BOIL ORDER: College Avenue and Westwood Road

This boil order has been canceled.

On Monday, April 22, a boil order was issued for the area south of College Avenue to Westwood Road. This area includes Goshen Hospital, part of the Historic Racemere Peninsula Neighborhood, and Goshen College west of 9th Street. A map of the affected area can be found below.

It is recommended that all cooking and drinking water be brought to a complete boil for five minutes before use. Please continue to boil all cooking and drinking water until notified that it is no longer necessary.

We appreciate your cooperation during this time and will update you as necessary until the drinking water problem has been solved.  If you have any questions concerning the drinking water problem, please contact your water department at 574-534-5306 or waterseweroffice@goshencity.com.

Lane closure on Main St. and College Ave.

As part of the Goshen College Westlawn Renovation project, the designated right-hand turn lane on Main Street at College Avenue will be closed starting this Tuesday, April 9th. Vehicles continuing north and those turning east onto College Avenue will both use the same lane. The lane restriction is expected to last approximately two months. Please be mindful of potential traffic delays in this area and plan your commute accordingly.

Poison Hemlock

We want to raise awareness regarding the presence of poison hemlock, a highly invasive and toxic plant species in our area. Poison hemlock not only poses a significant health risk to humans, pets, and livestock if ingested but also presents dangers to skin and respiratory health upon contact or inhalation.

It is crucial to exercise caution when encountering this plant. Despite its aggressive nature and resilience, it can be removed manually with gloves and patience. However, it is imperative to dispose of it properly by placing it in the trash. Do not burn poison hemlock as it releases harmful toxins into the air, posing further health risks.

Poison hemlock is classified a noxious weed. A noxious weed refers to any plant species that is invasive, harmful, or detrimental to ecosystems, agriculture, human health, or the economy. These weeds typically outcompete native vegetation, reducing biodiversity and causing ecological imbalances. They can also cause significant economic losses by reducing crop yields, clogging waterways, and interfering with infrastructure. Control and eradication efforts are often necessary to manage the spread and impact of noxious weeds.

A noxious weed refers to any plant species that is invasive, harmful, or detrimental to ecosystems, agriculture, human health, or the economy. These weeds typically outcompete native vegetation, reducing biodiversity and causing ecological imbalances. They can also cause significant economic losses by reducing crop yields, clogging waterways, and interfering with infrastructure. Control and eradication efforts are often necessary to manage the spread and impact of noxious weeds.

For those interested in learning more about identifying and effectively managing poison hemlock, we recommend referring to the comprehensive guide provided in the 2023 issue of the Purdue University Landscape Report: Purdue University Landscape Report on Poison Hemlock.

Invitation for Bids

 PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF ONE (1) DIESEL GENERATOR SET 

INVITATION 

The City of Goshen Board of Public Works and Safety is soliciting sealed offers for the purchase and installation of one (1) diesel generator set. 

Offers are also being solicited for an optional item. The city reserves the right to select the optional offer. 

The Specification Documents may be obtained from the City of Goshen’s Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 202 South Fifth St., Goshen, IN 46528 or the City of Goshen’s current Bidding Opportunities portal at https://goshenindiana.org/bidding-opportunities. The City shall not be responsible for documents obtained from any other source. 

Offers shall be submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and all contractual terms and conditions that are included in the Specification Documents. In addition to price, offers will be evaluated based on whether the bidder is responsible, and if the bidder’s offer is responsive. 

Offers shall be filed with the City of Goshen Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 202 South Fifth Street, Goshen, IN 46528 until 3:45 p.m. April 11, 2024 at which time all offers received will be taken to the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting to be publicly opened and read aloud. The Board meeting will be held in City Court Room/Council Chambers at the Goshen Police & Court Building, 111 East Jefferson Street, Goshen. 

The City of Goshen Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to reject any and all offers, delete any portions thereof, to waive any informalities or irregularities in any bid received, and to award a contract, consistent with Indiana law, to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. Award of contract is contingent on the availability of funds. 

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Invitation for bids

FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) CHASSIS/CAB UNITS 

The City of Goshen Board of Public Works and Safety is soliciting sealed offers for two (2) 2024 or newer chassis/cab units for use in the City of Goshen’s Water & Sewer Department. The Board of Public Works and Safety is hereinafter referred to as “City”. 

The Specification Documents may be obtained from the City of Goshen’s Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 202 South Fifth St., Goshen, IN 46528 or the City of Goshen’s current Bidding Opportunities portal at https://goshenindiana.org/bidding-opportunities. The City shall not be responsible for documents obtained from any other source. 

Offers shall be submitted in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and all contractual terms and conditions that are included in the Specification Documents. In addition to price, offers will be evaluated based on whether the Bidder is responsible, and if the Bidder’s offer is responsive. 

Offers shall be filed with the City of Goshen Clerk-Treasurer’s Office, 202 South Fifth Street, Goshen, IN 46528 until 3:45 p.m. April 25, 2024 at which time all offers received will be taken to the Board of Public Works and Safety meeting to be publicly opened and read aloud. The Board meeting will be held in City Court Room/Council Chambers at the Goshen Police & Court Building, 111 East Jefferson Street, Goshen. 

The City of Goshen Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to reject any and all offers, delete any portions thereof, to waive any informalities or irregularities in any bid received, and to award a contract, consistent with Indiana law, to the lowest responsible and responsive Bidder. Award of contract is contingent on the availability of funds. 

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