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... more
The City of Goshen Environmental Resilience Department is partnering with Downtown Goshen to host May’s First Friday Green Day Celebration on Friday, May 3. The event, centered on the courthouse lawn, will feature activities and educational tables from city departments, partners, and local businesses.
“We’re... more
The City of Goshen strives to take the best care for residents and to ensure our drinking water meets all U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) safety requirements. As part of this process, the EPA will conduct community interviews... more
The regular meetings of the Downtown Goshen Economic Improvement District Board will take place on the first Thursday of each month, excepting July, as set forth in the schedule below. The meetings will be held in the conference room located in Goshen City Hall at 202 South 5th Street, Goshen, Indiana.
All meetings of the Goshen Downtown Economic Improvement District Board are open to the public with the exception of an executive session that may be held as authorized by Indiana Code §5-14-1.5-6.1. The Board may schedule meetings in addition to those listed above as necessary, subject to public notice requirements.
Public may join in person or virtually by following this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89736482570
Category Archives: News & Events
Updates, messages and other announcements are posted under this category with the intent to notify residents. Posts under this category are emailed in a newsletter at the end of the day.
The City of Goshen reminds residents that trash and recycling services will be delayed one day next week due to New Year’s Day on Monday, January 1st, 2024. Normal trash service will resume on Monday, January 8. The trash schedule for the week of January 1 is below:
Residents with normal pickup on Monday will have service Tuesday, January 2.
Residents with normal pickup on Tuesday will have service Wednesday, January 3.
Residents with normal pickup on Wednesday will have service Thursday, January 4.
Residents with normal pickup on Thursday will have service Friday, January 5.
Residents with normal pickup on Friday will have service Saturday, January 6.
Goshen Mayor Gina Leichty was sworn into office today, December 27, along with all other newly elected city officials.
All officials included in the official swearing-in ceremony were Mayor Leichty, Clerk-Treasurer Richard Aguirre, City Judge Richard Mehl, and City Councilors Don Reigsecker, District 1; Doug Nisley, District 2; Matt Schrock, District 3; Megan Peel, District 4; Phil Lederach, District 5; Brett Weddell, At-large; and Linda Gerber, At-large.
“This team of councilors is a mixture of both veterans and new members who are bringing fresh perspectives and decades of community connections, and I know all of them are eager to serve Goshen,” said Mayor Leichty. “I’ve always been inspired by Goshen’s ability and dedication to working in a bipartisan way for the good of our community, and I have full faith this tradition will continue with this group of elected officials.”
The swearing-in ceremony occurred after a brief final council meeting to wrap up necessary year-end financial business.
Outgoing Councilors Gilberto Perez Jr., District 5, and Julia King, At-large, were thanked for their service to Goshen and presented with Keys to the City during the council meeting on December 18.
To comply with Indiana Department of Environmental Management stormwater regulations all City employees are to be trained on how to prevent stormwater pollution. A Stormwater Employee Handbook is now available for employees to reference. Check it out here.
Salt is used in the wintertime to prevent and remove ice but it can have a big impact on the environment. Find helpful tips on how to reduce the impact salt has by clicking here.
The 2024-2025 Elkhart County Waterways Calendar has been released and more information can be found by clicking here. We hope you enjoy your free copy, which can be picked up at City offices and the Goshen Public Library.
If you have concerns about stormwater drainage or water quality issues or have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact the Goshen Stormwater Department at stormwater@goshencity.com or 574-534-2201.
We’re searching for civic-minded Goshen kids interested in joining Mayor Leichty to recite the Pledge of Allegiance at the beginning of council meetings. Council meetings occur on the second and fourth Mondays of the month and begin at 6 p.m.
If you know of a child who would be interested, fill out this form, and someone will be in contact with you.
The Street Department will once again pick up live Christmas trees starting January 2, 2024, and will continue until Monday, February 2, 2024.
Trees must be placed in front of homes by the curb, but not in the street or alley. Live trees must be free of ornaments, lights, and tinsel. Street department crews will make rounds throughout the City to collect trees. Do not place artificial trees or other decorations at the curb.
The trees will be chipped for composting at the Goshen Environmental Center. Live Christmas trees can also be taken to the Environmental Center at 20100 County Road 21 for disposal.
This program is weather-dependent, as the crews picking up the trees are the same ones who plow city streets.
For more information, contact the Goshen Street Department at 574.534.9711 or streets@goshencity.com.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from our homes to yours! Remember that all City Offices will be closed on December 25, 26, and January 1 in observance of the holiday. City Hall will also be closed from December 27-29. We hope you have a wonderful holiday season filled with love and laughter with those who matter most.
The City of Goshen reminds residents that trash and recycling services will be delayed one day next week due to the Christmas holiday on Monday, December 25th. Trash service will continue to be delayed one day the week of January 1 due to New Year’s Day. Normal service will resume on Monday, January 8. The schedule for the week of December 25 is below:
Residents with normal pickup on Monday will have service Tuesday, December 26.
Residents with normal pickup on Tuesday will have service Wednesday, December 27.
Residents with normal pickup on Wednesday will have service Thursday, December 28
Residents with normal pickup on Thursday will have service Friday, December 29.
Residents with normal pickup on Friday will have service Saturday, December 30.
‘Tis the season full of cooking, gift wrapping, and new toys. With many households producing a little more waste in the coming weeks, we wanted to take some time and remind residents how they can properly dispose of some of the more unique kinds of waste that occur during the holidays.
Fats, Oils, and Grease (F.O.G.s), oh my!
Did you know that anything you dispose of through your kitchen sink makes it into the City’s sewer system? That’s one of the many reasons F.O.G.s should not be put down your kitchen sink. Not only will it cause problems for our municipal sewer system, but it can also clog up your household drains and pipes. Instead of sending F.O.G.s down the drain, below are a few alternative disposal options:
Pour F.O.G.s into a sturdy container and let harden. Dispose of it in a trash can. (Bonus points if the container is repurposed or recycled!).
Scrape hardened F.O.G.s straight into a trash can.
Use paper towels to soak up F.O.G.s from used dishes before washing.
Wrapping paper and ribbons galore
Before you put all your wrapping paper in the recycling bin, make sure to take a look at the design. Any paper that is glittery, metallic, or uses foil is likely not recyclable. If you’re not 100% sure, scrunch it into a ball. Does it stay scrunched? If yes, it can be recycled. If it flattens back out or unfolds, it likely can’t be recycled. Any tape, bows, or ribbon should be removed from the paper and thrown away before it hits the recycling bin.
I upgraded electronics; now what?
Did you get an upgraded electronic as a Christmas gift? If you’re getting rid of old electronics, make sure to recycle them properly. If you’re unsure where to recycle e-waste, check out the City’s household hazardous waste page for more info on local resources.
‘Tis the season for spreading joy and reducing waste in Goshen! The City of Goshen’s Department of Environmental Resilience is excited to announce the 3rd Annual Mirth Tree Ornament Exchange, a festive initiative to celebrate the holidays in an eco-friendly way.
This is the third year residents are encouraged to create ornaments from items that can be found or recycled, then hang them on the Mirth Tree to spread holiday cheer. The tree is located outside the Goshen Utilities Business Office, 203 S. 5th Street. To reduce waste, ornaments are encouraged to be made from natural or recycled materials.
If you aren’t sure where to start, get your creative juices flowing by visiting an ornament-making station. We’ll provide all the materials you need for a creative and environmentally conscious crafting session.
The Goshen Public Library, any time from December 1 through 22
The Green Bee, any time from December 1 through 22
The Electric Brew, Tuesday, December 12, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
If you are making ornaments at home, please keep these things in mind:
Please refrain from using glass. We want to keep everyone safe and avoid broken glass.
Paper and cardboard are great materials, but the weather may ruin the ornament because the tree is outside.
Please do not use any glitter. While glitter appeals to the eye, its adverse effects on the environment outweigh the visual appeal.
Here are some suggestions for materials to use:
Buttons
Ribbons
Popsicle sticks
Wooden beads
Sticks, Acorns, Pinecones, and other natural materials
Starting Christmas Eve, individuals can return and take an ornament home to hang on a tree. Individuals are still welcome to take an ornament from the Mirth Tree even if they did not make one.
Join us in making a difference, one ornament at a time, and let the Mirth Tree become a symbol of joy, community, and environmental stewardship this holiday season.
The Environmental Resilience Department poses with the award. Back L to R: Lee Bergey; Aaron Sawatsky-Kingsley, Director of Environmental Resilience; Levi Moser. Front L to R: Theresa Sailor, Education Grant Writer; Melanie Helmuth, Urban Forestry Assistant; Acadia Imhof; Alexa Kennel; Brandi Devoe, Office Assistant; Anna Osborne.
Goshen Mayor Gina Leichty accepted the Government Entity Volunteerism Award on behalf of the City of Goshen during the 2023 Serve Indiana Awards for Excellence Ceremony on Wednesday, November 15. Mayor Leichty presented the award to the Department of Environmental Resilience on Friday, December 1.
“I want to thank the Department of Environmental Resilience and all of our AmeriCorps volunteers, past and present, for pushing Goshen forward and modeling the impact of volunteerism,” said Mayor Leichty.
The Government Entity Volunteerism Award recognizes any local or state government entity that has substantially impacted Hoosier communities through contributions of time and talent during the 2023 calendar year, demonstrating an ongoing community impact through volunteerism or philanthropy.
The City of Goshen was nominated and selected for this award largely for its successful partnership with the Michiana Area Council of Governments (MACOG) and the AmeriCorps program.
The partnership between MACOG, AmeriCorps, and the Environmental Resilience Department began in 2022 when the city hosted two AmeriCorps members, Shae Dirks and Acadia Imhof. In this federal program, individuals commit to a year of service in their community, earning a modest living allowance, health care, and an education award in exchange. The City is hosting three full-time and two part-time AmeriCorps members this year: Lee Bergey, Acadia Imhof, Alexa Kennel, Anna Osborne, and Levi Moser.
Over the two-year partnership, AmeriCorps volunteers have served over 9,800 hours on a dozen projects focused on community sustainability and public health, including organizing a women’s bike ride, designing and installing a rain garden, surveying trails to assess necessary repairs, and preparing over 700 trees to give away as part of Arbor Day.
Beyond partnering with MACOG and AmeriCorps, city staff regularly promote volunteer opportunities for the public, such as tree plantings, food events, and local clean-ups.
About Serve Indiana
Serve Indiana is a division of the Department of Workforce Development for the State of Indiana. The mission of Serve Indiana is to advance service and volunteerism by informing, connecting, and promoting opportunities and resources that enrich the lives of Hoosiers. This is accomplished through several programs and initiatives, including AmeriCorps State Funding, Day of Service Grants, and the Awards for Excellence.
