Public Notices

Tentative dates for Norfolk Southern railroad crossing closures announced

The City of Goshen’s Engineering Department announced during Thursday’s Board of Works meeting a tentative timeline for the upcoming railroad crossing closures by Norfolk Southern. The City’s engineering department has been in communication with Norfolk Southern since the city was notified last week and will continue to stay in contact throughout this project. The City […]

Update on upcoming Norfolk Southern crossing closures

Last week, the City of Goshen informed residents that Norfolk Southern plans to close several crossings throughout the month of July to install new rails with an approximate start date of July 8th. The work is now expected to begin on Tuesday, July 9th, or Wednesday, July 10th, and will continue through Wednesday, July 31. […]

Notice of Adoption of Ordinance 5185, An Ordinance of the Common Council of the City of Goshen to Establish a Process to Address Chronic Disorderly Properties

Ordinance 5185, An Ordinance of the Common Council of the City of Goshen to Establish a Process to Address Chronic Disorderly Properties, was passed by the Goshen Common Council on June 10, 2024, and approved and adopted by Mayor Leichty on June 28, 2024. Ordinance 5185 establishes a regulatory framework to address chronic unlawful and/or […]

Goshen recycling center closed for 4th of July holiday

The Goshen Recycling Center will be closed from noon on Wednesday, July 3rd, through Monday, July 8th, to give staff a break over the holiday. The City asks users to be respectful of city staff’s work and only drop off accepted items and leave recyclable items in the bins. Do not leave items outside of […]

City Offices closed for Fourth of July and trash collection on a slide schedule

All City of Goshen offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The Board of works will not have a meeting the week of July 4 due to the holiday. Additionally, Borden Wasteaway will not pick up trash on Thursday, July 4, so Thursday and Friday trash and recycling services […]

Celebrate Independence Day at Fireworks on the Fairway

The long-loved fireworks in Goshen at Black Squirrel Golf Course are returning this year with a new name, Fireworks on the Fairway. Doors to the event open at 4 p.m., and attendees can enjoy the various local food trucks and vendors and kick back on the fairway. A brief program will begin at 8 p.m., […]

Goshen Parks and Recreation’s Splash-Tastic Weekend returns for another year

The City of Goshen’s Parks and Recreation Department will once again host its Splash-Tastic Weekend at Abshire Park from Friday, July 26 to Sunday, July 28. This is the second year parks and recreation staff will install two 300-foot inflatable slip-n-slides on the hill at Abshire Park. Individuals can purchase $10 wristbands and enjoy the […]

4th of July Safety Tips

As the 4th of July holiday approaches, it is important that Goshen residents be aware of fireworks regulations. A local city ordinance was adopted in 2007 at the urging of residents concerned about neighborhood safety and noise. Regulation is controlled by parameters imposed in state legislation. Fireworks Safety: Enjoy the local fireworks displays and leave […]

Notification of Norfolk Southern track closures 

 The engineering department received notice that Norfolk Southern is planning to close the following crossings between approximately July 8 and July 31, 2024, for installation of new rails. Each crossing is expected to be closed to traffic over one to four days. Engineering staff have been in communication with the railroad’s safety contractor to emphasize […]

June brush pickup begins next week

The monthly brush pickup will begin on the week of June 24, 2024. During scheduled brush collections, the Street Department will make only one pass through the city to pick up brush. Please have your brush by the front curb, but not in the street, by that first day in the morning at 7 a.m. […]