Redevelopment Commission
Becky Hutsell, Redevelopment Director
204 E. Jefferson Street, Suite 6
Goshen, IN 46528
(574) 537-3579
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
beckyhutsell@goshencity.com
The Redevelopment Department, along with the Redevelopment Commission, were established by the City Council on December 7, 1999.
The Department is controlled by the five-member Commission (majority appointed by Mayor; remainder appointed by Council) that has the powers and authorities set forth in Indiana Code 36-7-14 for the redevelopment of blighted areas and economic development areas.
The City of Goshen established the Goshen Redevelopment Commission and the Department of Redevelopment to act as a catalyst for new development in targeted areas. This is done through techniques including real estate acquisition, site preparation, environmental remediation and providing public infrastructure to the site. Financing resources generally used are Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) and Redevelopment General Obligation Bonds
2025 Redevelopment Commission Members:
| Member: | Brian Garber |
| Member: | Jonathan Graber |
| Member: | Megan Hessl |
| Member: | Brett Weddell |
| School liaison: | Bradd Weddell |
| Member: | Colin Yoder |
| Attorney: | Don Shuler |
The regular meetings of the Goshen Redevelopment Commission take place on the second Tuesday of each month at 3 p.m., with the 2025 meeting schedule set forth below. All meetings are held in the City Court Room/Council Chambers at the Police/Courts Building, 111 East Jefferson Street, Goshen, Indiana. Notice will be given if there are any changes to the regular meeting schedule or if there are any special meetings required.
| Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Tuesday, January 14, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, February 11, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, March 11, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, April 8, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, May 13, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, June 10, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, July 8, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, August 12, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, September 9, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, October 14, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, November 4, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
| Tuesday, December 9, 2025 | 3 p.m. |
Agendas for upcoming meetings are posted by 3 p.m. on Friday preceding the regular Tuesday meeting. Meeting minutes are posted following approval by the Commission the following month.
The Redevelopment Department is currently involved in numerous projects throughout the City. To find the most current status of a certain project, please reference the monthly Redevelopment Staff Report contained in the Agenda packet.
To view a copy of the 5-Year Capital Plan (2024-2029), click here.
Meetings & Events All Meets & Events
Veterans Day – all city offices closed
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Community Conversation: Brains, Braun, and the Bottom Line
Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 5:30pm
Indiana’s Senate Enrolled Act 1 introduced sweeping changes to income and property taxes that are reshaping local budgets and community services. Elkhart County Councilor Steven Clark and Mayor Gina Leichty will unpack what these changes mean for Goshen, discuss which course corrections could be most helpful in the 2026 legislative session, and share what they’re hearing from the Statehouse. This bipartisan discussion welcomes perspectives from across the political spectrum, with local legislators invited to join as their schedules allow. Join us for a candid, engaging conversation about the future of local funding and community services. The one-hour event will feature brief presentations followed by a moderated Q&A session.
Board of Public Works and Safety
Thursday, November 13, 2025, 4:00pm
The Board of Public Works and Safety and Stormwater Board is the chief administrative body for the City of Goshen. It oversees the day-to-day business of the City, including bids and quotes, contracts. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88469251269 To watch previous meetings visit: https://youtube.com/@cityofgoshenindiana2605?si=Z9-rQEOKF4D7fR6j