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4th of July Safety Tips

Saturday, June 29, 2024

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... more

NOTIFICATION OF NORFOLK SOUTHERN TRACK CLOSURES

Friday, June 28, 2024

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... more

June brush pickup begins next week

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

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. Brush... more

Upcoming Events All »

Park Board Meeting

Monday, July 1, 2024, 4:00pm

Public may join in person or virtually by following this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89736482570

Fourth of July -- City Offices Closed

Thursday, July 4, 2024

Board of Works

Thursday, July 4, 2024, 4:00pm

To join the webinar please copy and paste this link on your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88469251269

Maple City Walk

The 16th Annual Maple City Walk is scheduled for Saturday, September 14, 2024. Participants have their choice between a marathon, half-marathon and 10K as they enjoy a beautiful walk or run along the Maple City Greenway and Pumpkinvine Nature Trail. All participants will check in and start their walk at the Clover Hills Building at the Elkhart County Fairgrounds. From there, they will follow the Maple City Greenway and Pumpkinvine Nature Trail until they reach their respective turnaround points. ***EVENT IS NOT PROFESSIONALLY TIMED

Registration

You may register for the event in person at the Goshen Parks & Recreation Administrative Offices located at 524 E. Jackson St., Goshen, Indiana 46526. You may also register online using the following link https://maplecitywalk.com/

**The event registration can be found under the All Activities & Events tab on the registration platform. New users must create an account by clicking on the account tab prior to registering.

Day-of registration is available on Saturday, September 14 starting at 7:30 am at the Clover Hills Building located at the following address:

Elkhart County Fairgrounds (Gate 6)
Clover Hills Building
17746 County Road 34
Goshen, IN 46528

Schedule

7:30 am: Day-of registration and check-in at Elkhart County Fairgrounds, Gate 6, Clover Hills Building. Parking is adjacent (17746 County Rd 34, Goshen, IN) until the walk begins. There are portable toilets at Gate 6 and along the route.

8:00 am: Marathon, Half-marathon and 10K begins. Walkers are allowed 5 hours to complete the 13.1-mile course along the Pumpkinvine Nature Trail and 9 hours to complete the 26-mile course.

Course Notes

Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
A roving volunteer will carry a first aid kit. In case of emergency, call 911.
Water and light refreshments provided.
Bring your own water bottle. You can fill personal water bottles and pick up light refreshments at the halfway point.

Volunteers

We need your help! We are always looking for volunteers to help us with this wonderful community event! Volunteer assignments include:

Registration/Check-In
Food/Drink Stations

If you are interested in helping out, please contact Kimberlee Stephens 574-534-3003 or e-mail kimberleestephens@goshencity.com. You may also sign up online at Acts of Service.