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Invitation for Bids: For the purchase of 2025 or Newer Tandem-Axle Dump Truck
Tuesday, September 10, 2024
The City of Goshen Board of Public Works and Safety is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of a tandem-axle dump truck for use in the City of Goshen’s Street Department. The Board of Public Works and Safety is hereinafter referred to as “City”. Offers shall be submitted in accordance with... more
Indiana Avenue Bridge Closure
Thursday, September 5, 2024
The Indiana Avenue bridge (Bridge 403) will be closed between Chicago Avenue and River Avenue on Wednesday, 9/11/24, starting at approximately 8AM. The bridge will be closed for Elkhart County bridge inspections and should be back open by the end of the day. Access will be maintained between Indiana... more
Ferndale Road Closure at Railroad Crossing
Thursday, September 5, 2024
NIPSCO Gas has requested permission to close Ferndale Road / CR 15 at the railroad crossing between Elkhart Road / US 33 and CR 45, starting Monday, September 9, until Tuesday, October 1, 2024. NIPSCO is requesting this closure in order to complete a gas valve replacement at the intersection. Nipsco... more
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Board of Works
Today, 4:00pm
To join the webinar please copy and paste this link on your browser: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88469251269
Maple City Walk
Saturday, September 14, 2024, 8:00am
Board of Aviation Commissioners
Monday, September 16, 2024, 2:00pm
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.
Sponsors
We are actively looking for sponsors for the 2024 walk. If you are interested in supporting the event, please download and view the sponsor packet below. For more information, please contact Kimberlee Stephens 574-534-3003 or e-mail kimberleestephens@goshencity.com.
To view current programs and activities, please consult the 2024 Activity Guide.
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