News & Events

CITY RELEASES FLOOD RECOVERY MAPLECITYNOW

A special edition of the MapleCityNow has been released and will be in all of Goshen residents’ mailboxes Tuesday, March 6. The newsletter covers important information about damage assessments, cleaning and repairs, and volunteer efforts. A portion of the information in the newsletter has been shared on the City of Goshen website and on social […]

ONLINE DONATIONS NOW ACCEPTED

If you are interested in donating to the Flood Recovery Fund, which will be used to assist residents on home repairs, you can now make a donation online by going to www.goshenindiana.org/flood-recovery-fund You can also make a check to the City of Goshen 2018 Flood Recovery Fund. These can be mailed or dropped off at Goshen […]

Mayor Jeremy Stutsman creates Goshen flood recovery donation line

Mayor Jeremy Stutsman is creating a flood recovery donation line with the purpose of financially aiding residential property owners with damage repair costs. The decision to create the line came after several community members expressed their wish to donate money to help flood victims, and after receiving knowledge that many homeowners affected by the floods […]

City warns residents about post flood scams

As flood waters recede, the City of Goshen warns property owners to be aware of potential scams. While most contractors offering repair services are legitimate, there are scammers who use emergencies to cheat people. There are several ways Goshen property owners can protect themselves:   Ask to see the ID of anyone who wants to […]

A message from Mayor Stutsman on ongoing recovery efforts

The following is a message from Mayor Jeremy Stutsman. It contains important information for residents to know about recovery efforts that continue in the city: It has been a very long week for many people. The City of Goshen is continuing to do all we can to help those who have been affected by this […]

ROAD CLOSURES DUE TO FLOODING

NOTE: This will be updated as more roads get closed due to flooding.  The following roads are closed due to flooding in the area: Chicago Avenue, between Lincoln Avenue and Pike Street (US 33). Bashor Road, between CR 17 and Greene Road (closed to through traffic). Kercher Road, between Century Drive and CR 31. The […]

SANDBAGS: WHERE TO GET MATERIAL AND SANDBAGS

If you need sandbags to prevent flooding on your property, you can fill them up with materials provided by the Goshen Street Department at their facility located at 475 Steury Avenue. Shovels to fill the sandbags will be provided on site. Below is a list of locations for filling sandbags for Elkhart County residents outside […]

Interurban Trolley Suspending Service at 6 p.m.

NOTE: The following is a message from the Michiana Area Council of Governments’ Interurban Trolley: Due to the current weather conditions we are suspending service on the Interurban Trolley and Interurban Trolley ADA Access Service at 6 p.m. The Interurban Trolley and Interurban Trolley ADA Access Service will resume normal service on Saturday, February 10.

Goshen Fire Department signs up to become Safe Place

Bashor Children’s Home announced Tuesday, Jan. 30, that the Goshen Fire Department, along with the Elkhart Fire Department and Martin’s Super Markets, have signed up to become Safe Places in Elkhart County. This means the GFD, EFD and Martin’s Super Market locations in Elkhart County will be a safe haven for children and teenagers in […]

REMINDER: BORDEN WASTE-AWAY TO BEGIN COLLECTING RESIDENTIAL TRASH

Beginning Thursday, February 1, 2018, Borden Waste-Away Service, Inc. will begin collecting residential trash for the City of Goshen. Service hours, dates and routes will not change, but residents are highly encouraged to leave their trash out for pickup the night before their scheduled collection date. Please be patient as drivers learn the new routes, […]