13 high-quality projects in targeted locations enhance neighborhoods
At Jamison’s Meats’ North Anthony location, which will make exterior improvements this summer, Mayor Tom Henry announced today the 13 recipients for the second annual Commercial Façade Grants. The City’s $260,000 in matching
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On Monday, March 15, Brooks Construction will begin replacing boardwalk decking on a section of the Rivergreenway located below the Bluffton Road Bridge on the St. Marys Pathway, and the section just east of Pemberton Dr. on the Maumee Pathway.
Only the boardwalks being worked on will be closed...
The Lawton Skatepark, located near the corner of Clinton Street and 4th Street in downtown Fort Wayne, is open for the season. Hours are 6 am – 11 pm. The lights at the park will turn off at 10:45 pm to alert skaters that the park will be closing soon.
This 20,000 square foot facility has 9 tons...
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department will open registration for children’s day camps and summer activities on Friday, March 12. If your child didn’t bring home a “Summer in the Park” or “Day Camp” brochure from school, you may call the office at 427-6000 to request one be mailed to you...
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to announce that the clubhouses at Foster Park, Shoaff Park and McMillen Park Golf Courses will open Monday, March 15 and remain open every day until the end of the season. To check on daily green conditions, call the golf course where you...
University of Saint Francis Offers Scholarships to LSA Graduates
Youth who participate in the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation Department’s Lifetime Sports Academy (LSA) for three years are eligible to apply for a full-tuition scholarship to attend the University of Saint Francis.
The Tom Jehl LSA...
Applications accepted through April 5 for service-learning opportunity
Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry today announced the formation of the Mayor’s Youth Engagement Council, which will be a group of up to 25 high school students focusing on service learning.
The council members will identify ways they...
Photo Contest sponsored by City and County park departments
How many times have you been out in the woods or driving down the highway and spotted a strange looking tree or plant and wished you had a camera? Or you saw the clouds making an unusual picture in the sky? Now’s your chance to document
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Popular Program Makes Assistance Available to Commercial Property Owners in Corridors Throughout Community
Mayor Tom Henry today announced the release of more funds for commercial property owners while showcasing a project completed with the first round of grant money.
“Since before I was elected,
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Dogs and cats are more than pets—they’re family. And just like any other member of the family, pets deserve to be cared for and protected. That’s why Fort Wayne Animal Care & Control is offering a Dog First Aid class on Saturday, March 27 from 12-4 p.m. at Animal Care & Control.
“We want pet...
Due to the warmer temperatures, the skating ponds at Lakeside, E. Swinney and Reservoir Parks have formed a layer of slush on top, making the ice unsafe. Given the current weather trend and the lateness of the winter season, all the Fort Wayne Parks & Recreation skating ponds will likely remain...
Fort Wayne State of the City address as prepared
Mayor Thomas C. Henry
5:30 p.m. Feb. 15, 2010
IPFW Rhinehart Recital Hall
Good evening. Thank you, Chancellor Wartell, for your warm welcome. I am honored to be here at IPFW, a key partner in strengthening the economy of Fort Wayne and northeast...
City collaborating with Women’s Enterprise, Chamber, SBA, SCORE, Indiana Small Business Development Center to offer free workshops
The City of Fort Wayne in cooperation with Women’s Enterprise, the Greater Fort Wayne Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Administration, SCORE, Community Development Corp...
Free event will be at 5:30 p.m. at Rhinehart Music Center to welcome families, students, business community
The City of Fort Wayne has rescheduled Mayor Tom Henry’s State of the City address to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 15 because of the snowy conditions in Fort Wayne.
The 30-minute speech will be in...
Group Looks at Garbage and Recycling Practices
Mayor Tom Henry is asking community leaders to assist in defining the criteria for the garbage and recycling contract. The mayor recently formed a Solid Waste Contract Committee that includes Neighborhood Partnership representatives, members of City Council...
Thank you all for coming. Over the past year you’ve heard me talk a lot about my commitment to finding a community solution to the space needs of City and County governments.
As this long process has unfolded, I’ve become more and more convinced that in a common solution we have a rare opportunity to...
WHEREAS, On February 7, 2010 the Indianapolis Colts will face the New Orleans Saints in Miami for Super Bowl XLVI; and
WHEREAS, This will be the 438th game the Colts have played since the team moved to Indianapolis in 1984; and
WHEREAS, Fans and supporters have enjoyed 230 winning games provided...
Today at Salomon Farm Park, Vera Bradley Senior Marketing Creative Director Monica Edwards presented framed images from their 2010 Spring Catalog to Parks & Recreation Director Al Moll, Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo Director Jim Anderson and Elizabeth Krohn, manager of H. Souder & Sons General Store...
Purcell Resigns to Aid Family, Roller Assumes Interim Role
Mayor Tom Henry today announced the resignation of Deputy Mayor Greg Purcell and the appointment of City Controller Pat Roller to an interim capacity.
Due to the significant nature of the role and numerous critical issues underway, Purcell...
Draft manual available for review and input with open house Feb. 11
The City of Fort Wayne’s draft Design Manual for new development and exterior renovation projects in the Downtown is ready for public comment. Anyone interested in learning more about the proposed manual is invited to attend an Open...
