The Fort Wayne Metropolitan Human Relations Commission, better known as Fort Wayne Metro, is the local civil rights agency, investigating discrimination complaints and educating the public about discrimination issues.
Today, the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division joined Fort Wayne Trails, DNR, residents and business owners to mark the completion of the Pufferbelly Trail “Golden Spike” section from Ice Way to Washington Center Road, a $4.2 million investment. Read on...
Construction is now underway for Riverfront Phase IIB. Recently redefined permit conditions set forth by various state and federal agencies have prompted changes to Riverfront Phase IIB construction. Read on...
Due to leaves and bags being buried in snow, leaf and biodegradable bag collection is suspended until enough snow melts to identify where leaf piles and bags are located. Read on...
There are 14 FWFD recruits in the 98th class and 16 FWFD recruits in the 99th class. Additionally, two firefighters are attending from the Huntington Fire Department. Read on...
To prepare for the snow event predicted Saturday through Sunday, the City of Fort Wayne Street Department has begun converting the tanker trucks they’ve been using for leaf pickup into snow plows. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s next Neighborhood Presidents meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025, at 6 p.m., Citizens Square in the City Council Chambers located on the Garden Level. Read on...
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker, joined by representatives of Visit Fort Wayne and Turnstone, today announced the selection of PB Development, the development affiliate of Price Brothers, as the master developer for the North River District. Read on...
Bring a friend and join the City of Fort Wayne’s Greenways and Trails Department to celebrate National Take a Hike Day on Monday, Nov. 17 at noon. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced the first recipients of opioid settlement funding to help individuals and families overcome opioid and substance addiction. The total investment is $1.002 million. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne and the Allen County Highway Department will host a public information meeting regarding the North Clinton Street Improvements Project on Wednesday, November 12 at 5:30 PM. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division today announced the completion of the 4.7-mile Covington Road Trail, which is part of the 28.8 miles of existing trails in the Aboite Trails Network. Read on...
I’m proud of the 2026 civil city budget that my administration presented to City Council. It was an investment-focused budget to move our community forward in a positive direction while continuing to be excellent stewards of public resources. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne Public Works Division is launching a new website, TRECtheFort.com, designed to improve communication with the traveling public regarding road restrictions and closures in Fort Wayne and surrounding areas. Read on...
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control has received a Community Care Grant investment from Banfield Foundation in support of their lifesaving work in the community. Read on...
Today, Mayor Sharon Tucker joined by residents, nearby business owners, and city leaders celebrated the completion of the Fairfax Avenue Reconstruction Project in the Mount Vernon Park Neighborhood with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Office of Housing & Neigborhood Services is offering a new grant program, Hope Through Heat, that covers the cost of replacing non-working heating systems in the homes of residents who qualify for the program. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced recipients of microgrants through the Youth Violence Prevention Program, a proactive plan to help address youth violence citywide in Fort Wayne. The total investment is $77,355. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services is soliciting proposals from area nonprofits to operate a new Homeless Services Center, which will provide services not currently offered in Allen County. Read on...
The event was part of the Indiana State Historic Preservation Conference, “Preserving Historic Places,” taking place September 30 - October 3 in Fort Wayne. Read on...
The Allen County Department of Environmental Management (ACDEM) and the Fort Wayne Fire Department (FWFD) are teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign. Read on...
The garage, just south of Headwaters Park in the 200 block of East Superior Street, is owned by the City of Fort Wayne’s Redevelopment Commission and is managed by ABM Parking. Read on...
Fort Wayne remains in strong fiscal health as Mayor Sharon Tucker and City Controller Pat Roller today announced the proposed 2026 budget for the City of Fort Wayne. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker and the Fort Wayne Fire Department leadership today announced that mediation efforts on a new collective bargaining agreement for Fort Wayne firefighters have ended. Read on...
Today, Mayor Sharon Tucker joined by residents, nearby business owners, and representatives from the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division, celebrated the reopening of the Parnell Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Read on...
The Summit City Entrepreneur & Enterprise District (SEED), is now taking applications for the third BUILD course designed specifically for small-scale developers and builders. Read on...
Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation and Community Development, in partnership with Jones Petrie Rafinski (JPR), have received a Green Ribbon Award from the Indiana Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects. Read on...
More than 200 neighborhood leaders and area residents attended the City of Fort Wayne’s third Inspire Neighborhoods Conference, held today at Electric Works, 1020 Swinney Ave. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division is inviting residents, workers, and shoppers to take part in three short online surveys that will help shape the future of retail in three key areas of the city. Read on...
The Fort Wayne Police Department has received a $50,000 grant from AWS Foundation to provide much needed accessibility improvements to Safety Village. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Homeless Services Manager provided an update about ongoing efforts to address homelessness at tonight’s Fort Wayne City Council meeting. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced her Youth Engagement Council will host an upcoming Youth Violence Prevention Forum which is part of the overall Youth Violence Prevention Program outlined last month. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker announced today that the historic Schaab Metal Products building along the riverfront, 1216 N. Harrison St., will soon be home to Mitchell’s Downtown and Flashbacks Downtown. Read on...
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department officially reopened Brewer Park located at 800 East Pettit Street Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Read on...
Sealing work scheduled to begin yesterday and today on the Towpath and Pufferbelly trails has been postponed due to expected rain. New work dates will be determined soon. Read on...
Indiana’s Statewide Historic Preservation Conference will bring over 250 attendees to Fort Wayne September 30-October 3 to explore the power of historic preservation in shaping vibrant communities. Read on...
Beginning Tuesday, September 2, the Paulding Road Reconstruction project will require a full closure of Paulding Road between Hoagland Avenue and Noll Avenue. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced the creation of the SB1 Fiscal Task Force as a way for the City of Fort Wayne to be proactive in its approach to helping ensure the City’s finances are strong and sustainable now and in future years. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Residential Accessibility Modifications Program is now open. This program offers qualified households a grant to make accessibility improvements to their homes. Read on...
Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control is communicating a rise in cases of feline panleukopenia in the community. We are encouraging pet owners and community cat providers to make sure cats FVRCP vaccines are current. Read on...
The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) is proud to announce the return of its Citizen’s Police Academy (CPA) after a seventeen-year hiatus. Read on...
Due to work on the Parnell Avenue Bridge Rehabilitation Project, the intersection of Parnell Avenue and St. Joe River Drive will be closed from August 25 through the end of day on August 29. Read on...
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker joined local developer Jerry Starks today to break ground on Phase II of Roosevelt Reserves, the first major single-family housing development in southeast Fort Wayne in 50 years. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Community Development Division today released heat and air quality data collected last summer as part of a federal Urban Heat Island mapping initiative. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced the first window to apply for funding related to helping individuals and families overcome opioid and substance addiction. Read on...
From August 16–24, 2025, storm drains across Fort Wayne will burst with color as local and regional muralists transform them into works of art carrying a powerful environmental message: Only Rain in the Drain. Read on...
The Indiana Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) Board of Directors has awarded Fort Wayne City Attorney Malak Heiny the first-ever Municipal Law Excellence Award. Read on...
Motorists should be advised that the eastbound right lane on Coliseum Boulevard from Lima Road to Speedway Drive will be closed beginning Monday, Aug. 18. Read on...
Due to the Open Streets Fort Wayne event, those attending the Fort Wayne TinCaps game on Sunday, August 17 at 1:05 p.m. may use Washington Boulevard, Jefferson Boulevard and Superior Street to avoid road closures for the Open Streets event. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker joined residents from the East Side and Harvester neighborhoods, members of the City Council, and City Utilities officials to celebrate a significant milestone toward enhancing neighborhood health and quality of life. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today outlined the Youth Violence Prevention Program, a proactive plan to help address youth violence citywide in Fort Wayne. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced a plan in partnership with City Council to invest financial resources in neighborhood projects to assist in providing an enhanced quality of life for all in Fort Wayne as a fun, family friendly, and safe community. Read on...
Due to milling and paving work beginning today, drivers should anticipate traffic delays on South Calhoun Street from West Jefferson Boulevard to West Branning Avenue through August 11. Read on...
The Maumee Pathway trail between Coliseum Boulevard and the gate just west of Maplecrest Road will be closed beginning tomorrow until August 31. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker joined leaders from St. Joseph Missions today to celebrate the opening of a new home, which will accommodate four women who have successfully completed their stay at the nonprofit agency’s emergency shelter. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker, Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, and our community gathered Thursday to reopen the historic Mechanic Street Bridge. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that she will lead a community discussion on youth violence. The purpose of the discussion is to hear from the public regarding concerns and receive feedback. Read on...
Bluffton Road Bridge will be closed between Brooklyn Avenue and Broadway, 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m., on August 7 and 8 while crews transport and set the bridge beams on the worksite. Read on...
Due to the Heat Advisory, Tread the Trails has been postponed until Thursday, July 31. Tread the Trails will begin that evening at 6:00 p.m. at Fellowship Missionary Church, 2536 E. Tillman Road. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne Traffic Operations Department has begun its annual street line painting program to enhance visibility and safety on our roadways. Read on...
On Monday August 18th, 2025, animal lovers ages 5 and up can participate in the Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control’s Humane Education program called Read to the Animals at no charge. Read on...
The one-lane traffic configuration that will be put in place during the second phase of the Bluffton Road Bridge construction has been rescheduled for July 15 and will continue through October Read on...
In preparation for the upcoming school year, the Pontiac Street Market is once again hosting its popular Pack to School event on August 2, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 918 E. Pontiac St. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker’s office today announced the Fort Wayne Fire Department Merit Commission has approved a plan that allows for more firefighters to be trained and hired in a faster timeframe. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne today announced the official launch of its newly redesigned website, offering residents, businesses, and visitors an improved digital experience with enhanced functionality, accessibility, and design. Read on...
Due to technical difficulties with the temporary traffic signal, the new one-lane traffic pattern expected to begin July 8 for the Bluffton Road Bridge Reconstruction Project has been delayed until further notice. Read on...
A new traffic signal to replace the current flashing yellow light has been installed at the intersection of West Jefferson Boulevard and Jefferson Park Offices, located between Engle Road and Olde Canal Place. Read on...
Lahmeyer will be closed to all traffic — except local traffic — between Trier Road and East State Boulevard beginning mid-morning Thursday, July 3, 2025. Read on...
Today, city officials celebrated Fort Wayne City Utilities earning the 25-Year Directors Award for decades of excellence in providing safe, high-quality drinking water to residents. Read on...
The new traffic patterns that will begin on July 8 for the Bluffton Road Bridge reconstruction will require traffic to be reduced to one lane of traffic at a time and will likely cause significant delays. Read on...
A City of Fort Wayne Redevelopment Advisory Committee, made up of economic development and community leaders, has selected two finalists to potentially serve as the master developer for the North River site. Read on...
The Fort Wayne Public Art Commission is inviting light designers and artists from the region and around the world to submit qualifications to create a light sculpture that will be installed in downtown Fort Wayne. Read on...
A new traffic signal has been installed as part of the Pufferbelly Trail project at the intersection of West Washington Center Road and Industrial Road Read on...
The annual Drinking Water Quality Report from City Utilities has been mailed or emailed, depending on how customers receive their bill, and will arrive soon. Read on...
Today, Mayor Sharon Tucker announced the Northwest Central Collaborative and East State Village Neighborhood Group submitted the two winning Connected Neighborhoods Initiative proposals. Read on...
For residents suffering with the hot temperatures, the Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services Heating & Air Conditioning zero percent loan program may bring some relief. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker’s office in partnership with City Council this evening announced that appointments have been made to the National Opioid Settlement Committee, Mayor’s Mental Health Commission, and Mayor’s Young Adult Council. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker and the City’s Public Works Department announced today that Open Streets Fort Wayne will return on Sunday, August 17, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m., for the eighth year. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Department of Neighborhood Code Compliance (NCC) will be leading additional enforcement hours in an effort to prevent residents from parking vehicles on the grass in residential districts which violates City Ordinance. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker joined Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel, parks staff, public officials and neighborhood association representatives to officially dedicate the new Lakeside Park Playground. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker and Fire Chief Eric Lahey today reiterated the commitment by the City Administration and Fort Wayne Fire Department (FWFD) to ensure the safety and well-being of all Fort Wayne residents. Read on...
The East Central Forward neighborhood plan reached a significant milestone this evening with tonight’s unanimous approval from Fort Wayne City Council. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that 22 local non-profit programs will receive funding from the City of Fort Wayne’s federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) dollars. Read on...
City Utilities' Three Rivers Filtration Plant has earned national recognition for its unwavering commitment to water quality and operational excellence. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker and officials from the United States Conference of Mayors and the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America (ABFHA) joined area youth today at Johnnie Mae Farm to kick off the new Plant, Pick & Plate program. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne invites elementary-aged students to attend one of four FREE bicycle safety workshops that will teach young bicyclists the essentials for a safe, enjoyable biking experience. Read on...
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker joined Parks and Recreation Director Steve McDaniel this morning at the Community Center to officially launch the 46th Annual Senior Games. Read on...
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and officials from the U.S. Conference of Mayors and the American Beverage Association for a Healthy America (ABFHA) will kick off the Plant, Pick & Plate program on June 6, 2025, at Johnnie Mae Farm, 2518 Winter St. Read on...
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced a new grant program open to City of Fort Wayne neighborhood associations that are looking to increase participation from residents. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker’s office today announced that several new initiatives are moving forward that are designed to enhance the quality of life in Fort Wayne. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s next Neighborhood Presidents meeting is scheduled for June 2, 2025 at 6 p.m., Citizens Square in the City Council Chambers located on the Garden Level. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne is inviting residents to share ideas that will shape the Waynedale 2040 Plan, which will establish a vision and make recommendations to help guide future growth, redevelopment and preservation efforts in the area. Read on...
The Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation Department officially reopened the pedestrian bridge at Lawton Park, a vital connection to the Rivergreenway just north of the Old Fort. Read on...
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker today announced that the City of Fort Wayne has been awarded a $1 million clean-up grant for the former OmniSource south property, now known as the North River site. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker’s office today provided a status report on the plans to redevelop the North River property that’s just north of the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Bridge approaching downtown Fort Wayne. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne is beginning work that will improve safety for both vehicles and pedestrians on a key section of the South Anthony Boulevard corridor. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker will travel to sister city Plock, Poland later this week with a delegation from the City of Fort Wayne. Mayor Tucker and her delegation will be in Plock May 8-11. Read on...
May is National Historic Preservation month, and this year the City of Fort Wayne is celebrating six decades of dedication to preserving significant buildings and historic neighborhoods. Read on...
In 2025, Fort Wayne is investing $95.5 million in essential utility improvements to ensure the systems that support our neighborhoods, businesses and growth remain reliable long into the future. Read on...
The 2025 Neighborhoods 101 Workshops are now scheduled, and residents can register for the first session that takes place on Thursday, May 29, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the main branch of the Allen County Public Library. Read on...
Fort Wayne Sharon Tucker announced today that 35 city neighborhoods have been awarded improvement grants to help make them more safe, attractive and enjoyable for residents. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker proclaimed today as Bishop Dwenger Girls Gymnastics Team Day in the City of Fort Wayne during a special recognition ceremony at Citizens Square. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s popular Curb Appeal program is back for the third year, with applications being accepted beginning Tuesday, April 22 at 9 a.m. Applications will close Friday, April 25 at 5 p.m. Read on...
Due to asphalt paving work on the Fort Wayne Urban Trail project, South Harrison Street from West Main Street to West Wayne Street will be closed April 18 – April 25. Read on...
In celebration of Arbor Day 2025, Fort Wayne Parks and Recreation in partnership with Trees Indiana will offer over 150 seedlings to the public (one per household) via a simple phone registration. Read on...
There’s still time to register for the 2025 Fair Housing Summit scheduled for Wednesday, April 23, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Memorial Coliseum. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne is offering sand and sandbags at the Three Rivers Water Filtration Plant beginning today at 1:00 p.m. for residents concerned about flooding on their property. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne, through its Public Art Commission, is seeking proposals from artists to work collaboratively with Harvester Neighborhood residents and create a piece of permanent art for the neighborhood. Read on...
The City of Fort Wayne’s Neighborhoods Department is releasing the first of a series of Neighborhood 101 guides and videos to support residents in strengthening their neighborhood associations. Read on...
Now that the coldest winter temperatures are past, the Winter Contingency Plan is winding down the operation of additional overnight shelter beds and warming centers. Read on...
About 150 residents attended the Southeast Strategy Update Open House this evening and contributed their ideas for future improvements in the area. Read on...
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and Harvester Neighborhood Association President Margaret Machlan today celebrated the completion of a new bus shelter as a milestone in neighborhood renewal efforts. Read on...
Mayor Sharon Tucker and Public Works Division leaders today announced $41.4 million in neighborhood infrastructure improvements will occur throughout the community this construction season. Read on...
A recent report from the Brookings Institution reveals that the Fort Wayne metropolitan area has achieved one of the highest growth rates in Black-owned businesses nationwide. Read on...
