Hobart, Indiana - City Government

06/12/2026

⚠️ STORM RECOVERY SHELTER AVAILABLE ⚠️

Due to the severe storms that are moving through our area and the resulting power outages, downed trees, and storm damage, the City of Hobart is opening the gymnasiums at the Police Community Complex for residents who have been displaced or need a safe place to go.

📍 Police Community Complex
704 E. 4th Street, Hobart, IN
🚪 Please enter through the Maria Reiner Center doors.

The facility will provide a safe temporary location for residents who have been displaced by the storm while they make arrangements for alternative accommodations and as crews continue working throughout the city to restore services and clear storm debris.

We encourage residents to stay off the roads unless absolutely necessary, as utility crews, public works employees, police officers, firefighters, and emergency personnel continue their response efforts.

If you have a storm-related emergency, call 911 immediately. For non-emergency storm damage reports or concerns, please email [email protected] or call public works at 219-942-6121.

Send a message to learn more

06/12/2026

⚠️ STORM UPDATE ⚠️

The severe storm that moved through our area has caused significant impacts throughout the city, including multiple downed trees, power outages, and debris in roadways.

For your safety, we strongly encourage residents to stay home and avoid unnecessary travel until conditions improve. Please use extreme caution if you must be on the road, as crews are actively working throughout the city to clear hazards and restore safe conditions.

City crews, utility providers, police, fire, and emergency personnel are out responding and will continue working until all areas are addressed. We appreciate your patience as they work through storm-related issues as quickly and safely as possible.

📧 To report non-emergency storm damage, downed trees, blocked roadways, or other concerns, please email: [email protected]

🚨 For emergencies, including downed power lines, dangerous conditions, injuries, or situations requiring immediate assistance, call 911.

Please remember:
• Stay away from downed power lines and assume they are energized.
• Avoid driving through flooded or obstructed roadways.
• Use generators safely and never operate them indoors.

Thank you to all of our first responders, utility workers, and public works crews who are working through the night.

Stay safe, Hobart.

06/09/2026

🚨Rebate Program Update✨

Our Exterior Rebate Program is approaching its funding limit!

To date, the City has awarded:

🏠 $169,200.80 through the Interior Rebate Program (40 projects)

🏡 $801,008.87 through the Exterior Rebate Program (110 projects)

💰 Just $198,911.13 remains available for exterior rebates.

If you’ve been considering an eligible exterior improvement project, now is the time to apply. Funds are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Thank you to the many residents who have helped make this program such a success!

06/09/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚧

We have just been informed that Wisconsin St has been closed at 41st Ave and is expected to remain closed for approximately one week while railroad crossing repairs are completed.

The crossing is jointly used by Norfolk Southern Railroad and Chicago, Fort Wayne & Eastern Railroad. The repair work is being completed by Chicago, Fort Wayne & Eastern Railroad.

Please plan alternate routes and allow extra travel time while work is underway.

06/08/2026

🎥 LIVE: Hobart Fire Department Swearing-In Ceremony

Join us as the Hobart Fire Department welcomes its newest firefighters during today's swearing-in ceremony.

This milestone marks the beginning of a career dedicated to service, teamwork, professionalism, and protecting the Hobart community. Family, friends, department members, and city leaders have gathered to recognize these individuals as they take their oath and begin their journey in the fire service.

Congratulations to our newest firefighters. We are proud to welcome you to the Hobart Fire Department and look forward to the impact you will make in our community for years to come.

🔥🚒

06/07/2026

🚣‍♂️ LIVE FROM LAKE GEORGE! 🦆

The Duck Tape & Cardboard Regatta is underway, and some of the most creative watercraft you’ll ever see are about to put their engineering skills to the test!

Will they glide across the lake? Will they spring a leak? There’s only one way to find out.

06/07/2026

🦆 We’re LIVE from the Dam Duck Race! Join us as thousands of ducks take to the water for one of Hobart’s favorite summer traditions. Who will claim ducky victory? Tune in and find out! 💦🏁

06/05/2026

🚂 Big Boy rolls through Hobart!

06/05/2026

City Council Recap:

The Hobart Common Council approved changes related to the governance and oversight of the Scout Cabin, a community resource used by local scouting organizations including Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA, and Girl Scouts.

The action follows several months of discussions between Mayor Josh Huddlestun and local scouting leaders regarding the long-term sustainability of the facility and local scouting programs. As volunteer leadership naturally changes over time, the approved structure is intended to help provide continuity, support coordination among scouting organizations, and ensure consistent stewardship of the Scout Cabin for future generations.

The initiative reflects the City's commitment to supporting youth development opportunities and preserving community assets that have served Hobart families for decades.

Board appointments and swearing-in ceremonies are expected soon. Additional details will be shared as they become available.

06/05/2026

Check out the City of Hobart's meeting schedule for the month of June!

Attend in person at City Hall or tune in via Zoom.
(Meetings take place in the Council Chambers unless *specified*)

Check the schedule anytime by visiting:
https://cityofhobart.org/calendar.aspx?CID=30,14