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These grants were awarded with Federal funds, with a small portion coming from our RDC. Proud of Valpo for being fiscally responsible, and for being able to assist these businesses in receiving their grants.
Valparaiso awarded $300,000 in grants to 50 businesses to help them keep the lights on and workers on the payroll during the coronavirus pandemic.
They're back at it! The Mayor's Youth Council met this past weekend for a retreat, meeting department heads and learning more about city government -- as we learned from them.
Congratulations to the 7 newly promoted members of the Valparaiso Fire Department who were pinned at a special ceremony at City Hall. Pictured are: Valparaiso Fire Chief Chad Dutz, Lieutenant Jon Parkhouse, Lieutenant Stephanie McGuire, Lieutenant Danny Dever, Captain Mike Brettin, State Senator Ed Charbonneau, Captain Clint Gorball, Captain Scott Stafford and Battalion Chief Jack Bryan Jr.
Valparaiso is very fortunate to have such an extraordinary Fire Department, in the top 20% nationwide for departments their size and one of just 12 fire departments in Indiana to earn a Class 2 rating by the National Insurance Service Office.
Here is the agenda for Monday night's City Council meeting.
Here is the agenda for Monday night's City Council meeting.
It's the First Day of school for the Valparaiso Community Schools. As a reminder, school zones have a reduced speed limit. Watch for kids entering and exiting school buses. Do not drive around a stopped school bus and do not go through when red flashing stop signs are extended. Law states that both sides of the road must stop when a school bus has their red flashers and stop signs out. We wish our students, teachers and staff a great start to the school year.
Here is the agenda for Monday’s City Council meeting.
Here is the agenda for Monday’s City Council meeting.
Here is the agenda for Friday's Board of Works meeting.
Here is the agenda for Friday's Board of Works meeting.
For added convenience, the City of Valparaiso Is now accepting credit cards for City fees, such as building permits, contractor registrations, rental registrations and other City of Valparaiso fees. Fees may be paid In person at the clerk-treasurer's office, online through the city's website (valpo.us), over the phone or via mobile app (PayGOV). The credit card service Is offered through PayGOV, a secure, third-party platform. For any questions regarding payment for City services, contact the clerk-treasurer's office at (219) 462-1161.
Here is the agenda for the Monday, June 28 meeting of the City Council.
Here is the agenda for the Monday, June 28 meeting of the City Council.
Here is the agenda for Friday’s Board of Works Meeting.
Here is the agenda for Friday’s Board of Works Meeting.
Here is the agenda for Friday's Board of Works meeting.
Here is the agenda for Friday's Board of Works meeting.
Due to the lack of business, tonight's City Council meeting has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Monday, June 14 at 6pm.
Here is the agenda for tonight’s City Council meeting.
Here is the agenda for tonight’s City Council meeting.
Valparaiso is supporting businesses with a new Valpo Invests in Businesses (VIB) grant of up to $10,000 per business. The grant may be used for payroll, inventory, rent or mortgage, property taxes or insurance, utilities, equipment lease or to support remote work. To learn more about eligibility and sign up for announcements as application materials become available, visit http://www.tinyurl.com/VIBgrant #OCRA
If you haven’t had the opportunity to participate in this yet, make sure to sign up next time. It is an amazing opportunity to learn about different City departments & what they do.
Here is the agenda for Monday night's City Council meeting.
Here is the agenda for Monday night's City Council meeting.
Here is the agenda for Friday's Board of Works meeting.
Here is the agenda for Friday's Board of Works meeting.
The Blood Drive at Valparaiso's City Hall on Friday collected 50 pints of blood, enough to save up to 150 lives. Our thanks to all who supported the effort, including Valparaiso City employees. Mingyan Zhou from our Engineering Department is pictured here.
Tim Stites and Scott Arnold with Valparaiso Fire Department headed out today to give COVID vaccinations through the Homebound Hoosiers program which provides in-home vaccinations to those unable to travel to vaccine sites. To see if you qualify, call Porter County Aging & Community Services at 219-464-9736 and select 1 (Energy Assistance) or 5 (Emergency Assistance).
Currently Eligibility For Vaccination | Porter County, IN - Official Website
Learn about what groups are currently eligible for vaccination.
Here is the agenda for tomorrow’s Board of Works meeting.
Here is the agenda for tomorrow’s Board of Works meeting.
To further enhance efficiency and service, the City of Valparaiso has consolidated customer service operations for utilities and public works into a single Valparaiso City Services center. Now you can just call 219-462-6174 for a single knowledgeable customer service team, whether you're looking to inquire about billing, water, sewer, stormwater, trash and recycling, leaf or brush collection, snow removal or other city service. Or click "Report a Concern" at valpo.us. For full details, visit https://tinyurl.com/3keeswkx
Valparaiso's Amazon facility is scheduled to open late summer, creating more than 300 new jobs and representing an investment of approximately $30 million in Valparaiso. For full details, visit: https://tinyurl.com/3t9dj685
Congratulations to Clerk-Treasurer Holly Taylor for being recognized with the IAMC designation as an Indiana Accredited Municipal Clerk by the Indiana League of Municipal Clerks & Treasurers! For the full release, visit https://tinyurl.com/34chms8d
Journeyman Distillery plans on fast track in Valpo
The building will include a demonstration kitchen, brewery, distillery, cigar bar and other areas.
Valparaiso’s Residential Market Analysis & Housing Strategies Study has been released. Review it at Valpo.us. Valparaiso will host an online session on March 4, 2021 at 5:30 pm CST where Urban Partners will present key findings. The public may view by visiting Valpo.us and clicking on “Watch City Meetings.” Send questions to [email protected].
Here is the agenda for a special City Council meeting tomorrow at 5:30.
Here is the agenda for a special City Council meeting tomorrow at 5:30.
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Valparaiso Police Swear-in New Officer
The Valparaiso Police Department has added a new officer with the swearing-in of Matthew Zavacki today. Mayor Matt Murphy performed the ceremony within the council chamber of City Hall. Chief Balon, with numerous officers and civilian staff, joined the friends and family of Matthew who were in attendance to witness the event. During the ceremony, Chief Balon welcomed Matthew to the department, and stated, “One of the exciting experiences as a police administrator, is hiring men and women who will carry-on the culture of our organization. At Valpo PD we look to hire good people who have great values, and then we train them to be outstanding police officers!”
Matthew is a 2016 graduate of Andrean High School (Merrillville, IN), as well as a 2020 Indiana University graduate, completing a Bachelor of Art degree in Criminal Justice. Matthew is joining the Valparaiso Police Department after having served as a Detention Officer in the Lake County Juvenile Justice Complex.
Congratulations to Patrolman Matthew Zavacki. Welcome to the Valparaiso Community!
Here is the agenda for tomorrow’s Board of Works meeting.
Here is the agenda for tomorrow’s Board of Works meeting.
Congrats Brent!
Sergeant Brent Chayhitz Retires after 40 Years of Service
The Valparaiso Police Department would like to announce the retirement of Sergeant Brent Chayhitz, effective February 25, 2021.
Sergeant Chayhitz has served the City of Valparaiso for over 40 years, accepting his first appointment as a Probationary Patrolman on July 1, 1980. Sergeant Chayhitz has held various assignments in the Patrol Division throughout his career, remaining dedicated to the community and his fellow officer. Sergeant Chayhitz further assisted with investigations and was assigned as the Community Services Officers on January 1, 2016. Sergeant Chayhitz remained in this position until his official retirement today. In this role, Sergeant Chayhitz managed the department fleet, maintained equipment, met with varying community groups, as well as managed a host of other department needs. Sergeant Chayhitz service to our community has been greatly appreciated, as the Valparaiso Police Department will miss his presence. Congratulations Brent on a career well done and enjoy a well-deserved retirement!
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Since November: 50” of snow/wintery mix (with 32” in February alone)! We've had 33 snow events -- with 15 days straight in February. It’s a BIG job to clear Valparaiso’s 170+ lane miles. Let’s hear it for Valparaiso Public Works & Utilities.
Here is the agenda for the Monday, February 22 City Council meeting.
Here is the agenda for the Monday, February 22 City Council meeting.
Valpo! This is your last chance to join the Skatepark Webinar Session #2 to help Valpo Parks #RampUpValpo! 𝐓𝐎𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐑𝐎𝐖, 𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝟏𝟕𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐭 𝟔𝐩𝐦 𝐂𝐒𝐓
In this online engagement session we will provide project updates such as site selection, design, local art inclusion and potential special events and programming. This will be the second and 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 virtual public engagement session. Get on board and join the conversation!
Register to participate ➡️ https://bit.ly/ValpoSkateparkWebinar2
UPDATE City offices will be closed today. Please be safe & stay warm!
City of Valparaiso thoroughfares have been cleared and neighborhoods are happening now. As more snow is expected, the City of Valparaiso will close offices today, Feb. 16, 2021.
Essential services will continue, with a one-day delay in the pick up of trash/recycling. Please use caution on roadways. 32 days til spring.
An additional 8 inches of snow fell overnight across Valparaiso. Public Works crews have been working around the clock focusing on main thoroughfares and will start addressing secondary streets within the next hour. Other than essential personnel, City offices will have a delayed opening at 10 am, however a final confirmation will be made at 8 am. Trash and recycling will be delayed one day this week due to the amount of snow within our city. Please use caution today and share this message with neighbors.
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