Fort Wayne City Utilities with the assistance of Burgess & Niple, Inc. will be “smoke testing” sewer lines in several southeast neighborhoods beginning on Monday, October 6, 2008 as part of a sewer separation project in the area. Smoke testing will be done in the area generally bounded by Petit Avenue...
Working to Secure a Clean Energy Future is the theme of the 2008 Energy Awareness month.
Setting aside a time to remind us about saving energy began in 1981 with American Energy Week, which was observed from 1981 through 1985. It became a month-long observance at the Department of Energy in 1986...
Investigation Discovery's “Call 911” producer will talk to City's dispatcher, police officer, caller about 2005 burglary call
A national television show that features remarkable 911 calls and the calm, steady voice of emergency dispatchers will tape a segment in Fort Wayne Friday.
Producers from...
City's International Trade Conference is largest international trade event in state
Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry recognized two Fort Wayne-based companies as the Indiana exporters of the year at the City's sixth annual International Trade Conference at the Grand Wayne Center.
The Mayor awarded...
City's 2009 balanced budget includes an increase of less than 1% over 2008
Mayor Tom Henry and Controller Pat Roller release the 2009 City budget
Mayor Tom Henry today sent City Council his 2009 budget document on Oct. 1. The $134 million plan is just a fraction over the total for the 2008 budget,
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Exemplary Safety Keeps Vehicles on the Job
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recognizes safety efforts in Fort Wayne's vehicle maintenance as tops in the country.
Fleet management company, First Vehicle Services, received OSHA'S Voluntary Protection Program Star Award. The...
To improve efficiencies and save at least $200,000, City will have two pick-up cycles instead of three in 2008
The City of Fort Wayne's leaf collection will start on the city's north side Oct. 27 with two collection cycles instead of three as done in years past. Weather permitting, leaf...
Mowing lawn with leaves can provide excellent fertilizer
Fort Wayne Mayor Tom Henry is asking Fort Wayne residents to consider a “green” alternative to the traditional leaf collection this fall: mulching leaves on site in the yard.
Instead of raking all leaves to the park strip for pick-up, City
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Mayor Henry Fulfills Campaign Promise to Reach Out to Business and Government
Mayor Tom Henry today made good on a campaign commitment to work more closely with the business and legislative communities by naming Ozzie Mitson as his Business/Legislative Liaison.
“I said I wanted to work with our
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New award recognizes individual's extraordinary public service, commitment
From left: Jackie Redd, Charles Redd, Mayor Tom Henry
Mayor Tom Henry presented the first “Key to the Fort” award to Charles Redd, who has been a community advocate in Fort Wayne for 40 years Sept. 26. This new honor goes to
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Meetings with Henry on 9th floor of City-County Building
Mayor Tom Henry will hold the next Mayor's Night In from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at the City-County Building.
The public is invited to schedule an appointment to meet with the Mayor in his office on the 9th floor to discuss any...
Nelson Peters and Tom Henry Place Friendly Wager on Fort4Fitness Race
Mayor Tom Henry announced he's accepted a bet from Allen County Commissioner Nelson Peters on the outcome of Saturday's Fort4Fitness 4 mile race in downtown Fort Wayne.
“Commissioner Peters has been making comments about my...
Registration available online, any Fort Wayne fire station, Fort Wayne Scott's or Kroger store
The City of Fort Wayne and the American Red Cross of Northeast Indiana have teamed up for a special offer to those participating in Don't Miss a Beat, the communitywide hands-only CPR training...
Steering Committee Has Been Working on Plan for Several Months
Mayor Tom Henry today announced plans for a social service agency summit, a vision he discussed during his campaign for office.
“Our community is truly blessed with so many organizations and programs that want to reach out and help...
Pat Roller gives notice to Mayor Henry of intent to leave at the end of 2008
Mayor Tom Henry announced Sept. 16 that City Controller Pat Roller has informed him of her intention to step down from the position effective December 31, 2008. In a letter dated September 2, Roller thanked the mayor for the...
For Release: Thursday, September 11, 2008
Contact: Jason Freier, Hardball Capital, 404-579-5786
Rebecca Karcher, City of Fort Wayne, 427-1120
John Perlich, Parkview Health, 260-373-7206
Parkview Health Steps Up to the Plate
Makes major contribution to Harrison Square Project
Ballpark to be Named
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For release: Friday, September 12, 2008
Contact:
Rebecca Karcher, Public Information, 427-1120
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For immediate release
September 15, 2008
Contact: Rebecca Karcher, City Public Information 427-1120
Todd Ramsey, 3 Sheets Development, 421-1910
MAYOR ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW ICE FACILITY:PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP
Much Needed Additional Space for Hockey Leagues and Skating
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Allows for improved pedestrian, bicycle safety
Following through on a request from the Southwest Area Partnership, Fort Wayne's Traffic Engineering Department has installed pushbutton crosswalk signals at the intersection of Oakdale Drive and Broadway.
The new signals at the south and east sides of...
Amendments to tax abatement code on website for citizen scrutiny
City Councilwomen Karen Goldner, D-2nd and Liz Brown, R-at-large, have completed a draft to amend the current Municipal Code Chapter 153: Planning and Development, Designation of Economic Revitalization Areas and the Granting of Tax...
