Welcome

I am Dick Moore and I am the Mayor of this wonderful City. Obviously, I am very proud of what we have to offer and I am inviting you to take a closer look at us. You will find Elkhart is a great place to live, work, and play. You will discover that we have a very capable work force and unbelievable customer base. We have much to offer. My staff and I are ready to work with you in locating your business to Elkhart. If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me. <continue reading>

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The New Lerner Theatre has put the heart back in Elkhart. The former Elco Theater has been completely renovated to add 6,000 square feet of meeting space, state of the art video and audio capabilities, an enlarged stage area, and other improvements to make it a first-class performing arts center. Design of The Lerner Theatre allows adaptability for various uses. Some of the features will include:

• Seating for more than 1700
• A movable stage that will allow a larger surface area in the up position and, when not needed, will allow additional seating in the down position
• A state of the art video/audio system that will allow televised sporting events like Notre Dame football games and IU basketball games on a 50-foot screen as well as afford the opportunity to have interactive television with anyone anyplace in the world
• A colonnade along Franklin Street which will provide shelter for those standing in line to attend events or purchase tickets
• Connections to the Chamber of Commerce building to permit joint use of The Lerner Theatre and the Chamber building for shows and other activities
• Cooperative programming with the IUSB Elkhart facility

Construction began in early 2009 and was completed in June of 2011. The existing space was renovated, and the new construction to the north of the existing theater has added flexible space that can be used for wedding receptions, small theater productions, proms, and meetings. A catering kitchen, elevators, and expanded lobby area are all features of the new facility.

Major funding included a $10.5M City bond issue which does not increase taxes. Private funding was sought and secured. Tax deductible donations can still be made through the Elkhart County Community Foundation. Your gift will provide a lasting impact on the Elkhart community and will be a gift to your children and grandchildren for generations to come.

The steering committee responsible for this project is co-chaired by Jack Cittadine, Art Decio, and Bob Deputy. Other members include John Dille III, Tom Dusthimer, Alice Martin, Frank Martin, Rex Martin, George Thomas, Scott Welch, and Jeff Wells.

City News

• Job Listings
  Published: Friday, January 27, 2012
  City Job Openings
  
• ADA Accessibility Guidelines
  Published: Tuesday, January 24, 2012
  Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Standards for Accessible Design and Guidelines for Pedestrian Facilities in the Public Right-of- way.
  
• ADA Coordinator and Procedures Resolution
  Published: Tuesday, January 24, 2012
  A resolution of the Common Council of the City of Elkhart, Indiana adopting the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ADA Coordinator and Procedures.
  
• Elkhart Ranks #10 in Forbes "Best Places To Live Cheaply" List
  Published: Tuesday, August 16, 2011
  Forbes.com recently listed Elkhart-Goshen, Indiana #10 in their "Best Places To Live Cheaply" article based upon housing affordability index, cost of living, crime rate, unemployment rate, and school quality data. Read the article for more details and information.
  

City Services

What's Happening

• Dec. 8, 2011 All Day
  Thursday, December 08, 2011 All Day
  NIBCO Water & Ice Park
• Jan. 23, 2012  6:00 PM
  Monday, January 23, 2012  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Instructional Dance Classes
• Jan. 30, 2012  6:00 PM
  Monday, January 30, 2012  6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  Instructional Dance Classes

Upcoming Meetings

• Jan. 30, 2012  5:30 PM
  Monday, January 30, 2012  5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
  CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Jan. 31, 2012 10:00 AM
  Tuesday, January 31, 2012 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  CDBG Annual Action Plan
• Jan. 31, 2012 11:00 AM
  Tuesday, January 31, 2012 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  CDBG Subrecipient Meeting

Combined Sewer Overflow Alert

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