Completion of Pufferbelly Trail Golden Spike section celebrated
Today, the City of Fort Wayne’s Public Works Division marked the completion of the Pufferbelly Trail “Golden Spike” section from Ice Way to Washington Center Road, a $4.2 million investment.
Riverfront Phase IIb public open space update
Construction is now underway for Riverfront Phase IIB, located along the north bank of the St. Marys River.
Economic Development Commission December meeting cancelled
The Economic Development Commission meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025, has been cancelled.
Winter weather garbage/recycling collection reminders
The City of Fort Wayne Solid Waste Department and its garbage/recycling contractor GFL want to remind the public of some important information as it relates to the collection of garbage and recycling materials in the City of Fort Wayne.
Applications open for 2026 FORT-ify Program
Applications are now open for the City of Fort Wayne’s 2026 cohort of the award-winning FORT-ify Neighborhood Accelerator.
Leaf and leaf bag collection suspended until further notice
Due to leaves and bags being buried in snow, leaf and biodegradable bag collection is suspended.
Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting cancelled – 12/8/2025
The Fort Wayne Redevelopment Commission meeting for December 8, 2025, has been cancelled.
City of Fort Wayne prepared for forecasted snowfall
The City of Fort Wayne Street Department has begun converting the tanker trucks they’ve been using for leaf pickup into snow plows.
Agencies offering expanded emergency shelter options during winter months
Together with the City of Fort Wayne’s Office of Housing & Neighborhood Services, local agencies have prepared the annual winter contingency/emergency shelter plan, which will be in effect from December 1, 2025 through March 31, 2026.
Neighborhood Presidents meeting set – 12/1/2025
The City of Fort Wayne’s next Neighborhood Presidents meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2025.