What’s happening in the parks: the week of August 16, 2021

The following events and programs are happening the week of August 16, 2021, in Fort Wayne Parks.
Allen County Courthouse

Allen County Courts return COVID-19 masking option to courtrooms

In response to the surge in COVID-19 cases and Allen County’s return to orange status, the Allen County Circuit and Superior courts have updated their policy on wearing masks and facial coverings in court buildings.

Violent and property crime down thus far in 2021

Today the City of Fort Wayne, Indiana, announced that violent crimes are down by 46.30 percent and property crimes are down 6 percent for the first seven months of 2021 as compared to data from the same 2020 timeframe.

WorkOne Career Centers requiring masks

Beginning Monday, August 9, masks will be required for all customers and staff at the 11 WorkOne Northeast career centers in northeast Indiana.

Reconnect as Open Streets Fort Wayne returns 8/29/2021

Open Streets Fort Wayne will return on Sunday, August 29, 2021, for the fourth year along a 1.5-mile corridor.

Shoaff Park Golf Course closed on August 7, 2021

The Shoaff Park Golf Course and Driving Range will be closed on Saturday, August 7, 2021, because the park is the site of a Fort 4 Fitness event that day.

Mayor’s Youth Engagement Council application deadline extended

The application deadline for Mayor Tom Henry’s Youth Engagement Council for the 2021-22 school year has been extended until August 12, 2021.

INDOT 2021 ADA Transition Plan available

The Indiana Department of Transportation has released the 2021 ADA Transition Plan.

Redevelopment meeting rescheduled – 8/9/2021

The Redevelopment Commission meeting previously scheduled for July 28, 2021, has been canceled because there are no agenda items.

Habitat for Humanity partners with TenPoint Coalition, City

Today, the City of Fort Wayne and Mayor Henry announced a partnership between Habitat for Humanity the Fort Wayne UNITED TenPoint Coalition to bring the construction of new houses to southeast Fort Wayne, Indiana.