Government

The City of Valparaiso has upgraded its leaf collection efforts with the addition of a new leaf vacuum that adds efficiency and speed. The new truck holds three times the volume of leaves, allowing collection to continue with fewer stops to empty the...

The Crown Point Fire Department swore in its newest firefighter on Wednesday, Nov. 6.  After the unveiling of the department’s new fire engine, Crown Point Mayor Pete Land swore in Brandi Chavero, badge No. 85.  Chavero was born and...

Bob Thompson has been named Planning and Transit Director for the City of Valparaiso, announced Mayor Jon Costas. “We’re so pleased to have someone with Bob’s experience and talent already on staff at the City of Valparaiso. His institutional...

A new fire engine will soon hit the streets of Crown Point.  On Wednesday, Nov. 6, the Crown Point Fire Department unveiled its new 2024 Pierce Velocity Pumper.  Firefighters pushed in the engine, a tradition dating back to the 19th...

As of Friday, November 8, 2024, at 12:30 PM the precautionary boil advisory has been lifted. All affected Valparaiso City Utilities customers may resume utilizing their tap water for all purposes. No further action is needed. Thank you for your...

The City of Crown Point will continue to make Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements across the City in partnership with Lake County.  This fall, the Lake County Community Economic Development Department awarded $120,000 in Community...

On October 24, 2024, the Valparaiso Police Department and Porter County Sheriff’s Department joined together to honor members of their respective agencies for selfless acts of bravery, heroism, and dedication stemming from the April 25, 2024,...

The Indiana State Board of Accounts has completed its annual audit of the City of Valparaiso, earning a stellar report. In addition to the extraordinary audit, the City maintains its AA/Stable bond rating, based on the city’s strong financial...

If your child is currently enrolled in a Duneland School, you’ve probably already made the acquaintance at some point of one (or more) of the five officers assigned by the Chesterton Police Department to full-time duty as School Resource Officers...

The City of Valparaiso wishes to remind voters that it will offer free rides on the V-Line intracity bus on election days to encourage voter turnout and community engagement. “Transportation should not be an obstacle to participating in...