A-Z Directory

Who is the Commission? The commission is a nine (9) member board of appointed citizens. Eight members are appointed by the legislative and executive branches of South Bend and St. Joseph County governments. Appointments are as follows: two (2) by the County Commissioners, two (2) by the South Bend Common Council, two (2) by the…

Bendable With thousands of learning resources handpicked for South Bend, Bendable is free from the library. Downtown South Bend, INC DTSB is your source for all things downtown! Events, news, promotions, business information, dining, arts, entertainment, & more enFocus enFocus is a nonprofit with a novel approach to talent attraction and community development. enFocus intentionally matches…

Allies for Community Business Allies for Community Business provides the capital, coaching, and collaboration entrepreneurs need to grow great businesses in their communities Bankable Bankable is a non-profit, Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), a certified SBA micro lender, and Community Advantage lender. All of that to say, Bankable is committed and authorized to work with…

Have a question? Send us a note at XX@southbendin.gov and we will get back to you! 1. To access City data, head to the South Bend Open Data Portal home page. 2. If you know what you are looking for, just type the keyword or dataset name in the search tab and click on the…

Return to HRC Home Page About the Commission The South Bend Human Rights Commission was formed in 1956. Mission Statement To provide service to the citizens of South Bend through impartial, unbiased decisions regarding discrimination charges filed with the South Bend Human Rights Commission under the ordinance in areas of employment, housing, public accommodation and…

Departmental Procedures The inspector verifies the vehicle is considered abandoned according to Indiana State Law. The vehicle is ticketed with a red tag advising the owner that the vehicle must be moved or removed. If the vehicle owner has not complied within 72 hours, the vehicle is towed by contracted towing company. The Neighborhood Services…

***2018 Title VI Plan for Non-Discrimination in City Services Programs & Activities under the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Update to City 2103 ADA Transition Plan This Plan (viewable here)  was approved by the City’s Board of Public Works at its meeting January 10, 2019, and by the South Bend Common Council on January…

Finance The Finance Division is responsible for all the city’s finances, including accounts payable, payroll, and budgeting. The City of South Bend has a “AA” rating from Standard & Poor's Ratings Services as of July 2011.  The rating was assigned to the South Bend Redevelopment Authority as a General Obligation Equivalent Security. The 'AA' represents…

Why South Bend? Pro-business Technologically advanced community UPS/Fed Ex Distribution Centers located at South Bend Airport South Bend International Airport; both a regional and international airport Easy accessiblity to 14 interstates 5 major universities Attend events South Bend Business Forum Description The intent of the South Bend Business Forum will be to: hear updates from…

How we got here In 2008, Mayor Stephen Luecke was one of 1,000 mayors to sign the U.S. Mayors Climate Protection Agreement. The following year, he convened the Green Ribbon Commission, appointing community members from the public and private sectors to make strategic recommendations on approaches to reduce the City’s carbon footprint. In 2010, the…

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View the City's Data Policy The 2020 Indiana Residential Code (based on the 2018 International Code) will now be in effect by the State.  This will include the State of Indiana Amendments. 2020 IRC. A free viewing of the Code Book. Beginning February 1, 2020, and per IRC 310.1, ALL NEW HOME APPLICATIONS MUST ALSO…

Our office is open.  To minimize crowding, we ask that you continue to submit applications via drop-box or mail, when possible.  If you must work with us in the lobby, we ask that you please wear a mask and maintain 6’ social distancing. The 2020 Indiana Residential Code (based on the 2018 International Code) will…

South Bend's Climate Action Plan: Carbon Neutral 2050 The Office of Sustainability implements the community's Climate Action Plan. Carbon Neutral 2050, South Bend’s first Climate Action Plan, sets community-wide goals to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. First, it targets a 26% reduction by 2025 and culminates in South Bend becoming carbon neutral by 2050. The…

The 2020 Indiana Residential Code (based on the 2018 International Code) will now be in effect by the State.  2020 IRC. A free viewing of the Code Book. Per IRC 310.1, ALL NEW HOME APPLICATIONS MUST ALSO INCLUDE A BASEMENT PLAN THAT SHOWS AT LEAST ONE EMERGENCY EGRESS WINDOW OR DOOR FOR A COMMON SPACE.…

2018 Flood Documents  South Shore Station Alternatives (PDF) Synthetic Marijuana Documents Pokagon Environmental Impact Report LaSalle Park and Beck's Lake EPA Superfund Program Rental Safety Verification Program Climate Change  Educational City of South Bend Budget Series Presentations Substitute Bill No. 15-19 CBD Zoning Ordinance Amendment  Residential Neighborhoods Committee

Find your Council representative here. The Common Council meets on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month. To place an item on the Council's agenda, it must be filed in the Office of the City Clerk, Room 455, County-City Building by 12:00 noon on the Wednesday prior to the 2nd and 4th Monday of…

Parking Ticket Amnesty Day The Common Council passed Ordinance Number 10471-16, which gives the City Clerk the ability to declare an annual Parking Ticket Amnesty Day, the one day per year when parking ticket (overtime only) late fees will be forgiven, allowing those with unpaid parking tickets to pay the original cost of the ticket…

The City will fine property owners based on the number of problem calls.  Each call above the limits established in the legislation (5+ calls in a 60-day period for a property with 50 or fewer units; or after 12 calls in a 90-day period for a property with 51 or more units) will result in a…

COVID-19 UPDATE: PLEASE USE A MASK WHEN ENTERING OUR OFFICES THAT ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC BUT WE ASK THAT YOU STILL SOCIAL DISTANCE OR CALL AHEAD FOR AN APPOINTMENT. ALL MEETINGS WILL BE HELD VIRTUALLY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. MEETING LINKS FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS CAN BE FOUND ON THE RESPECTIVE AGENDA. FOR QUESTIONS OR TO…

Doing Business with the City Apply/Renew Business License Building Permits City Owned Properties Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE)/Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) Resources Redevelopment St Joseph County Health Department Zoning Permits and Requirements Riverfront Development 3-way Liquor License

Connect with us on Facebook to see our Business Development at work! [gallery order="DESC" ids="1657191,1657190,1657189"] Grants, Business Opportunities, and Trainings Updated Regularly Attend events Mentor-Protégé Program Sessions Description Join the online sessions every Wednesday to connect with prime contractors and small, minority-owned businesses! Date Every Wednesday from 1/26/22 to 3/16/22 Time 4:00 to 5:30pm Location…

Why energy efficiency? With energy use in buildings representing over 60% of South Bend’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, this area represents the largest opportunity for greenhouse gas reduction in the city. The many benefits of energy efficiency include: Environmental: Increased efficiency can lower GHG emissions and other pollutants, as well as decrease water use. Economic:…

Return to HRC Home Page Helpful Links American Civil Liberties Union - Indiana Department of Labor Equal Employment Opportunity Commission - EEOC Indiana Legal Services Indiana Protection & Advocacy Services - IPAS US Civil Rights Commission Volunteer Lawyer Network Indiana Consumer Complaint - Indiana Professional Licensing Agency https://indianaattorneygeneral.secure.force.com/ConsumerComplaintForm Return to HRC Home Page

OUR TEAM & PROGRAMS Meet Our Team! Learn about small-scale development in South Bend Learn about opportunities for online engagement Love Your Block Neighborhoods Consortium Food security Full Service Catalog is here: Service Catalog Learn how to increase your neighborhood’s digital engagement here: Digital Engagement Toolkit 2021

The structure of the EMS division includes 73 Paramedics, 44 Intermediate Emergency Medical Technicians, 24 Advanced EMTs and 84 Basic EMTs. There are 5 Advanced Life Support Ambulances that respond within the City of South Bend protecting the citizens and visitors to the area. Delivery of quality Advanced Life Support care to all of our…

Departmental Procedures When an inspector observes an environmental violation, pictures are taken, a citation is issued, and a letter is sent to the property owner. The property owner has 10 days from the date the citation was mailed to abate the violation. After the 10 days have passed, an inspector will reinspect the property to verify…

2022 MS4 General Permit - Notice of Intent The City of South Bend (227 W Jefferson Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601) and MS4 co-permitee, Ivy Tech Community College (220 Dean Johnson Blvd, South Bend, IN 46601) intends to discharge stormwater into the Auten Ditch-Saint Joseph River (Hydrologic Unit Code 040500012205), Chain-O-Lakes Ditch-Geyer Ditch (HUC 071200010202),…

The 2022 The Linden Avenue Pop-Up Markets @ Linden Ave.: Saturday, June 11 from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 16 from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, September 10 from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 8 from 1 to 5 p.m. OUR 2022 POP-UP MARKET VENDORS Fresh Produce, Fresh Food, and Fresh Ideas: Vendor…

The objective of the South Bend Fire Department is to provide rapid and efficient response to emergency medical incidents, fires, hazardous materials incidents, and complex rescue situations in order to safeguard the life and property of our citizens. This requires planning and development of response capabilities to ensure that future needs and the efficiency of…

What is a "green job"? A green job contributes to the decarbonization of our economy, the resilience of our community, and the restoration of our environment (definition is adapted from Green New Careers). As more communities throughout Indiana, the U.S. and the globe commit to a carbon-neutral future, green job opportunities are expected to increase.…

GENERAL PRESERVATION INFORMATION U.S. National Park Service & Historic Preservation State Historic Preservation Office Listing on the National Register of Historic Places by the National Parks Service is honorary and may qualify a property for financial incentives. National Trust for Historic Preservation TECHNICAL ADVICE Preservation Briefs published by the National Parks Service provide guidance on…

Return to HRC Home Page The Commission consists of nine (9) Commissioners, a Commission Attorney, and eight (8) staff members. The Board of Commissioners has six members appointed by the Mayor and three appointed by the South Bend Common Council. Meet the Human Rights Commissioners! Felix Marquez Chairperson Mayoral Commission Expires: 12/31/2021 Richard Herbst Vice-Chairperson…

Return to HRC Home Page Special Remarks: A Statement from Commissioner Penny Hughes, Chairperson of the Women's Concerns Committee: "On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified and signed into law by the Secretary of State on August 26, 2020, known today as Women's Equality Day, ending the long and hard-fought campaign to win…

Return to HRC Home Page Other Human Rights Agencies Indiana Civil Rights Commission 100 N Senate Avenue, #N300 Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 Phone: (317) 232-2600 Website: https://www.in.gov/icrc/ Equal Employment Opportunity Commission 101 W Ohio Street, Suite 1900 Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 Phone: (317) 226-7212 Website: https://www.eeoc.gov/ U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Ralph Metcalfe Federal Building…

Return to HRC Home Page Upcoming Webinars and Events May Events: Do's, Don'ts, and Donuts: May 25, 2022 | 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM Location: The Tree House - 217 N. Main Street, South Bend, 46601 Join the Human Rights Commission and the Transgender Resource, Enrichment and Education Services (Trees, Inc.) to learn how to…

Return to HRC Home Page The Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority, IHCDA, has just announced pre-eviction programs in Indiana, that they have $400 million in rental assistance for 92 counties in Indiana, including St. Joseph County, and have information for tenants and landlords alike. Click here to view those resources.  News Release - September…

Return to HRC Home Page [cl-itext texts="Join us at our upcoming events!" animation_type="zoomIn" duration="150" delay="3" font_size="100px" font_size_mobile="60px" color="#9d47bc" dynamic_color="#9d47bc"] Upcoming Webinars and Events! May Events: Do's, Don'ts, and Donuts: May 25, 2022 | 6:30 AM - 9:00 AM Location: The Tree House - 217 N. Main Street, South Bend, 46601 Join the Human Rights Commission…

    COVID-19 UPDATE: OUR OFFICES ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC BUT WE ASK THAT YOU STILL SOCIAL DISTANCE OR CALL AHEAD FOR AN APPOINTMENT. ALL MEETINGS WILL BE A HYBRID OF IN-PERSON AND VIRTUALLY UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. MEETING LINKS FOR PUBLIC HEARINGS CAN BE FOUND ON THE RESPECTIVE AGENDA. FOR QUESTIONS OR TO SCHEDULE…

The South Bend Human Rights Commission will be closed on Monday, June 20, 2022 in observance of Juneteenth (USA). We will re-open for normal business hours on Tuesday, June 21, 2022.  General Inquiry Form By filling out this form, you are only submitting a general inquiry and not filing a charge or making a report.…

Departmental Process When an inspector observes a housing violation, a letter is sent to the owner with details on the housing violation(s) along with the deadline for the repairs to be completed by. NOTE: The number of days an owner is given to repair the property varies based on the type of violation.  There are also…

Inclusive Policy Inclusive Procurement Policy Inclusive Talent Policy Inclusive Workplace Policy Inclusive Community Policy Inclusive Economy Policy Inclusive Toolkits and Workshops Inclusive Small Business Development-General Inclusive Small Business Development-Construction and Contracting Inclusive Procurement Toolkit Inclusive Talent Management Toolkit Diversity and Inclusion Workshops Inclusive Leadership Toolkit

Location-Based Incentives Industrial Revolving Loan Fund The Revolving Loan Fund provides gap and primary financing to private borrowers and start-up businesses in the City of South Bend, IN. It works for your business to equalize the playing field and offer an enhanced return on investment financing. Recovery Revolving Loan Fund (Covid-19) The Recovery Revolving Loan…

Indiana Michigan Power makes it easy to save on your energy bill with energy-saving tips, products, and rebates. Visit ElectricIdeas.com for rebates, low-cost tips, videos, and tools to stretch your energy dollars while also helping the environment.   Save @ Home REBATES TO HELP YOU SAVE AT HOME Saving energy doesn’t have to cost you.…

Services The Services Division of the Department of Innovation and Technology focuses on internal technology-related services for the employees of the City of South Bend.  Daily general operations and user experience fall under this division.  We are responsible for vendor management, assisting in the technology planning for new projects and buildings, security through rights management…

Who are Citizen Members? Citizen members participate in Common Council Standing Committees, Board, or Commission meetings. To be a citizen member, you must: Be a City of South Bend resident for at least one year (and inform the Chairperson if your address changes while a citizen member) Be able to attend meetings regularly Be able…

    Since 1973, approximately 200 Local Landmarks in South Bend and St. Joseph County, 9 Local Historic Districts, and several National Register Districts and properties have been designated. About 6,000 sites and structures have been identified in architectural surveys as Outstanding, Notable, or Contributing resources of the area’s history. Preserving South Bend and St.…

The Love Your Block Program utilizes a high-impact volunteer strategy and mini-grants that connects community stakeholders and city agencies with local residents to help revitalize their neighborhoods and eliminate blight. The program captures the energy and commitment of residents to lead and make the initiative sustainable. In this process citizens are making their neighborhoods -and…

The Department does not provide legal advice to members of the public. Information and Resources 2015 Annual Report  Claims How do I file a claim against the City? If you believe the City of South Bend is responsible for damage to your property or person, a claim must be filed with the City's Legal Department.…

Office of Diversity & Inclusion Team Michael A. Patton, MNA Diversity, Compliance, & Inclusion Officer                   Antonius Northern Inclusion Project Manager anorther@southbendin.gov 574-235-9261               Larry King Contract Compliance Administrator lking@southbendin.gov 574-235-9710               Kimberly West Inclusion…

Resources for small businesses CDFI Friendly South Bend CDFI Friendly South Bend connects with local borrowers, understands their capital needs, then matches them to lenders to meet these needs. CDFIs are community development financial institutions. Advancing Black Entrepreneurs Chase for Business and Advancing Black Pathways have come together to offer Advancing Black Entrepreneurs – a collection of practical…

Attend events Mentor-Protégé Program Sessions Description Join the online sessions every Wednesday to connect with prime contractors and small, minority-owned businesses! Date Every Wednesday from 1/26/22 to 3/16/22 Time 4:00 to 5:30pm Location https://tinyurl.com/CoSBProtegePro

Antonius Northern, Assistant Business Development Director anorthern@southbendin.gov 574-235-9710 Contact me for: Business Community Initiatives       Michelle Adams, Business License Administrator madams@southbendin.gov 574-235-5912 Contact me for: Applying or renewing business licenses General business license inquiries       Elizabeth Mayorga, Business Development Specialist emayorga@southbendin.gov 574-235-7529 Contact me for: Information about the Industrial Revolving Loan…

MEET OUR TEAM Alkeyna Aldridge Director of Engagement & Economic Empowerment Alkeyna Aldridge is an experienced public servant with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education and government administration industries. She is especially skilled in community development and social services with a focus on participatory decision-making. When she’s not helping out her native…

MIAMI HILLS SMALL AREA PLAN WHY: The City of South Bend invites you to participate in a planning process for the Miami Hills area. This process will identify small targeted neighborhood improvements and potentially help secure State funding to revitalize the Miami Hills apartment complex. The project boundary for this planning initiative is defined by…

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Energy Efficiency Programs for NIPSCO Business Customers PRESCRIPTIVE Receive prescriptive incentives for replacing outdated equipment with new, qualifying energy-efficient equipment. To learn more about the program visit NIPSCO.com/Business. CUSTOM Custom incentives are available for energy-efficient equipment upgrades that are not on the prescriptive incentive list. Incentives are determined based on estimated reduction in energy. Be…

Neighborhoods Consortium To encourage inclusive civic voice and participation citywide, South Bend community leaders have formed the Neighborhoods Consortium (NC). The NC is composed of one representative and one alternate from the City’s active neighborhood and business associations as well as from a few key organizations that invest in neighborhoods. The purpose of the NC…

Federal Grants Neighborhood Development monitors annual federal entitlements to the City of South Bend from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These funds benefit low to moderate income persons and/or eliminate slum and blight. The City conducts an annual application/request for proposal and award processes for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME,…

Violation Types & Procedures Neighborhood Services & Enforcement (formerly Code Enforcement) is responsible for identifying ordinance violations and responding to citizen complaints within city limits. Please see Neighborhood Services & Enforcement Overview for more information. The most common types of violations are: Trash/Litter Tall Grass Uncontrolled Dumping Traffic Obstructions Snow Removal Abandoned and Illegally Parked Vehicles…

Have a question? Send us a note at XX@southbendin.gov and we will get back to you! 1. To access City data, head to the South Bend Open Data Portal home page. 2. If you know what you are looking for, just type the keyword or dataset name in the search tab and click on the…

Animal Welfare Municipal Code These laws protect citizens from dangerous or nuisance animals and provide for basic animal care requirements.  Only the most common problems are outlined below.  Please read Chapter 5 of the South Bend Municipal Code for all pet ownership ordinances. Controlling Animals Animal owners must comply with the following ordinance: Dogs and…

PARKING TICKET AMNESTY: Monday, July 26th, 2021- Friday, July 30th, 2021. City Tickets may be issued for violating parking, loud noise, animal control, code enforcement, curfew and city park ordinances. Fines for tickets issued are paid to the City through the Ordinance Violation Bureau. Payments may be made by: Cash, Check, Money order, or Visa/Mastercard…

View Adoptable Pets Adoption Hours and Location Dogs and cats are available for adoption at 521 Eclipse Place in South Bend. In order to meet our animals you must first submit an application. We are by appointment only for meet-n-greets with an approved adoption application. We are open for adoption counseling and to meet our…

Studies & Reports Climate Action Plan: Carbon Neutral 2050 Downtown South Bend Residential Market Potential Update - Exec Summary (2021) Downtown South Bend Residential Market Potential Update (2021) East Bank Residential Market Potential - Exec Summary (2021) East Bank Residential Market Potential (2021) Northeast Residential Market Potential - Exec Summary (2021) Northeast Residential Market Potential…

General Information A request for records must identify with reasonable particularity the record being requested.  It should be noted that not every request for records can be granted.  The stated policy of the APRA and its broad definition of public records make most records accessible to the public; however, the APRA specifically excludes certain types of…

We believe that the overall quality of life for all citizens will improve through the deterrence of criminal activity and the understanding of the diversity of cultures within our community. Therefore, we pledge to deliver fair and impartial law enforcement service to all citizens.

It is our mission to build the foundation for a thriving city. We achieve this mission by: Providing essential household services. Developing sustainable assets and infrastructure. Enhancing the community’s quality of life.  

The Planning & Community Resources team includes the Historic Preservation Commission.   Neighborhood Corridors Matching Grant Program In partnership with the City of South Bend, the Urban Enterprise Association is offering a Neighborhood Corridors Matching Grant Program that provides up to a 50% reimbursement for qualifying exterior improvements to commercial, mixed use, and industrial buildings…

Why renewable energy? Our community can dramatically reduce our carbon footprint by purchasing or directly generating electricity from clean, renewable sources. To achieve our goal of carbon neutral by 2050, South Bend will need to increase on-site renewable energy installations, support actions by electric utilities to procure electricity from renewable energy sources, electrify heating and…

Are YOU the NEW FACE of the South Bend Fire Department? The dedicated professionals of the South Bend Fire Department are committed to providing excellence in professional emergency services. We serve a diverse population of approximately 102,000 permanent citizens and provide mutual aid response to the University of Notre Dame, the City of Mishawaka, and…

The Common Council meets on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month. To place an item on the Council's agenda, it must be filed in the Office of the City Clerk, Room 455, County-City Building by 12 Noon on the Wednesday prior to the 2nd and 4th Monday. View Rules and Procedures (PDF) The…

Starting a Business in South Bend Guide A handbook for starting a business in South Bend Starting a Business in Indiana From getting your business off the ground to day-to-day operations, INBiz’s experts and user-friendly interface will guide you through the process step by step. If we don’t have the answer, we’ll find you someone…

“SB UX” is the City's user testing cohort program. When the City builds or launches new resident-facing technology or tool, we want to make sure that it’s accessible and user-friendly. We hope to accomplish this by inviting interested residents to join cohorts. Cohorts will receive emails throughout the lifecycle of a project and be invited…

Lost and Found | Pet Licensing | Pet Owner Resources | Donate Pet Adoption Visit the Animal Resource Center to meet your new best friend!  Dogs and cats are available for adoption at our shelter located at 521 Eclipse Place. ADOPTIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY. We are open for adoption counseling and, once your application…

TRASH PICKUP DAYS Pickup for trash collection, yard waste and bulky item occur on the same day. Look up trash day by address. NEW TRASH SERVICE/ADDITIONAL BINS Residents can sign up for weekly trash collection when setting up new water service by calling 311. Monthly trash service is $13.98 per month and is billed on…

What we focus on Climate change is an urgent threat to our city. The Office of Sustainability is leading the effort to coordinate our community’s response through both climate adaptation and mitigation strategies that center on equity. Key components of these strategies include: Renewable energy Energy efficiency Increased clean transportation and sustainable land use Green…

Streets The Division Streets repairs and maintains 1,276 travel lane miles of road surface in the city limits. Maintenance on streets ranges from paving and patching in the summer to plowing snow in the winter. In 2019, 36 lane miles were resurfaced and 363 tons of patch mix were used to fix potholes. In addition…

TIF District Adjustment The City of South Bend is proposing adjustments to its TIF Districts.  These adjustments will add or remove several properties from these districts.  Please see the map and FAQ below for additional information. TIF Public Info Meeting Presentation Online Edition MAP OF TIF DISTRICTS WITH PROPOSED ADJUSTMENTS CONFIRMING RESOLUTIONS Resolution No. 3485…

Adult Business The category of Adult Business includes the following establishments:  Adult Bookstore, Adult Motion Picture Theater, Adult Mini Motion Picture Theater, Adult Motion Picture Arcade, Adult Cabaret (a.k.a. Class B Cabaret), Adult Drive-in Theater, Adult Live Entertainment Arcade, Adult Motel or Adult Service Establishment. Adult Business License Application Fee: $500.00 Expiration Date: January 31…

This Equality of opportunity also includes freedom from discrimination based on age, gender and disability. If you believe you are a victim of discrimination in City programs, activities or services contact: City of South Bend Department of Law ADA/Title VI Coordinator 1200 S. County-City Building South Bend, IN 46617 574-235-9241 DOWNLOAD TITLE VI NOTICE Title…

Pay Your South Bend Utility Bill South Bend Municipal Utilities distributes the monthly utilities bill, which is comprised of trash pickup, water and sewer services. Account holders can visit the South Bend Municipal Utilities Office, located at 125 W Colfax Avenue or call 311. Below are the various options for bill pay. Note: All payments…

City Resources Business Development in South Bend Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives Equitable City Spending School Districts Penn-Harris District Small Business Lending Connecting to Local Funding

More information: VPA Strategic Plan 2017 - 2021 Annual Report Links: My SB Parks & Trails Best. Week. Ever. Morris Performing Arts Center Century Center Palais Royale Bendix Arena Howard Park  

Purdue Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Upskill SB: Certification Reimbursement and Learning Support Program Latin American Chamber: Empresarios Certified-Minority Certified

INNOVATION WORKING FOR YOU The City of South Bend utilizes an innovative approach to make its Solid Waste operations more efficient. Through the following efforts, the City powers its Solid Waste fleet and collects valuable data to improve performance, which guides future planning. In doing so, the City seeks to maximize the use of taxpayer…

Combined Sewer Overflow Like many cities, South Bend has a combined sewer, meaning rainwater and sewage often travel in the same pipes. When excess rain overloads these pipes, an event known as a combined sewer overflow (CSO) occurs, sending dirty water into the river. As required by federal regulation, the City is taking steps to upgrade…

Drinking Water Quality The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires water systems to supply their customers with an annual drinking water quality report called the Water Quality Report. This report was designed for Americans to make practical, knowledgeable decisions about their health and their environment. South Bend Water Works' Water Quality Report is distributed…

Members Adams High School Lexi Lipsey – Junior Clay High School Kaitlyn Nicholson – Junior Zoe Nicholson – Junior Riley High School Alexis Sult – Freshman Gabrel Kempf  – Senior Joseph Che' A. Brueseke – Sophomore Kathleen Burns – Sophomore Washington High School Alondra Coria – Senior LeRonda Kindred – Senior Mishawaka High School Salomon…

Zoning Ordinance              Zoning Map SOUTH BEND BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS Meets monthly to hear requests for variances from the development standards of the zoning ordinance, special exception, and use variance requests.  The Board meets on the first Monday of each month at 4:00 p.m. on the 4th Floor of…

Common Zoning Violations   Vehicles parking in front yard setback. Vehicles parking on vacant lots. Over-sized vehicle parked in a residential zone. Operating a business in a residential zone. Extensive auto repairs being performed in a residential zone. Departmental Procedures Due to the broad variety of zoning violations, each problem is reviewed individually and the process varies.…