🏙️ City of Fort Wayne
• Inspire Neighborhoods Conference
Date: Friday, Sept 12
Location: Electric Works
Details: A city-hosted community event focused on neighborhood planning and collaboration
Why It Matters: Learn how your neighborhood can access funding, planning tools, and city support
Register/Info: https://www.inspirefortwayne.com
• Neighborhood Presidents Meeting (Q3)
Date: Monday, Sept 15 at 6:30 PM
Location: Basement, Citizens Square
Details: Quarterly update and discussion forum for neighborhood leaders
Why It Matters: Hear directly from city staff and engage in shaping grant programs and priorities
Details: https://engage.cityoffortwayne.org/neighborhood-presidents-meeting
• City Council – Committee Session
Date: Tuesday, Sept 16 at 5:30 PM
Location: Citizens Square, 200 E Berry St
Agenda: https://www.cityoffortwayne.in.gov/1518/Council-Documents
Why It Matters: Committees discuss upcoming policies, budget plans, and legislation before full votes
• Board of Works Meeting
Date: Tuesday, Sept 16 at 12:00 PM
Location: Citizens Square, Room 035 (Garden Level)
Agenda: https://www.cityoffortwayne.in.gov/1518/Council-Documents
Why It Matters: Decisions on local contracts, construction, and public works projects are made here
🏛️ Allen County
• Allen County Plan Commission Public Hearing
Date: Thursday, Sept 18
Location: Citizens Square
Agenda: https://www.allencounty.in.gov/281/Department-of-Planning-Services
Why It Matters: Zoning changes and new developments could impact housing, traffic, or land use in your area
• Emergency Management Advisory Council (EMAC)
Date: Monday, Sept 15 at 10:00 AM
Location: 4th Floor, Executive Conference Room, Citizens Square
Agenda: https://www.allencounty.in.gov/190/Emergency-Management-Advisory-Council-EM
Why It Matters: Updates on county emergency readiness and public safety coordination
• County Council Budget Hearing
Date: Thursday, Sept 18 at 8:30 AM
Location: Citizens Square, Discussion Room
Schedule: https://www.allencounty.in.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8342/2025-Budget-Hearing-Notebook-9624-version-2
Why It Matters: County departments present spending plans that impact services and taxes
🏫 School Boards & Community Events
• ARTS Under the Lights – Southwest Allen County Schools (SACS)
Date: Thursday, Sept 18 from 5:45 PM to 9:00 PM
Location: Homestead High School Stadium
Details: Annual community celebration of the arts
Why It Matters: A great family-friendly event showcasing student talent and district culture
• FWCS School Board Meeting
Next Meeting: Monday, Sept 22 (outside this week’s window)
Why It Matters: Upcoming agenda includes school safety and district budget review
• EACS & NACS
No public meetings posted during this window. Recommend checking district websites regularly.
🚨 Public Safety Highlights
• Emergency Management Advisory Council (EMAC)
See listing under Allen County
• Fort Wayne Fire Department
Fire Chief gets approval to hire additional firefighters earlier than scheduled
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• Fort Wayne Police Department
Recent incidents include:
📢 Public Comment & Participation
Most city and county meetings are open to the public. Select sessions like City Council and Plan Commission allow public comments.
If you have a concern or idea, show up or submit your comments through official channels.
📺 How to Watch or Attend
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In Person: Most meetings take place at Citizens Square, 200 E Berry St, Fort Wayne
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Watch Online: City Council meetings are streamed at fortwaynetelevision.org
🔮 Looking Ahead
• Fort Wayne Community Schools Board Meeting
When: Monday, Sept 22 at 6:00 PM
Where: Grile Administrative Center, 1200 S Clinton St
Why It Matters: Final discussions on school budget and student safety planning
💬 Quick Poll for Readers
🗳️ What topic matters most to you this fall?
☐ Road repair and construction
☐ Affordable housing
☐ Public safety
☐ School funding
Reply to this newsletter with your vote. We’ll share the results next week!
