Category Archives: Valparaiso
Valparaiso City Council Passes Building Permit Ordinance, Mayor vows to veto
It is budget season in Valparaiso. One of the hallmarks of this season is long municipal meetings. The October 12th Valpo City Council meeting went for just under five hours. There was one resolution and five ordinances on the agenda, along with two items for discussion under other business. The meeting concluded just…
Decorated Halloween Homes
From family-friendly pumpkin displays and whimsical Halloween scenes to elaborate haunted yards filled with skeletons, ghosts, giant inflatables, and eerie lighting, local homeowners go all out to celebrate the season. Discover Halloween displays throughout Lake, Porter, and LaPorte counties, and plan a festive evening drive with family and friends to see the creativity decorating neighborhoods across the region.
Valparaiso City Council October 12th Meeting Agenda
The City Council of the City of Valparaiso will meet for its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, October 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. (local time). This meeting will be held at City Hall and will be open to the public. In addition, the meeting will be livestreamed, and a recording of this meeting will be…
Valparaiso Begins Work on Data Center UDO (Unified Development Ordinances)
The city of Valparaiso is working on development and zoning regulations specifically addressing data centers. Data centers were the topic of discussion this evening at the October 6th, 2026 at the Plan Commission meeting. Currently Valparaiso has a moratorium on data centers, but it “Shall automatically expire upon the effective date of amendments…
The Hub NWI is More Than Just An Event Space for Gatherings
More than just an event space, The Hub NWI is a complete, flexible, event destination. Looking for a venue that can do more than just provide four walls and a room? The Hub NWI offers the flexibility, equipment, and support you need to make your next event a success! “We had our company Christmas party…
Porter County Early Voting and Mobile Voting Begins Tuesday Oct. 6th
Early Voting, is available to Porter County registered voters, 2026 starts October 6th – November 2nd. This includes voting on Saturdays, and four locations throughout Porter County, Including: Chesterton, Portage, Valparaiso and Downtown Valparaiso. There are also various mobile locations as well. Please see the locations, times and dates below. Early voting Hours on Mon,…
Valparaiso City Council Discusses Flock Cameras And Approves Annexation For Pratt
The September 28th, 2026 Valparaiso City Council meeting was another long one going for just over four hours. The meeting began with a Flock Safety camera presentation, had four ordinances, and concluded with a presentation of Indiana House Enrolled Act 1001 followed by council liaison reports and public comments. The Council Chambers were…
Trail of Scarecrows Returns at Gabis Arboretum
The Annual Trail of Scarecrows at Gabis Arboretum is back. This fall, Gabis Arboretum invites you to celebrate the world of art and bring legendary artists to life, scarecrow style! Their annual Trail of Scarecrows is back with a new theme: Artists. Whether you’re inspired by classic masters, modern visionaries or local artistic…
Valparaiso’s Changes to Municipal Code Ordinance Prompts Controversy
The September 14th 2026 Valparaiso City Council meeting went for just under four and a half hours. The meeting began by swearing in the new councilmember following the resignation of Peter Anderson. There was one resolution and three ordinances on the agenda. Council liaison reports and discussion items included a proposal by Councilman…
Valpo City Council Bids Farewell To Councilman Peter Anderson
The August 24th, 2026 Valparaiso City Council meeting went for just under an hour and twenty minutes. The meeting began with a storm recovery update by Mayor Jon Costas. There were three ordinances on the agenda, one point of business, and ended with a farewell to Councilman Anderson followed by public comment. …
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