The City of Valparaiso and Valpo Parks have plans to break ground on the new Valpo Sports and Recreation Campus in the Spring of 2023. Just east of 49, 248 acres of land will be developed into sports and entertainment facilities, nature trails, and open green space. There will be turf fields that can facilitate baseball, lacrosse, softball, football, and soccer, with additional facilities for pickleball. Incorporating turf and lights will allow for longer days and longer seasons. Other areas of the park will feature walking trails and nature opportunities, as well as an accessible and inclusive playground. Learn more about the Campus by attending one of the upcoming public meeting presentations.

The Good Neighbor Award is an annual recognition, highlighting an individual who has demonstrated exemplary commitment to their neighborhood and the greater community through volunteerism and service.  Members of the community are invited to nominate individuals who demonstrate their volunteerism and commitment to the community by building a brighter future for Valparaiso. Nominees may represent all age groups, interest areas and walks of life. A committee of volunteers will review nominations and select a recipient to be recognized by Mayor Murphy during Valpo Parks' annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Submit your nomination today!

The City will begin its annual curbside leaf pick-ups from October 24 through December 2, weather permitting. The City has four collection zones and crews rotate continuously. Some areas of the city take longer due to more trees and the weather also affects the collection efforts. Sign up for progress update alerts and learn your zone.

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The City of Valparaiso hosted a Neighborhood Workshop on Tuesday, October 18, bringing together 40 residents representing 24 neighborhoods. Topics included an overview of the Neighborhood Improvement Grant Program, highlights of successful projects and how to apply. View the Workshop summary to learn more. Workshops are held regularly in an effort to inform and connect neighborhood groups.

The City of Valparaiso has retained its “AA/Stable” bond rating, based on the city’s strong financial oversight, resources, and overall performance, according to an analysis conducted by Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings. The rating places Valparaiso among the top communities in the state with only 19 Indiana municipalities receiving a rating of AA or better. Learn more.

The City of Valparaiso is proud to be Indiana's first Monarch City USA, to foster both habitats and awareness for monarch butterflies. The species is threatened worldwide as their habitats of milkweed and nectar plants are vanishing. Valparaiso promotes these habitats in our Parks and in our neighborhoods. Fall is the best time to plant milkweed, and residents can access free milkweed seeds at City Hall and at the Valpo Parks office on Campbell Road.