Over half of South Bend households are eligible to receive a $30/month discount on their internet bill with the Affordable Connectivity Program. With this discount, some providers may offer internet plans at no cost! Visit southbendin.gov/acp to learn more!

We are excited to share that South Bend was named a Digital Inclusion Visionary Trailblazer by the National Digital Inclusion Alliance! Alongside our partners, we are grateful for this award that recognizes our community's commitment to bridging the digital divide.

Join us for the Inauguration Ceremony of Mayor James Mueller, City Clerk and Common Council at the Century Center on January 1, 2024 at 3pm. Doors open at 2pm and attendees are asked to please bring a canned food item to be donated to the Food Bank of Northern Indiana.

Thank you to everyone who attended the City of South Bend Inauguration this week. We welcome and congratulate our new council members and clerk, as well as our returning council members and mayor.

Residents and small businesses are invited to learn more about a street sign installation project and the opportunity to bid on related City contracts tomorrow, January 17 at 6pm during a public meeting at the Technology Resource Center.

The next quarterly Meet the Mayor and Team South Bend event on Thursday, February 8 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Ivy Tech Community College. Residents are invited to attend and have a one-on-one, 5-minute conversation with Mayor James Mueller and other city officials.

Come envision Downtown with us! The City, in partnership with Downtown South Bend , will be hosting public events to kick off the Downtown 2045 Plan process. For more information on the Downtown 2045 Plan process, visit together.southbendin.gov/downtown-south….

The City of South Bend released a series of billboards in the community to honor local African American leaders who’ve made important contributions to South Bend’s rich history and culture. The honorees are featured on three digital billboards around South Bend until February 25

The City announced that its Commuters Trust program is a finalist in the IDC Government Insight's seventh annual Smart Cities North America Awards in the Transportation category! The winner is selected by public vote! You can vote by visiting surveymonkey.com/r/SCNAA24 until Mar. 8.

We are looking for vendors, artisans, and performers who are passionate about sharing their culture through food, art, storytelling, music, dance, and more at this year's Fusion Fest! Appy by visiting sbfusionfest.com! The deadline to apply is 11:59pm on July 19.

As hot temperatures approach, please keep in mind that there are cooling centers throughout South Bend that residents can utilize. Community centers in the City of South Bend are always open to the public, no matter what the season. Stay safe and stay cool!

Come join us for the Linden Avenue Farmer's Market on July 20! The markets will take place on the third Saturday of every month until October and will feature local food vendors, farmers, a live DJ, and other family-friendly interactive entertainment at the Charles Black Center.

The City of South Bend will host the next quarterly Meet the Mayor and Team South Bend event on Tuesday, July 30 from 6-8:00 p.m. at the Howard Park Event Center. Residents are invited to attend and have a 5-minute conversation with Mayor James Mueller and other city officials.

Join us for South Bend Police's annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 6th from 5:30-7:30pm in the SBPD parking lot on 701 W Sample Street! This event is free and open to the public and will include refreshments, entertainment, games, and giveaways!

The City of South Bend's Ordinance Violations Bureau will hold the annual Parking Ticket Fee Amnesty Day on Friday, July 26 from 8am-5pm at the County-City Building. For more information, please visit 311.southbendin.gov/knowledgecente… or call 574-235-9462.

Build the Budget 2024 is now live! Build the Budget is an engagement period where City staff collects feedback via an online budget survey, 311 voicemails, and more! To learn more, find upcoming meetings and to take the budget survey, please visit southbendin.gov/budget.

Looking to volunteer? The link to sign up for Fusion Fest is LIVE! Visit sbfusionfest.com/get-involved to sign up today! Fusion Fest taking place on Saturday, September 14 from 11am-8pm and Sunday, September 15 from 11am-5pm at Howard Park.

South Bend VPA will be giving away clear bags ahead of Fusion Fest on Friday, September 6 at 5:00pm at the Howard Park Event Center. Clear bags are limited and will be provided on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last. Bags will be limited to 1 per adult.

The City will host the next Meet the Mayor and Team South Bend event on Thursday, November 14 from 6-8:00 p.m. at the Charles Black Community Center. Residents are invited to attend and have a one-on-one, 5-minute conversation with Mayor James Mueller and other city officials.

Are you looking for an internship? The Office of the Mayor is seeking interns for Spring 2025 to assist the Mayor and staff with administrative, staffing, and special projects as needed! You can apply today by visiting southbendin.gov/employment.