Welcome to Mishawaka
Learn more about community and residential services including trash pick-up, recycling and seasonal services.
Looking for things to do? Check out our 28 parks, community events and local restaurants.
Interested in working with the City of Mishawaka? We are always looking for new members to join our growing team.
Easily pay your water and electric bills online. Start and stop services. Sign up for auto pay and more.
City of Mishawaka Departments
- The Police Department takes an active role in our community and neighborhoods to keep Mishawaka safe.
- The Fire and EMS Department provides an appropriate, safe and professional response to fire, medical and environmental emergencies.
- This department is responsible for the upkeep and management of the park systems across the city.
Office of the Mayor
Mayor Dave Wood continues to serve the City of Mishawaka as the City’s 21st mayor. His outstanding dedication to his work and our community is visible throughout his role as Mayor.


Serving Our City
“I am excited and humbled to serve many of my fellow citizens, many of you family, friends and neighbors.”
Vision for Mishawaka
“My only motivation is to improve and pass down to my kids and future generations what has been given to us.”
Hometown Pride
“I have five generations that have called Mishawaka home. We have deep roots here and a strong commitment to my hometown.”
Keeping Mishawaka Lead Free
Recently, important information about lead in your drinking water was distributed to Mishawaka residents. We take the potential for the presence of lead in drinking water very seriously and while there is no lead in drinking water that leaves our water treatment plants, we are committed to providing all information necessary to ensure our residents feel safe.
Discover Mishawaka
Located in Northern Indiana along the banks of the St. Joseph River, the City of Mishawaka is considered one of the “Best Hometowns in America”.
From family-friendly parks to local restaurants that will keep you coming back for more. Mishawaka has a little something for everyone. We welcome you with open arms to discover the beautiful memories you will make with us here!
News & Announcements
Keep up to date with the latest news from the City of Mishawaka. Important updates, government news and community alerts.

Mishawaka Recycling Center Extended Hours to Support Storm Recovery
Mishawaka Recycling Center Extended Hours to Support Storm Recovery The City of Mishawaka is pleased to announce that the Mishawaka Recycling Center on 5th will be open tomorrow from 7:30

Power Restoration Progress in Mishawaka Update; 4/1/25
Update: Power Restoration Progress in Mishawaka We are pleased to report that power has been restored for 95% of our over 10,000 MUE consumers following the unprecedented storm. However, we

City of Mishawaka Power Outage Update, Date: 3/31/2025
City of Mishawaka Power Outage Update Date: 3/31/2025 In the wake of yesterday’s powerful and unprecedented storm, Mishawaka experienced approximately 10,000 power outages. We are pleased to report that as