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. Mishawaka Utilities is happy to assist with any questions or concerns.
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.”
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.

Air Quality Action Day Today and Tomorrow – June 8th & 9th
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has declared that today Thursday June 8 and tomorrow Friday June 9 are both Air Quality Action Days in our region for Particulate Matter

Front Porch Friday with Mayor Dave Wood
Mayor Wood often says that the highest and best title in all of politics is that of “mayor”. The job of mayor is unique in American politics in that one

Mishawaka Police Department Personnel Announcements
MPD Chief Witkowski is pleased to announce that Police Applicant Tanner Ducomb has completed all department testing and investigation, physicals and examinations. Tanner comes to us with police experience, as he