Hobart Mayor to Deliver State of the City, Valpo Seeks Input on Campus Plan

Regional meetings this week include key updates from local governments.

Mar. 29, 2026 at 3:19pm

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The mayor of Hobart, Indiana will present the annual State of the City address this week, while officials in Valparaiso will host an open house to gather public feedback on the city's east side campus master plan.

Why it matters

These meetings provide important updates from local government leaders and offer residents opportunities to engage with their communities on key development and planning initiatives.

The details

Hobart Mayor Brian Snedecor will deliver the State of the City address, outlining the city's priorities and achievements over the past year. In Valparaiso, officials will host an open house to gather public input on the city's east side campus master plan, which aims to guide future development and infrastructure improvements in that area.

  • Hobart's State of the City address is scheduled for Wednesday, March 26, 2026.
  • Valparaiso's east side campus master plan open house will take place on Friday, March 28, 2026.

The players

Brian Snedecor

The mayor of Hobart, Indiana.

Valparaiso

A city in Indiana that is seeking public input on its east side campus master plan.

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What’s next

Residents in Hobart and Valparaiso are encouraged to attend these meetings to learn more about the cities' plans and provide feedback.

The takeaway

These local government meetings demonstrate the importance of civic engagement and community input in shaping the future of cities in the region.