CITY OF GOSHEN, INDIANA
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Frequently Asked Questions


1.
Where do I register to vote?
Forms are available in the Mayors office, Water and Sewer Billing Office, or Clerk Treasurer’s Office. For information and requirements please contact the County Voter Registration office at 535-6774 (Republican) or 535-6775 (Democrat).

2.
What number do I call for driver's license and vehicle registration questions?
The phone number for the local office of the Bureau of Motor Vehicles is 533-4763. Closed Mondays.

3.
Where do I get information about becoming a citizen?
Contact LaCasa of Goshen, at 533-4450 or visit them at 202 N. Cottage Ave., Goshen, IN 46528.

4.
Who do I contact to arrange public utility services?
Residential Telephone Service (800) 500-3453
Water and sewer service - Goshen Utility office (574) 533-9399
Electrical or Gas service - Nipsco (800) 464-7726

5.
Who do I contact regarding trash pick-up?
The City has contracted with Allied Waste for trash removal within the City limits.
Customers may contact the company about pick up schedules in your area by calling 522-1331.

6.
Where do I pay my property taxes?
Payments are to be made at the Elkhart County Treasurer's Office, located at 117 N 2nd St., Goshen, IN 46528. Also, check with your bank.

7.

Where can I get a copy of a birth or death certificate?

Contact Elkhart County Vital Records at 535-6786.

8.

How do I contact the unemployment office?

The number for Workforce Development (unemployment insurance) is 295-0105.

9.

There are stray animals in my yard. Who do I call?

Contact the Elkhart County Humane Society. The number is 848-4225.

10.

Which council district do I live in?

Click here to view Ordinance 4108 that divides the City of Goshen into council districts.

11.

How do I contact the local Social Security office?

The local Social Security office is on Waterfall Drive in Elkhart, IN. The number is 294-5667.

12. I need assistance and don't know where to call.
      Call 211. This is the United Way referral line for residents in the following counties: Elkhart, Fulton, Kosciusko, LaPorte, Marshal and St. Joseph. Someone will assist you in locating the program services you need.