The City of Terre Haute is excited to announce that a brand-new, fully redesigned city website is in development and set to launch in Q3 of this year. This long-awaited update comes in response to valuable feedback from residents who have expressed concerns about the current site’s usability, navigation, and accessibility.

“Our residents have been clear—the current website does not meet their needs,” said Brandon Sakbun, Mayor of Terre Haute. “We’ve listened, and we’re taking action to create a modern, user-friendly experience that makes it easier to access city services, find important information, and stay connected with the community.”

What to Expect from the New Website:

• Improved Navigation – Find information faster with an intuitive and streamlined layout.
• Mobile-Friendly Design – Easily access city resources from any device.
• Enhanced Search Functionality – Quickly locate city services, contacts, and documents.
• User-Focused Features – Online payments, service requests, and interactive tools featured prominently on the home page.

“The City’s administration is committed to transparency and the website’s redesign is just one aspect of improved transparency when it comes to accessing city resources.” said Mayor Brandon Sakbun. Updates, sneak peeks, and opportunities for feedback will be shared on social media and the City’s official communication channels.

“We are building this website for our residents, regional partners, employees, and visitors.” added Larry Wetnight, Director of Information Technology. “The IT Department is working diligently with our vendors to ensure we are creating a website that people can be proud of using.”

For more information and to stay updated on the project’s progress, visit the City of Terre Haute Facebook Page.

04/25/25-04/25/25- North 7th St from Locust to the alley South of Elm St from 3:30pm to 9pm for the Fire Truck Pull.

04/28/25-05/23/25- South 17th Street will be closed from Hulman to Franklin Street.

05/05/25- 7th Street from 6th to 7th Street from 8 am to Midnight. 

05/05/25-05/07/25- 1 lane going eastbound and 1 lane going westbound will be closed on Fort Harrison from N 22nd to N 24th. 

05/09/25- 7th Street from Cherry to Ohio Street and Wabash Ave from 6th to 8th Street from 10 am to midnight.

05/10/25- 7th Street from Walnut to Ohio will be closed from 6 pm to 11 pm.

5/30/2025 to 7/31/2025- Northbound lane of South Hunt Street to south of the north entrance of 1250 S Hunt St hangar 4.

5/27/2025 -6/20/2025 East bound lane of 3^rd Ave from 13^th Street to the 12^th Street.  

6/14/25 8am-10pm- Tippecanoe street from From 21st Street to 22nd & 21st Street from Spruce to Elm.

5pm 6/13/2025 - 10pm 06/14/2025 - North 6th Street From Wabash to Cherry and the adjoining alleys Annual 6th Street Arts Festival. 

6am 06/06/2025 - 3pm 06/08/2025 -  N. 1st Street From Eagle to Sycamore and Chestnut St. From 3rd to 5th St for the Special Olympics.

07/02/25- 7th Avenue to 8th Avenue and N. 19th Street from 8th Avenue to Plum for 4th of July event.

07/04/25- 4th Street from the Indiana State University parking lot north of Cherry to Wabash, Wabash from 4th Street to 9th Street, 9th Street from Wabash to Cherry, Cherry from 7th Street to 9th Street, and 7th Street from Wabash to Cherry for the Frontier Day Parade.

07/07/25- S. 22nd Street from 211 S. 22nd Street to Warren to Retire Water Service.

07/12/25- S. 8th Street from Wabash to the alley behind the Children's Museum for Foam Party.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 
June 30, 2025 

Mayor Sakbun Applauds Vigo County School Corporation’s Reorganization Plan 

TERRE HAUTE, Indiana - Mayor Brandon Sakbun is voicing support for the Vigo County School Corporation’s newly announced reorganization plan, praising it as a smart, data-driven, student-focused step toward strengthening both education and the broader Terre Haute community. 

Mayor Sakbun commends the School Corporation for its transparent and deliberate leadership, noting that the plan is shaped by thorough community input, thoughtful data analysis, and a forward-looking commitment to student success. 

“They’ve listened to the community, analyzed the data, and brought forward a plan that prepares us for the future,” said Mayor Sakbun. 

He emphasizes that the quality of local schools plays a key role in shaping Terre Haute’s economic development, workforce readiness, and long-term growth. Terre Haute is already benefiting from outstanding educators and strong academic programs; the facilities must match that excellence to meet modern expectations and ensure continued progress. 

The City of Terre Haute stands ready to support the plan through infrastructure alignment, planning partnerships, and public collaboration. Mayor Sakbun characterizes this as an opportunity to make long-term investments that benefit not only today’s students but also future generations. 

Recognizing this as a broader community responsibility, the mayor stresses that cities across Indiana are grappling with shifts in population, funding structures, and facility needs. Building schools that align with our current population and welcome future growth ensures students are equipped for success in a changing world. The mayor emphasizes that decisions must be made proactively, before urgency limits choices or delays progress. 

“This plan is strategic, responsible, and what our community needs for our students now and in the future. Like many community members, I had some initial concerns, but I believe they have been thoughtfully addressed. The reality is that the school-age population in this community has decreased by almost 50% since the 1970s. The proposed plan keeps the teacher-to-student ratio the same, adds additional academic and extracurricular programs, and modernizes facilities. I am a proud graduate of Terre Haute South Vigo High School. While it pains me to see that the school I went to will change, I am excited to welcome new traditions. I ask residents to view the video and information provided by the Vigo County School Corporation, which provides information on funding and how legislation passed in 2009 is still creating challenges for this community’s school corporation.”  Sakbun noted. 

Finally, Mayor Sakbun expresses his full confidence in Superintendent Dr. Chris Himsel and the School Board, citing their strategic vision and open communication. He asks all residents including families, educators, business leaders, and elected officials to come together in support of the plan and the brighter future it aims to build. 

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