Our Community > Residents > Residential Services > Seasonal Services Seasonal Services for the Town of Bremen Every season comes with its own set of challenges, but we're here with a smile to help. In Bremen, we've always been dedicated to making life easier for our residents, whether it's clearing leaves in the fall, handling Christmas tree disposal during the holidays, or ensuring safe and snow-free roads during the winter. Your town is here for you, no matter the season! Fall Leaf Pickup Bremen's leaf collection program normally begins in the middle of October and will continue through November or until leaf pickup is no longer a need for residents. The Bremen Street Department picks up leaves from North/South streets on Mondays and Wednesdays. East/West Streets are picked up on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please place leaves in your tree lawn next to the curb. Please DO NOT have grass clippings, sticks, or garden waste in leaf piles. Christmas Tree Pickup The Bremen Street Department begins picking up Christmas trees the week after Christmas and continues through the last week of January. Residents should place their Christmas trees at the curb for pickup. Fall Leaf Pickup/ Chritmas Tree Pickup Snow Removal The Street Department has 7 pieces of snow removal equipment. During a large snow event the streets are plowed first and then the alleyways are plowed. There are 7 routes that are taken care of. Each route takes about 4 hours on a normal snowfall. With the assistance of the Water Department we will have 7 guys out plowing during an average snowfall. We ask that people clearing sidewalks and driveways not to place the snow in the street as this can create a hazard to motorists. Snow Removal Let Us Know How We Can Help We strive to keep our town clean, safe and running smoothly. Our town’s residential services are available to all residents living in Bremen. If you need to report a problem , please contact us and we will help in any way we can.

Government > Departments > Street Department Street Department Austin Langdon Superintendent 123 E Mill St Bremen, IN 46506 street@townofbremen.org 574-546-4324 574-546-5487: Fax 574-546-3456: After hours Office Hours Monday-Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm Staff Tim Kulczar Kevin Adams Ryker Hand Documents Development Standards Cemetery Department Electric Department Fire Department Parks Department Police Department Storm Water Department Street Department Waste Water Department Water Department Departments About the Street Department The Bremen Street Department personnel are on call 24/7. For problems that occur after hours please call 574-546-3456. There are roughly 28.2 miles of streets in Bremen. The Street Department provides maintenance of town streets, alleys, and parking lots. The department also handles brush pick-up, leaf pick-up, snow & ice removal, street sign maintenance, and street sweeping. Street Sweeping Clean sidewalks and streets are important in making a neighborhood an enjoyable place to live. Keeping sidewalks clean is the responsibility of the property owner. Our sweeping program operates from early spring through late fall. After spring clean-up, we sweep on an as-needed basis which is usually one week a month. Snow and Ice Removal The Street Department has 7 pieces of snow removal equipment. During a large snow event the streets are plowed first and then the alleyways are plowed. There are 7 routes that are taken care of. Each route takes about 4 hours on a normal snowfall. With the assistance of the Water Department we will have 7 guys out plowing during an average snowfall. We ask that people clearing sidewalks and driveways not to place the snow in the street as this can create a hazard to motorists. Brush and Leaf Collection The department picks up brush on Mondays. We do not pick up garden waste or grass clippings. These items can be taken to the Yard Waste Facility located at the end of North Marshall street. In the event of storm damage, debris will be cleared from the streets first and then we will come back and pick up limbs. Our guys load most of the branches around town by hand. It would be greatly appreciated if limbs could be cut to a manageable size and placed in the tree lawn not the street. Yard Waste Facility The town operates a yard waste facility located at the end of North Marshall Street. This facility is free to use for residents that live in the municipal boundaries of the Town of Bremen. The following rules are hereby adopted and incorporated into the Town Code for the Town of Bremen, Indiana: Use of the facility is restricted to residents within the municipal boundaries of the Town of Bremen, Indiana. The facility shall be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily. The facility will accept only organic yard materials, including but not limited to, brush, branches, leaves, grass clippings, logs, organic garden or yard waste, wood chips, etc. The following items are strictly prohibited: logs or branches with a diameter greater than twenty-four inches; tree stumps, inorganic waste of any kind, including construction materials, metal, etc. Failure to observe any of the foregoing rules for use of the waste facility may result in the suspension or revocation of the license without refund. In addition, a fine may be imposed according to the following schedule for violation of this ordinance: 1st Offense: $50 2nd Offense: $100 3rd Offense: $250 Subsequent Offenses: $500 811 The Street Department would like to remind you that if you need to do any kind of digging on your property remember to “Call Before You Dig, It’s the Law”. Dial “811” or to get more information please visit www.iupps.org . Nixle We would like to encourage the community to sign up for “Nixle”. By having “Nixle” you can receive alerts for issues that are happening in our community. To sign up go to www.nixle.com .

The Bremen Town Council operates through regular meetings where members discuss community needs, collaborate on initiatives, and allocate resources to improve infrastructure and services. By engaging with residents, prioritizing community feedback, and implementing inclusive policies, the council strives to enhance the quality of life and foster a sense of belonging for all members of the Bremen community. Government > Elected and Appointed Officials > Bremen Town Council Bremen Town Council Bremen Town Council The Bremen Town Council operates through regular meetings where members discuss community needs, collaborate on initiatives, and allocate resources to improve infrastructure and services. By engaging with residents, prioritizing community feedback, and implementing inclusive policies, the council strives to enhance the quality of life and foster a sense of belonging for all members of the Bremen community. The Bremen Town Council meets on the second and fourth Mondays of every month at 4:30pm. President Michael Leman council301@townofbremen.org Vice President Bill Daily council302@townofbremen.org Member Alex Mikel council303@townofbremen.org Member Bryan Miller council304@townofbremen.org Member David Bailey council305@townofbremen.org Bremen Town Council Town Hall 111 South Center St Bremen, IN 46506 Phone: (574) 546 -2044 Email: council301@townofbremen.org

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Government > Departments > Police Department Police Department Brad Kile Chief of Police 123 S Center St Bremen, IN 46506 bremenpolice@townofbremen.org 574-546-3456: Non-emergency 574-546-3376: Fax Office Hours Open 24/7 Police Commission Charlie Hiester Member Michael Leman Member Reggie Flesvig Member Cemetery Department Electric Department Fire Department Parks Department Police Department Storm Water Department Street Department Waste Water Department Departments Water Department About the Police Department Chief Brad Kile's staff includes 12 full time officers, 12 reserve officers and 14 civilians including dispatchers, animal control and school crossing guards. D.A.R.E. is a drug and violence prevention education program taught in schools. The D.A.R.E. curriculum is designed to equip early adolescent students with skills to resist substance abuse and violence. Lessons include the following: Learn to recognize and resist peer pressure to experiment with tobacco, alcohol and drugs. Enhance self-esteem. Learn assertiveness techniques. Learn anger management and conflict resolution skills. Develop risk assessment and decision-making skills. Build interpersonal and communications skills. Learn about positive alternatives to substance use. Reduce violence.

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Our Community > About Bremen About Bremen Welcome to Bremen – "A Good Town" Bremen, Indiana, is a tight-knit community where families thrive and businesses prosper. Grounded in small-town values and boosted by ongoing development, the town offers ample opportunities. Situated along US Route 6 between Nappanee and LaPaz, Bremen has experienced significant growth, particularly in the revitalization of its historic downtown. It's a place people choose to call home, work, and raise their families, truly earning its reputation as "A Good Town." Proud to be a Bremenite Bremen exudes a tangible sense of community pride that's impossible to miss. Our town's deep affection is a legacy carried forward by multigenerational families and continuously nurtured by the stories of newcomers embraced into our fold. United by a common aspiration to uplift both our city and our fellow residents, our strength and camaraderie shine bright. Explore Our Town Bremen is a hub of enthusiasm for connecting through community events. We're home to five lovely parks offering a range of amenities, from swimming pools to athletic fields, kayak river access, and indoor rental spaces. Our calendar also features annual events like the Firemen's Festival, Summer's End Festival, Oktoberfest, and the Holy Walk, all anchored by our bustling downtown. Take a leisurely stroll through local shops and enjoy a meal at quaint restaurants tailored for families. Where is Bremen, Indiana? Situated in Northern Indiana, we enjoy friendly neighbors in Nappanee and LaPaz. Our town accommodates Bremen Public Schools and is enriched by 16 local churches. A short 30-minute drive lands you amidst Notre Dame football fans in South Bend, and within an hour, you can reach the inviting shores of Lake Michigan for a beach day. Bremen by the Numbers According to the 2021 Census, Bremen's population is recorded at 4,642 residents. This positions Bremen as Indiana's 139th largest city, outpacing both Ligonier and Greendale. We've got a real soft spot for our town, and we're pretty sure you'll catch the vibe too! Bremen is a place with something special for everyone. Whether you're just passing through or thinking about putting down roots, we're genuinely thrilled to have you join us!

Government > Departments > Electric Department Electric Department Ben Wright Superintendent 420 N. Washington St. Bremen, IN 46056 electric@townofbremen.org 574-546-4324 (ext. 226) 574-546-5487 (Fax) Office Hours Monday-Friday 7:00am to 4:00pm Staff Brent Lacher Mitch Yoder Cordell Matteson Seth Snider Brody Beasley Cemetery Department Electric Department Fire Department Parks Department Police Department Storm Water Department Street Department Waste Water Department Water Department Departments About the Electric Department The Bremen Electric Department was established in the early 1900s. The goal of the utility is and has always been to provide reliable and affordable electricity to the residents and businesses of Bremen. Power is purchased from the Indiana Municipal Power Association (IMPA) and delivered to Bremen thru the Northern Indiana Public Service Company transmission system. IMPA is a group of 61 cities and towns that have come together to form a non for profit company that purchases and generates power and sells it back to its members at low cost. This allows the customers of the utility to enjoy some of the lowest electric rates in the state. Links: Indiana Municipal Power Agency http://www.impa.com/energyefficiency Indiana Municipal Electric Association American Public Power Association Automated Energy Load Profiler

Government > Departments > Parks Department Parks and Recreation Heading Text Bremen boasts a collection of six delightful parks offering abundant recreational opportunities for you and your loved ones. From serene nature trails to fun-filled playgrounds and lively concerts, our Parks and Recreation Department is dedicated to transforming each park into an unforgettable destination that you'll never want to depart from. Bremen's Parks I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy. Annual Events I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy. Rentals I'm a paragraph. Click here to add your own text and edit me. It's easy.

Our Community > Residents > REACH Alert REACH Alert REACH Alert We understand the importance of communicating with you to ensure that we keep you in the loop regarding events affecting our community. As a result, we are pleased to announce that we are initiating a new alert and notification service called REACH Alert . This new service will allow us to immediately share important information regarding a number of items, including waterline breaks/boil water advisories, road closures/delays due to construction or accidents, hazmat situations, AMBER/Silver alerts, police actions, and civic events. As good as this service is, if you don’t register, we can’t share important information with you. You decide if you want to receive a text message, voice call, or an email. Each household can register as many phone numbers and email addresses as you need. All you need to do is: How to register Go to www.reachalert.com and click on SIGN UP (top of page, far right). Network: type Bremen and select our name from the dropdown list. Follow the prompts and enter your preferred contact information. When you enter your address, click on it when it appears in the drop-down list. Once you have successfully completed your registration, REACH Alert will send you a confirmation text or email. If you do not receive this message, please call Reach Alert. If you do not have access to a computer or if you experience any difficulty registering, please contact REACH Alert at (877) 307-9313. They will help complete your registration in about 1 minute!

Your home for locating the Schools & Education in the surrounding area around Bremen, Indiana. Our Community > Education Education Education Opportunities Select School Select Education Type Ancilla College Union Rd, Donaldson, IN 46513, USA 1-866-ANCILLA http://www.ancilla.edu Bethel College 1001 Bethel Circle, Mishawaka, IN 46545, USA (574) 807-7000 http://www.bethelcollege.edu Bremen Public Library 304 N Jackson St, Bremen, IN 46506, USA (574) 546-2849 http://www.bremen.lib.in.us/ Bremen Public Schools 512 W Grant St, Bremen, IN 46506, USA (574) 546-3929 https://www.bps.k12.in.us/ Bremen United Methodist Church Daycare 309 W South St, Bremen, IN 46506, USA (574) 546-2275 http://www.bumchurch.org Church of the Brethren Preschool 403 S Montgomery St, Bremen, IN 46506, USA (574) 546-3227 http://www.facebook.com/BremenCOB Indiana University 1700 East Mishawaka Avenue, South Bend, IN, USA (574) 520-4872 http://www.iusb.edu St. Paul's Lutheran School 605 S Center St, Bremen, IN 46506, USA (574) 546-2570 http://www.stpaulsbremen.org/ St. Paul's Lutheran School 605 S Center St, Bremen, IN 46506, USA (574) 546-2570 http://www.stpaulsbremen.org/ Public Library University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN 46556, USA (574) 631-5000 http://www.nd.edu

Government > Departments > Parks Department Parks Department Brian Main Superintendent - Bremen, IN 46506 park@townofbremen.org 574-546-2044 574-546-3211 (Pool-seasonal) Office Hours Monday-Friday 7:00am to 3:00pm Additional Resources Rules and Regulations Park Board Brita Miller President britamiller@gmail.com Park and Recreation Board President 904-7970 12/31/24 Greg Miller Vice President greg@millerinsurancegrp.com Park and Recreation Board Vice President 546-5626 546-3341 12/31/24 Matt Neher Secretary firechief@townofbremen.org Park and Recreation Board Secretary 546-3456 12/31/26 Sarah Moyer Member Park and Recreation Board Member Brandon Williams Member Park and Recreation Board Member 574-305-1468 12/31/26 Cemetery Department Electric Department Fire Department Parks Department Police Department Storm Water Department Street Department Waste Water Department Water Department Departments About the Parks Department Bremen has three major park facilities of over 100 acres. Located on Bremen's South East side is the largest park. Sunnyside features the community swimming pool with a large pool, a kiddy's pool, swimming lessons and open swim. Six lighted diamonds includes 2 little leagues, 1 pony league and 1 T-ball league, along with 1 fast pitch, slow pitch and a girls fast pitch diamond. Eight lighted tennis courts and 6 horseshoe pits also lighted. Filling out the very popular park are 2 sand volleyball courts, 5 soccer fields and 2 little league football field. Winter sports include an ice rink and a man-made sledding hill. Sunnyside Park also includes a Community Room and several shelters for reunions and various activities. These shelters are usually rented a year in advance. Thee are also 3 small open shelters that are available on a first come bases. There is over a mile of walking paths winding through the park and encompasses a wetland that is in progress of being developed into a nature area. The crown jewel of Sunnyside is Jane's Park, a children's play ground built entirely by volunteers and donations in honor of Jane Sieg-Stillson. View parks Recreational Opportunities Bremen Public School Sports www.bremenathletics.com Baseball www.bremenbaseball.com Football www.facebook.com/bremenjuniorfootball Pickleball www.facebook.com/BremenPickleball Soccer www.bremensoccer.net Softball and T-ball www.bremensoftball.com