Elkhart Urban Enterprise Association

Elkhart Urban Enterprise Association meetings are held at 3:00pm in the Annex Conference Room quarterly through out the year.


Elkhart Urban Enterprise Association Members

  • James Gardner, President
    • Appointed by Organized Laborer - Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2027
  • Therese Geise, Vice President
    • Appointed by Council - Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2025
  • Bill Lavery, Treasurer
    • Appointed by Board Development Committee - Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2025
  • Arvis Dawson
    • Appointed by Board Development Committee - Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2027
  • Kristen Smole, Secretary
    • Appointed by Chamber - Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2027
  • Michael Huber
    Appointed by Mayor - Jan. 1, 2024 to Dec. 31, 2027

All public meetings are recorded and available on the City of Elkhart's YouTube Channel

2026 Elkhart Urban Enterprise Association Meeting Schedule

Agenda Packet Minutes
Monday, January 26, 2026 - No Quorum Monday, January 26, 2026 - No Quorum Monday, January 26, 2026 - No Quorum
Monday, February 2, 2026 (Rescheduled) Monday, February 2, 2026 (Rescheduled) Monday, February 2, 2026 (Rescheduled)
Monday, April 20, 2026 Monday, April 20, 2026 Monday, April 20, 2026
Monday, June 1, 2026 Monday, June 1, 2026 Monday, June 1, 2026
Monday, August 17, 2026 Monday, August 17, 2026 Monday, August 17, 2026
Monday, November 16, 2026 Monday, November 16, 2026 Monday, November 16, 2026

 

EUEA Programs

EUEA Emergency Relief Fund

Designed to provide short-term financial assistance to locally owned Elkhart businesses experiencing unexpected hardship due to unforeseen and urgent circumstances. The purpose of this fund is to help stabilize and support affected businesses and prevent permanent closure due to events outside of the owner’s control.

EUEA Facade & Placemaking Grant

Established for locally owned Elkhart businesses making impactful investments in commercial properties. The purpose of this program is to encourage projects that improve the appearance, function, safety, and long-term viability of commercial buildings while contributing to broader community and economic development goals. 

Additional Business Incentives

For additional small business financial opportunities, please visit our Business Incentives page. 

For information regarding City of Elkhart Redevelopment, contact:

Michael Huber, Director of Development Services
Michael.Huber@cityofelkhartin.gov
(574) 522-4855