2023 Class of Fellows, Kenneth B. Prince, Indiana Chapter
Planning and Community Development, City of Mishawka, IN
For over 20 years, Ken Prince has played a pivotal role in lifting Mishawaka up from a city blighted by a history of abandoned legacy industries to becoming a model community in the State of Indiana. Employing his vast knowledge and experience in planning and landscape architecture, Ken has demonstrated leadership that has helped transform his community, which began with the redevelopment of the former Uniroyal Brownfield in Mishawaka's historic downtown. The result was a cascade of investment and mixed-use development that is continuing to this day. Ken has also led the efforts for the development of a Master Plan for nine different city parks, spearheaded the renovation of Mishawaka's Central Park, managed the development of the Mishawaka Riverwalk, and introduced a variety of public art into the city's public spaces. Through all this redevelopment, he has honored the community and its history, leading the planning effort to save several historically significant structures within the city and creating a local historic district. Going beyond typical roles for landscape architects, Ken has served as deputy Mayor since 2017, serves as president of both the Utility Board and the Board of Public Works and Safety, and led the city's recovery plan during the COVID pandemic. Ken has left an indelible mark on Mishiwaka and enhanced its livability, sense of place, and community pride.
