07/21/25 - Hammond Capital Improvement Board Meeting

The City of Hammond Capital Improvement Board convened to discuss and approve several funding allocations related to infrastructure improvements. Key procurement decisions included approving contracts with Hawk Enterprises for signage and striping improvements on Willow Court at State Street ($7,100) and replacement of a damaged Ballard on Kennedy Avenue ($5,204). Additionally, the board approved funding for establishing railroad quiet zones in downtown Hammond ($70,000) and Hesville ($51,750) with First Group Engineering. A significant contract change order was approved with Rereath Riley Construction Company for the Summer Street Reconstruction project, involving a city match of $147,116 to address unforeseen water main shutdown challenges and structural modifications. The meeting emphasized contracting vehicles, budget allocations, and infrastructure enhancements to improve public safety and traffic conditions.