Board Of Works 6-17-26

The City of Gary Board of Public Works and Safety held a meeting on June 17, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The board approved claims payable totaling $215,152.76 and ratified payroll payments amounting to $126,953.03. They also approved a request for advertisement related to the Community Development Department's consolidated action plan, which involves public input on community development, housing, economic development, and infrastructure needs. Additionally, the board opened bids for the Gary Animal Shelter construction project, with base bids ranging from approximately $3 million to $3.5 million from local contractors; these bids will be reviewed further before award recommendations. The board also approved a request to advertise for a police auction scheduled for July 18, 2026, to auction over 140 vehicles to free up space. Public concerns about changes to garbage pickup procedures were discussed but no procurement decisions were made on that topic. Overall, the meeting focused on contract bid openings, budget approvals, and public notices related to city development and asset management.