Board of Works (7-1-26)

The City of Gary Board of Public Works and Safety held a meeting on July 1, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were addressed. The board ratified claims totaling over $1.1 million, pension payments of approximately $695,000, and payroll amounting to over $2.6 million. Additionally, claims totaling $822,233.37 were approved for payment on July 2, 2026. A contract for marketing services with Marketing Partnership International was approved for an amount not to exceed $20,000 to promote city events through the end of 2026. The board also approved a professional services contract with Safe Built LLC for consulting services to the city building department, not to exceed $65,000. Furthermore, a resolution was passed to settle a vehicle damage claim involving a city snowplow for $4,000. The meeting included announcements about upcoming city events and a new curbside trash collection policy effective July 1, 2026, but no additional procurement actions were noted.