LaPorte County Board of Commissioners July 15, 2026

The LaPorte County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on July 15, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The board approved payroll claims totaling over $1.5 million and considered a $32,000 settlement recommendation related to an EEOC case. The IT director recommended renewing the annual maintenance contract for copiers with Kemp's, with a contract value of approximately $38,000, which was approved by the board. Additionally, the board discussed and approved an ordinance to establish publishing requirements for ordinances and resolutions, including posting them online 15 business days prior to meetings. Budget updates included a note on a $301,000 reduction in fuel tax revenue due to a state tax abatement, with a promise of reimbursement by the state. The board also addressed procedural matters related to emergency expenditures for law enforcement support during a recent manhunt, with plans to include a small budget line item for such expenses in the future.