SJC Board of Commissioners Meeting - Tuesday April 28, 2026 11am

The St. Joseph County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on April 28, 2026, which included several procurement and contract-related approvals. Key procurement actions included approval of a memorandum of understanding with the City of South Bend for the Burn Justice Assistance Grant Program to replace aging portable radios for law enforcement, authorization to advertise bids for the Kfax Avenue bridge rehabilitation project, and approval of a construction engineering service agreement with Loch Mueller Group for the Pierce Road reconstruction project, partially funded by a federal grant. Additionally, the board approved a contract renewal with New Generation Landscaping for landscaping services at the Probate Court, and an elevator maintenance agreement with Otis Elevator Service at the county jail for $12,552 annually over a five-year term. The meeting also featured a public hearing on the future of the Portage Manor property, where the board outlined plans to issue RFPs for redevelopment and preservation, with community members providing extensive input on preserving the historic and ecological value of the site. The RFP process will include public notices and a review period, with the board ultimately responsible for awarding the contract. No final decisions on the property were made during this meeting.