Porter County Government - Storm Water Advisory Board - May 11th, 2026

The Porter County Government's Storm Water Advisory Board met on May 11th, 2026, to discuss several stormwater infrastructure projects and related approvals. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a replacement project for a small reinforced concrete box structure carrying State Road 8 over Phillips Ditch, with INDOT as the applicant and NS Consultants, Inc. involved. The board reviewed construction plans, environmental permits, and special provisions, ultimately approving the project with standard and additional conditions. Another significant agenda item was the dedication of a public regulated drainage easement within the Gretchen Administrative Subdivision to facilitate future outlet reconstruction and drainage maintenance. The board also received updates on ongoing and upcoming capital improvement projects, including subdivision-wide stormwater and pavement improvements in coordination with the highway department, with bids due imminently for one project. The board emphasized the importance of on-site inspection and permit compliance during construction. Motions to approve projects and easements were passed unanimously, and the next meeting was scheduled for June 8th, 2026.