Public Works in Your Neighborhood: July 2026

This City of Fort Wayne Public Works meeting held on July 20, 2026, focused on updates and developments related to the city's Greenways and Trails program. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a construction management contract with Engineering Resources for the Van Family Crossing bridge project, set to begin in October, which will connect critical trail networks and enhance connectivity across the city. The meeting also highlighted ongoing trail construction projects such as the Illinois Road trail funded in part by a $1 million grant from the Indiana Department of Natural Resources' Next Level Trails program and local redevelopment commission funds. Additionally, the discussion covered maintenance coordination, volunteer programs, and new trail use regulations addressing electric vehicles to ensure safety and compliance. While no specific contract awards or RFPs were detailed beyond the construction management contract, the meeting emphasized partnerships and funding efforts to support trail expansion and community engagement events throughout 2026.