Michigan City Commission on the Social Status of African-American Males June 10, 2026

The Michigan City Commission on the Social Status of African-American Males held a meeting on June 10, 2026. The meeting included discussions on ongoing community projects such as the painting and auctioning of benches at the art center, enrollment for construction and other skill-building courses starting June 15, and updates on the B.J. Ashley Scholarship, with plans to pursue applicants for the year. A motion was passed to sponsor a team for the Midnight Hoops basketball event with a $500 allocation. Employment opportunities and job fairs in the region were also shared, along with announcements about upcoming community events like Juneteenth celebrations and mentorship programs. The commission approved the treasurer's report showing a balance of $5,225.81 and tabled the approval of last month's meeting minutes. No new contracts or procurement decisions were made, but budget allocations for community sponsorships and event participation were noted.