Michigan City Common Council Finance Committee June 2, 2026

The Michigan City Common Council Finance Committee met on June 2, 2026, to review claims on the docket and discuss previously tabled items. A significant portion of the discussion focused on payments related to the Indiana Public Retirement Fund (PERF), specifically addressing $100,453 in make-up retirement payments for non-retired city employees due to prior missed employer contributions. The committee clarified that these payments are to bring the city current on its obligations, with affected employees needing to resolve their individual situations with PERF. The committee also reviewed claims totaling $104,590.71 from various funds, including the Riverboat and Rainy Day funds. Additionally, the committee discussed a resolution regarding a $15,000 transfer for the Vector department and debated ordinance language about who should bear credit card service fees, ultimately leaning toward customers incurring these fees rather than the city. The meeting concluded with updates on the 2027 budget process and the introduction of a new assistant controller. No formal votes on appropriations were recorded during this session, but motions to adjourn were passed.