Michigan City Common Council June 16, 2026

The Michigan City Common Council held a meeting on June 16, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The Finance Committee reported on claims totaling $239,091.68, including payments from the Riverboat Fund and Rainy Day Fund for items such as a Chrysler 300 lease buyout and demolition of the Millennium Fountain. The council unanimously approved these claims. The Michigan City Municipal Airport presented its 2026 annual report, highlighting ongoing capital improvement projects including a $729,400 runway crack sealing and surface treatment project, and plans for a $30 million runway extension project with a local match of approximately $1.5 million over five years. The airport also discussed federal funding challenges and the economic impact of the airport on the local economy. Additionally, the council voted unanimously to terminate a $7,000 annual contract with ESG for energy efficiency reporting, citing the ability to manage such tasks internally. Public comments included concerns about data center developments and a proposed moratorium on future data center projects. No new ordinances or resolutions related to procurement were introduced during this meeting.