Michigan City Port Authority Commission June 1, 2026

The Michigan City Port Authority Commission meeting on June 1, 2026, included a significant discussion about a funding request from the Hoosier Coho Club to support the purchase of a $35,000 portable fish transfer pump. This pump would automate the movement of fish within hatcheries, reducing stress and injury to the fish, thereby improving fish survival rates and enhancing the local fishery, which is economically beneficial to Michigan City through increased boating and tourism activity. The Commission considered a motion to donate $1,000 toward this effort. Additionally, the meeting covered approval of a $3,000 slip license agreement for the Southshore Sailing School, discussions on marina operations including charging for pier raising and lowering, parking issues, and signage to address fishing restrictions within the marina. The Commission also authorized their attorney to investigate parking sign disputes and discussed ongoing maintenance and operational updates for the marina.