Michigan City Redevelopment Commission June 8, 2026

The Michigan City Redevelopment Commission held its meeting on June 8, 2026, focusing on several procurement and redevelopment initiatives. Key procurement actions included approval of a facade grant of $21,836.25 for Lakeshore Coffee at 444 Wabash Street to support deck expansion and aesthetic improvements. The commission also approved funding for the construction of Mariplex Drive, awarding a $510,837.72 contract to Reuth Riley Construction Company after the lowest bidder was disqualified for non-compliance with EEO requirements. Additionally, contracts were approved for the Wheatley Group as an on-call redevelopment consultant and Tool Design for up to $160,000 to update and implement zoning codes for the Transit Development District and Michigan Boulevard corridor. The meeting also covered updates on the 11th Street garage and residential tower project, ongoing redevelopment efforts at Fifth and Pine, and discussions about neighborhood improvements on the west side of the city. Motions to approve claims, financial reports, and various public use requests were also passed during the meeting.