Board of Works (7-29-26)

The City of Gary Board of Public Works and Safety held a meeting on July 29, 2026, where they approved several procurement and contract-related items. Key approvals included ratification of claims totaling $599,219.99, contracts for residential disabled parking signage, and a professional services contract with Maya Bailey for financial reconciliation services valued at $12,000. The board also approved a three-year contract with LexisNexis for $1,428 in the first year, expected to save the city approximately $44,000 over the contract term. Additionally, the board approved a $500 contract with the Salvation Army of Northwest Indiana for community projects and authorized an $8 million project agreement with the Legacy Foundation for the development of spur trails in Gary, fully funded by a $20 million grant. A significant contract with Gary Up Construction for $2,257,500 was approved to proceed with the Brother's Keeper project, with all legal and funding matters resolved. The meeting also featured presentations from community organizations receiving Love Your Block grants for neighborhood beautification and revitalization projects. All motions related to spending and contracts were passed unanimously by the four members present.