07/16/26 - Hammond Board of Works Meeting

The City of Hammond Board of Works held a meeting on July 16, 2026, focusing primarily on procurement and budget approvals related to public works and infrastructure projects. Key procurement actions included awarding a quote of $18,900 to Vans Industrial Incorporated for fabricated steel bollards on Homan Avenue, approving multiple Community Improvement Board (CIB) funding allocations totaling over $180,000 for street resurfacing, sewer improvements, curb replacement, and general engineering services with Niaz Engineering. The board also approved a change order and agreement with Grimmer Construction for sewer work and an agreement with United Consulting for lighting design funded by district gaming funds. Additionally, the board approved road closure requests and mill and pave projects with Milestone, as well as several funding allocations for community events and special permits. Motions to approve these contracts, funding allocations, and agreements were unanimously passed during the meeting.