Commissioners Meeting - 7/28/26

The Vigo County Commissioners meeting on July 28, 2026, included approval of claims totaling over $1 million and motions to open credit accounts for maintenance department vendors. The board approved conflict of interest disclosures related to contracts with the Sisters of Providence. A purchase order was authorized for upgrading MiFi systems to routers at vote centers, with no further contract required. The commissioners also approved an agreement with Indiana State University to provide paid interns through a work-study program at no cost to the county. Significant discussion focused on a $150,000 planning grant from the Lilly Endowment for capital improvements, including potential demolition and replacement of dilapidated office buildings at a group home, with a possible $1 million grant and 20% county match to fund up to $1.2 million in improvements. Commissioners noted ongoing efforts to secure various grants to support county projects and expressed hope for continued state funding for health initiatives and infrastructure projects.