07/06/26 - Hammond Capital Improvement Board Meeting

The City of Hammond Capital Improvement Board held a meeting on July 6, 2026, focusing primarily on funding allocations and project updates related to city infrastructure. The board reviewed and approved several funding allocations totaling approximately $94,000, contributing to a cumulative funding amount of about $2.68 million for the year. Key procurement actions included approval of contracts and funding source corrections for engineering and construction projects, such as a $92,300 allocation for design work on 165th Street and Michigan Avenue, a $15,567.94 contract with Rereath Riley Construction Company, and a $60,000 general engineering services agreement with Nice Engineering. Additionally, the board approved an $18,900 contract with Vans Industrial for fabricating steel bollards to protect illuminated bollards on Homeman Avenue. Discussions also covered ongoing construction projects, including a multi-year Kennedy Avenue improvement and a significant upcoming $800,000 bike trail project. The meeting concluded with no new public comments and a reminder of the next scheduled meeting on July 20, 2026.