LaPorte County Drainage Board August 11, 2026

The LaPorte County Drainage Board meeting on August 11, 2026, focused extensively on drainage maintenance and flood mitigation issues affecting various local properties and infrastructure. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of contracts for emergency removal of obstructions in drainage ditches, with motions passed to authorize work by specific contractors if county highway efforts were insufficient. The board also addressed permit applications for drain crossings, emphasizing the need for accurate surveying and compliance with elevation requirements before approval. Additionally, the board reviewed and tabled payments related to herbicide spraying contracts due to incomplete work. Capital improvement projects were discussed, including recommendations for installing a concrete box culvert at a specified elevation to improve drainage flow. The meeting included updates on grant funding for invasive species treatment and fish stocking at Hudson Lake. Several action items involved coordinating with state agencies like the DNR for flood control measures and resolving private property disputes impacting drainage. Motions were passed to approve claims for engineering services and to proceed with further investigations and maintenance work to prevent flooding and infrastructure damage.