08/13/26 - Hammond Board of Works

The City of Hammond Board of Works held a meeting on August 13, 2026, where several procurement and contract-related matters were addressed. The board approved a $13,237 quote from Specialties Company LLC for guardrail replacement at 165th and State Line Road, damaged in a motor vehicle accident, with plans to seek Capital Improvement Board (CIB) consideration. Additionally, the board approved the purchase of Motorola radio communications equipment totaling $21,705.87. Various status updates were provided on demolition and rehabilitation projects for city properties, with several hearings and status reviews scheduled for future dates. The board also approved multiple special event street closures and rental registration hearings, including waiving a late fee for Douglas Point Apartments. No new contract awards beyond the guardrail and radio equipment purchases were noted, but ongoing property management and infrastructure maintenance activities were discussed.