Board of Public Works and Utilities 07/28/2026

The City of Mishawaka Board of Public Works and Utilities held a meeting on July 28, 2026, focusing heavily on procurement and infrastructure projects. Key procurement activities included the bid opening for the Cleveland Road Improvement project from Matthews Parkway to Capital Avenue, with bids ranging from approximately $3.7 million to $5.9 million including alternates. The board also approved a special purchase of bulk road salt from Midwest Salt and a professional services agreement with Artworks for community center signage branding, not to exceed $13,237.10. Additionally, the board approved a change order for sewer rehabilitation with Visu Sewer increasing the contract by $666,649.50, and authorized plans and bid solicitation for West Street phase 3C sewer system improvements with bids due August 25, 2026. Several street closures for community events were also approved. The meeting included approval of claims totaling $3,853,690.60 and recognized the quality of city services such as leaf pickup, snow plowing, and park maintenance.