6.16.2026 Park Board Meeting

The City of Elkhart Park Board held a meeting on June 16, 2026, where they approved the agenda, minutes, and claims unanimously. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of a $5,000 grant from DLC to sponsor the Independence Day celebration and another $5,000 Environmental Action Grant from NIPSCO. The board also approved a contract extension for five Lamar billboards to continue advertising. Additionally, they tabled indefinitely the permit application from Mishawaka Pro Shop due to lack of required documentation. Various event permits were approved, including the Pumpkin Vine 2026 Classic Bike Ride. The meeting featured updates on park maintenance, capital improvement projects such as the Old Ria and High Dive Park developments, and programming activities. No new major contracts or large budget allocations were reported beyond the grants and billboard contract extension.