8.24.26 Drainage Board

The Warrick County Drainage Board held a meeting on August 24, 2026, focusing primarily on drainage-related projects and issues within the county. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of drainage plans for the Dekalb Cancer Center project, which involved rerouting pipes and maintaining detention requirements consistent with original plans. The board also discussed ongoing maintenance and improvement projects such as the Westwood Subdivision drainage improvements, with a 10% retainage still being held pending final punch list completion. Additionally, the board addressed a violation notice related to stormwater pollution prevention (SWIP) compliance for a development by Mr. Gesselman, emphasizing coordination with the Area Plan Commission. Significant attention was given to large log jams and beaver dams obstructing drainage in Pigeon Creek and Stolberg areas, with discussions on potential removal strategies and budget considerations, including approximately $65,000 remaining in the project budget for these efforts. No new contracts or vendor selections were explicitly mentioned, but the meeting highlighted ongoing project management, compliance enforcement, and maintenance planning that could influence future procurement activities.