Michigan City Common Council September 1, 2026

The Michigan City Common Council held a meeting on September 1, 2026, with key procurement-related discussions focusing on budget approvals and regulatory ordinances. The Finance Committee reviewed and unanimously approved claims totaling approximately $1,126,810.51, including a $1,868,105.1 payment to Motorola Solutions for police radio equipment and a $40,000 payment to Pyro Technical Fireworks Inc. for the Boyd Development Fund. An ordinance related to the expansion of the Flock camera system for the police department was tabled due to procedural filing issues, with the police chief providing a detailed update on the technology's use, policies, and safeguards. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to discussing a proposed moratorium on data center development, particularly concerning environmental, health, and community impacts of a Google data center project. The council referred the moratorium ordinance to the Planning and Zoning Committee for further study and public input. Additionally, the council approved an ordinance for additional appropriation from the tree violation fund to restore city parkways. Other agenda items included the vacation of an alleyway and various public comments addressing surveillance technology, data center concerns, and community safety. The meeting concluded with council members emphasizing transparency, accountability, and the need for regulatory frameworks to guide future developments and technology use in Michigan City.