Michigan City Redevelopment Commission September 21, 2026

The Michigan City Redevelopment Commission held its regular meeting on September 21, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of claims for various engineering, legal, and consulting services related to city redevelopment projects, such as sidewalk improvements, corridor planning, and electric vehicle station installation. The commission approved a facade grant award of up to $30,000 for exterior improvements at 1804 Franklin Street and amended a previous facade grant for Lakeshore Cafe at 444 Wash Street to increase funding by $8,163.75 due to higher construction costs. Additionally, the commission approved an appendix for Baker Tilly's financial analytics services related to the Fifth and Pine development project, which supports tax increment financing and bonding efforts. Updates were provided on the 11th Street station garage and residential tower construction, with no new approvals required. The commission also approved the use of the city plaza for a community trick-or-treat event, including electricity access, pending legal review.