# Parks Dept. Meeting - 9/28/26


**Body:** Vigo County
**Date:** September 27, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


The Vigo County Parks Department held a meeting on September 28, 2026, focusing on budget approvals, capital improvement projects, and ongoing maintenance efforts. The board approved claims totaling approximately $111,895.56 for July through September. Key procurement-related discussions included the encumbered funds for crack sealing across all parks, with efforts to complete the work by year-end despite weather delays. The state is set to undertake a significant road repair project at Fowler Park, involving pilings and grading to address ongoing road slippage. Additionally, the department highlighted the progress of a major disc golf course construction, supported by donations of materials and services from local companies, with a goal to complete concrete work by the end of October. Pioneer Village repairs were also discussed, including urgent roofing work on the blacksmith shop and plans for water wheel restoration, with challenges noted in sourcing specialized roofing contractors. The meeting underscored ongoing capital improvements and maintenance projects, donor engagement, and coordination with state agencies for infrastructure repairs.

**Source:** Vigo County