Michigan City Animal Control Board September 30, 2026

The Michigan City Animal Control Board’s September 30, 2026 quarterly meeting approved the prior meeting minutes by motion and vote. Procurement-related discussion focused on long-awaited animal kennel upgrades: bids had been let through the Board of Works, which had approved the contractors, and construction was expected to begin soon, with completion anticipated before year-end. No contract amount, contract number, or contractor name was provided, and the board took no new procurement vote. Members also noted that Surf Pro handles animal carcass disposal, generally on a quarterly basis, without discussing a new purchase or contract action.

The board reviewed its animal-control procedures and ordinances for possible discussion or revisions at its December meeting. Public comments and board discussion addressed feeding of feral cats and wildlife, trap-neuter-return efforts, possible public education and resources for cat caregivers, and enforcement of the existing prohibition on feeding wildlife; staff planned to contact the Department of Natural Resources. The meeting also reviewed first- and second-quarter 2026 animal-control statistics and shared information about donated pet food and the Feeding Hope program. No budget allocation or new spending decision was identified.