HomeMy WebLinkAbout08122025 Board of Public Works Meeting MinutesAGENDA REVIEW SESSION AUGUST 7, 2025 159
The Agenda Review Session of the Board of Public Works was convened at 10:30 a.m. on August
7, 2025, by Board President Elizabeth A. Maradik, Vice President Joseph Molnar, and Board
Members Gary Gilot, Murray Miller, Breana Micou, and Board Attorney Michael Schmidt present.
The Board of Public Works Clerk, Hillary R. Horvath, presented the Board with a proposed agenda
of items presented by the public and by City Staff.
Board members discussed the following item(s) from the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARING
Attorney Schmidt brought up item 2.A: Award of the South Bend City Hall Security Services
Agreement with Trinity Protection Group, LLC. He stated that for transparency purposes they
were holding a public hearing for public comments.
Deputy Director Jitin Kain informed the Board that after receiving applications they determined
Trinity was well qualified for the security contract. He noted it was a three (3) year and three (3)
month contract starting this fall when City Hall opens. He noted there was still some protocol in
the works so that both parties are comfortable with the agreement.
Mr. Gilot asked if the water billing office was being moved to the new City Hall and asked if the
security needs for that are integrated into the contract. Deputy Director Kain stated that the
Customer Service and Water Billing Office is not run by Water Works but by 311 and IT which is
moving into the City Hall lobby, and security will monitor all functions in the lobby with a separate
contract for Brinks to manage deposits and other cash -related things.
Mr. Gilot asked about the scope of work and what officers would be armed with as he felt the
contract language didn't specify there would be non -lethal weapons carried by officers such as
spray or tasers. Deputy Director Kain stated that officers would have their service weapon and
metal detectors and wands at all entrances to the building. He stated he would clarify with Trinity
and update the contract language if needed.
CHANGE ORDERS
Engineer Patrick Sherman was present to discuss item 8.B.: MLK Dream Center with C.H.
Garmong & Son, Inc.
Mr. Sherman discussed the final change order for the MLK Dream Center project, explaining that
it includes various items requested by VPA, Public Works, the inspector, and the fire marshal.
They also clarified that a portion of the change order is related to soil spreading and topsoil, which
was initially covered by the construction contingency. He clarified that approximately one-third
(1/3) of the change order is related to soil spreading and topsoil, which were initially covered by
the construction contingency. This additional soil scope is now the owner's responsibility due to
the depletion of the construction contingency. He emphasized that the overall change order amount
is 2.95%, which is relatively low compared to other projects.
Board Members and staff discussed the CMc process and its cost implications. They debated
whether the CMc process resulted in cost savings for the City. Mr. Miller expressed concerns about
the lack of clear savings and he questioned the effectiveness of the CMc process in reducing overall
project costs. Director Horvath stated it was not simply comparing apples to apples when
comparing this CMc project to other ones the City had done such as Howard Park. They agreed to
conduct a comparative analysis of different projects to better understand the cost differences.
Mr. Sherman ended with emphasizing that the project was successful and has delivered something
worthwhile to the City and its residents.
TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
Mr. Gilot asked about item 14.B: New Installation of Handicapped Accessible Parking Space Signs
at five (5) residential locations. He asked if we were catching up and that was why there were so
many being added to this agenda, or if applications were approved in batches. Engineer Caitlin
Wyant stated there were some hang ups and they were playing catch up. Mr. Gilot noted his
preference for handling applications as they come in and not doing them in batches.
PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVITS
Attorney Schmidt gave the Board additional information for the Projects being closed out.
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For 9.A: Potawatomi Pool Demolition with Green Demolition Contractors, Inc. He noted that he
had not been able to verify the MWBE goals had been met prior to the meeting.
For 9.13: South Bend Medical Foundation Demolition with The MRD Group, Inc. He stated that
there was a utilization plan change. A couple hundred thousand dollars were removed and then bid
that worked out. He believed the M goals were met but not the W goals. There was a significant
goal change that impacted trucking which was one of the W vendors.
For 9.C: Demolition of the former YMCA building with Green Demolition Contractors, Inc. he
noted that there was emergency work so there were no goals associated with that one.
AWARD QUOTATIONS AND APPROVE CONTRACTS
Attorney Schmidt gave the Board information regarding item 6.A:2025 Micro surfacing with
National Pavement Maintenance. He stated that the specifications were very clear that no goals
were required on this project due to this not being commercially reasonable to subdivide the task.
He stated that the actual quote sent in by National Pavement Maintenance did reference that they
were attempting to utilize some M and W vendors, but there were no goals associated with the
actual project.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned the
meeting at 11:02 a.m.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
Gary A. Gilot, Member
Murray L. Miller, Member
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Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
Breana Micou, Member
Attest: Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
Date: 6/26/ 0 5
REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 12, 2025
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Public Works was convened at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August
12, 2025, by Board President Elizabeth A. Maradik in the 131h Floor Conference Room of the
County -City Building, 227 W. Jefferson Blvd., South Bend, Indiana. The meeting was also
streamed live to the public via Microsoft Teams. Board Clerk Hillary R. Horvath confirmed the
presence of Board President Elizabeth A. Maradik, Vice President Joseph Molnar, and Board
Members Gary Gilot, Murray Miller, Breana Micou (Absent), and Board Attorney Michael
Schmidt, with a roll call. President Maradik reminded virtual attendees to mute their microphones
and turn off their cameras when not speaking, and to save their questions and comments for the
Privilege of the Floor.
APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the minutes
for the Agenda Review Session and Regular Meetings of the Board held on July 17, 2025 and July
22, 2025, were approved.
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PUBLIC HEARING — AWARD OF THE SOUTH BEND CITY HALL SECURITY SERVICES
AGREEMENT
President Maradik advised that this was the date set for the Board's Public Hearing concerning
and services agreement for the South Bend City Hall. There being no one present wishing to
address the Board concerning this matter, the Public Hearing was closed. Therefore, upon a motion
made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the agreement was approved.
PUBLIC HEARING - NEW MASSAGE ESTABLISHMENT LICENSE
President Maradik advised that this was the date set for the Board's Public Hearing concerning
and license application for A Healing Oasis. It was noted favorable recommendations were
received from city staff. There being no one present wishing to address the Board concerning this
matter, the Public Hearing was closed. Therefore, upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded
by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the license was approved.
OPENING OF BIDS — 2025 NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES AND ENFORCEMENT
DEMOLITIONS — PROJECT NO. 125-043 (PR-00041906)
This was the date set for receiving and opening sealed bids for the above referenced project. The
Clerk tendered proof of publication of the Notice in the South Bend Tribune, which was found to
be sufficient. The following bids were opened and publicly read:
RITSCHARD BROS., INC.
1204 W. Sample St
South Bend, IN 46619
Rit 1204(,datacruz. com
Bid was signed by Rachelle L. Dolniak
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendums Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $270,559
INDIANA EARTH, INC.
10343 McKinley Hwy
Osceola, IN 46561
estimatorindianaearthkyahoo.com; earth92inegsbcglobal.net
Bid was signed by Mark Osler
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendums Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $361,257
GREEN DEMOLITION CONTRACTORS, INC.
315 Brighton Street
LaPorte, IN 46350
mike(d),greendemolitioninc.com; kimggreendemolitioninc.com
Bid was signed by Michael Brough
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendums Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $300,200
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
bids were referred to Public Works and DCI for review and recommendation.
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OPENING OF BIDS — CLEANUP OF SOUTH BEND RANGE, PHASE I — BUILDING
DEMOLTION —PROJECT NO. 125-020A (PR-00041901)
This was the date set for receiving and opening sealed bids for the above referenced project. The
Clerk tendered proof of publication of the Notice in the South Bend Tribune, which was found to
be sufficient. The following Bids were opened and publicly read:
RITSCHARD BROS., INC.
1204 W. Sample St
South Bend, IN 46619
Rit 12040),datacruz. com
Bid was signed by Rachelle L. Dolniak
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $806,329
ADAMO DEMOLITION CO.
320 E. Seven Mile Rd.
Detroit, MI 48203
estimatorindianaearthgyahoo.com; earth92inegsbcglobal.net
Bid was signed by Richard Adamo
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $1,155,240
DORE & ASSOCIATES, INC.
P.O. Box 338
Bay City, MI 48707
estsgdoreassoc.com
Bid was signed by Jason Dore
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $549,700
INDIANA EARTH, INC.
10343 McKinley Hwy
Osceola, IN 46561
estimatorindianaearthkyahoo.com; earth92inc&sbcglobal.net
Bid was signed by Mark Osler
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $425,000
OMEGA III, LLC
31W566 Spaulding Rd.
Elgin, IL 60120
j enniferzkamega311c. com
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Bid was signed by Charles Gerage
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $949,246
GREEN DEMOLITION CONTRACTORS INC.
315 Brighton Street
LaPorte, IN 46350
mike a,greendemolitioninc.com
Bid was signed by Michael Brough
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were submitted.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $648,800
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
bids were referred to Public Works and DCI for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF BIDS — MAYFLOWER RD. AND STATE LINE RECONSTRUCTION —
PROJECT NO. 125-037 (PR-00041400)
This was the date set for receiving and opening sealed bids for the above referenced project. The
Clerk tendered proof of publication of the Notice in the South Bend Tribune, which was found to
be sufficient. The following Bids were opened and publicly read:
RIETH-RILEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
25200 State Road 23
South Bend, IN 46614
dsauergrieth-riley.com; ralvaradogrieth-rile,.
Bid was submitted by Ruben Alvarado
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendums Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $528,914
MILESTONE CONTRACTORS NORTH, INC.
24358 State Road 23
South Bend, IN 46614
akruegerkmilestonelp. com
Bid was signed by Mr. Dustin Hilary
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $504,400
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
bids were referred to Public Works for review and recommendation.
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OPENING OF BIDS — SPEC C — SEVEN
MORE OR LESS OR NEWER 3/4 TON FOUR
WHEEL DRIVE PICK UP TRUCKS — (PR-00042013, PR-00042010, PR-00042011, PR-
00042012, PR-00042014)
This was the date set for receiving and opening sealed bids for the above referenced project. The
Clerk tendered proof of publication of the Notice in the South Bend Tribune, which was found to
be sufficient. The following Bids were opened and publicly read:
SPIRIT FORD, INC.
4402 N. Ann Arbor Road
Dundee, MI 48131
michaelwg spiritforddundee. com
Bid was signed by Michael White
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Cashier's Check was submitted
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was not completed
on
Description
Year/Make/Model
Unit Price
3/4 Ton 4x4 Pick-up Truck
2026 Ford F250 Regular Cab Pick-up
$49,011
Alternate 1
Front Mounted Western 8' Pro -plus Plow
$8,100
Alternate 2
Front Mounted Western MVP Plus Plow
$9,500
Alternate 3
Heavy Duty Aluminum Lift ate
$5,400
Estimated number of days for delivery 90 Days
from award date.
ONE NATION DISTRIBUTION LLC
800 Main St., P.O. Box 69
Valant, PA 16156
admink l ndl.com
Bid was signed by Ryan Saari
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Ten percent (10%) Bid Bond was not submitted
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was not completed
on
Description
Year/Make/Model
Unit Price
3/4 Ton 4x4 Pick-up Truck
2026 Ford F250 Regular Cab Pick-up
$62,989
Alternate 1
Front Mounted Western 8' Pro -plus Plow
$15,000
Alternate 2
Front Mounted Western MVP Plus Plow
$15,000
Alternate 3
Heavy Duty Aluminum Lift ate
$13,000
Estimated number of days for delivery 30 Days
from award date.
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
bids were referred to Public Works for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS — POTAWATOMI CONSERVATORY ROOF REPLACEMENT
—PROJECT NO. 125-049 (PR-00042350)
President Maradik advised that it was requested that this item be tabled. Upon a motion made by
VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above item was tabled.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS — WWTP ADMINISTRATION BUILDING 15 OFFICE
REMODEL — PROJECT NO. 124-037 (Wastewater Fund 641-06-605-514-439001)
President Maradik advised that this was the date set for the receiving and opening of sealed
quotations for the above referenced project. The following quotations were opened and read:
LARSON-DANIELSON CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
302 Tyler Street
LaPorte, IN 46350
cmb &ldconstruction. com
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Bid was signed by Brian T. Larson
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $115,830
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
quotations were referred to Public Works for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS — WWTP HEADWORKS OFFICE IMPROVEMENTS —
PROJECT NO. 125-023 (PR-00042481)
President Maradik advised that this was the date set for the receiving and opening of sealed
quotations for the above referenced project. The following quotations were opened and read:
LARSON-DANIELSON CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
302 Tyler Street
LaPorte, IN 46350
cmb(a),Idconstruction. com
Bid was signed by Brian T. Larson
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid Total $66,470
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
quotations were referred to Public Works for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS — THE POINTE AT RIVERWALK BUILDING CONCRETE —
PROJECT NO. 124-069 (PR-00042529)
President Maradik advised that this was the date set for the receiving and opening of sealed
quotations for the above referenced project. The following quotations were opened and read:
KUERT CONCRETE INC.
5909 Nimtz Parkway
South Bend, IN
46628mike(a),kuert. com
Bid was signed by Mr. Mike Towner
Non -Collusion, Non -Discrimination Affidavit Form was not submitted.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was not submitted.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were not submitted
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PRODUCT
UOM
PRICE
DESCRIPTION
4000 PSI GRAVEL
CU YARDS
$157.50
CHRYS0159-MID
DOSAGE
$6.50
RANGE WE
CHRYS0159-HIGH
DOSAGE
$10.00
RANGE WR
TURBOCAST NON-
DOSAGE
$7.50
CHLORIDE 1 %
MINIMUM LOAD
PER LOAD
$125.00
(LESS THAN 5
YARDS
ENVIRONMENTAL
CU YARDS
$1.50
FEE
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WINTER CHARGES
CU YARDS
$10.00
(NOV. 1-MAR. 31
ESCALATOR
CU YARDS
$8.00
EFFECTIVE
01 /01 /2026-
12/31 /2026
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
quotations were referred to Public Works for review and recommendation.
AWARD BID AND APPROVE CONTRACT — RIVERFRONT WEST URBAN
NEIGHBORHOOD DEVELOPMENT — PROJECT NO. 121-067 (PR-00040996)
Charlotte Brach, Engineering, advised the Board that on July 22, 2025, bids were received and
opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those bids, Ms. Brach recommended that
the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, C&E Excavating,
Inc., in the amount of $5,979,535 Base bid plus Alternate A. President Maradik informed the Board
there was a request to table the item. Therefore, VP Molnar made a motion that the
recommendation be tabled. Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by roll call.
AWARD QUOTATION AND APPROVE CONTRACT — 2025 MICROSURFACING —
PROJECT NO. 125-042 (PR-00042067)
Dan Jones, Engineering, advised the Board that on July 22, 2025, quotations were received and
opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations, Mr. Jones
recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible quoter,
National Pavement Maintenance, in the amount of $94,870. Therefore, VP Molnar made a motion
that the recommendation be accepted, and the quotation be awarded, and the contract approved as
outlined above. Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by roll call.
AWARD QUOTATION AND APPROVE CONTRACT — 2025 BRICK SPOT REPAIR —
PROJECT NO. 125-015 (PR-00042528)
Lidya Abreha, Engineering, advised the Board that on July 22, 202, quotations were received and
opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations, Ms. Abreha
recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible quoter,
Acorn Landscaping, LLC, in the amount of $178,397; Base Bid plus Alternate 1 & 2. Therefore,
VP Molnar made a motion that the recommendation be accepted, and the quotation be awarded,
and the contract approved as outlined above. Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by
roll call.
AWARD QUOTATION AND APPROVE CONTRACT — WASTEWATER TREATMENT
PLANT DIGITAL TWIN SENSORS INSTALLATION — PROJECT NO. 124-036 (Wastewater
Fund 642-06-605-514-431002)
Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, advised the Board that on July 22, 2025, quotations were received
and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations, Mr. Klosinski
recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible quoter,
Sweney Electric Co., Inc., in the amount of $109,150. Therefore, VP Molnar made a motion that
the recommendation be accepted, and the quotation be awarded, and the contract approved as
outlined above. Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by roll call.
APPROVAL OF REOUEST TO REJECT BIDS/OUOTATIONS — MILKWEED COMMONS
ROOF REPLACEMENT — PROJECT NO. 125-021B (PR-00041683)
In a memorandum to the Board, Zach Hurst, requested permission to reject all bids for the above
referenced project due to being non -responsive. Therefore, upon a motion made by VP Molnar,
seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above request was approved.
APPROVAL OF REOUEST TO REJECT BIDS/OUOTATIONS — MONROE STREET ARTS
BUILDING ROOF REPLACEMENT — PROJECT NO. 125-021A (PR-00041667)
In a memorandum to the Board, Zach Hurst, requested permission to reject all bids for the above
referenced project due to exceeding the available budget. Therefore, upon a motion made by VP
Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above request was approved.
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APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 - 2025 GUARDRAIL IMPROVEMENTS — PROJECT NO.
124-026(1`0-00040530�
President Maradik advised that Lidya Abreha, Engineering, has submitted change order number 1
on behalf of C-Tech Corporation, indicating the contract amount be increased by $31,935 for a
new contract sum, including this change order, in the amount of $230,591. Upon a motion made
by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the change order was approved.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO.6 — MLK DREAM CENTER — PROJECT NO. 121-066 (PO-
00027136
President Maradik advised that Patrick Sherman, Engineering, has submitted change order number
6 on behalf of C.H. Garmong & Son, Inc., indicating the contract amount be increased by
$358,994.35 for a new contract sum, including this change order, in the amount of $25,221,303.74.
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the change
order was approved.
APPROVE PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVIT — POTAWATOMI POOL DEMOLITION —
PROJECT NO. 124-023A (PO-0037119)
President Maradik advised that Kyle Ludlow, Engineering, has submitted the project completion
affidavit on behalf of Green Demolition Contractors, Inc., for the above referenced project,
indicating a final cost of $195,900. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller
and carried by roll call, the project completion affidavit was approved.
APPROVE PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVIT — SOUTH BEND MEDICAL
FOUNDATION DEMOLITION — PROJECT NO. 123-076 (PO-0031911)
President Maradik advised that Kyle Ludlow, Engineering, has submitted the project completion
affidavit on behalf of The MRD Group, Inc., for the above referenced project, indicating a final
cost of $1,638,562.50. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried
by roll call, the project completion affidavit was approved.
APPROVE PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVIT — DEMOLITION OF THE FORMER
YMCA BUILDING — PROJECT NO. 124-055 (PO-0034095)
President Maradik advised that Kyle Ludlow, Engineering, has submitted the project completion
affidavit on behalf of Green Demolition Contractors, Inc., for the above referenced project,
indicating a final cost of $1,680,800. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller
and carried by roll call, the project completion affidavit was approved.
APPROVE CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION — WWTP SOLAR ENERGY
SAVINGS CONTRACT —PROJECT NO. 124-015 (PO-0035380)
President Maradik advised that Gemma Staton, Engineering, has submitted the certificate of
substantial completion on behalf of Veregy, LLC, indicating a substantial completion date of
March 1, 2025 for the above project. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller
and carried by roll call, the certificate of substantial completion was approved.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS AND TITLE
SHEET — DEMOLITION OF RABBI SHULMAN APARTMENTS — PROJECT NO. 123-048
(PR-00042469)
In a memorandum to the Board, Zach Hurst, Engineering, requested permission to advertise for
the receipt of bids for the above referenced project. Also presented at this time for approval and
execution was the title sheet. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and
carried by roll call, the above request to advertise was approved, and the title sheet was approved
and signed.
APPROVAL OF AGREEMENTS/CONTRACTS/PROPOSALS/ADDENDA
The following agreements/contracts/proposals/addenda were submitted to the Board for approval:
Type
Business
Description
Amount/
Funding
Motion/
Second
Ratify
Selge
Emergency Repair Work
$48,980.41
Molnar/Miller
Emergency
Construction
to Excavate, replace pipe,
PO-0038480
Sewer Repair
Co., Inc.
and restore the road at the
Ewing Ave. and High St.
Intersection
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Real Property
Near Northwest
Transfer City Property at
NA
Molnar/Miller
Transfer
Neighborhood
915 Harrison St. for
Inc.
Development of
Affordable Housing
Access
Veregy, LLC
Agreement to Remove any
NA
Molnar/Miller
Agreement
Electrical or Solar
(PO-0035380)
Equipment that
Encroaches within the
Designed 30' Pipe Setback
area for the WWTP Solar
Guaranteed Energy
Savings Contract, Project
No. 124-015
Dedicated
Green
Acceptance of New Public
NA
Molnar/Miller
Improvements
Development
Water Mains and Sanitary
Agreement
Ventures, LLC
Sewers for the Willowgate
Trails Section 3
Subdivision in St. Joseph
County,
Project No. DP24-014
Professional
A&Z
Prepare Design and Bid
$370,370
Molnar/Miller
Services
Engineering,
Package for Water Main
PR-000431000
Agreement
LLC
Loop Completion,
Roadway Resurfacing, and
Sidewalk Installation from
Bendix Dr. to Portage Ave.,
for the Lathrop Street
Water Main Loop,
Project No. 125-035
Amendment
WBK
Additional Design Services
$12,946.15
Molnar/Miller
No.5 to
Engineering,
related to Bid Alternates,
Parks &
Professional
LLC
Coordination with USTA
Recreation
Services
regarding Reviews of Plans
Agreement
and Specs, and Preparations
for the VPA Leeper Courts
Reconstruction, Project No.
124-022
Agreement for R/W
Molnar/Miller
Professional
DLZ Indiana,
Acquisition Services for the
$9,650
Services
LLC
Bendix Drive
PO-0015848
Agreement
Improvements (Lathrop to
Voorde) Project No. 121-
047
Amendment
A&Z
Prepare and Record LCRS
$10,920
Molnar/Miller
No. 1 to
Engineering,
for R/W Services for
PO-0034605
Professional
LLC
Lincoln Way E. & Miami
Services
Intersection Improvements,
Agreement
Project No. 123-078
Deed of
Dedication for Wall St.
NA
Molnar/Miller
Dedication of
from Greenlawn to
Right of Way
Ironwood for Public Right
of Way for the Wall St. &
Greenlawn Ave.
Improvements, Project No.
124-023B
Amendment
American
Additional Coordination
$9,800
Molnar/Miller
No. 7 to
Structurepoint
and Analysis for the
New Revised Total:
Professional
Main/Marion Intersection
$1,083,610
Traffic Impact Study for
PR-00029313
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Services
Madison Lifestyle District,
Agreement
Project No. 123-074
APPROVAL OF LICENSE AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS
The following license and permit applications were presented for approval:
Applicant
Description
Date/Time
Location
Motion
Carried
Back 2 School
Ratify Street
August 9,
Washington High
Molnar/Miller
Parage Boogie
Closure for Special
2025; 10:00
School, East on
Event
a.m. to 12:00
Washington St. to
p.m.
Charles Black
Community Center
Back to School
Ratify Street
August 9,
Colfax Ave.
Molnar/Gilot
Rally
Closure for Special
2025; 9:00
between College St.
*Mr. Miller
Event
a.m. to 2:00
& Birdsell St.
excused himself
from this vote as
p.m.
he filled out the
application for
this event
Tim's Birthday
Street Closure for
August 16,
Golden Ave.
Molnar/Miller
Special Event
2025; 12:00
between Riverside
P.M. to 8:00
Dr. & Woodward
p.m.
Ave
Touch -A-
Street Closure for
August 16,
Thomas St. between
Molnar/Miller
Truck
Special Event
2025; 6:00
Chapin St. & Laurel
a.m. to 3:00
St.
p.m.
SBC 5K Peace
Street Closure for
August 23,
Brief Interruptions
Molnar/Miller
Run
Special Event
2025; 9:00
along Route
a.m. to 12:00
Traveling along
p.m.
Michigan St., Niles
Ave., Madison St.,
St Louis Blvd.,
Cedar St., Notre
Dame Ave., and
Sorin St.
Parkovash
Street Closure for
August 23,
Parkovash Ave. &
Molnar/Miller
Band and
Special Event
2025; 4:00
Lafayette Blvd
Friends at
P.M. to 8:00
Intersection,
Parkovash Park
p.m.
Lafayette Blvd &
Ostemo St., &
Hillcrest Ave. &
Parkovash St.
Intersections
Porchapalooza
Street Closure for
August 27,
Hill St. between
Molnar/Miller
Special Event
2025; 3:00
Colfax Ave. & N.
P.M. to 9:00
Side of Northern
p.m.
Electric Parking Lot
SB Farmer's
Street Closure for
September 6,
North Side of
Molnar/Miller
Market Car
Special Event
2025; 6:00
Market, Eddy St.
Show
a.m. to 3:00
between Mishawaka
p.m.
Ave. & Beyer Ave.
Near
Street Closure for
September
California St.
Molnar/Miller
Northwest
Special Event
21, 2025;
between Sherman
Neighborhood
9:00 a.m. to
Ave. &
Arts Cafe
8:00 P.M.
Portage/Cottage
Grove Intersection
South Bend
Street Closure for
September
Fellows St. to
Molnar/Miller
Riley
Special Event
26, 2025;
Ireland Rd, Miami
Homecoming
6:00 p.m. to
St. to Jackson Rd.
Parade
6:45 p.m.
back to High School
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Fiddler's
Sidewalk Caf6
Friday-
127 N. Main St.
Molnar/Miller
Hearth
Permit
Saturday;
11:00 a.m. to
11:00 p.m.,
Sunday 11:00
a.m. to
5:OOp.m.,
Monday -
Thursday
11:00 a.m. to
10:00 P.M.
Purple Porch
Sidewalk Caf6
Sunday 11:00
123 N. Hill St.
Molnar/Miller
Co-op
Permits
p.m. to 6:00
P.M.,
Monday -
Saturday 8:00
a.m. to 8:00
p.m.
APPROVE/DENY TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the following
traffic control device requests were approved:
NEW INSTALLATION: Three (3) No Parking Signs
LOCATION: East Side of Turnock St. from South Bend Ave. to Corby
Blvd.
REMARKS: All Criteria Met
NEW INSTALLATIONS: Handicap Accessible Parking Space Signs
LOCATION: a) 817 S. 30tn St.
b) 1034 N. Adams St.
c) 1234 Haney Ave.
d) 743 S. Meade St.
e) 1624 S. Scott St.
REMARKS: All Criteria Met
REMOVALS: Handicap Accessible Parking Space Signs
LOCATION: a) 737 S. 29tn
b) 745 W. Kaley St.
c) 1637 Brookfield St.
d) 1645 Brookfield St.
REMARKS: All Criteria Met
RATIFY APPROVAL AND/OR RELEASE CONTRACTOR, EXCAVATION, AND
OCCUPANCY BONDS
The Division of Engineering Permit Department recommended that the following bonds be ratified
pursuant to Resolution 100-2000 and/or released as follows:
Business
Bond Type
Approved/
Released
Effective Date
Jesse Denlinger DBA J L Denlinger
Concrete
Contractor
Approved
July 21, 2025
Reliable Roofing & Construction
Inc.
Contractor
Approved
July 28, 2025
Vincent Concrete LLC
Contractor
Approved
July 14, 2025
C-Tech Corporation Inc.
Excavation
Approved
July 17, 2025
Square 1 Excavation, Inc.
Excavation
Approved
July 18, 2025
C-Tech Corporation Inc.
Occupancy
Approved
July 17, 2025
Jesse Denlinger DBA J L Denlinger
Concrete
Occupancy
Approved
July 21, 2025
Square 1 Excavation Inc.
Occupancy
Approved
July 21, 2025
Reliable Roofing & Concrete
Occupancy
Approved
July 28, 2025
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Vincent Concrete LLC ---F-Occupancy
Approved
July 16, 2025
Walt's Septic Inspection LLC
I Occupancy
Approved
July 18, 2025
VP Molnar made a motion that the bond's approval and/or release as outlined above be ratified.
Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by roll call.
RATIFY PREAPPROVED CLAIMS PAYMENTS
VP Molnar stated the Board received notices of the following preapproved claim payments from
the City's Department of Administration and Finance:
Name
Date
Amount of Claim
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0112090; GBL-
0112292; GBLN-0112698
07/15/2025
$3,039,155.54
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0112972;
GBLN-0113400
07/22/2025
$7,335,375.40
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0114076
07/29/2025
$1,496,413.06
Each claim is fully supported by an invoice; the person receiving the goods or services has
approved the claims; and the claims have been filed with the City Fiscal Officer and certified for
accuracy. Therefore, upon a motion by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller, and carried by roll
call, the Board ratified the preapproved claims payments.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
Board Member Gary Gilot suggested a renewable energy dashboard and self -reporting. He
suggested the City compile and periodically post data on energy generated from city -owned solar
installations and from entities that received grants for solar projects in order to keep the public
informed.
Board Member Murray Miller thanked the Special Events Committee and stated that they do a
great job screening applications and approving them.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned the
meeting at 10:14 a.m.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
Gary A. Gilot, Member
Murray L. Miller, Member
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Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
Breana Micou, Member
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Attest: Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
Date: 9126/2025