HomeMy WebLinkAbout02102026 BPW Meeting Minutes - FinalAGENDA REVIEW SESSION FEBRUARY 5, 2026 22
The Agenda Review Session of the Board of Public Works was convened at 10:30 a.m. on
February 5, 2026, by Board President Elizabeth A. Maradik, Vice President Joseph Molnar,
and Board Members Murray Miller, Breana Micou, Abigail Magas 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.
APPROVE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Ms. Magas noted that, for the Portage and Elwood Demolition Project, the minutes
indicated that Melching’s submission was signed – not signed and requested clarification.
Clerk Horvath stated that the bid was not signed and that the minutes have been corrected
to reflect this.
CHANGE ORDERS
Mr. Murray inquired about Item 8.A, Momentum Site Improvements with Premium
Concrete Services, and the reason for the large number of additional days. Engineer Zach
Hurst explained that this is a TIF project and involved two contractors working
simultaneously on a small site and small building, which made coordinating work
challenging while maintaining quality standards and ensuring safety.
CHANGE ORDERS
Assistant City Engineer Leslie Bieck informed the Board regarding Item 8.B, Wall Street
and Greenlawn Avenue Improvements, noting that the additional days are due to weather-
related delays for landscaping and tree planting scheduled for the spring.
REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS
Mr. Murray inquired about Item 13.A, Main Street Housing Parking Garage and Podium
Construction Manager as Constructor (CMc) Services, including the project location and
scope. Project Manager Patrick Sherman explained that the project consists of a new
parking facility and apartments located adjacent to the Raclin Murphy. Mr. Sherman
further stated that CMc services are being requested due to the complexity of the project,
as the two developments will be connected.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
Board Member Murray Miller asked Attorney Schmidt about a previous project, the
O’Brien Splashpad and Restroom, and whether the MWBE goals were met. Project
Engineer Zak Tebell stated that the goals were partially met and that a good faith effort
waiver was granted.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned
the meeting at 10:39 a.m.
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REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 10, 2026
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Public Works was convened at 9:32 a.m. on
Tuesday, February 10, 2026, by Board President Elizabeth A. Maradik in the 4th
Floor Public Meeting Room, Council Chambers of the City Hall Building, 215 S. Martin
Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 400., 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 Murray Miller, Breana Micou, Abigial Magas 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. Murray and carried by roll call,
the minutes for the Agenda Review Session and Regular Meetings of the Board held on
January 22, 2026, and January 27, 2026, were approved.
OPENING OF BIDS – DEMOLITION OF 747-749 HARRISON AVE. – PROJECT NO.
124-062 (PR-00045912)
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
Rit1204@datacruz.com
Bid was signed by Ms. Rachelle L. Dolniak
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
One (1) of One (1) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Bid $443,486
DORE & ASSOCIATES, INC.
P.O. Box 338, Washington Ave.
Bay City, MI 48707
est@doreassoc.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Jason C. Dore
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
One (1) of One (1) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Bid $404,800
INDIANA EARTH, INC.
10343 McKinley Hwy.
Osceola, IN 46561
estimatorindianaearth@yahoo.com; earth92inc@sbcglobal.net
Bid was signed by Mr. Mark Osler
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Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
One (1) of One (1) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Bid $455,060
K.L.F. ENTERPRISES
2300 W. 167th St.
Markham, IL 60428
serfioe@klfent.com
Bid was signed by Mr. James Bracken
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
One (1) of One (1) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Bid $385,000
GREEN DEMOLITION CONTRACTORS, INC.
315 Brighton Street
LaPorte, IN 46350
mike@greendemolitioninc.com; kim@greendemolitioninc.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Michael J. Brough
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
One (1) of One (1) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Bid $498,800
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above bids were referred to Engineering and DCI for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF BIDS – MAIN AND WAYNE PARKING GARAGE ELEVATOR – PROJECT
NO. 125-027 (PR-00043224)
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:
GIBSON-LEWIS, LLC
1001 W. 11the St.
Mishawaka, IN 46544
ngurbick@gl.nceusa.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Nick Gurbick
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.
Zero (0) of One (1) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Bid $708,400
Alternate Bid $654,400
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Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above bids were referred to Engineering and DCI for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS – LEIGHTON RENOVATION SELECTIVE DEMO – PROJECT
NO. 125-055A (River West TIF)
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
Bid was signed by Mr. Brian Larson
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Quote $425,720
THE ROBERT HENRY CORPORATION
404 S. Frances St.
South Bend, IN 46617
mcoleman@roberthenrycorp.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Brian Henry
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Quote $132,000
ANCON CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
2121 W. Wilden Ave.
Goshen, IN 46528
glen@anconconstruction.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Glen Kauffmann
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Quote $192,680
GREEN DEMOLITION CONTRACTORS, INC.
315 Brighton Street
LaPorte, IN 46350
mike@greendemolitioninc.com; kim@greendemolitioninc.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Michael Brough
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was submitted.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum(s) Acknowledgement received.
BID:
Base Quote $428,800
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Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above quotations were referred to Engineering and DCI for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS – THE POINTE AT RIVERWALK BUILDING B WINDOWS –
PROJECT NO. 124-069D (PR-00045923)
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:
BIG C LUMBER
50860 Princess Way
Granger, IN 46530
christian.hurley@bigclumber.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Scott T. Foley
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Five percent (5%) Bid Bond was not submitted.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were not submitted
Base Quote $130,421.37
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by MR. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above quotations were referred to Engineering and DCI for review and recommendation.
AWARD BID AND APPROVE CONTRACT – 2026 CCMG IRELAND RD – PROJECT NO.
125-061 (PR-00044963)
Dan Jones, Engineering, advised the Board that on January 27, 2026, bids were received
and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those bids, Mr. Jones
recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible
bidder, Milestone Contractors, L.P., in the amount of $2,530,800, base bid plus alternate 1.
Therefore, VP Molnar made a motion that the recommendation be accepted, and the bid be
awarded, and the contract approved as outlined above. Mr. Miller seconded the motion,
which carried by roll call.
AWARD BID AND APPROVE CONTRACT – PORTAGE AND ELWOOD DEMOLITION –
PROJECT NO. 124-065B (PR-00045648)
Gemma Staton, Engineering, advised the Board that on January 27, 2026, bids were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those bids, Ms.
Staton recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder, Indiana Earth, Inc., in the amount of $775,706.50. Therefore, VP Molnar
made a motion that the recommendation be accepted, and the bid 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 NEIGHRBOHOOD SERVICES
& ENFORCEMENT – TWO COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES – PROJECT NO. 125-043BR (PR-
00044709)
Zach Hurst, Engineering, advised the Board that on January 27, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Mr. Hurst recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Indiana Earth, Inc., in the amount of $77,850. 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 – WALKER FIELD HOUSE
RESTORATION, PHASE II – PROJECT NO. 125-044R (PR-00045666)
Caitlin Wyant, Engineering, advised the Board that on January 27, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
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Ms. Wyant recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Slatile Roofing and Sheet Metal Co., Inc., in the amount of $88,812.
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.
AFFIRMATION OF APPLICANTS FOR THE 2026 WATER WORKS UTILITY SERVICE
REPAIR PROGRAM
In a memorandum to the Board, Ken Smith, Water Works Department, requested
permission to approve and affirm the application from Bob Frame Plumbing and Niezgodski
Plumbing to be part of the 2026 Water Works Utility Service Repair Program. Upon a
motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by MR. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
applications were approved.
AFFIRMATION OF APPLICANTS FOR THE 2026 SEWER INSURANCE LATERAL REPAIR
PROGRAM
In a memorandum to the Board, Larry Paker, Sewer Department, requested permission to
approve and affirm the application from Bob Frame Plumbing, Niezgodski Plumbing and
K&K Earth Moving to be part of the 2026 Sewer Insurance Lateral Repair Program. Upon a
motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
applications were approved.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 (F) – MOMENTUM SITE IMPROVEMENTS – PROJECT
NO. 124-018R (PO-0035966)
President Maradik advised that Zach Hurst, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 1) F) on behalf of Premium Concrete Services, indicating the contract amount be
increased by $11,348 and an additional one hundred and seventy-six days for a new
contract sum, including this change order, in the amount of $474,971 with a completion
date of November 1, 2025. 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. 1 - WALL ST. AND GREENLAWN AVE.
IMPROVMENTS– PROJECT NO. 124-023B (PO-0038191)
President Maradik advised that Leslie Biek, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 1 on behalf of Selge Construction Co., Inc., indicating the contract amount be
increased by $94,676.90 for a new contract sum, including this change order, in the amount
of $2,686,933.15 with a completion date of April 30, 2026. Upon a motion made by VP
Molnar, seconded by VP Molnar and carried by roll call, the change order was approved.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 (FINAL) AND PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVIT –
CENTRAL FIRE STATION REROOFING – PROJECT NO. 124-032A (PO-0036168)
President Maradik advised that Kyle Ludlow, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 1 (final) on behalf of Slatile Roofing and Sheet Metal Co., indicating the contract
amount be decreased by $5,955 for a new contract sum, including this change order, of
$692,857 and a completion date of June 13, 2025. Also submitted was the project
completion affidavit indicating this new final cost of $692,857. Upon a motion made by VP
Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, change order number 1 (final) and
the project completion affidavit were approved.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 (FINAL) AND PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVIT –
SEWER AND MANHOLE REHAB – PROJECT NO. 122-019 (PO-0033245)
President Maradik advised that Kyle Ludlow, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 3 (final) on behalf of Visu-Sewer, indicating the contract amount be decreased by
$317,697.82 for a new contract sum, including this change order, of $1,557,475.43. Also
submitted was the project completion affidavit indicating this new final cost of
$1,557,475.43. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by
roll call, change order number 3 (final) and the project completion affidavit were approved.
APPROVE PROJECT COMPLETION AFFIDAVIT – WALKER FIELD PARK
CONNECTIVITY – PROJECT NO. 123-058 (PO-0033557)
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President Maradik advised that Kyle Ludlow, Engineering, has submitted the project
completion affidavit on behalf of Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc., for the above
referenced project, indicating a final cost of $1,386,967.71. 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 – PW SERVICE CENTER ROOF
REPLACEMENT – PROJECT NO. 124-032B (PO-0036031)
President Maradik advised that Kyle Ludlow, Engineering, has submitted the project
completion affidavit on behalf of Slatile Roofing and Sheet Metal Co., Inc., for the above
referenced project, indicating a final cost of $906,032.70. 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
GUARANTEED 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 May 31, 2025 for the HVAC and November 3, 2025 for the building controls 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
–MADISON STREET TRAIL CONNECTOR – PROJECT NO. 125-031 (RIVER EAST
RESIDENTIAL TIF)
In a memorandum to the Board, Charlotte Brach, 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 REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS – MAIN
ST. HOUSING PARKING GARAGE AND PODIUM CMC – PROJECT NO. 125-065
In a memorandum to the Board, Parick Sherman, Engineering, requested permission to
advertise for the receipt of bids for the above referenced project. Therefore, upon a motion
made by VP Molnar, seconded by Ms. Magas and carried by roll call, the above request was
approved. Member Miller voted nay.
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 06-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
following resolution was adopted by the Board of Public Works:
RESOLUTION NO. 06-2026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS FOR THE
DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROPERTY
WHEREAS, I.C. 36-9-6-1 gives the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend the right and duty to have custody of, control of, use of, and dispose of in accordance with Indiana statutes, all real and personal property owned by the City of South Bend; and WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of South Bend passed as amended on
January 11, 1988, Ordinance No. 7847-88 which mandates the Board of Public Works of the
City of South Bend to determine that the sidearm of a police officer who retires in good standing is surplus property and no longer useful to the City of South Bend; and WHEREAS, DETECTIVE DANIEL LAWECKI retired effective February 7th, 2026 from the South Bend Police Department after twenty-five (25) years of service, and the Police
Merit Board of the City of South Bend has determined that he retired in good standing; and
WHEREAS, I.C. 5-22-22-1 permits and establishes procedures for disposal of personal property which is no longer needed by the City and which is unfit for the purpose for which it was intended;
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend that handgun Serial No. FJR4044, a Smith and Wesson M&P Handgun, is no longer
needed by the City and is unfit for the purpose for which it was intended and has an estimated
fair market value of less than Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00). BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that said property be disposed of and removed from the City inventory. ADOPTED this 10th day of February 2026.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
s/ Elizabeth A. Maradik
s/ Joseph R. Molnar
s/ Murray L. Miller
s/ Breana N. Micou
s/ Abigail E. Magas
ATTEST:
s/ Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 07-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR
OBSOLETE PROPERTY
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
following resolution was adopted by the Board of Public Works:
RESOLUTION NO. 07-2026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR OBSOLETE PROPERTY
FIREFIGHTER FIRE HELMET AND BOOTS
WHEREAS, pursuant to I.C. 36-9-6-1 et. seq., the Board of Public Works ("Board")
has the duty and authority to have custody, control, use, and to dispose of real and personal
property owned by the City of South Bend, Indiana; and
WHEREAS, IC 5-22-22-6 permits and establishes the procedure for disposal of personal property which is no longer needed by the City and which is unfit for the purpose for
which it was intended; and
WHEREAS, on January 6, 2026, Battalion Chief James Jones retired from the South Bend, Indiana, Fire Department after Thirty-Four plus (34+) years of service, and the Board of Public Safety of the City of South Bend, Indiana has determined that he has retired
in good standing; and
an estimated market value of less than one-thousand dollars ($1,000.00); and
WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the Property is worthless as that term is defined in I.C. 5-22-22-8(b); and
WHEREAS, I.C. 5-22-22 permits and establishes procedures for the disposal of personal property which is either unfit for the purpose for which it was intended, no longer
needed by the City, or property which is deemed worthless.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows:
1. The Property is no longer needed by the City of South Bend, is unfit for thepurposes for which was intended, and has an estimated value of less than one-thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
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2.The Property may be demolished, junked or otherwise disposed in a mannerdetermined by the Fire Chief, including donation to the Firefighter as a token for his
years of service to the City of South Bend.
ADOPTED at a meeting of the City of South Bend, Indiana, Board of Public Works held on February 10, 2026, at 1308 County-City Building, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, South
Bend, Indiana 46601.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
s/ Elizabeth A. Maradik
s/ Joseph R. Molnar
s/ Murray L. Miller
s/ Breana N. Micou
s/ Abigail E. Magas
ATTEST:
s/ Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 08-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR
OBSOLETE PROPERTY
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by MR. Miller and carried by roll call, the
following resolution was adopted by the Board of Public Works:
RESOLUTION NO. 08-2026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR OBSOLETE PROPERTY
FIREFIGHTER FIRE HELMET AND BOOTS
WHEREAS, pursuant to I.C. 36-9-6-1 et. seq., the Board of Public Works ("Board")
has the duty and authority to have custody, control, use, and to dispose of real and personal property owned by the City of South Bend, Indiana; and
WHEREAS, IC 5-22-22-6 permits and establishes the procedure for disposal of personal property which is no longer needed by the City and which is unfit for the purpose for
which it was intended; and
WHEREAS, on January 17, 2026, Battalion Chief Robert Means retired from the South Bend, Indiana, Fire Department after Thirty-Five (35) years of service, and the Board of Public Safety of the City of South Bend, Indiana has determined that he has retired in good
standing; and
WHEREAS, Chief Carl Buchanon has advised the Board that this Firefighter’s fire helmet and boots (“Property”) are of no further use to the Department, are of no practical value, and have an estimated market value of less than one-thousand dollars ($1,000.00); and
WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the Property is worthless as that term is defined in I.C. 5-22-22-8(b); and
WHEREAS, I.C. 5-22-22 permits and establishes procedures for the disposal of
personal property which is either unfit for the purpose for which it was intended, no longer needed by the City, or property which is deemed worthless.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows:
1. The Property is no longer needed by the City of South Bend, is unfit for thepurposes for which was intended, and has an estimated value of less than one-thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
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2.The Property may be demolished, junked or otherwise disposed in a mannerdetermined by the Fire Chief, including donation to the Firefighter as a token for his
years of service to the City of South Bend.
ADOPTED at a meeting of the City of South Bend, Indiana, Board of Public Works held on February 10, 2026, at 1308 County-City Building, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, South
Bend, Indiana 46601.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
s/ Elizabeth A. Maradik
s/ Joseph R. Molnar
s/ Murray L. Miller
s/ Breana N. Micou
s/ Abigail E. Magas
ATTEST:
s/ Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 09-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR
OBSOLETE PROPERTY
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
following resolution was adopted by the Board of Public Works:
RESOLUTION NO. 09-2026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR OBSOLETE PROPERTY
FIREFIGHTER FIRE HELMET AND BOOTS
WHEREAS, pursuant to I.C. 36-9-6-1 et. seq., the Board of Public Works ("Board")
has the duty and authority to have custody, control, use, and to dispose of real and personal property owned by the City of South Bend, Indiana; and
WHEREAS, IC 5-22-22-6 permits and establishes the procedure for disposal of personal property which is no longer needed by the City and which is unfit for the purpose for
which it was intended; and
WHEREAS, on January 9, 2026, Firefighter Edward Palicki retired from the South Bend, Indiana, Fire Department after Thirty-Three Plus (33+) years of service, and the Board of Public Safety of the City of South Bend, Indiana has determined that he has retired in good
standing; and
WHEREAS, Chief Carl Buchanon has advised the Board that this Firefighter’s fire helmet and boots (“Property”) are of no further use to the Department, are of no practical value, and have an estimated market value of less than one-thousand dollars ($1,000.00); and
WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the Property is worthless as that term is defined in I.C. 5-22-22-8(b); and
WHEREAS, I.C. 5-22-22 permits and establishes procedures for the disposal of
personal property which is either unfit for the purpose for which it was intended, no longer needed by the City, or property which is deemed worthless.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows:
1. The Property is no longer needed by the City of South Bend, is unfit for thepurposes for which was intended, and has an estimated value of less than one-
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thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
2.The Property may be demolished, junked or otherwise disposed in a manner
determined by the Fire Chief, including donation to the Firefighter as a token for hisyears of service to the City of South Bend.
ADOPTED at a meeting of the City of South Bend, Indiana, Board of Public Works
held on February 10, 2026, at 1308 County-City Building, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard,
South Bend, Indiana 46601.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
s/ Elizabeth A. Maradik
s/ Joseph R. Molnar
s/ Murray L. Miller
s/ Breana N. Micou
s/ Abigail E. Magas
ATTEST:
s/ Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 10-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR
OBSOLETE PROPERTY
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
following resolution was adopted by the Board of Public Works:
RESOLUTION NO. 10-2026 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ON THE DISPOSAL OF UNFIT AND/OR OBSOLETE PROPERTY
FIREFIGHTER FIRE HELMET AND BOOTS
WHEREAS, pursuant to I.C. 36-9-6-1 et. seq., the Board of Public Works ("Board") has the duty and authority to have custody, control, use, and to dispose of real and personal property owned by the City of South Bend, Indiana; and
WHEREAS, IC 5-22-22-6 permits and establishes the procedure for disposal of personal property which is no longer needed by the City and which is unfit for the purpose for which it was intended; and
WHEREAS, on January 9, 2026, Firefighter Michael Quiroz retired
from the South Bend, Indiana, Fire Department after Thirty-Two Plus (32+) years of service, and the Board of Public Safety of the City of South Bend, Indiana has determined that he has retired in good standing; and
WHEREAS, Chief Carl Buchanon has advised the Board that this
Firefighter’s fire helmet and boots (“Property”) are of no further use to the Department, are of no practical value, and have an estimated market value of less than one-thousand dollars ($1,000.00); and
WHEREAS, the Board has determined that the Property is worthless as that
term is defined in I.C. 5-22-22-8(b); and
WHEREAS, I.C. 5-22-22 permits and establishes procedures for the disposal of personal property which is either unfit for the purpose for which it was intended, no longer needed by the City, or property which is deemed worthless.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend, Indiana, as follows:
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1. The Property is no longer needed by the City of South Bend, is unfitfor the purposes for which was intended, and has an estimated value of
less than one-thousand dollars ($1,000.00).
2.The Property may be demolished, junked or otherwise disposed in amanner determined by the Fire Chief, including donation to theFirefighter as a token for his years of service to the City of South Bend.
ADOPTED at a meeting of the City of South Bend, Indiana, Board of Public Works held on February 10, 2026, at 1308 County-City Building, 227 West Jefferson Boulevard, South Bend, Indiana 46601.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
s/ Elizabeth A. Maradik
s/ Joseph R. Molnar
s/ Murray L. Miller
s/ Breana N. Micou
s/ Abigail E. Magas
ATTEST:
s/ Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 11-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS APPROVING THE DONATION OF POLICE
EQUIPMENT
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
following resolution was adopted by the Board of Public Works:
RESOLUTION NO. 11-2026 A RESOLUTION OF THE SOUTH BEND INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS APPROVING THE DONATION OF POLICE EQUIPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of South Bend Board of Public Works (the “Works Board”) exists and
operates pursuant to Ind. Code 36-9-6-1 and South Bend Municipal Code § 2-50; and
WHEREAS, Ind., Code 36-9-6-1 gives the Works Board the right and duty to have custody of,
control of, use of, and dispose of in accordance with Indiana statutes, all real and personal property owned by the City of South Bend, Indiana (the “City”), including property used by the South Bend Police Department (“SBPD”); and
WHEREAS, the SBPD possesses certain property, namely: used Two (2) 2016 Ford Taurus Police Vehicles (“Vehicles”) which have been retired from service and deemed surplus property pursuant to Ind. Code § 5-22-22-12; and
WHEREAS, Sgt. Aaron M. Knepper, of the SBPD, has made known to the SBPD the significant
need for police and emergency services equipment for use by smaller public safety agencies throughout the State for the provision of emergency services; and
WHEREAS, the SBPD wishes to gift the 2 Vehicles to the Northern Indiana Law Enforcement Academy, (the “Donees”); and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Ind. Code § 5-22-22-12(e), a governmental body may transfer title of surplus property to a police department by sale, gift, or another arrangement acceptable to the governmental
body and the fire department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND BOARD OF
PUBLIC WORKS AS FOLLOWS:
1.The City of South Bend Board of Public Works hereby approves the donation and transferof the two (2) 2016 Ford Taurus Police Vehicles from the SBPD to the Northern Indiana Law Enforcement
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Academy, and authorizes staff of the SBPD to work with the Northern Indiana Law Enforcement Academy to carry out any and all actions necessary to facilitate the transfer.
2. This Resolution will be in full force and effect upon its adoption by the City of South Bend Board of Public Works. ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City of South Bend Board of Public Works held on February 10th, 2026. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
s/ Elizabeth A. Maradik
s/ Joseph R. Molnar
s/ Murray L. Miller
s/ Breana N. Micou
s/ Abigail E. Magas
ATTEST:
s/ Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
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
Amendment
No. 2 to
Professional
Services
Agreement
Kil
Architecture
Additional Design
Services for the Walker
Field Restroom Building,
Project No. 125-024
$27,000
(PR-
00040052)
Molnar/Miller
TABLED -
Access and
Indemnificati
on
Agreement
University of
Notre Dame
Allow Research of the
Demolition Process for
Academic Purposes for
747-749 Harrison Ave.,
Project No. 124-062
NA Molnar/Miller
TIF Project
Purchase
Waiver
River Walk,
LLC
Waiver and
Indemnification
Agreement for Purchase
of Building Materials for
The Pointe at Riverwalk,
Project No. 124-069
NA Molnar/Miller
Amendment
No. 1 to PSA
Commonwealt
h Engineers,
Inc.
Additional Locating
Services for the
Cleveland and Pinhook
Well Replacements,
Project No. 125-033
$2,645
(PR-
00042116)
Molnar/Miller
Professional
Services
Agreement
Hanson
Professional
Services
Ten Percent (10%)
Design and Cost
Estimate for Tri Day
Right of Way Buildout,
Project No. 126-010
NTE $87,400
(PR-
0005981)
Molnar/Miller
Environment
al Restrictive
Covenant
IDEM, Office
of Land
Quality
Beck’s Lake NA Molnar/Miller
Amendment
No. 4 to
Professional
Lochmueller
Group, Inc.
Grant Writing
Assistance and Benefit
Cost Analysis Services
NA
(PO-
0036167)
Molnar/Miller
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Services
Agreement
for the BUILD Grant
Application for the
Riverfront West Urban
Neighborhood
Development, Project
No. 121-067
APPROVAL OF LICENSE AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS
The following license and permit applications were presented for approval:
Applicant Description Date/Time Location Motion
Carried
DTSB
February
First Fridays
–Fire and Ice
Ratify - Street
Closure for
Special Event
February 6,
2026/ 1:00
p.m. to 10:30
p.m.
Jefferson Blvd.
between Michigan
St. & Leighton
Garage
Molnar/Miller
FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION - PETITION TO VACATE THE 1ST E/W ALLEY NORTH
OF PRAST BLVED. BETWEEN ELMER ST. AND THE 1ST N/S ALLEY WEST OF ELMER ST.
President Maradik indicated that Ezequias Ruiz, has submitted a request to vacate the
above referenced alley. Ms. Maradik advised the Board is in receipt of favorable
recommendations concerning this vacation petition from the Public Works Department,
Fire Department, Police Department, and Community Investment who all state the request
does meet the criteria of I.C. 36-7-3-13. Therefore, VP Molnar made a motion to send a
favorable recommendation to the Common Council. Mr. Miller seconded the motion which
carried by roll call.
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 request was approved:
DENIAL: Handicapped Accessible Parking Space Sign
LOCATION: 702 E. South St.
REMARKS: Criteria Not Met
NEW INSTALLATION: Four (4) Stop Signs
LOCATION(S): Lafayette Fall Neighborhood
REMARKS: All Criteria Met
NEW INSTALLATION: One (1) No Parking Here to Corner
LOCATION: 36th St. & Mishawaka Ave.
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
BlueSky Restoration Contractor Approved January 30,
2026
BlueSky Restoration Occupancy Approved January 30,
2026
GME PLLC dba Greater Midwest
Exteriors
Occupancy Approved February 3,
2026
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.
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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-0127566;
GBLN-0128532; GBLN-0128631
01/20/2026 $1,189,225.02
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0128221;
GBLN-0128532; GBLN-0128631
01/30/2026 $7,560,778.97
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0128635 02/03/2026 $2,723,614.33
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
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned
the meeting at 10:01 a.m.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
_________________________________
Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
_________________________________
Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
_________________________________
Murray L. Miller, Member
_________________________________
Breana N. Micou, Member
_________________________________
Abigail E. Magas, Member
ATTEST:
________________________________
Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
February 24, 2026