HomeMy WebLinkAbout04282026 BPW Meeting Minutes - FinalAGENDA REVIEW SESSION APRIL 23, 2026 87
The Agenda Review Session of the Board of Public Works was convened at 10:30 a.m. on
April 23, 2026, by Board President Elizabeth A. Maradik, Vice President Joseph Molnar
(joined the meeting at 10:37 a.m.), and Board Members Murray Miller (not present), 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.
OPENING OF QUOATATIONS
Zach Hurst, Senior Engineer, brought up item 3.A. Milkweed Commons Utility Hookups,
Project No. 125-021C stated the goal of awarding the contract at the same meeting to
stay on schedule. The work will require at least a partial, and possibly full, closure of the
500 block of Michigan Street near the Midas building. The timeline is being coordinated
with utility hookups for the Monroe development across the street to avoid multiple
street closures.
CHANGE ORDERS
Zach Hurst, Senior Engineer, discussed item 9. F. Amendment No. 2/Change Order No. 1
for the FA Wilhelm CMC contract on the Madison Street parking garage includes two
components. First, it adds installation of a new Madison Street water main, which was
originally omitted but is now being incorporated to avoid safety issues and coordination
conflicts with multiple contractors; the cost is about $600,000, under the $750,000
budget. Second, it establishes a $500,000 construction contingency that was previously
overlooked, though $800,000 had been planned within the overall GMP. The total change
order is approximately $1.1 million, representing a 16% increase to the $6.8 million
contract, which is within Indiana State Code limits.
REQUEST TO ADVERTISE
Caitlin Wyant, Project Engineer, addressed item 6.B. request to advertise for the
Heartwood Commons TIF Project, which has a $1 million budget under a development
agreement. There are some outstanding technical and legal questions, such as whether a
title sheet is required. The request is time-sensitive, as the developer must meet a state
deadline and finalize financing by the end of June.
OPENING OF QUOATATIONS
Jacob Klosinski, Assistant City Engineer, briefly mentioned item 3.D. Water Treatment
Chemicals for Wastewater Operations and noted this is an annual bid package for
wastewater treatment chemicals, covering pricing for approximately five to six different
chemicals.
CHANGE ORDERS
Jacob Klosinski, Assistant City Engineer, discussed item 5. B. Change Order No. 2 for the
Youth Services Bureau and South Bend Thrive subdivision project accounts for final
overruns and underruns, which were minimal at about 0.5% of the contract. Most cost
changes stem from added scopes such as sidewalks and field adjustments to water and
grading resulting in a total change of just over $90,000. A project completion affidavit will
be presented at the first May meeting to close out the project.
AGREEMENTS/CONTRACTS/PROPOSALS/ADDENDA
Jacob Klosinski, Assistant City Engineer, addressed item 9. D. Amendment No. 2 to
Professional Services Agreement with A&Z Engineering, LLC, which covers additional
services required due to changes in the water main design, including an increased casing
size after bidding. The update includes revisions to permits, expanded construction
administration, and on-site monitoring during boring operations with a geotechnical
engineer and survey crew. Permitting with the railroad is in progress, with construction
expected this summer, and a future increase to the construction contract will be brought
forward once pricing is finalized.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned
the meeting at 10:40 a.m.
ATTEST:
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 2026
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Public Works was convened at 9:33 a.m. on
Tuesday, April 28, 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, Abigail 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. Miller and carried by roll call,
the minutes for the Agenda Review Session and Regular Meetings of the Board held on
April 9, 2026, and April 14, 2026, were approved.
OPENING OF BIDS – RIVER GLEN OFFICE BUILDING DEMOLITION – PROJECT NO.
126-030 (PR-00046877)
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 Donald Ritschard, Jr.
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 Acknowledgements received.
BID:
May 12, 2026
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Base Bid $793,876
VEIT & COMPANY, INC
14000 Veit Place
Rogers, MN 55374
kyle.bares@veitusa.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Michael Mahn
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 Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $747,000
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
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $649,500
INDIANA EARTH, INC.
10343 McKinley Hwy.
Osceola, IN 46561
estimatorindianaearth@yahoo.com
Bid was signed by Mr. Mark Osler
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 Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $618,950
GREEN DEMOLITION CONTRACTORS, INC.
315 Brighton Street
LaPorte, IN 46350
mike@greendemolitioninc.com; kim@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) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $733,800
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
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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 Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $442,000
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 AND AWARD OF QUOTATIONS – APPROVE CONTRACT – MILKWEED
COMMONS UTILITY HOOKUPS – PROJECT NO. 126-030 (PR-00046877)
Zach Hurst 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:
INDIANA EARTH, INC. - AWARDEE
10343 McKinley Hwy.
Osceola, IN 46561
estimatorindianaearth@yahoo.com
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Mark Osler
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
QUOTATION: $189,940
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.
After reviewing those quotations, Zack Hurst, Engineer, recommended that the Board
award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Indiana Earth, Inc., in
the amount of $189,940. Therefore, VP Molnar made a motion that the recommendation
be accepted and the quotation awarded, and the contract approved as outlined above.
Mr. Miller seconded the motion and carried it by roll call.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS – THE POINTE AT RIVERWALK FRAMING AND DECKING
– PROJECT NO. 124-069F (RIVER EAST 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:
BIG C LUMBER
50860 Princess Way
Granger, IN 46530
christian.hurley@bigclumber.com
Quotation was signed by Mr. Christian Hurley
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were not submitted
Base Quote $405,027.50
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above quotations were referred to for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS – SOUTH BEND POLICE DEPARTMENT SERVER ROOM
COOLING – PROJECT NO. 126-035
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:
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GRIFFEN PLUMBING AND HEATING
2310 Toledo Road
Elkhart, IN 46516
nate@griffenph.com
Quotation was signed by Nate Herhberger
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed
Three (3) MWBE Forms (1.0, 2.0, 2.1) were submitted
Two (2) of Two (2) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $166,057
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above quotations were referred to for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS – WATER CHEMICALS FOR WASTEWATER 2026-2027 –
(SEWAGE WORKS, WASTEWATER CAPITAL)
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:
EVOQUA WATER TECHNOLOGIES LLC
2650 Tallevast Road
Sarasota, FL 34243
Jamie.thomas@xylem.com
Quotation was signed by Mr. David Morano
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was NOT complete.
QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton No Bid No Bid
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride Gal. No Bid No Bid
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton No Bid No Bid
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. No Bid No Bid
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. $3.30* $148,500
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL $148,500
*PLEASE NOTE: Evoqua reserves the right to add a temporary fuel surcharge during
the term of this Agreement in response to increased fuel cost
volatility, including fluctuations in oil prices, in accordance with
Evoqua's standard pricing practices
SOLENIS LLC
2475 Pinnacle Drive
Wilmington, DE 19803
cvaughanburns@solenis.com
Quotation was signed by Ms. Wendy Mueller
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was NOT complete.
QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton No Bid No Bid
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2 90,000 Ferric Chloride Gal. No Bid No Bid
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton No Bid No Bid
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. $1.86 $74,400
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL $74,400
PVS TECHNOLOGIES
10900 Harper Avenue
Detroit, MI 48213
sbarthel@pvschemicals.com / bids@pvschemicals.com;
Quotation was signed by Ms. Tatyana Lipanovich
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was NOT complete.
QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton No Bid No Bid
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride – PIX-111 Gal. $2.47 $222,300
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton No Bid No Bid
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. No Bid No Bid
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL $222,300
KEMIRA WATER SOLUTIONS
4321 W. 6th St.
Lawrence, KS 66047
gayla.walker@kemira.com
Quotation was signed by Ms. Gayla Walker
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was NOT complete.
QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton No Bid No Bid
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride – PIX-111 Gal. $2.25 $202,500
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton No Bid No Bid
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. No Bid No Bid
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL $205,500
JCI JONES CHEMICALS INC.
600 Bethel Ave.
Beech Grove, IN 46107
smcelfresh@jcichem.com
Quotation was signed by Mr. Logan Halcomb
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was NOT complete.
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QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton $1,360 $204,000
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride Gal. No Bid No Bid
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton $1,350 $135,000
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. No Bid No Bid
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL $339,000
POLYDYNE INC.
One Chemical Plant Rd.
Riceboro, GA 31323
swells@polydyneinc.com
Quotation was signed by Mr. Boyd Stanley
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was NOT completed.
QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton No Bid No Bid
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride Gal. No Bid No Bid
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton No Bid No Bid
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. $1.80 $72,000
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL $72,000
UNIVAR SOLUTIONS USA LLC
4600 Dues Drive
Cincinnati, OH 45246
shelley.riggle@univarsolutions.com
Quotation was signed by Ms. Shelley Riggle
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was NOT completed.
QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton No Bid No Bid
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride Gal. No Bid No Bid
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton No Bid No Bid
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. No Bid No Bid
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. $2.22 $22,200
TOTAL $22,200
ALEXANDER CHEMICAL CORPORATION
7593 S. First Rd.
LaPorte, IN 46350
Cheyenne.haney@alexchem.com
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Quotation was signed by Mr. Robert Davidson
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Indiana Local Business Preference Claim was submitted.
QUOTE:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton $1,249 $187,350
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride Gal. No Bid No Bid
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton $1,244 $124,400
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. No Bid No Bid
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL $311,750
USALCO
2601 Cannery Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21226
bmccoy@usalco.com
Submitted a letter stating they could not participate in this year’s chemical bid.
Letter was signed by Mr. Brett McCoy
BID:
Item
No.
Est.
Qty.
Item Units Unit Price Total
1 150 Chlorine – 1 Ton Cylinders Ton No Bid No Bid
2 90,000 Ferric Chloride Gal. No Bid No Bid
3 100 Sulfur Dioxide – 1 Ton
Cylinders
Ton No Bid No Bid
4 40,000 Dry Polymer Flocculent –
50/55 Lb. Polyethylene Bag
Lbs. No Bid No Bid
5 45,000 Calcium Nitrate Gal. No Bid No Bid
6 10,000 Sodium Hypochlorite, 12.5% Gal. No Bid No Bid
TOTAL No Bid
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above quotations were referred to Engineering for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS – WEST WASHINGTON MID-BLOCK CROSSING –
PROJECT NO. 124-070 (PR-00047509)
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:
PREMIUM CONCRETE SERVICES
712 Richmond St.
Elkhart, IN 46516
rbecker@premiumservices.group
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Rob Becker
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
QUOTATION:
Base Quote $112,198
MILESTONE CONTRACTORS L.P.
24358 State Road 23
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South Bend, IN 46614
akrueger@milestonelp.com, dhilary@milestonelp.com
Quotation was signed by Mr. Dustin Hilary
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
QUOTATION:
Base Quote $149,903
RIETH-RILEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
25200 State Road 23
South Bend, IN 46614
ralvarado@rieth-riley.com; amazzocchi@rieth-riley.com
Quotation was signed by Mr. Ruben Alvarado
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
QUOTATION:
Base Quote $133,033.30
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above quotations were referred to for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF QUOTATIONS – VETERAN’S MEMORIAL PARK TWYCKENHAM
SIDEWALK – PROJECT NO. 125-077 (PR-00047518)
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:
PREMIUM CONCRETE SERVICES
712 Richmond St.
Elkhart, IN 46516
rbecker@premiumservices.group
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Rob Becker
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.
QUOTATION:
Base Quote $179,840
MILESTONE CONTRACTORS L.P.
24358 State Road 23
South Bend, IN 46614
akrueger@milestonelp.com, cmitcham@milestonelp.com
Quotation 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.
QUOTATION:
Base Quote $180,195
RIETH-RILEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
25200 State Road 23
South Bend, IN 46614
gvanparys@rieth-riley.com
Quotation was signed by Mr. Ruben Alvarado
Non-Collusion, Non-Discrimination Affidavit Form was completed.
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Three (3) Forms MWBE-1.0, 2.0, 2.1 were completed.
QUOTATION:
Base Quote $218,589.95
SELGE CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
2833 South 11th Street
Niles, MI 49120
bkuhns@selgeconstruction.com
Quotation was submitted by Mr. Robert P. Kuhns
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.
QUOTATION:
Base Quote $175,515.25
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above quotations were referred to for review and recommendation.
AWARD BID – SALE OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY – 3814 S. MICHIGAN ST.
Erin Michaels, Community Investment, advised the Board that on April 14, 2026, bids were
received and opened for the above referenced contract. After reviewing those bids, Ms.
Michaels recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder K.R. Palmer, 2528 Mishawka Ave., South Bend, IN 46615, in the amount
of $7,706 with associated fees the total amount of $7,550. Therefore, Ms. Magas made a
motion that the recommendation be accepted, and the bid be awarded as outlined above.
Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by roll call.
AWARD BID – SALE OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY – VACANT LOT 39 – S. MICHIGAN ST.
Erin Michaels, Community Investment, advised the Board that on April 14, 2026, bids were
received and opened for the above referenced contract. After reviewing those bids, Ms.
Michaels recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible bidder K.R. Palmer, 2528 Mishawka Ave., South Bend, IN 46615, in the amount
of $8,606 with associated fees the total amount of $8,450. Therefore, VP Molnar made a
motion that the recommendation be accepted, and the bid be awarded as outlined above.
Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by roll call.
AWARD BID AND APPROVE CONTRACT – 2026 TRAFFIC CALMING – PROJECT NO.
126-023 (PR-00046576)
Charlotte Brach, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 14, 2026, 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, Premium Concrete Services, in the amount of $377,170, base bid plus alternate
no.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 – 2026 STREET AND SEWER MATERIALS BID–
PROJECT NO. 126-015 (FUNDS 202, 251, 266, 412, 640, 641)
Dan Jones, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 14, 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, Ozinga Ready Mix - Division A: Klink Trucking, Inc.– Division B, Item B-1, B-3, B-4,
and B-6: Division B, Item B-2, no bids received, City recommendation to proceed to open
market: Penn Soils LLC. - Division B, Items B-5: BUC Construction Supply, Inc. - Division C,
American Highway Products - Division D: Ennis-Flint Inc. - Division E, Items E-1, E-2, E-3,
and E-4 – Division E, Item E-5 - No bids received, will proceed; City recommendation to
proceed to open market: - Division F, Item F-1 No bids received, will proceed open market:
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Bit- Mat Products of Indiana - Division G, Items G-1 and G-2: Division G, Item G-3 – No bids
received, will proceed; City recommendation to proceed to open market. Therefore, VP
Molnar made a motion that the recommendation be accepted, and the bids be awarded, and
the contract approved as outlined above. Mr. Miller seconded the motion, which carried by
roll call.
AWARD BID AND APPROVE CONTRACT – 2026 ASPHALT MATERIALS BID – PROJECT
NO. 126-016 (FUNDS 251, 266, 412)
Dan Jones, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 14, 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. 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.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 – RIVERFRONT WEST URBAN NEIGHBORHOOD
DEVELOPMENT – PROJECT NO. 121-067 (PO-004183)
President Maradik advised that Charlotte Brach, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 2 on behalf of C&E Excavating, Inc., indicating a time extension for Milestone 3 with
be sixty (60) days with a new completion date of July 31, 2027, and Milestone 4 with ninety
(90) days with a new completion date of October 31, 2027. 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. 2 – YOUTH SERVICES BUREAU/SOUTH BEND THRIVE
SUBDIVISION AND OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENTS – PROJECT NO. 123-011 (PO-0029777)
President Maradik advised that Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 2 on behalf of Rieth-Riley Construction Co., Inc., indicating the contract amount be
increased by $90,378.77 with an additional three-hundred and four (304) days for a new
contract sum, including this change order, in the amount of $3,537,249.26 and a completion
date of May 31, 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. 2 – SORIN PARK PLAYGROUND INSTALLATION –
PROJECT NO. 125-076 (PR-00045207)
President Maradik advised that Lidya Abreha, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 2 on behalf of Ann Bernard Construction, LLC, indicating the contract amount be
increased by $3,5007 for a new contract sum, including this change order, in the amount of
$28,040. 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 – MADISON LIFESTYLE DISTRICT – PROJECT NO.
123-074 (PO-0037917)
President Maradik advised that Zach Hurst, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 1 on behalf of F.A. Wilhelm, indicating the contract amount be increased by
$1,110,176 for a new contract sum, including this change order, in the amount of
$7,939,176. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll
call, the change order was approved.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS AND TITLE SHEET
– CENTURY CENTER KITCHEN DUCT REPLACEMENT – PROJECT NO. 125-060 (PR-
00047596)
In a memorandum to the Board, Nifemi Oluwatomini, 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.
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TABLED - APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS AND
TITLE SHEET – HEARTWOOD COMMONS TIF PROJECT – PROJECT NO. 126-031 (PR-
00047578)
In a memorandum to the Board, Caitlin Wyant, 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 tabled
until the May 12, 2026 meeting.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF PROPOSALS – SOUTH
BEND ABIS SYSTEM 2026-2036 CONTRACT
In a memorandum to the Board, Aaron Knepper, South Bend Police Department requested
permission to advertise for the receipt of bids for the above referenced project. Therefore,
upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above
request was approved.
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 16-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS ACCEPTING THE TRANSFTER OF REAL
PROPERTY FROM THE SOUTH BEND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION
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. 16-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA, ACCEPTING THE TRANSFER OF REAL PROPERTY FROM THE SOUTH
BEND PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION
WHEREAS, the City of South Bend, Indiana, Board of Public Works (the “Board”) has
custody of real property owned by the City of South Bend, Indiana (the “City”) pursuant to
Indiana Code 36-9-6-3; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the terms of a certain Lease between the Board and the
South Bend Public Transportation Corporation (“TRANSPO”) dated January 5, 2006 (the
“Lease”), TRANSPO intends to convey to the City certain real property, commonly known
as the Main/Colfax Parking Garage property and more particularly described in attached
Exhibit A (the “Property”), by the Quitclaim Deed attached hereto as Exhibit B (the “Deed”);
and
WHEREAS, the steps required to obtain approval by the FTA for the transfer
of the Property as described herein are currently in process and the transfer contemplated
under this resolution shall be contingent on final approval by the FTA.
WHEREAS, it is anticipated that TRANSPO will adopt a resolution to effectuate this
transfer; and
WHEREAS, the Board desires to express its acceptance of the Deed conveying the
Property to the City under the terms of the Lease; and
WHEREAS, the Board desires to appoint one of its members to take all actions
necessary to complete the transfer of the Property from TRANSPO to the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS OF
THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA, AS FOLLOWS:
1. The Board hereby accepts TRANSPO’s conveyance of the Property to the
City as set forth in the Deed pursuant to the terms of the Lease.
2. The Board hereby appoints Mr. Joseph Molnar, employee of the Department
of Community Investment and a member of the Board, as the Board’s authorized
representative in completing the transfer of the Property.
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3. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect upon its adoption.
ADOPTED at a meeting of the Board of Public Works of the City of South Bend,
Indiana held on April 28, 2026, at 215 S. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Suite 300, 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. 17-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS FOR THE DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS PROEPRTY
PATROLMAN DAVID RYAN’S FIREARM
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. 17-2026
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, PATROLMAN FIRST CLASS DAVID RYANS retired effective March
28th, 2026 from the South Bend Police Department after twenty-eight (28) 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;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Public Works of the City of
South Bend that handgun Serial No. FJN4035, 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 28th day of April, 2026.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
s/ Elizabeth A. Maradik
s/ Joseph R. Molnar
s/ Murray L. Miller
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 2026 100
s/ Breana N. Micou
s/ Abigail E. Magas
ATTEST:
s/ Hillary R. Horvath, Clerk
ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 18-2026 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH BEND,
INDIANA BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS APPROVING THE DONATION OF POLICE
EQUIPMENT – TWO (2) 2015 FORD TAURUS POLICE VEHICLES
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. 18-2026
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) 2015 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 Two (2) Vehicles to the Shirley (IN) Police
Department, (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.
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 transfer of the two (2) 2015 Ford Taurus Police Vehicles from the SBPD to the Shirley,
Indiana Police Department, and authorizes staff of the SBPD to work with the Shirley,
Indiana Police Department 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 April 28th, 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
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 2026 101
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
Real
Property
Transfer
Agreement
Affordable
HomeMatters
Indiana, LLC
Transfer of Property at
530 Blaine Ave. for
Development of
Affordable Housing
NA VP Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Amendment
No. 1 to
Professional
Services
Agreement
Alliance
Architects, Inc.
Additional Design
Services, Construction
Plans, and Specs for the
Streets Department
Locker Room Expansion
Project, Project No. 126-
004
$11,000
(PR-
00045508)
VP Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Amendment
No. 1 to
Professional
Services
Agreement
SJCA Inc. Full Design for Sidewalk
& Storm Sewer
Extension on the
Northside of Ireland Rd.
for the Ireland Rd.
Sidewalk Connector,
Project No. 125-036
$53,700
(PO-
0040748)
VP Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Amendment
No. 2 to
Professional
Services
Agreement
A&Z
Engineering,
LLC
Additional Engineering
Services, Including
Railroad Permit
Resubmission,
Construction
Observation,
Geotechnical Services,
and Survey Services for
the Greenlawn Water
Main Replacement
Project, Project No. 122-
041
$37,190
(PO-
0017156)
VP Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Contract C.H. Garmong
& Son, Inc.
Pre-Construction
Contract for Chosen CM
from the RFP Process
for the Main St. Parking
Garage CMc and the
General Approach to the
Eventual GMP, Project
No. 125-065
$15,000
(PO-
0047561)
VP
Molnar/Ms.
Magas: Mr.
Miller opposed
Amendment
No. 1 to
Agreement
to Buy and
Sell Real
Estate
Roger &
Andrea
Morton
Extend Possession Date
of the Property at 1839-
1837 Randolph St. to
Twelve (12) Months to
Allow More Time for the
Sellers to Purchase a
New Residence and
Relocate Personal
Property
NA VP Molnar/Mr.
Miller
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 2026 102
APPROVAL OF LICENSE AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS
The following license and permit applications were presented for approval:
Applicant Description Date/Time Location Motion
Carried
Council Oak
Spa
Massage
Establishment
Renewal
3302 Portage Ave. VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Heart2Heart
Massage &
Wellness
Massage
Establishment
Renewal
310 N. Ironwood
Dr.
VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
L&L
Bodywork
LLC
Massage
Establishment
Renewal
3524 Mishawaka
Ave.
VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Therapeutic
Indulgence
Massage
Establishment
Renewal
903 E. Jefferson
Blvd.
VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
AB
Reflexology &
Massage
Massage
Establishment
Renewal
2614 S. Michigan
St.
VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
King Massage Denied - Massage
Establishment
Renewal
2052 E. Ireland Rd. VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Homestead
Steaks LLC
Transient
Merchant
May 8-12,
2026/ 10:00
a.m. to 7:00
p.m.
4640 S. St. Joseph
St. – Menard’s
Parking Lot
VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
The Early Bird
Eatery
Sidewalk Café
Permit - Renewal
Monday-
Friday 8:00
a.m. to 2:00
p.m./Saturday-
Sunday 9:00
a.m. to 2:00
p.m.
117 E. Wayne St. VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Ivy Alley
Social House
Sidewalk Café
Permit – New
Tuesday-
Sunday/ 11:00
a.m. to 11:00
p.m.
321 W. Wayne St. VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
F.A. Wilhelm
Construction
Co., Inc.
Long Term
Occupancy Permit
March 30,
2026 to
December 31,
2027
Madison St.
between Michigan
St. and Main St.
VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
Ancon
Construction
Long Term
Occupancy Permit
May 2026
through
September
2026
Sidewalks abutting
2614, 2616, &
2626 Main St. and
109 E. Eckman St.
VP
Molnar/Mr.
Miller
FAVORABLE RECOMMENDATION - PETITION TO VACATE THE RIGHT OF WAY AT 710
&718 NAPOLEON ST
President Maradik indicated that Dave and Jennifer Ludwig, has submitted a request to
vacate the above referenced right of way. 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 subject to the sidewalk being entirely within
the newly established right-of-way and remain to the south of the existing established trees
and installation of ADA ramps to the Common Council. Mr. Miller seconded the motion
which carried by roll call.
REGULAR MEETING APRIL 28, 2026 103
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:
REMOVALS: Accessible Parking Space Sign
LOCATION: 718 S. 28th St.
725 S. 27th St.
1117 Roosevelt 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
Contractor Approved/R
eleased
Sunnybrook Excavating LLC Excavation Approved April 9, 2026
Peerless-Midwest, Inc. Excavation Approved April 15, 2026
Sunnybrook Excavating LLC Occupancy Approved April 9, 2026
ClimbX Solutions Occupancy Approved April 16, 2026
Defender Roofing & Construction Occupancy Approved April 20, 2026
Peerless-Midwest, Inc. Occupancy Approved April 15, 2026
F.A. Wilhelm Construction Co.,
Inc.
Occupancy Approved April 21, 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.
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-0132462;
GBLN-0132586; GBLN-0132633
03/25/2026 $2,395,118.54
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0133126;
GBLN-0133194; GBLN-0132950
03/31/2026 $3,037,870.44
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0133475;
GBLN-0133637; GBLN-0133764
04/08/2026 $1,464,423.06
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0133958;
GBLN-0134034
04/14/2026 $2,627,223.21
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
Attorney Michael Schmidt informed the board that no action is required, but the City has
updated its Minority and Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) program plan through the
Office of Diversity and Inclusion, with support from the Inclusive Procurement and
Contracting Board. The updated plan serving as a guide for implementing the ordinance will
apply to Public Works documents advertised for the meeting. He also requested that the
Engineering Department collaborate with the Office of Diversity and Inclusion during pre-
bid meetings to ensure contractors are informed of the changes.
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned
the meeting at 10:14 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 May 7, 2026