HomeMy WebLinkAbout05122026 BPW Meeting Minutes - FinalAGENDA REVIEW SESSION May 7, 2026 105
The Agenda Review Session of the Board of Public Works was convened at 10:31 a.m. on
May 7, 2026, by Board President Elizabeth A. Maradik, Vice President Joseph Molnar, 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.
AGENDA REVIEW SESSION ACTION ITEMS
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO REJECT BIDS/QUOTATIONS – THE POINT AT
RIVERWALK FRAMING AND DECKING – PROJECT NO. 124-069F (River East TIF)
In a memorandum to the Board, Gemma Stanton requested permission to reject all bids for
the above referenced project due to the quote coming in higher than the State’s Threshold.
Therefore, upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Ms. Magas and carried by roll
call, the above request was approved.
REQUEST TO ADVERTISE – THE POINTE AT RIVERWALK FRAMING AND DECKING –
PROJECT NO. – 124-069G
In a memorandum to the Board, Gemma Stanton, Engineering Department, requested
permission to approve and affirm the request to advertise The Pointe at Riverwalk
Framing and Decking. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Ms. Magas and
carried by roll call, the above request to advertise was approved.
Board members discussed the following item(s) from the agenda.
AWARD BIDS AND APPROVE CONTRACTS
Zach Hurst, Engineer, provided an update on item 6.1. the River Glen Office Building
Demolition Bid Award, noting that KLF Enterprises submitted the lowest bid but had
incomplete paperwork, while Indiana Earth submitted a complete and responsive bid, with
a final award decision pending additional documentation from KLF Enterprises. Attorney
Schmidt stated that, pursuant to the RBO (Responsible Bidders Ordinance), staff is
permitted to contact bidders to determine whether they can submit the missing
documents in order to be considered for the award.
CHANGE ORDERS
Member Abigail Magas inquired about the change order item 8. B. Dylan Dr. Lighting
Improvements and asked for additional information regarding the increase. Engineer
Caitlin Wyant stated that additional work was required due to rodent damage to wiring,
necessitating wire replacement and installation of metal shrouds by Michiana Contracting
AWARD QUOTATIONS AND APPROVE CONTRACTS
VP Molnar asked if item 7.B. the West Washington Mid-Block Crossing was all set.
Engineer Lidya Abreha noted that the initial request was for $80,000, it was determined
that $40,000 would be sufficient from the Redevelopment Commission.
PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR
The Board was introduced to Rolf Seh, a new Project Engineer who started this week. Rolf
shared that he recently graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a master’s
degree in civil and environmental engineering and expressed his excitement about joining
the team. The board welcomed him.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned
the meeting at 10:38 a.m.
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
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Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
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Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
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Murray L. Miller, Member
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Breana N. Micou, Member
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Abigail E. Magas, Member
REGULAR MEETING May 12, 2026
The Regular Meeting of the Board of Public Works was convened at 9:33 a.m. on
Tuesday, May 12, 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 23, 2026, and April 28, 2026, were approved.
PUBLIC HEARING – NEW MESSAGE ESTABLISHMENT
President Maradik advised that this was the date set for the Board’s Public
Hearing concerning a license application for Massage by Katie. It was noted
favorable recommendations 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 – 2026 CONTRACTOR PAVING ROUND 2 – PROJECT NO. 126-026
(PR-00047128)
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
dsnodderly@rieth-riley.com
Bid was signed by Mr. 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.
May 26,2026
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One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $1,124,190
MILESTONE CONTRACTORS L.P.
24358 State Road 23
South Bend, IN 46614
akrueger@milestonelp.com, epillipow@milestonelp.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.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $1,118,000
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above bids were referred to Engineering for review and recommendation.
OPENING OF BIDS – 2024 LEAD SERVICE LINE REPLACEMENTS NW ZONE REBID –
PROJECT NO. 123-069CR (STATE REVOLVING FUND)
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:
SELGE CONSTRUCTION CO., INC.
2833 South 11th Street
Niles, MI 49120
bkuhns@selgeconstruction.com
Bid 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.
One (1) of One (1) Addendum Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $4,522,635
Alternate A $636,182
Alternate B $787,493.50
Alternate C $334,025.50
Alternate D $392,726
Bid Total $6,673,062
KLS UNDERGROUND INC.
67297 131 Business
Constantine, MI 49042
robfisher@klsunderground.com
Bid was submitted by Mr. Robert Fisher
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 Acknowledgements received.
BID:
Base Bid $1,946,337.05
Alternate A $280,306.60
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Alternate B $326,188.35
Alternate C $142,257.30
Alternate D $165,965.40
Bid Total $2,871,054.70
Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the
above bids were referred to Engineering for review and recommendation.
AWARD BID AND APPROVE CONTRACT – RIVER GLEN OFFICE BUILDING
DEMOLITION – PROJECT NO. 126-030 (River West DA TIF)
Zach Hurst, Engineer, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, bids were received and
opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those bids, Mr. Hurst
recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible
bidder, KLF Enterprises, in the amount of $442,000. 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 – VETERAN’S MEMORIAL PARK
TWYCKENHAM SIDEWALK – PROJECT NO. 125-077 (PR-00047518)
Caitlin Wyant, Engineer, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Ms. Wyant recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Selge Construction Co., Inc., in the amount of $175,215.25. 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 – WEST WASHINGTON MID-
BLOCK CROSSING – PROJECT NO. 124-070 (PR-00047518)
Lidya Abreha, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, 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, Premium Concrete Services, in the amount of $112,198. 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 – WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
– WASTEWATER 2026-2027 (Sewage Works, Wastewater Operations)
Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Mr. Kosinski recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Evoqua Water Technologies, in the amount of $3.30 per gallon,
Calcium Nitrate for a One (1) Year Contract. 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 – WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
– WASTEWATER 2026-2027 (Sewage Works, Wastewater Operations)
Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Mr. Kosinski recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Alexander Chemical Corporation, in the amount of $1,249 per ton,
Chlorine, 1 Ton Cylinders for a One (1) Year Contract. 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.
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AWARD QUOTATION AND APPROVE CONTRACT – WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
– WASTEWATER 2026-2027 (Sewage Works, Wastewater Operations)
Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Mr. Kosinski recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Polydyne Inc., in the amount of $1.80 per Pound, Dry Polymer
Flocculent for a One (1) Year Contract. 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 – WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
– WASTEWATER 2026-2027 (Sewage Works, Wastewater Operations)
Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Mr. Kosinski recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Kemira Water Solutions Inc., in the amount of $2.25 Per Gallon, Ferric
Chloride for a One (1) Year Contract. 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 – WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
– WASTEWATER 2026-2027 (Sewage Works, Wastewater Operations)
Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Mr. Kosinski recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Univar Solutions USA LLC, in the amount of $2.22 per Gallon, Sodium
Hypoclorite. 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 – WATER TREATMENT CHEMICALS
– WASTEWATER 2026-2027 (Sewage Works, Wastewater Operations)
Jacob Klosinski, Engineering, advised the Board that on April 28, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Mr. Kosinski recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Alexander Chemical Corporation, in the amount of $1,244 per Ton,
Sulfur Dioxide, 1 Ton Cylinders for a One (1) Year Contract. 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 – ST. JOSEPH RIVERBANK TREE
FUND PLANTING – PROJECT NO. 125-062 (PR-00047842)
Caitlin Wyant, Engineering, advised the Board that on May 1, 2026, quotations were
received and opened for the above referenced project. After reviewing those quotations,
Ms. Wyant recommended that the Board award the contract to the lowest responsive and
responsible quoter, Davey Resource Group, in the amount of $11,700. 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.
APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. – 1 – KENNEDY PARK RENOVATION - PROJECT NO.
123-008 (PR-0047164)
President Maradik advised that Patrick Sherman, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 1 on behalf of Garmong Construction Services, indicating the contract amount be
increased by $34,267.95 for a new contract sum, including this change order, in the amount
of $15,836,926.95 and a completion date of July 3, 2027. Upon a motion made by VP
Molnar, seconded by Ms. Magas and carried by roll call, with Mr. Miller voting nay, the
change order was approved.
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APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 1 – DYLAN DR. LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS –
PROJECT NO. 119-047 (PO-0041225)
President Maradik advised that Caitlin Wyant, Engineering, has submitted change order
number 1 on behalf of Michiana Contracting, indicating the contract amount be increased
by $15,792.92 for a new contract sum, including this change order, in the amount of
$355,434.92. 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 – BASNEY AUTO WATER MAIN
EXTENSION LASALLE TRAIL – PROJECT NO. DP25-006
President Maradik advised that, Gemma Stanton, has submitted the project completion
affidavit on behalf of Basney Enterprises, for the above referenced project, indicating a final
cost of $105,000. 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 – CITY-COUNCIL CHAMBERS
DIMMING – PROJECT NO. 126-014 – (PR-00046691)
President Maradik advised that, Zak Tebell, has submitted the project completion affidavit
on behalf of Pemberton Davis, for the above referenced project, indicating a final cost of
$2,650. Upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call,
the project completion affidavit was approved.
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
approved, and the title sheet was approved and signed.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS – TITLE SHEET –
WESTERN AVENUE TRANSFORMATION DISTRICT – PROJECT NO. 125-047 (HUD
LOAN / RIVER WEST TIF)
In a memorandum to the Board, Charlie Brach, 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 Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the above request was
approved.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS AND TITLE SHEET
– 2026 CURB AND SIDEWALK – PROJECT NO. 126-005 (PR-00047845)
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
approved, and the title sheet was approved and signed.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS – SPEC A SIX (6)
MORE OR LESS 2026 OR NEWER ½ TON FOUR WHEEL DRIVE PICK UP TRUCKS (PR-
00047863)
In a memorandum to the Board, Michael Bartley, Central Service, 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.
APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS – SPEC B FIVE (5)
MORE OR LESS 2026 OR NEWER FRONT WHEEL DRIVE SUV PR-00047865)
In a memorandum to the Board, Michael Bartley, Central Service, 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.
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APPROVAL OF REQUEST TO ADVERTISE FOR THE RECEIPT OF BIDS – SPEC C SIX (6)
MORE OR LESS 2026 OR NEWER ¾ TON FOUR WHEEL DRIVE PICK UP TRUCKS (PR-
00047866)
In a memorandum to the Board, Michael Bartley, Central Service, 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.
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
Professional
Services
Agreement
DLZ Indiana,
LLC
Full Services for
Permanent Backup
Generator Additions for
the Cleveland North
Wellfield, Carriage Hills
Wellfield, and
Winterberry Booster
Station.
$159,000/
(PR-
00047810)
Molnar/Miller
Amendment
No. 3 to
Professional
Service
Agreement
American
Structurepoint
, Inc
Next Stage of Design
Development for the
Leighton Building 1st
Floor Slab Infill, 1st and
2nd Floor Main St Entry
Garage Connection,
Project No. 125-055E
$49,050/
(River West
Development
)
Molnar/Miller
Dedicated
Improvemen
ts Agreement
The
Monreaux,
LLC
Dedicated
Improvements in the
Monroe and Michigan St
ROW Associated with
Construction of the
Monreaux Building,
Project No. DP24-005
NA Molnar/Miller
Amendment
No. 2 to
Professional
Services
Agreement
DLZ Indiana,
LLC
Construction
Administration Services
for the Kennedy Park
Renovation, Project No.
123-008
$284,500
(PO-
0020654)
Molnar/Miller
APPROVAL OF LICENSE AND PERMIT APPLICATIONS
The following license and permit applications were presented for approval:
Applicant Description Date/Time Location Motion
Carried
Linden Ave
Farmers
Market
Street Closure for
Special Event
5/9, 6/13,
7/11, 8/8,
9/12, 2026-
6:00am –
2:00pm
Linden Ave
between College
St & Birdsell St
Molnar/Miller
Steps For
Safe Paws
Street Closure for
Special Event
6/6/2026 –
9:00am-
11:30am
Howard Park
along East Bank
Trail
Molnar/Miller
(Subject to
revision of
route)
Corpus
Christi
Procession-St
Street Closure for
Special Event
June 7,
2026/
2500 Blk Huron to
Philippa, South to
Ford St, East to
Molnar/Miller
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Adalbert St
Casimir
2:24pm to
4:30pm
Arnold St South to
Dunham ends AT
Webster and
Dunham St.
The
Monreaux,
LLC
Long Term
Occupancy Permit
April 1,
2026,
through
February 1,
2027
Construction
Activities
Including
Underground
Utilities, Overhead
Crane Work and
New Construction
on the Apartment
Building
Molnar/Miller
APPROVAL OF REVOCABLE PERMIT FOR ENCROACHMENT – CAVA
MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
President Maradik stated an application for an encroachment and revocable permit has
been received from Cava Mediterranean Grill for the purpose of allowing an awning canopy
over the door to be placed in the right-of-way at 1251 N. Eddy St., Suite 109. The
encroachment shall remain in the right of way until the time as the Board of Public Works
of the City of South Bend shall determine that such encroachment is in any way impairing
or interfering with the highway or with the free and same flow of traffic. Upon a motion
made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the encroachment and
revocable permit was approved.
APPROVE CONSENTS TO ANNEXATION AND WAIVER OF RIGHTS TO REMONSTRATE
President Maradik stated that the Board is in receipt of the following consents to
annexation and waivers of rights to remonstrate. The consents indicate that in
consideration for permission to tap into public water/sanitary sewer system of the City, to
provide water/sanitary sewer service to the below referenced properties, the applicants
waive and release all rights to remonstrate against or oppose any pending or future
annexations of the properties by the City of South Bend:
A. Schrock Homes, 2523 Messick Dr.
1. 18416 Donegal Dr – Water/Sewer (Key No.71-07-18-200-132.000-
003)
B. Daniel Florin, 52674 Shellbark Ave.
1. 51232 Fenwick Ct.– Water/Sewer (Key No. 7104-18-200-128.000-003)
Upon a motion by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr. Miller and carried by roll call, the consents
to annexation and waivers of rights to remonstrate were approved as submitted.
APPROVE RENEWAL OF INDUSTRIAL WASTEWATER DISCHARGE PERMIT(S)
In a Memorandum to the Board, Ms. Serena Lozano-Shane, Division of Wastewater,
submitted the following wastewater discharge permit(s) for renewal and recommended
approval:
Company: Cleveland-Cliffs New Carlisle Works – Industrial Discharge Permit
Renewal, 30755 Edison Rd., New Carlisle, IN 46552
There being no further discussion, upon a motion made by VP Molnar, seconded by Mr.
Miller and carried by roll call, the wastewater discharge permit(s) was approved.
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:
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Business Bond Type Approved/
Released Effective Date
Indiana Michigan Power Contractor Approved March 29, 2026
Five Star Concrete &
Construction LLC
Contractor Released June 6, 2026
Douglas Dunnett dba Castle Rock
Concrete
Contractor Approved May 6, 2026
Indiana Michigan Power Excavation Approved March 29, 2026
NextGen Earthworks LLC Excavation Released March 1, 2026
C & S Construction Excavation Approved May 7, 2026
Hayed Design Company LLC Occupancy Approved June 3, 2026
NextGen Earthworks LLC Occupancy Released March 28, 2026
Heiden Concrete LLC DBA Occupancy Approved April 21, 2026
Douglas Dunnett dba Castle Rock
Concrete
Contractor Approved May 6, 2026
C & S Construction Contractor Approved May 7, 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-0134425;
GBLN-0134538; GBLN-0134666
04/21/2026 $4,023,970.44
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0134718;
GBLN-0134718; GBLN-0134837; GBLN-
0134924
04/28/2026 $3,577,937.40
City of South Bend Claims GBLN-0135036;
GBLN-0135508; GBLN-0135515
05/05/2026 $8,931,958.08
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 the City’s Legal and Engineering
Departments received a formal complaint from Gary Allison regarding the maintenance
bond release for the 3301 McKinney Avenue SP Thrive project. Staff is aware of the
complaint and has previously updated the Board on similar objections. He clarified that no
maintenance bond has been released at this time and assured the Board that City staff is
addressing the matter.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Board, President Maradik adjourned
the meeting at 9:35 a.m.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
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Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
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Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
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May 26, 2026