{
 "city": "Portage",
 "state": "Indiana",
 "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/portagein.gov/",
 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
 "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/",
 "generated": "2026-07-07",
 "upcoming": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-08",
   "body": "Park & Recreation Board",
   "headline": "Board to consider Miracle Playgrounds quote",
   "summary": "The Board of Parks & Recreation will hold a special meeting to consider a quote from Miracle Playgrounds for playground equipment. They will also review a register of park vouchers and discuss personnel matters. The meeting includes public comment on any other matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07082026-351",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ],
 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Portage Board to consider street paving change order and claims",
   "summary": "The Board of Public Works & Safety will vote on a change order for the 2026 street paving project by Reith-Riley Construction, consider Step 3 grievances, and approve various claims including payroll, pension, and police/fire clothing allowances. A bulk appeal for 5760 Mulberry Ave is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-350",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-23",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Board to hold executive session on grievances and attorney communications",
   "summary": "The Board of Public Works and Safety is convening an executive session on June 23, 2026, to discuss employee grievances under collective bargaining and conduct attorney-client privileged communications. The executive session is closed to the public, and no final action will be taken. A regular meeting is scheduled to follow, but no agenda items for that portion are provided in this notice.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06232026-349",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-18",
   "body": "Redevelopment Commission",
   "headline": "Commission considers development deals, land purchase, and repairs",
   "summary": "The Portage Redevelopment Commission will decide on awarding quotes for crack sealing and parking lot repairs at multiple city-owned properties including City Hall, Police Station, and parks. They will also consider four development agreements (Simon CRE Southeast/Southwest and Kayak Point Tenant A/B), an additional Downtown Mall land purchase offer, and a resolution to approve the 2026 Capture Notice filed with the Porter County Auditor.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06182026-347",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "Park & Recreation Board",
   "headline": "Portage Park Board to review June contracts and financial reports",
   "summary": "The Portage Park & Recreation Board holds a regular meeting to approve minutes, review the financial report and vouchers, and consider registers of rental and personal service contracts for June 2026. No specific major actions or public hearings are listed beyond routine administrative business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-348",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Board to consider IT contract, CPR machine quotes, and event permits",
   "summary": "The Portage Board of Public Works & Safety will consider several new business items, including an independent contractor agreement for IT services, quotes for CPR machines for the fire department, and a special event permit for the 4th of July Parade and Festival. The board will also review solicitor's permit applications from Ascendant Group Inc and Fat Guys Fries, along with a bulk appeal for 6527 Jason Ct. The meeting follows an executive session and includes approval of minutes from May 26, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-346",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Executive session to discuss employee grievances and legal matters",
   "summary": "The Board of Public Works & Safety will hold a closed executive session under Indiana law to discuss employee grievances under collective bargaining and to conduct privileged attorney communications. No final action will be taken during the closed session; the regular public meeting will follow immediately after.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-345",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "Common Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider firearms ordinance update and Timber Stone rezoning",
   "summary": "The Portage Common Council will hold a public hearing, introduce and vote on multiple ordinances and resolutions. Key items include updating Article III on firearms and ranges, rezoning approximately 41 acres for Timber Stone to planned development, and adopting internal financial policies and public comment rules.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-344",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-27",
   "body": "Park & Recreation Board",
   "headline": "Park board to consider marina sink hole repair and bond",
   "summary": "The Portage Park & Recreation Board will review financial reports, approve contracts, and discuss new business including a sink hole repair at Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina and a presentation from Ross Roofing. The board will also consider a park bond with Game Plan Solutions and receive a committee update from the Plan Commission. A fitness expo by Hot Body Pilates at Founders Square is also on the agenda.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05272026-343",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05272026-343",
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-26",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Board to consider vacating Marine & Coca Cola Ave. right-of-way",
   "summary": "The Board will discuss a special event block party with fireworks and music, a graduation road closure request, and a vacate petition for Marine & Coca Cola Avenue. They will also approve claims and payroll for May 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-342",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Common Council",
   "headline": "Council to consider rezoning 41 acres for Timber Stone development",
   "summary": "The Common Council will introduce three ordinances, including rezonings for Olthof Homes and the large Timber Stone development, and consider final planned development approval for Timber Stone. The council will also vote on CF-1 real property tax abatements for Power Properties and Konrady Plastics.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-341",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Board to decide on sidewalk waivers, bridge inspection contract",
   "summary": "The Board of Works & Public Safety will consider two sidewalk waivers for Robbins Rd and Airport Rd in Brookside Subdivision, and a professional service agreement for the DCCM Willowcreek Bridge inspection. The board will also approve claims, payroll, and a bulk appeal for 6686 Federal Ave. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and other business.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-340",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-340",
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-29",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Board to consider award for 2026 street paving and repair contract",
   "summary": "The Portage Board of Public Works & Safety will consider awarding a contract for 2026 street paving and repair, along with employee vacation restoration related to workers' compensation. The board will also vote on three sidewalk waivers for specific properties and review claims, payroll, and bulk appeals.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04292026-339",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04292026-339",
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-28",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Portage Board of Works meeting cancelled, rescheduled to April 29",
   "summary": "The City of Portage Board of Works and Public Safety meeting scheduled for April 28, 2026 has been cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled for April 29, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at City Hall. No agenda items are provided in this cancellation notice.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04282026-337",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "Park & Recreation Board",
   "headline": "Park Board to discuss bond with Game Plan Solutions",
   "summary": "The Portage Park & Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports, and discuss new and unfinished business. The most notable item is a presentation or discussion regarding the Park Bond with Game Plan Solutions.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-332",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-332",
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Board of Works and Public Safety",
   "headline": "Board to open bids for 2026 Paving & Repair Project",
   "summary": "The Board of Public Works & Safety will consider two road frontage variances, open bids for the 2026 Paving & Repair Project, and discuss Policy Manual Revisions. A special event request for the Portage Park Youth Baseball Parade will also be reviewed. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and approval of claims.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-336",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-336",
   "source": "https://www.portagein.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
 ]
}