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Portage, Indiana

Portage   Indiana average (US Census ACS)
Population37,951
Per-capita income$34,401
Median home value$210,800
Typical home value $269,829 +0.6% yr/yr · +23.1% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2005–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

Board will consider a Park Bond proposal at the July 21 meeting

The Portage Board of Parks & Recreation will review financial items including a Park Bond and fee matters. New business includes a proposal for a fish cleaning station at the marina. The board will also hear a fee waiver request for a community picnic at Founders Square and an issue concerning an open‑air pavilion. Additional agenda items cover rental contracts, vouchers, and committee updates.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regular Board Meeting Agenda July 21, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Minutes 1. Minutes of Regular Park Meeting, Jun 16, 2026 D: Financial Report E: Vouchers 1. Park Department 2. Marina Facility F: Contracts 1. Register of Rental Contracts July 2026 G: New Business 1. Marina: Fish Cleaning Station H: Park Bond I: Fees & Charges J: Unfinished Business K: Committee Reports 1. Plan Commission Update L: Department Staff Remarks M: Any Other Matters & Public Comment 1. Dominique Petrovic: Founders Sq Fee Waiver Request – Community Picnic 2. Annette Handon: Open Air Pavilion Issue 6/13/26 N: Next Meeting: August 18, 2026 O: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Carla Warchus Member
Tue Jul 14, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Board of Works and Public Safety meeting scheduled for July 14, 2026

The Board will review street renaming resolutions, a special event request, and a vacation petition for Coca Cola Ave. The agenda also includes the approval of payroll claims and a bulk appeal for 5024 Honeysuckle Ave.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY AGENDA July 14, 2026 10:30 75565017900650AM 428632190751Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes 06/23/2026 Unfinished Business New Business Resolution 26-14 Renaming Certain Streets for Clarity and Emergency Operations Mexico Lindo Special Event Request Vacate Petition – Coca Cola Ave BOW Claims 07/14/2026 Payroll Claims Payroll 06/12/2026 Payroll 06/12/2026 Pension Payroll June 2026 Bulk Appeals 5024 Honeysuckle Ave Any Other Business Deemed Proper to be Brought Before the Board Adjournment
Wed Jul 8, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

La Junta considerará la cotización de Miracle Playgrounds

La Junta de Parques y Recreación llevará a cabo una reunión especial para considerar una cotización de Miracle Playgrounds para equipo de parques infantiles. También revisarán un registro de vales de parques y discutirán asuntos de personal. La reunión incluye comentarios del público sobre cualquier otro asunto.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Special Board Meeting Agenda July 8, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Voucher 1. Register of Park Vouchers, July 8, 2026 D: Personnel Matters E: Miracle Playgrounds Quote F: Any Other Matters & Public Comment G: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Carla Warchus Member
Tue Jul 7, 2026

Common Council

Council to introduce ordinances on firearms, zoning, salaries, and Simon project bonds

The Common Council will introduce ordinances updating firearms regulations, amending zoning and salary ordinances, and authorizing bonds for the Simon Southeast and Southwest projects. Resolutions to adopt internal financial policies and public comment rules are also on the agenda. Additionally, the Council will consider the 2026 Police contract.

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Tue Jun 23, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

La Junta celebrará una sesión ejecutiva sobre quejas y comunicaciones con abogados

La Junta de Obras Públicas y Seguridad (Board of Public Works and Safety) convocará una sesión ejecutiva el 23 de junio de 2026 para discutir quejas de empleados bajo negociación colectiva y llevar a cabo comunicaciones protegidas por el privilegio abogado-cliente. La sesión ejecutiva es cerrada al público y no se tomará ninguna acción final. Se ha programado una reunión regular a continuación, pero no se proporcionan puntos de agenda para esa parte en este aviso.

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Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member Please contact the Clerk- NOTICE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY OF THE CITY OF PORTAGE, INDIANA Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Portage, Indiana will hold an Executive Session pursuant to the Indiana Open Door Law. Date: June 23, 2026 Time: 10:00am CST (Regular meeting following.) Location: Common Council Chambers of City Hall 6070 Central Avenue, Portage, IN 46368 The Executive Session is being convened pursuant to Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5- 6.1(b)(2),(6) and (19) to discuss employee grievances under collective bargaining and to conduct communications with an attorney that are subject to attorney client privilege. Only the subject matter listed above may be discussed during the Executive Session. This notice is provided in accordance with the notice rules of Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-5. The Executive Session is closed to the public as permitted by Indiana law. No final action will be taken during the Executive Session. Any final action must be taken at a meeting open to the public. Dated: lo] 1Q 120Qle By Order of the City Council of the City of Portage, Indiana ax i City of Portage, Indiana Treasurer’s Office at (219) 762-7784 if you require information regarding building accessibility or reasonable accommodations. Office hours are Monday — Friday 8:30 AM — 4:30 PM. 6070 Central [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

La Junta de Portage considerará una orden de cambio de pavimentación de calles y reclamaciones

La Junta de Obras Públicas y Seguridad votará sobre una orden de cambio para el proyecto de pavimentación de calles de 2026 por Reith-Riley Construction, considerará las quejas del Paso 3 y aprobará varias reclamaciones que incluyen nóminas, pensiones y asignaciones de ropa para policía y bomberos. Una apelación masiva para 5760 Mulberry Ave también está en la agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $217,585 street paving change order and multiple claims

The Board approved a $217,585 change order for the 2026 Street Paving Project, adding VRAM on Willowdale Road and curb replacement on Charlotte Street. It also approved two Step 3 grievance decisions, several financial claims (BOW, payroll, payroll pension, police and fire clothing allowance), and a bulk‑appeal waiver for a resident. All motions passed with the recorded vote totals.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES June 23, 2026 10:49 AM Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bonta at 10:49 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance: Members that were present, Mayor Bonta, Member Newell, Member Lewis, Member Farkas, and Member Maletta. Also present, Attorney Dan Bartnicki. Approval of Minutes Member Lewis made a motion to approve the minutes from June 9, 2026, Member Farkas seconded the motion. 5 yay – 0 nays New Business Reith-Riley Construction 2026 Street Paving Change Order Assistant Director Sandy McDaniel presented Change Order No. 1 for the 2026 Street Paving Project with Rieth-Riley Construction. The change order adds VRAM on Willowdale Road to improve pavement durability and includes curb replacement on Charlotte Street, increasing the contract by $217,585. Because the curbs serve a stormwater function, the Utility Department will fund a portion of the Charlotte Street work, although the board must approve the change order under the paving contract. Member Lewis made a motion to approve the change order in the amount of $217,585, with Member Maletta seconding the motion. 5 yay – 0 nays Mayor Bonta asked about the timeline for Charlotte Street work. Sandy McDaniel said construction on Charlotte Street and Willowdale Road is expected to begin afte [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Thu Jun 18, 2026

Redevelopment Commission

La Comisión considera acuerdos de desarrollo, compra de terrenos y reparaciones

La Comisión de Redesarrollo de Portage decidirá sobre la adjudicación de cotizaciones para el sellado de grietas y reparaciones de estacionamientos en múltiples propiedades propiedad de la ciudad, incluyendo City Hall, la Estación de Policía y parques. También considerarán cuatro acuerdos de desarrollo (Simon CRE Southeast/Southwest y Kayak Point Tenant A/B), una oferta adicional de compra de terrenos en el Downtown Mall y una resolución para aprobar el Capture Notice de 2026 presentado ante el Auditor del Condado de Porter.

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SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA June 18, 2026 Time: 4:30 pm Location: City Hall – 6070 Central Avenue 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Roll Call 4. Approval of Minutes: None. 5. Payment of Claims: None. 6. Staff Reports: 7. Old Business: None. 8. New Business: 8.1 Consideration: Opening and Awarding of Quotes for the following: 8.1.1 2026 Contract Crack Sealing Project (various streets in the Allocation Area) 8.1.2 Parking Lot Repairs at 2775 Willowcreek Road (Frank Gilbert Jr Memorial Park) 8.1.3 Parking Lot Repiars at 6070 Central Avenue (City Hall) 8.1.4 Parking Lot Repairs at 6260 Central Avenue (Police Station) 8.1.5 Parking Lot Repairs at 6300 Central Avenue (Fire Station #3) 8.1.6 Parking Lot Repairs at the Municipal Parking Lot north of 6260 Central Avenue 8.1.7 Parking Lot Repairs at 2500 SPC Roy Buckley Way (Downtown Community Park aka former Little League fields) 8.1.8 Parking Lot Repairs at 6100 Southport Road (Regional Office Building) 8.1.9 Parking Lot Repairs at 6090 US Hwy 12 (Open Air Pavilion) 8.1.10 Road maintenance at Founders Square (application of Liquid Road) 8.2 Consideration: 8.2.1 Consideration and Simon CRE Southeast Development Agreement 8.2.2 Consideration of Simon CRE Southwest Development Agreement 8.2.3 Consideration of Kayak Point Tenant A Development Agreement 8.2.4 Consideration of Kayak Point Tenant B Development Agreement 8.3 Consideration: Additional Downtown Mall Land Purchase Offer 8.4 Conside [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

La Junta de Portage Park revisará los contratos y reportes financieros de junio

La Junta de Parques y Recreación de Portage celebra una reunión regular para aprobar las actas, revisar el reporte financiero y los comprobantes, y considerar los registros de contratos de alquiler y de servicios personales para junio de 2026. No se enumeran acciones importantes específicas ni audiencias públicas más allá de los asuntos administrativos de rutina.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regular Board Meeting Agenda June 16, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Minutes 1. Minutes of Regular Park Meeting, May 27, 2026 D: Financial Report E: Vouchers 1. Park Department 2. Marina Facility F: Contracts 1. Register of Rental Contracts June 2026 2. Register of Personal Service Contracts June 2026 G: New Business H: Park Bond I: Fees & Charges J: Unfinished Business K: Committee Reports 1. Plan Commission Update L: Department Staff Remarks M: Any Other Matters & Public Comment N: Next Meeting: July 21, 2026 O: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Carla Warchus Member
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Sesión ejecutiva para discutir quejas de empleados y asuntos legales

La Junta de Obras Públicas y Seguridad (Board of Public Works & Safety) llevará a cabo una sesión ejecutiva cerrada bajo las leyes de Indiana para discutir quejas de empleados bajo negociación colectiva y para realizar comunicaciones privilegiadas con abogados. No se tomará ninguna acción final durante la sesión cerrada; la reunión pública regular seguirá inmediatamente después.

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Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member NOTICE OF EXECUTIVE SESSION BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY OF THE CITY OF PORTAGE, INDIANA Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Portage, Indiana will hold an Executive Session pursuant to the Indiana Open Door Law. Date: June 9, 2026 Time: 10:30am CST (Regular meeting following.) Location: Common Council Chambers of City Hall 6070 Central Avenue, Portage, IN 46368 The Executive Session is being convened pursuant to Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5- 6.1(b)(2),(6) and (19) to discuss employee grievances under collective bargaining and to conduct communications with an attorney that are subject to attorney client privilege. Only the subject matter listed above may be discussed during the Executive Session. This notice is provided in accordance with the notice rules of Indiana Code § 5-14-1.5-5. The Executive Session is closed to the public as permitted by Indiana law. No final action will be taken during the Executive Session. Any final action must be taken at a meeting open to the public. Dated: ObL/os Locate By Order of the City Council of the City of Portage, Indiana Clasp bore. Mo dicho 9% Clerk-Treastirer City of Portage, Indiana Please contact the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (219) 762-7784 if you require information regarding building accessibility or reasonable accommodations. Office hours are Monday — Frid [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

La Junta considerará un contrato de TI, cotizaciones de máquinas de RCP y permisos para eventos

La Junta de Obras Públicas y Seguridad de Portage considerará varios asuntos de nuevos negocios, incluyendo un acuerdo de contratista independiente para servicios de TI, cotizaciones de máquinas de RCP para el departamento de bomberos y un permiso de evento especial para el Desfile y Festival del 4 de julio. La junta también revisará las solicitudes de permisos de solicitador de Ascendant Group Inc y Fat Guys Fries, junto con una apelación masiva para 6527 Jason Ct. La reunión sigue a una sesión ejecutiva e incluye la aprobación de las actas del 26 de mayo de 2026.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves IT contract, Fourth of July event, and SWAT vests

The Board of Works approved an IT contractor agreement, the Fourth of July parade and festival, and the purchase of SWAT team ballistic vests. The board denied a solicitor permit for Ascendant Group Inc. and tabled a request for a food truck permit while staff researches the proper approval process.

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Tue Jun 2, 2026

Common Council

El Concejo considerará la actualización de la ordenanza sobre armas de fuego y la rezonificación de Timber Stone

El Concejo Común de Portage llevará a cabo una audiencia pública, presentará y votará sobre múltiples ordenanzas y resoluciones. Los temas clave incluyen la actualización del Artículo III sobre armas de fuego y campos de tiro, la rezonificación de aproximadamente 41 acres para Timber Stone a desarrollo planificado, y la adopción de políticas financieras internas y reglas de comentarios públicos.

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Wed May 27, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

La junta de parques considerará la reparación del socavón de la marina y un bono

La Junta de Parques y Recreación de Portage revisará informes financieros, aprobará contratos y discutirá asuntos nuevos, incluyendo una reparación de un socavón en Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina y una presentación de Ross Roofing. La junta también considerará un bono de parques con Game Plan Solutions y recibirá una actualización de comité de la Plan Commission. Una expo de fitness por Hot Body Pilates en Founders Square también está en la agenda.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved $17,150 contract to repair Marina sinkhole

The Park & Recreation Board approved several financial items, including park and marina vouchers and multiple contract registers. It authorized a $6,202.00 quote from Ross Roofing for preschool roof repairs and awarded a $17,150.00 bid to Hamady Services for the Marina sinkhole repair. The board also directed the creation of an Events Manager position description and a salary ordinance amendment, and waived fees for community events.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regular Board Meeting Agenda May 19, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Minutes 1. Minutes of Regular Park Meeting, April 21, 2026 D: Financial Report E: Vouchers 1. Park Department 2. Marina Facility F: Contracts 1. Register of Rental Contracts May 2026 2. Register of Personal Service Contracts May 2026 G: New Business 1. Ross Roofing 2. Sink Hole Repair at Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina H: Park Bond 1. Game Plan Solutions I: Fees & Charges J: Unfinished Business K: Committee Reports 1. Plan Commission Update L: Department Staff Remarks M: Any Other Matters & Public Comment 1. Hot Body Pilates – Fitness Expo at Founders Sq N: Next Meeting: June 16, 2026 O: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Carla Warchus Member
Tue May 26, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

La Junta considerará la revocación del derecho de vía de Marine & Coca Cola Ave.

La Junta discutirá una fiesta de cuadra para un evento especial con fuegos artificiales y música, una solicitud de cierre de carretera por graduación y una petición de revocación para Marine & Coca Cola Avenue. También aprobarán reclamos y nóminas para mayo de 2026.

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✓ Decidido: Board grants fireworks date exemption, approves road closures and financial claims

The Board approved the May 12 minutes and granted an exemption to hold a neighborhood fireworks display two days earlier than the usual legal window. It also approved temporary road closures for the high school graduation, vacated a public right‑of‑way for the DSP Portage development, and authorized several financial claims totaling over $3 million. Additional approvals included use of city property for a June 6 car show and the meeting was adjourned.

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Tue May 12, 2026

Common Council

El Concejo considerará la rezonificación de 41 acres para el desarrollo de Timber Stone

El Common Council presentará tres ordenanzas, incluyendo rezonificaciones para Olthof Homes y el gran desarrollo de Timber Stone, y considerará la aprobación final del desarrollo planificado para Timber Stone. El concejo también votará sobre las exenciones de impuestos sobre bienes raíces CF-1 para Power Properties y Konrady Plastics.

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✓ Decidido: Council approved minutes from the April 7 and April 27 meetings

Councilperson Czilli moved and Councilperson Giese‑Hurst seconded a motion to approve the minutes from the April 7 regular meeting and the April 27 special meeting; the motion passed. The council introduced three rezoning ordinances for a 42‑acre development, but no vote was taken because zoning measures require a second reading. Other reports and public comments were noted but did not result in decisions.

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Tue May 12, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

La Junta decidirá sobre exenciones de aceras y contrato de inspección de puentes

La Junta de Obras y Seguridad Pública considerará dos exenciones de aceras para Robbins Rd y Airport Rd en Brookside Subdivision, y un acuerdo de servicios profesionales para la inspección del Willowcreek Bridge por parte de DCCM. La junta también aprobará reclamaciones, nóminas y una apelación masiva para 6686 Federal Ave. La reunión incluye aprobaciones de rutina de actas y otros asuntos.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves sidewalk waivers and bridge fee in lieu of construction

The Board approved accepting $58,500 in waiver fees from Lennar instead of requiring construction of a pedestrian bridge over Robin's Ditch. The board also approved a $10,250 sidewalk waiver for Airport Road, a $7,850 bridge inspection contract, and various payroll and claims payments.

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Wed Apr 29, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

La Junta considerará la adjudicación del contrato de pavimentación y reparación de calles para 2026

La Junta de Obras Públicas y Seguridad de Portage considerará la adjudicación de un contrato para la pavimentación y reparación de calles de 2026, junto con la restauración de vacaciones de empleados relacionada con compensación laboral. La junta también votará sobre tres exenciones de aceras para propiedades específicas y revisará reclamaciones, nóminas y apelaciones masivas.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $1.29M street paving contract

The Board of Public Works approved a $1,285,242 contract for 2026 street paving and repair with Rieth Riley Construction. The board also approved vacation time restoration for an injured employee and waived sidewalk requirements at 2220 Locust Street. Two sidewalk waiver requests for the Brookside Subdivision were tabled for further review.

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Reunión de la Junta de Obras de Portage cancelada, reprogramada para el 29 de abril

La reunión de la Junta de Obras y Seguridad Pública de la Ciudad de Portage programada para el 28 de abril de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La reunión será reprogramada para el 29 de abril de 2026 a las 2:30 p.m. en City Hall. No se proporcionan puntos del orden del día en este aviso de cancelación.

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Office of the Clerk-Treasurer Elizabeth Modesto, Clerk-Treasurer For Immediate Release: April 27, 2026 NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION Portage, Indiana - The City of Portage Board of Works Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. has been cancelled. The meeting will be rescheduled for April 29, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. at City Hall, 6070 Central Ave., Portage Indiana. Clerk-Treasurer City of Portage, Indiana 219-762-7784 6070 Central Avenue: Portage, Indiana 46368 (P) 219.762.7784 (F) 219. 763.9607 www.portaQein.Qov
Tue Apr 21, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

La Junta de Parques discutirá el bono con Game Plan Solutions

La Junta de Parques y Recreación de Portage llevará a cabo una reunión regular para aprobar actas, revisar informes financieros y discutir asuntos nuevos y no concluidos. El elemento más notable es una presentación o discusión con respecto al Bono de Parques con Game Plan Solutions.

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✓ Decidido: Park Board approves $75/keg beer upcharge, April vouchers totaling $83,411

The Portage Park & Recreation Board approved April 2026 vouchers for the Park Department ($68,234.32), Marina Facility ($14,457.18), and Port Authority ($720), all unanimously. A $75 per keg premium beer upcharge for all bar packages was also approved without dissent. The board additionally approved the Register of Rental Contracts (contingent on Dream Big Gymnastics' non-profit status) and the Register of Personal Service Contracts. Acting Superintendent Lusco reported on upcoming events, spring maintenance, and recent vandalism at the marina.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regular Board Meeting Agenda April 21, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Minutes 1. Minutes of Regular Park Meeting, March 17, 2026 D: Financial Report E: Vouchers F: Contracts 1. Register of Rental Contracts April 2026 2. Register of Personal Service Contracts April 2026 G: New Business H: Park Bond 1. Game Plan Solutions I: Fees & Charges J: Unfinished Business K: Committee Reports 1. Plan Commission Update L: Department Staff Remarks M: Any Other Matters & Public Comment N: Next Meeting: April 21, 2026 O: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Carla Warchus Member
Tue Apr 14, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

La Junta abrirá licitaciones para el Proyecto de Pavimentación y Reparación de 2026

La Junta de Obras Públicas y Seguridad considerará dos variaciones de frente de carretera, abrirá licitaciones para el Proyecto de Pavimentación y Reparación de 2026 y discutirá revisiones del Manual de Políticas. También se revisará una solicitud de evento especial para el Portage Park Youth Baseball Parade. La reunión incluye la aprobación de las actas anteriores y la aprobación de reclamos.

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✓ Decidido: Approved two road frontage variances for 67-acre Portage property

The Board of Works and Public Safety approved two road frontage variances for a 67-acre property near Lenburg and Long Common Roads, each by a 4-0 vote, contingent on city staff approval of turnaround designs. Bids for the 2026 paving and repair project were taken under advisement without award. Policy manual revisions, a special event request for the Portage Youth Baseball parade, $351,631 in claims, and a bulk item appeal were also approved as recorded.

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Tue Apr 7, 2026

Common Council

Portage Common Council to consider salary revisions and allocation areas

The Common Council will hold a public hearing regarding an additional appropriation for Lit to MVH. Members will also consider a salary ordinance revision and three resolutions establishing allocation areas.

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✓ Decidido: Council approves three development allocations and an additional appropriation

The council adopted Resolution #26-05 for an additional appropriation after completing the required public hearing, and completed the first reading of the 2026 salary ordinance. It also approved Resolution #26-08 (Kayak Point allocation), Resolution #26-09 (Simon Southwest allocation), and Resolution #26-10 (Simon Southeast allocation) with unanimous votes. The council adjusted its May and November meeting dates and scheduled an executive session and a special council meeting for late April. All motions passed with no recorded opposition.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA April 7, 2026 6:30 PM 94615018091150381001990725Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes Communications, Correspondence, Announcements from the Mayor Clerk Treasurer’s Report Petitions, Remonstrances and Public Input Reports from Standing Committees Reports from City Officials Public Hearing Resolution #26-05 Additional Appropriation Lit to MVH Introduction of Ordinances Ordinance #26-04 Revising Salary Ordinance #25-44 v4 2nd Reading of Ordinance Introduction of Resolutions Resolution #26-05 Additional Appropriation Lit to MVH Resolution #26-08 Kayak Point Allocation Area Resolution #26-09 Simon Southwest Allocation Area Resolution #26-10 Simon Southeast Allocation Area Other Matters Considered by the Council Change Date May Council Meeting to May 12?? Schedule Special Meeting Concerning Perf Any Matters Not Already Considered by the Council Adjournment
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QFr Austin Bonta Mayor Elected 0l /01D4-12t31 t2',7 Elizab€th Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Elected 0t /01/21-12/71/2'7 Ferdinand Alyar€z At-Large Elected 0t /0t/20-t2t3 t /2'7 CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL Regular Meeting Minutes April7,2026 6:30 pM Mayor Bonta called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance at 6:30 p.m., and then Pastor Pamell lead the meeting in prayer. Councilmembers present were Melissa Weidenbach, Gina Giese-Hurst, Bob pamell, victoria vasquez, Penny Ambler, and collin czilli, councilmember Ferdinand Alvarez was not present. Also present, Mayor Bonta, Clerk-Treasurer Elizabeth Modesto, and Attomey Dan Bartnicki. Approval of Minutes Mayor Bonta asked whether any corrections were needed to the minutes from the March 3,2026, meeting. With no corrections noted, Councilperson Vasquez made a motion to approve the minutes, and Councilperson Ambler seconded the motion. 6yay-0nays Communication, Correspondence, Announcements from the Mayor The Mayor shared two updates. First, the Mayor, IT Systems Administrator, Trevor Chererchinsky, and Pubiic Works Superintendent, Tracie Marshall, spoke about attending a panel discussion at Portage High School with colieagues, where they talked to freshmen and sophomores about careers in City govemment. The Mayor described it as a great experience and thanked the school for including the City in events like the career fair. Holly with the Chris Klug Foundation spoke in support of National Donate Life Month, explaining hff [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 24, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Board will consider special event requests and open police bid envelopes

The Portage Board of Public Works & Safety will approve the March 10 minutes, discuss unfinished business, and consider new business items. New business includes special event requests from Wiener Wagon Racing Inc and Mexico Lindo, opening police bid envelopes, reviewing BOW claims, payroll claims for March 24 and March 6, and bulk appeals. The board may also address any other business before adjourning.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved $2.45 M in payroll claims for city employees.

The Board approved the March 10 meeting minutes. It conditionally approved the Wiener Wagon Racing monthly car shows pending legal review of the burnout pit, and approved Mexico Lindo’s Cinco de Mayo celebration. Police vehicle bids were taken for staff and legal review, and the board approved Federal Signal’s upfitting contract. Payroll claims of $2,454,901.70 and BOW claims of $463,859.78 were each approved. The meeting was adjourned at 10:57 a.m.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY AGENDA March 24, 2026 10:30 AM75565017900650 428632190751Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes – 03/10/2026 Unfinished Business New Business Special Event Request-Wiener Wagon Racing Inc Special Event Request-Mexico Lindo Open Police Bids Envelopes BOW Claims 03/24/2026 Payroll Claims 03/06/2026 Payroll Claims Bulk Appeals Any Other Business Deemed Proper to be Brought Before the Board Adjournment
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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES March 24, 2026 10:30 AM Austin Bonta The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bonta at 10:30 A.M. ar Pledge of Allegiance: Members that were present, Mayor Bonta, Member Newell, Member Lewis, and Member Farkas. Elizabeth Modesto | Also present, Attorney Dan Bartnicki. Member Maletta was not present. Sloat Rroniaisse Approval of Minutes Member Lewis made a motion to approve the minutes from March 10, 2026, meeting with Jennifer Newell Member Farkas seconded the motion. Member 4 yay — 0 nays New Business Jamie Lewis Special Event Request — Wiener Wagon Racing Inc. Member The discussion focuses on a proposal to host a monthly car show event in Portage. The organizers—Jacob, Brett, and a third partner, Tim (not present)—plan to hold the event once a month from May through September on a large grassy area near the Portage Mall. The car show sara would be free to attend, with the goal of raising money for local charitable causes such as helping Member struggling families, paying off school lunch debt, or supporting special education programs. Funds would come from donations, vendor fees, raffles, and a paid “burnout pit” activity. Andy Maletta The burnout pit would allow drivers to perform tire-spinning stunts in a controlled area on nearby Member private property, with safety barriers, waivers, and precautions in place. While the board expressed general support for the event and its community-focused [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

Board will consider the park bond proposal with Game Plan Solutions

The Portage Board of Parks & Recreation will review minutes, financial reports, and contract registers. It will discuss a new Abonmarche contract and consider a park bond proposal presented by Game Plan Solutions. The board will also address fee matters, including a rental fee register discussion and a fee waiver request for a community event at Founders Square.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved purchase of two new blowers for 9522,884

The board unanimously approved the February 24, 2026 minutes, the March 1, 2026 appropriation report, and March vouchers totaling S124,548.14. It also approved several contracts and purchases, including the Abonmarche engineering contract, two blowers costing 9522,884, and a $58,750 softball field maintenance estimate. The rental fee register was tabled, and a 30% discount was granted for a Founders Square fundraiser rental. All motions passed by roll call.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regular Board Meeting Agenda March 17, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Minutes 1. Minutes of Regular Park Meeting, February 24, 2026 D: Financial Report E: Vouchers F: Contracts 1. Register of Rental Contracts March 2026 2. Register of Personal Service Contracts March 2026 G: New Business 1. Abonmarche Contract H: Park Bond 1. Game Plan Solutions I: Fees & Charges J: Unfinished Business 1. Rental Fee Register Discussion K: Committee Reports 1. Plan Commission Update L: Department Staff Remarks M: Any Other Matters & Public Comment 1. Fee Waiver: Founders Sq June 6 or 7, 2026 – Tye’s Bounce Parties N: Next Meeting: April 21, 2026 O: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Carla Warchus Member
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Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Oebra Ekdaht Member Carla Warchus Member CITYOF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regutar Board Minutes March 17 , 2026 5:30pm A &B: Call to order & Roll Call The regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Parks & Recreation was called to order by Board President Maletta at 5:31 p.m. Board members Maletta, Rosenbaum, Warchus, and Ekdahl were present, member Lee was not in attendance. Also in attendance were Attorney Bartnicki, Council Liaison Giese-Hurst, Acting Superintendent Lusco, and Stacy Govea. C: M inutes: Member Ekdahl moved to approve the minutes of February 24,2026, with a second by Member Rosenbaum. With no further discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call. D: FinancialReport: Member Rosenbaum made a motion to approve the March 1, 2026, appropriation report, with a second by member Warchus. With no further discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call. E:Vouchers: Member Warchus moved to approve the list of March 2026 vouchers totaling S124,548.14, with a second by Member Ekdahl. With no further discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call. F: Contracts: Member Rosenbaum moved to approve the March 2025 Register of Rental Contracts, with a second by Member Warchus. With no further discussion, the motion passed. G: New us tn ess: 1. Abonmarche: Superintendent Lusco presented the board with a general engineering contract for Abonmarche. Member Ekdahl made a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 10, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Board will approve seeking bids for 2026 paving projects

The Portage Board of Public Works & Safety will consider several items, including approving bids for upcoming paving work. The board will also accept a parcel into the city right-of-way and review various claims and appeals. Minutes from previous meetings will be approved, and other business may be discussed before adjournment.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved $2.1M payroll claims

The Board approved payroll claims dated February 20, 2026 for $2,100,786.68. It also approved works claims of $1,036,102.98, authorized seeking bids for 2026 paving projects, and accepted a right‑of‑way parcel at Samuelson Road and US‑20. The Board granted the Mayor authority to sign transfer documents and waived a $40 bulk‑item fee for a resident.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY AGENDA March 10, 2026 10:30 AM75565017900650 428632190751Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes – 02/10/2026 & 02/24/2026 Unfinished Business New Business Approval to seek bids for 2026 Paving Projects Acceptance of Parcel #64-06-06-402-881.000-016 City of Portage Right of Way BOW Claims 03/10/2026 Payroll Claims 02/20/2026 Payroll Claims Bulk Appeals 6060 Canary Ave Any Other Business Deemed Proper to be Brought Before the Board Adjournment
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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES March 10, 2026 10:30 AM Austin Bonta The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bonta at 10:30 A.M. Mayor Pledge of Allegiance: Members that were present, Mayor Bonta, Member Newell, Member Lewis, and Member Maletta. Elizabeth Modesto | Also present, Attorney Dan Bartnicki. Member Farkas was not present. Clerk-Treasurer Approval of Minutes Member Lewis made a motion to approve the minutes February 10, 2026, and February 24, Jennifer Newell 2026, meeting with Member Newell seconded the motion. Member 4 yay — 0 nays New Business Jamie Lewis Approval to seek bids for 2026 Paving Projects Member Assistant Director/ERC, Sandy McDaniel, approached the board for approval in seeking bids for the 2026 paving projects. Officials plan to begin with one round of paving in the spring using funds that are currently confirmed to be available. Additional paving projects may take place later in the Beanie year depending on funding. The City expects possible Community Crossings grant funding later aad in the year, which could support another round of paving. There is also money reserved for paving that may be used if it is not needed to subsidize garbage service costs, though that will be reviewed first. If finances remain positive, a third round of paving projects could potentially occur. At this ice stage, the board is only authorizing the advertisement and collection of bids, which will later be opened publi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

Common Council

Portage Common Council to consider tax abatement for Faerch Portage, Inc.

The Common Council will meet to swear in new fire and police personnel. Members will consider a personal property tax abatement for Faerch Portage, Inc. and an ordinance regarding Port Authority matters.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA March 3, 2026 6:30 PM 94615018091150381001990725Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes Communications, Correspondence, Announcements from the Mayor Swear in 5 New Firefighters: Nathan Brandt, Noah Villarreal, Ryan Mattell, Derek Kunzman, Tyler Foster Firefighter Promotions Swear in 1 New Police Officer: Noah Bugos Clerk Treasurer’s Report Petitions, Remonstrances and Public Input Reports from Standing Committees Reports from City Officials Introduction of Ordinances 2nd Reading of Ordinance Ordinance #26-03 Port Authority Matters Introduction of Resolutions Resolution #26-02 Personal Property Tax Abatement Faerch Portage, Inc. Resolution #26-05 Additional Appropriation Lit to MVH Resolution #26-06 Preliminary Bond Reimbursement Resolution #26-07 NIPSCO Transparency Concerns Other Matters Considered by the Council Public Works Addendum Any Matters Not Already Considered by the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 24, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Portage Board of Works to review bulk appeals and special event requests

The Board of Public Works and Safety will meet to discuss special event requests and bond matters. The board will also review bulk appeals for four specific properties.

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✓ Decidido: Board approves $3.1M Farmington bonds and multiple event and fee actions

The Board unanimously approved the January 27 meeting minutes and a series of financial items, including subdivision and maintenance bonds for Farmington Providence Homes, BOW claims, and payroll claims. It also approved two community events—the Humane Society adult Easter Egg Hunt and Marina Shores Yacht Club dates. The Board reversed a $200 bulk charge at 6686 Portage Ave and waived a concrete sidewalk requirement for the Kayak Point development.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY AGENDA February 24, 2026 10:30 AM75565017900650 428632190751Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes – 01/27/2026 Unfinished Business New Business Special Event Request-Humane Society of Hobart Marina Shores Yacht Club Event Dates Providence Homes Farmington Bond BOW Claims 02/24/2026 Payroll Claims 02/06/2026 Payroll Claims Bulk Appeals 3191 May St 5699 Brookview Ave 2966 Glenwood St 6686 Portage Ave Any Other Business Deemed Proper to be Brought Before the Board Adjournment
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Jennifer Newell Member CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Febraa,ry 24,2026 10:30 AM The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bonta at 10:30 A.M. Pledge ofAllegiance: Members that are present, Mayor Bonta, Member Newell, Member Lewis, Member Farkas, and Mernber Maletta. Also present, Attomey Dan Bartnicki. Approval of Minutes Member Maletta made a motion to approve the minutes January 27, meeting with Mernber Lewis seconded the motion. 5yay-0nays New Business Special Event Request - Humane Society of Hobart The Humane Society of Hobart is seeking approval to close a portion of Adams Harding Way- between the Fire Station and South Founder Square----on April 4 for an adult Easter egg hunt. They are coordinating with the Police Department for security and will notifu the Sheet Department of the closure. Member Lewis made a motion to approve the event for April 4, 2026, adult Easter Egg Hunt, with Member Newell seconding the motion. 5yay-0nays Jamie Lewis Member Frank f,'arkas Member Andy Maletta Member Marina Shores Yacht Club Event Dates Marina Shores Yacht Club requested approval for event dates, including live music and holiday events, following the same schedule as last year per the submitted calendar. Member Maletta made a motion to approve Marina Shores Yacht Club Events, with Member Farkas seconding the motion. 5yay-0nays Providence Ilomes Farmington Bond (Subdivision and Maintenance) Director of Planning & Community Development Tom Che [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 24, 2026

Common Council

Council will consider Ordinance #26-03 on Port Authority matters

The Portage Common Council will meet on February 24, 2026 to consider several items. Council members will introduce Ordinance #26-03 concerning Port Authority matters and Resolution #26-04 to allow the Clerk‑Treasurer to clear stale checks. An addendum related to Public Works will also be discussed. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

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✓ Decidido: Council adopted resolution to clear $8,275.30 in stale checks

The council voted 4‑0 to adopt Resolution #26‑04, allowing the Clerk‑Treasurer to clear stale checks totaling $8,275.30 and return the funds to the original accounts. Later, the council voted 3‑0 with one abstention to table the same resolution, postponing further action. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m. after a 4‑0 vote to adjourn.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA February 24, 2026 6:30 PM 94615018091150381001990725Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Introduction of Ordinances Ordinance #26-03 Port Authority Matters Introduction of Resolutions Resolution #26-04 Allow Clerk-Treasurer to Clear Stale Checks Other Matters Considered by the Council Public Works Addendum Adjournment
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Austitr Bonta Mayor Elected 01t01t24-12/3|2"1 Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Elected 0t tot /24-12/31t27 F€rditrand Alvar€z At-Large Elected 0t/0t/20-t2t3t/2'l Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Elected 0t t0124-12/3|21 CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL Special Meeting Minutes February 24,2026 6:30 PM The Common Council of the City of Portage met on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 6070 Central Ave., Portage, Indiana. Mayor Bonta called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance at 6:30 p.m., and then Pastor Pamell lead the meeting in prayer. Council members present were Councilpersons Gina Giese-Hurst, Bob Pamell, Victoria Vasquez, and Collin Czilli. Council members not present were Councilpersons Ferdinand Alvarez, Melissa Weidenbach, and Penny Ambler. Also present, Mayor Bonta, Clerk- Treasurer Elizabeth Modesto, and Attomey Dan Bartnicki. Introduction of Ordinances, 1't Reading Ordinance #26-03 Port Authority Matters Councilperson Pamell read Ordinance #26-03, title and stated, let the record reflect that the ordinance has been read in its entirety. The Port Authority currently owns the City Marina, collects port fees, and pays for removing obstructions from waterways. Mayor Bonta explained that these responsibilities can be reassigned. Waterway obstruction removal could be handled through existing City mechanisms, such as the Storm Board approving claims. Ownership of the Marina would transfer to the City's Parks department, which already manages M [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 24, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

Board will consider Park Bond proposal from Game Plan Solutions

The Portage Board of Parks & Recreation will review routine items such as minutes, financial reports, and contract registers. It will discuss maintenance roof repair quotes for the park building and consider a park bond presented by Game Plan Solutions. Additional topics include fee updates, a volleyball tournament incentive, and a contract with Sportsman Solutions.

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✓ Decidido: Board appointed Barb Lusco as Acting Park Superintendent

The Board approved Barb Lusco as Acting Park Superintendent and adopted several financial actions, including approving February vouchers, a roof contract for the preschool, and allocating remaining phase funds to stormwater and grading. It also tabled the rental fee register, approved a $200 volleyball tournament discount, and accepted revised Sportsman Solutions contracts.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regular Board Meeting Agenda February 24, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Minutes 1. Minutes of Regular Park Meeting, January 20, 2026 D: Financial Report E: Vouchers F: Contracts 1. Register of Rental Contracts February 2026 2. Register of Personal Service Contracts February 2026 G: New Business 1. Maintenance Building Roof Repair Quotes H: Park Bond 1. Game Plan Solutions I: Fees & Charges 1. Fee Register 2. Volleyball Tournament Winner Incentive J: Unfinished Business 1. Sportsman Solutions Contract K: Committee Reports 1. Plan Commission Update L: Department Staff Remarks M: Any Other Matters & Public Comment 1. Fee Waiver: Founders Sq June 6 or 7, 2026 – Tye’s Bounce Parties N: Next Meeting: March 17, 2026 O: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Carla Warchus Member
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Andrew Matetta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdaht Member Carla Warchus Member CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regu [ar Board l"l inutes Febtuary 24,2026 5:30pm A &B: Call to order & Roll call: The regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Parks & Recreation was called to order by Board President Maletta at 5:32 p.m. Board members Maletta, Rosenbaum, Warchus. Ekdahl and Lee were present. Also in attendance were Attorney Bartnicki, Council Liaison Giese-Hurst, ActinB Superintendent Lusco, Events Director SeDoris and Stacy Govea. C: Minutes Member Rosenbaum moved to approve the minutes of January 20, 2026, with a second by Member Lee. With no further discussion, Members Rosenbaum, Maletta, Warchus and Lee voted in the affirmative, Member Ekdahl abstained. D: Financial Report No financial report was available as the Clerk's office has not closed 2025 E: ActinP Pa rk SuDerintendent: Mayor Bonta addressed the recent resignation of Kelly Smith and the appointment of Barb Lusco as Acting Park Superintendent. Member Warchus moved to make Barb Lusco Acting Park Superintendent with a second by member Lee. With no further discussion the motion passed unanimously by rollcall. F: Vouchers: Member Lee moved to approve the list of February 2026 vouchers totaling S54,189.16, with a second by Member Warchus. With no further discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call. G: Contracts Member Lee moved to approve the February 2026 Re [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 10, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Board reviews BS&A Cloud Contract and special event request

The Board of Public Works & Safety will consider several items, including a special event request for the Race the Region/Extra Mile Fitness event, a contract for BS&A Cloud services (Boyce), and participation in the 2026‑2027 State of Indiana Road Salt Program. The board will also address BOW claims dated 02/10/2026 and payroll claims from 01/23/2026 and the January 2026 pension payroll. All items are listed for discussion and possible approval.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved $2.7M BOW, $2.3M payroll and $9.2M pension claims

The board approved several financial and operational items, including the BS&A cloud contract for the Clerk‑Treasurer’s office, entry into the 2026‑2027 Indiana road‑salt program, and large claims totaling over $14 million. It also authorized the second annual Portage Path 5K, sidewalk and curb waivers for 764 Holdings, and the start of a public bid for ten new police vehicles. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0). The minutes from the February 7, 2026 meeting were tabled.

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Please contact the Clerk-Treasurer ’s Office at (219) 762-7784 if you require information regarding building accessibility or reasonable accommodations. Office hours are Monday – Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. 6070 Central Avenue | Portage, IN 46368 portagein.gov CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY AGENDA February 10 , 2026 10 :3 0 A M I. Call to Order II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call IV. Approval of Minutes – 01/ 27 /2026 V. Unfinished Busines s VI. New Busines s a. Special Event Request-Race the Region/Extra Mile Fitness b. BS&A Cloud Contract (Boyce) c. 2026-2027 State of Indiana Road Salt Program VII. B OW Claims a. 0 2 /10 /202 6 VIII. Payroll Claims a. 01 /23 /202 6 Payroll Claims b. Jan 202 6 Pension Payroll IX. Bulk Appeals X. Any Other Business Deemed Proper to be Brought Before the Board I. Adjournment Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer J ennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member
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Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES February 10,2026 10:30 AM The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bonta at 10:30 A.M. Pledge of Allegiance: Members that are present, Mayor Bonta, Mernber Lewis, Member Farkas, and Member Maletta. Also present, Attomey Dan Bartnicki. Member Newell was not present. Approval of Minutes Mernber Maletta made a motion to table the minutes lanlrary 2'7,2026, meeting with Member Farkas seconded the motion. 4yay-0nays New Business Special Event Request - Race the Region/Extra Mile Fitness Allie Brown, Race the Region requested permission to hold the second annual Portage Path 5K, a benefit for the fire department. The event will take place at Station Three on Sunday, May 17. Last year's race had about 200 participants. She confirmed that coordination with police and fire departments has already been completed, and she is seeking board approval to proceed. Mernber Lewis made a motion to approve the race on Sunday, May 2,2026, with Member Maletta seconding the motion. 4yay-0nays BS & A Cloud Contract (Boyce) Clerk-Treasurer, Liz Modesto, presented a conffact with BS&A to move the City's current Keystone software system to a cloud-based platform for the Clerk-Treasurer's office and Utilities department. Keystone was acquired or partnered with BS&A, and the current server-based system [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

Common Council

Council to consider Sweetwater annexation ordinance and new police hires

The Portage Common Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance #26-01 to annex Sweetwater. They will also swear in three new police officers and introduce Ordinance #26-02 to amend the 2026 salary ordinance. Additional items include a presentation of Comfort Stuffed Mooses and routine reports.

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✓ Decidido: Council moved to adopt Sweetwater Annexation ordinance for new housing

The council made a motion to adopt Ordinance #26-01, the Sweetwater Annexation, which was seconded but no vote tally was recorded. A motion to approve the January 6, 2026 meeting minutes was also made and seconded without a recorded vote. The Portage Moose Lodge donated 24 "Tommy Moose" comfort stuffed animals to the city, and three new police officers were sworn in.

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA February 3, 2026 6:30 PM 94615018091150381001990725Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1st District Bob Parnell 2nd District Victoria Vasquez 3rd District Penny Ambler 4th District Collin Czilli 5th District Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes Communications, Correspondence, Announcements from the Mayor Portage Moose presenting Comfort Stuffed Mooses to the City of Portage for Distribution Swear in 3 New Police Officers: Nolan Owensby, Cooper Jones, Bryce Hufford Clerk Treasurer’s Report Petitions, Remonstrances and Public Input Reports from Standing Committees Reports from City Officials 2nd Reading of Ordinance Ordinance #26-01 Sweetwater Annexation Introduction of Ordinances Ordinance #26-02 Amending 2026 Salary Ordinance Introduction of Resolutions Any Matters Not Already Considered by the Council Adjournment
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Elizabeth Modesto CIerk-Treasurer Elected 01t0]/24-t2t3U2'1 Bob Parnell 2'd Districr Elected 01101124-12/3t2'? Ferdinand Alyarez At-Large Elected 0l101t20-t2t3l21 Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Elected 01/01/24-12t31127 Gina Giese-Hurst l"' District Elected o1/0t/20-t2t3|21 Austin Bonta Mayor Elected 01t0v24-12/31/27 Victoria Vasquez 3'd District Elected 0l /01D4-r2/31/2'7 Penny Ambler 4d District Elected 0t t0l124-t2t3t/2'7 Collin Czilli 5ri District Elected ot /ot /t6- t2/31/27 CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL Regular Meeting Minutes February 3, 2026 6:30 PM The Common Council of the City of Portage met on Tuesday, February 3,2026, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 6070 Central Ave., Portage, Indiana. Mayor Bonta called the meeting to order with the pledge of Allegiance at 6:30 p.m., and then Pastor Pamell lead the meeting in prayer. councilperson Alvarez announces the passing ofJohn Arroyo, a longtime portage resident and former appointee to several community boards, notes his positive impact on many 1ives, offers condolences to his family, and requests a moment ofsilence in his honor. Council mernbers present were Councilpersons Ferdinand Alvarez, Melissa Weidenbach, Gina Giese-Hurst, Bob Pamell, Victoria Vasquez, Penny Ambler, and Collin Czilli. Also prosent, Mayor Bonta, Clerk-Treasurer Elizabeth Modesto, Attomey Dan Bartnicki. Approval of Minutes Mayor Bonta asked whether any corrections were needed to the minutes fiom the January 6,2026, meeting. With no corrections noted, Counci [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 27, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

Board will consider event permits, a consultant contract, and payroll claims

The Portage Board of Public Works & Safety will approve the minutes from the January 13 meeting. It will discuss a Nativity Fest event permit, an Indiana Elite Soccer Club event request, and a 2026 annual consultant agreement with Cender Dalton. The board will also review several payroll and pension claims and BOW claims.

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✓ Decidido: Board approved $5.25 million in payroll and claims payments

The Board of Works & Safety approved the Nativity Fest event permit for July and the 2026 consultant agreement with Cender Dalton. It also approved payroll and claim payments totaling roughly $5.25 million, including BOW claims and multiple payroll claims. Additionally, the board waived $40 bulk‑item fees for three residential addresses. All motions passed unanimously (3‑0).

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181927-29718000CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY AGENDA January 27, 2026 10:30 AM75565017900650 428632190751Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member 00Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Jennifer Newell Member Jamie Lewis Member Frank Farkas Member Andy Maletta Member Call to Order Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Approval of Minutes – 01/13/2026 Unfinished Business New Business Nativity Fest Event Permit Indiana Elite Soccer Club Event Request Cender Dalton 2026 Annual Consultant Agreement BOW Claims 01/27/2026 Payroll Claims 12/26/2025 Payroll Claims Dec 2025 Pension Payroll 01/09/2026 Payroll Claims Bulk Appeals 1987 Jefferson St 3172 St Julian St 2839 May St 6330 Savannah Any Other Business Deemed Proper to be Brought Before the Board Adjournment
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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS & SAFETY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES January 27, 2026 10:30 AM Austin Bonta The meeting was called to order by Mayor Bonta at 10:30 A.M. vee Pledge of Allegiance: Members that are present, Mayor Bonta, Member Lewis, and Member Maletta. Also present, Elizabeth Modesto | Attorney Dan Bartnicki. Member Newell and Member Farkas were not present. Sissi TREAEMIEE Approval of Minutes Member Lewis made a motion to approve the minutes of January 13, 2026, meeting with i‘ Member Maletta seconded the motion. Jennifer Newell Member 3 yay — 0 nays New Business Jamie Lewis Nativity Fest Event Permit Member : The members discussed the Nativity Fest event permit. The Mayor asked whether everyone had reviewed it and if anyone (particularly from Police, Fire, or Legal) had concerns. Fire Chief, Crail, responded that the Fire Marshal has been working with Nativity representatives to address a a requirements and that the process is ongoing, but nothing appears problematic enough to delay approval. The Mayor then confirmed that approval would be acceptable if a motion were made. Member Lewis made a motion to approve Nativity Fest Event for July, with Member Maletta Andy Maletta seconding the motion. Member 3 yay — 0 nays Indiana Elite Soccer Club Event Request Representatives from Indiana Elite Soccer Club asked the City for guidance regarding an adult soccer tournament planned for Labor Day weekend in September at the Indiana Soccer Complex, which is pr [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

Park & Recreation Board

Board will consider the Game Plan Solutions park bond proposal

The Portage Board of Parks & Recreation will review the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting and receive a financial report. It will discuss a park bond proposal presented by Game Plan Solutions and consider fee changes for market vendors and the ultimate frisbee league. The board will also hear updates on contracts, new business items, and committee reports.

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✓ Decidido: Board elected officers and approved vouchers, contracts and fees

The Board elected a President, Vice President and Secretary unanimously. It approved the December 2025 minutes (3-0-1 abstain), January 2026 vouchers totaling $151,136.94, the rental‑contract register, market vendor fees and Ultimate Frisbee league fees, all unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

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CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regular Board Meeting Agenda January 20, 2026 5:30pm A: Call to Order & Pledge of Allegiance B: Roll Call C: Election of Officers D: Minutes 1. Minutes of Regular Park Meeting, December 16, 2025 E: Financial Report F: Vouchers G: Contracts 1. Register of Rental Contracts December 2025/January 2026 2. Register of Personal Service Contracts January 2026 H: New Business 1. Ultimate Frisbee I: Park Bond 1. Game Plan Solutions J: Fees & Charges 1. Market Vendor Fee 2. Ultimate Frisbee League Fees K: Unfinished Business 1. Sportsman Solutions L: Committee Reports 1. Plan Commission Update M: Department Staff Remarks N: Any Other Matters & Public Comment 1. Portage Live Entertainment O: Next Meeting: February 17, 2026 P: Adjournment Please contact the Portage Park Department if you require information regarding building & accessibility or reasonable accommodation. Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8a-4p Phone: 219-762-1675 Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Carla Wachus Secretary Debra Ekdahl Member Steve Rosenbaum Member
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Andrew Maletta President Deborah Lee Vice President Steve Rosenbaum Secretary Debra Ekdaht M ember Carla Warchus Member CITY OF PORTAGE BOARD OF PARKS & RECREATION Regutar Board Minutes )anuary 20,2026 5:30pm A &B: Call to Order & Roll Call The regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Parks & Recreation was called to order by Board President Maletta at 5:31 p.m. Board members Maletta, Rosenbaum, Warchus and Lee were present, member Ekdahl was not in attendance Also in attendance were Attorney Bartnicki, Superintendent 5mith, Assistant Superintendent Lusco, Events Director SeDoris and Stacy Govea. C: Election of Officers Member Lee nominated Member Maletta for President with a second by member Warchus. Member Warchus nominated Member Lee for Vice President with a second by Member Rosenbaum. Member Warchus nominated Member Rosenbaum for Secretary with a second by Member Lee. All nominations passed unanimously by roll call. D: Minutes Member Lee moved to approve the minutes of December 16, 2025, with a second by Member Rosenbaum. With no further discussion, Member Rosenbaum, Maletta and Lee voted in the affirmative, Member Warchus abstained. E: Financial Report No financial report was available as the Clerk's office has not closed 2025 F: Vouchers: Member Rosenbaum moved to approve the list of January 2026 vouchers totaling S151,136.94, with a second by Member Warchus. With no further discussion, the motion passed unanimously by roll call. G: Co ntracts: Member Lee moved to a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 13, 2026

Board of Works and Public Safety

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Tue Jan 6, 2026

Common Council

Council will consider annexation of Sweetwater and several redevelopment bond ordinances

The Portage Common Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of six RHDP bond ordinances (Portage RHDP Bond Bauer, Farmington, Rivertrace, Sandy Trail, Swanson Trails, and EDTA’s). The council will also introduce Ordinance #26-01 to annex Sweetwater into the city. Three resolutions will be considered: transfer of unsold commissioner’s property, a personal property tax abatement for Faerch Portage, Inc., and approval of the Sweetwater fiscal plan.

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✓ Decidido: Council adopted six bond ordinances and approved Sweetwater fiscal plan

The Common Council adopted six residential‑housing bond ordinances (Nos. 25‑52 through 25‑56) and an Economic Development Target Area ordinance (No. 25‑57), each passing with a 5‑yes, 1‑no vote. The council also approved the Sweetwater fiscal plan (Resolution 26‑03) by a 6‑yes, 0‑no vote. No public comments were received on any of the items.

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Austin Bonta Mayor Elizabeth Modesto Clerk-Treasurer Ferdinand Alvarez At-Large Melissa Weidenbach At-Large Gina Giese-Hurst 1“ District Bob Parnell 2™d District Victoria Vasquez 3'4 District Penny Ambler 4'4 District Collin Czilli 5‘h District CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA January 6, 2026 6:30 PM Call to Order I. Pledge of Allegiance II. Roll Call III. |§ Approval of Minutes IV. Communications, Correspondence, Announcements from the Mayor V. Clerk Treasurer’s Report VI. Petitions, Remonstrances and Public Input VII. Reports from Standing Committees VIII. Reports from City Officials IX. Public Hearing and 2"4 Reading of Ordinance a. Ordinance #25-52 2025 Portage RHDP Bond BAUER b. Ordinance #25-53 2025 Portage RHDP Bond FARMINGTON c. Ordinance #25-54 2025 Portage RHDP Bond RIVERTRACE d. Ordinance #25-55 2025 Portage RHDP Bond SANDY TRAIL e. Ordinance #25-56 2025 Portage RHDP Bond SWANSON TRAILS f. Ordinance #25-57 2025 Portage EDTA’s X. Introduction of Ordinance and Public Comment a. Ordinance #26-01 Sweetwater Annexation XI. ‘Introduction of Resolutions a. Resolution #26-01 Transfer of Unsold Commissioner’s Property to the City of Portage b. Resolution #26-02 Personal Property Tax Abatement Faerch Portage, Inc. c. Resolution #26-03 Approval of Sweetwater Fiscal Plan XII. Any Matters Not Already Considered by the Council XII. Adjournment Please contact the Clerk-Treasurer’s Office at (219) 762-7784 if you require information regarding building acce [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Ferditrand Alvar€z At-Large Elected 0t/01/20-t2/3t/27 Melissa Weidenbach At-Larye Elected ot/otn4-12/3v27 Elizabeth Modesto C lerk-Treasurer Elected 0u01t24-12t3|/21 Gina Giese-Hurst l" District Flected ot tot t2o-12/3t t2'7 Bob Parnell 2od District Elected 0t t0t t24-t2t3t t27 Austin Bonta Mayor Elected 0v0t/24-l2t3t/2'7 Victoria Vasquez 3d District F-lected 0U0124-t2t3 27 Penny Ambler 4u District Elected 0t/o|24-tzl3ll27 CITY OF PORTAGE COMMON COUNCIL Regular Meeting Minutes January 6, 2026 6:30 PM The Common Council of the City ofPortage met on Tuesday, Janu ary 6,2026, at 6:30 p.m at City Hall, 6070 Central Ave., Portage, Indiana. Mayor Bonta called the meeting to order with the Pledge of Allegiance at 6:30 p.m., and then Pastor Pamell lead the meeting in prayer. Council members present were Councilpersons Ferdinand Alvarez, Melissa Weidenbach, Gina Giese-Hurst, Bob Pamell, Pamy Ambler, and Collin Czilli. Also present, Mayor Bonta, Clerk-Treasurer Elizabeth Modesto, Attomey Dan Bartnicki. Council members who were not present Victoria Vasquez. Approval of Minutes Mayor Bonta asked whether any corrections were needed to the minutes from the December 9,2025, meeting. With no corrections noted, Councilperson Ambler moved to approve the minutes, and Councilperson Pamell seconded the motion. 6yay-0nay Communications, Correspondence Announcements from the Mayor Mayor Bonta noted that the Council had a full agenda tonight. Mayor Bonta announced that asbestos abatement at the hous [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]