Development News for Kokomo, Indiana

Contract Awarded for Terrace Meadows Sanitary Sewer Extension Project

The Board of Public Works and Safety awarded a contract for the Terrace Meadows Sanitary Sewer Extension Project to Dykeman Excavating, Inc. for $232,550. This decision follows the receipt of four bids, with Dykeman Excavating submitting the lowest responsive bid. The contract award is contingent upon the approval of Resolution 2005-02 on July 1st, 2026 [cite: 82-104].

Board Approves Change Order for Tether Replacements

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a change order for tether replacements totaling $1,500, increasing the total contract amount to $46,500. This increase is necessary due to the discovery of an additional tether cable that required replacement. The change order is with Signal Construction, Inc. [cite: 106-126].

Preliminary Resolution Approved for Terrace Drive Sanitary Sewer Extension

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved a preliminary resolution (Resolution 2025-03) for the Terrace Drive Sanitary Sewer Extension, Phase 1. This resolution initiates the process for providing sewer services to properties at 3206 through 3236 Terrace Drive. A public hearing is scheduled for July 1st, 2026, after which the resolution may be confirmed, modified, or denied. If confirmed or modified, the board can award a construction contract. Assessments for property owners will be made in accordance with Resolution 2005-02, with a maximum assessment of $6,000 per unit or lot [cite: 36-74].

Conference Center Invoices Approved for Payment

The Board of Public Works and Safety approved payments for the Conference Center totaling $11,524. This includes $10,250 for tables and chairs carts from Event Stable and $1,274 for carpet installation by Waltman Flooring LLC. These invoices were reviewed and accepted by the CVB on June 1st, 2026 [cite: 127-147].