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Highway superintendent reports chip‑and‑seal, wind paving progress and flood repairs; cameras quoted

Blackford County Board of Commissioners · August 4, 2025
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Summary

Highway Superintendent John Pluimer reported chip‑and‑seal work, wind paving completion timeline, a $1,190.95 invoice to be charged to a contractor for pipe repair, and a $13,800 quote for 12 security cameras at the highway building.

Highway Superintendent John Pluimer reported that chip‑and‑seal operations began in Washington Township with plans for eight to nine miles in each township except Jackson, and that wind paving should finish by Aug. 11. He also said he has moved to a 10‑hour workday schedule, Monday through Thursday, for highway crews.

Pluimer described a flooding problem at the 300 S and Angling Pike intersection; the highway department repaired the pipe and will invoice contractor Lee's Mini Excavating and Land Clearing Service $1,190.95 for the repair. He reported Hoosier Pride finished two small structures on 250 N and 200 S and presented a vendor quote of $13,800 for 12 security cameras at the highway building.