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Council schedules workshops on sewer rates, derelict-houses and port coordination

City of South Bend City Council · January 27, 2026
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Summary

Council discussed and moved to schedule workshops or pre-meeting briefings on sewer and water-rate calculations, derelict-house abatement procedures, and a government-to-government meeting request from the Port of Bullipaw Harbor; timing options include 30–60 minute sessions before regular meetings.

Council members discussed creating workshop sessions to brief newer members and the public on technical topics including sewer/water rate calculations, the abatement process for derelict properties, and a proposed government-to-government meeting with the Port of Bullipaw Harbor.

Members suggested bringing in subject-matter experts such as the RWCC director and county engineers, and discussed possible formats: a 30–60 minute session before a regular meeting, a separate monthly workshop, or scheduling when state AOC representatives are available for a courts briefing. The council moved to try to schedule an initial session for the next meeting and asked staff to coordinate speakers and timing.

The council also noted the port has recently acquired local infrastructure and requested a joint meeting to discuss potential projects and partnerships.