Change orders for the downtown streetscape project in Valparaiso received unanimous approval during the City Board of Works meeting on July 25, 2025. The Engineering Department presented three significant change orders aimed at addressing unforeseen costs and enhancing the project.

Change order 2, amounting to $41,267, covers additional mobilization charges due to work extending into 2025. Change order 3, totaling $49,152, addresses costs related to underground construction work and delays. Lastly, change order 4 involves a material cost adjustment for larger planters, aligning with previous installations by the Parks Department.

Funding for change orders 2 and 4 will come from the Redevelopment Commission (RDC), which has already approved these expenses. Change order 3 will be financed through the sanitary sewer and stormwater budget, with prior approval from the utility board.

The total increase to the contract stands at $613.45, reflecting the necessary adjustments to keep the downtown project on track. The board's swift approval underscores the commitment to enhancing Valparaiso's urban landscape while managing budgetary challenges effectively.