Indiana American Water recently donated two dump trucks to the city of Gary to support its public works efforts.

The trucks donated by Indiana American Water can be used for spreading salt, plowing and other public works needs.

“We had the unique privilege to sit down with Mayor Eddie Melton and talk about the ways we can be a good corporate citizen to the city of Gary, and the mayor highlighted a need for some trucks,” said Justin Mount, Indiana American Water manager of operations, in a press release.

“Gary is a large geographical area and the mayor wants to make sure that the city has enough equipment needed to serve the citizens of Gary,” Mount said.

Mayor Melton, city officials and representatives from Indiana American Water gathered for the presentation of the dump trucks. Michael Suggs, the city’s chief operating officer, expressed the city’s appreciation.

“The recent storms we had caused a lot of debris like fallen branches, limbs and trees, which caused logistics issues with our city,” Suggs said. “Fortunately, we now have these trucks that can help us clear the roads and ensure that our residents can get to their doctor's appointments, get to the store and take their children to school.”

The two trucks are ready for immediate use.

Indiana American Water provides water and wastewater services to about 1.3 million Hoosiers. American Water serves over 14 million people in 14 states. The company was founded in 1886.

(Photo provided by the city of Gary)