Meeting Details
December 16, 2025
6:30pm - 7:00pm
30 min
Gibson Southern High School - Media Center
Purpose
N/A
Minutes
President Mike Bengert called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting was streamed live on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@southgibsonschoolboardlive). In addition to Board members and Administration, Angela Cooper of the South Gibson Teachers Association, Board Attorney Pam Partenheimer, and patrons of South Gibson were present.
Also attending were Attorney Jim McDonald and Larry Michel of the Gibson County Redevelopment Commission, as well as Jeff Hammond of Baker Tilly.
Robin Angermeier viewed Jeff Hammond’s presentation via the meeting's live broadcast
Minutes
Mike Bengert opened the floor for patron concerns and comments on agenda items. None were voiced.
The surplus weight room equipment will be disposed of by the contractor over Christmas Break.
SGSC has received its 1782 Budget notice for 2026. We are still reviewing this and will report on this in the January 2026 meeting, especially the effects of the property tax credits of up to $300 and their impact on revenue into the Operations Fund.
Minutes
The Board received financial information on the school corporation as of the end of November 2025.
Minutes
Jeff Hammond facilitated a high-level discussion regarding Indiana school funding and the mechanics of Tax Increment Financing (TIF). The Board explored the potential impacts of TIF districts on the school corporation, the county, and local taxpayers. To provide further context, Jim McDonald shared background information on current county TIFs, specifically noting one district set to expire at the end of 2026
Minutes
Benson Davenport moved to approve the Consent Items as presented. Following a second by Rachael Hileman, the motion carried with a 6-0 vote.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
4.2.1 RESIGNATIONS
4.2.1.1 Amy Michel, effective 12/19/25, Math Remediation Aide @ GSHS
4.2.2 ECA
4.2.2.1 Devon Bullock, 7th Gr. Boys Basketball Coach @ HCS for 25-26
4.2.2.2 Greg Bane, Volunteer for the GSHS Swim Team @ GSHS for 25-26
4.2.2.3 Brian Alldredge, Volunteer Boys Basketball Coach @ HCS for 25-26
4.2.3 EMPLOYMENT
4.2.3.1 Julie Fuhs, FBCS School Nurse effective 1/5/26
4.2.3.2 Andrew Dunkel, Groundskeeper/Custodian, effective 12/29/25
4.2.3.3 Jamie Anderson, Temp NHQ Aide @ OCS effective 1/15/26
4.2.4 FMLA
4.2.4.1 - Employee 20072
4.2.4.2 - Employee 20124
4.2.5 TRANSFERS
4.2.6 RETIREMENTS
Claims include the note payment on the debt, which will be paid off in December of 2027.
Minutes
Claims approved included:
Payroll claims:
November 21, 2025, for $622,825.67
December 5, 2025, for $633,017.99
Checks 67668-67777, ACH, and EFT for $2,925,593.75
Minutes
The first reading occurred.
Minutes
The first reading occurred.
To alleviate bus overcrowding and as a service to the community, SGSC has run a bus shuttle through Fort Branch and day cares in Fort Branch for several years. I failed to have this formally added to the wage scale, and the auditors questioned the practice. Passing this resolution will solve the problem, and this work will be added to the wage scale.
Day care/town route in Fort Branch
$80.00 per day
Minutes
Benson Davenport moved to approve the past practice as presented. Following a second by Steve Gruszewski, the motion carried with a 6-0 vote.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
Seconded: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
As we discussed in past meetings, we would like to build up funds in the Rainy Day fund to offset property and casualty deductibles on any future claims, as well as any unforeseen circumstances. SGSC's Rainy Day fund was set up for any lawful expenses.
Minutes
Rachael Hileman moved to approve the transfer as presented. Stacy McClellan followed this with a second, and the motion passed 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board
Seconded: Stacy McClellan, Board Member
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Minutes
Racheal Hileman moved to approve the payment of bills in December. Following a second from Benson Davenport, the motion was approved on a vote of 6-0.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board
Seconded: Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |
Minutes
Dr. Perry informed the Board that the next meeting is scheduled for January 21, 2026. He further noted that, pursuant to the updated Indiana Code, the Board may consider adjustments to member stipends, which are now capped at 10% of the district’s lowest starting teacher salary
Minutes
There being no further business to come before the Board, Steve Gruszewski moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:22 PM. Eric Harper seconded the motion, and it carried with a 6-0 vote
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member
Seconded: Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mrs. Robin Angermeier, Secretary of the Board | |||
| Mr. Michael Bengert, President of Board | X | ||
| Mr. Steve Gruszewski, Board Member | X | ||
| Mrs. Rachael Hileman, Vice President of Board | X | ||
| Stacy McClellan, Board Member | X | ||
| Mr. Eric Harper, Secretary of the Board of Finance | X | ||
| Mr. Benson Davenport, President of the Board of Finance | X |