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Governor Braun Public Schedule Week of June 1
INDIANAPOLIS – Below find Indiana Governor Mike Braun’s public schedule for the week of June 1.
Monday, June 2, 2025: Scouting America, Lincoln Heritage Council Luncheon
WHO: Gov. Braun, Scouting America, and Lincoln Heritage Council
WHAT: Gov. Braun to give remarks at the Scouting America Southern Indiana Distinguished Citizen Award Luncheon
WHEN: 12:00 PM, Monday, June 2
WHERE: Huber’s Plantation Hall at Huber’s Orchard & Winery
19816 Huber Rd.
Borden, IN 47106
Monday, June 2, 2025: Global Entrepreneurship Congress (GEC)
WHO: Gov. Braun
WHAT: Governor Braun will welcome GEC attendees to Indiana and will moderate the opening panel
WHEN: 3:30 PM, Monday, June 2
WHERE: Indiana Convention Center
100 S Capitol Ave.
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Halls CDE
Thursday, June 5, 2025: Innovation Showcase
WHO: Gov. Braun, Venture Club of Indiana
WHAT: Governor Braun will take part in a fireside chat
WHEN: 12:30 PM, Thursday, June 5
WHERE: The Westin Hotel
241 W Washington St.
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Ballroom
Thursday, June 5, 2025: Ceremonial Bill Signing of SEA 520
WHO: Gov. Braun, Rep. Martin Carbaugh, Sen. Justin Busch
WHAT: Governor Braun will join legislators and stakeholders for a ceremonial signing of SEA 520
WHEN: 4:30 PM, Thursday, June 5
WHERE: Veterans National Memorial Shrine and Museum
2122 O Day Rd.
Fort Wayne, IN 46818
Thursday, June 5, 2025: Greater Fort Wayne Inc.’s Annual Meeting
WHO: Gov. Braun, Greater Fort Wayne Inc.
WHAT: Governor Braun will join Greater Fort Wayne Inc. for a fireside chat
WHEN: 6:00 PM, Thursday, June 5
WHERE: Parkview Mirro Center for Research & Innovation
10622 Parkview Plaza Dr.
Fort Wayne, IN 46845
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS
BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING
ROOM 301, CIVIC CENTER COMPLEX
WEDNESDAY JUNE 4, 2025
NOON
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. MEETING MEMORANDUM MAY 21, 2025
3. CONSENT AGENDA
a. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Pass Pest for pest control service with
treatment at various Parks Department facilities. – Bouseman
b. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Tri-State Grease & Septic for grease trap
service at various Parks Department facilities. – Bouseman
c. Request Re: Approve Agreement with AARP for solar lighting on the Greenway.- Bouseman
d. Request Re: Approve and Execute Umpire Service Agreement with Preston Waller. – Bedwell
4. OLD BUSINESS
5. NEW BUSINESS
a. Request Re: Award Next Level Trail Phase 2 to Rivertown Construction , LLC.
-Crook
b. Request Re: Approve and Execute Agreement with Rivertown Construction, LLC for
Next Level Trail Phase 2.- Crook
c. Request Re: Open-Sealed Quotes for Tepe Splash Pad. – Bouseman
d. Request Re: Open-Sealed Bids for Garvin Park Activity Zone. – Bouseman
e. Request Re: Approve and Execute Change Order #2 in the amount of $6,454.00 for
Next Level Trail.- Bouseman
f. Request Re: Any Other Business the Board Wishes to Consider and Public Comment.
6. REPORTS
Danielle Crook- Executive Director Parks and Recreation Department
7. ACCEPTANCE OF PAYROLL AND VENDOR CLAIMS
8. ADJOURN
Vanderburgh County Council Meeting
JUNE 4, 2025
AGENDA
| 1. | OPENING OF MEETING |
| 2. | ATTENDANCE ROLL CALL |
| 3. | PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE |
| 4. | INVOCATION |
| 5. | APPROVAL OF MINUTES: |
A. Personnel & Finance Meeting – April 30, 2025
B. County Council Meeting – May 7, 2025
| 6. | PERSONNEL REQUESTS: |
A. LIT – Public Safety Superior Court
1. Request to create position Residential Officer 11701370-117029 and fill vacancy
B. Clerk
1. Request to fill vacancy for Circuit/Superior Counter Clerk 10001010-101141
C. Prosecutor
1. Request to fill vacancy for Administrative & Outreach Coordinator 10001080-108120
D. Prosecutor – CGIC Grant
1. Request to fill vacancy for PT CGIC Analyst 82100000-821003
E. Prosecutor – Incentive Fund
1. Request to fill vacancies for (2) Enforcement Officers 88970000-889713 and 889714
F. Jail
1. Request to retitle Confinement Officer Staff Sergeant 10001320-132094
G. FEMA PSGU
1. Request to create position PT Special Deputy 81090000-199100 and fill vacancy
H. Local Public Health Services
1. Request to fill vacancy for Client Advocate I 11610000-116103
2. Request to fill vacancy for Health Educator I 11610000-116124
3. Request to establish hourly rate for PT Deputy Health Officer 11610000-116134
I. Health Department – WIC
1. Request to create a position for an additional PT WIC Health Educator 4030000-199000 (Extra Help) and fill vacancy
2. Request to retitle Registered Dietician/RN 84030000-840314 to WIC Health Educator
3. Request to create positions for (2) WIC Health Educators 84030000-840327 and 840328 and fill vacancies
| 7. | APPROPRIATION ORDINANCE: |
A. CCD – Coroner
B. CCD – Burdette Park
C. Local Roads & Streets/Engineer
| 8. | REPEALS – None |
| 9. | TRANSFERS: |
A. Clerk
B. Prosecutor
C. Co-Op Extension
D. Cumulative Bridge
E. Local Roads & Streets
F. Riverboat – Commissioners
G. Convention Centre Operating
| 10. | SPECIAL APPROPRIATION: |
A. Solid Waste Management District – Jean Carlson, Director
| 11. | OLD BUSINESS – None |
| 12. | NEW BUSINESS: |
A. ORDINANCE NO. CO.06-25-010 Establishing the approved uses of the Vanderburgh County Jail Commissary Fund
| 13. | AMENDMENTS TO SALARY ORDINANCE |
| 14. | PUBLIC COMMENT |
| 15. | REMINDER OF UPCOMING MEETING DATES/TIMES: |
A. Personnel & Finance Meeting – June 25th @ 3:00 PM
B. County Council Meeting – July 2nd @ 3:00 PM
| 16. | ADJOURNMENT |
Governor Braun Makes Appointments to IU Board of Trustees, Various Boards and Commissions
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Mike Braun today announced several new appointments and reappointments to various state boards and commissions, including the Indiana University Board of Trustees.
Indiana University Board of Trustees:
Sage Steele, effective immediately until term expires on 6/30/2028
James Bopp Jr., effective immediately until term expires on 6/30/2028
Brian Eagle, effective immediately until term expires on 6/30/2027
W. Quinn Buckner, effective immediately until term expires on 6/30/2026
“I am confident that these appointees, who are all Indiana University alumni, will serve in the best interest of the university and will help guide IU back in the right direction as a premier flagship university in our state.” – Governor Mike Braun
Appointments:
All Payers Claim Data Base Advisory Board
Barry Hart, serves the remainder of the unexpired term until June 30, 2025
Nicholas Sloffer, serves the remainder of the unexpired term until June 30, 2025
Board of Accountancy
Lauren Hamilton, term ends on 4/30/29
Erica Emanuel, term ends on 4/30/29
Board of Proprietary Education
Michael Nossett, term ends on 5/4/29
Coroners Training Board
Jeremy McKim, serves at the pleasure of the Governor
Indiana Board of Licensure for Professional Geologist
Ginger Davis, term ends on 4/30/29
Indiana Election Commission
Beth Boyce, term ends on 6/30/27
Karen Celestino-Horseman, term ends on 6/30/27
Re-Appointments:
Ball State Board of Trustees
Brian Gallagher, term ends on 12/31/28
Mayor Terry Announces Launch of “My Summer Ride” to Expand Youth Access to Opportunity Through Free METS Bus Program
Evansville Mayor Stephanie Terry today announced the launch of My Summer Ride, a new pilot initiative offering free METS bus service for youth across the city this summer. The program will run from June 2 through August 2, 2025, and is open to all youth aged 18 and under, as well as students over 18 who are still enrolled in high school.
As part of the City’s Safe Summer initiative, My Summer Ride was created to reduce transportation barriers that often prevent young people from accessing jobs, summer programs, libraries, parks, and other vital community resources.
“This program is about more than just transportation,” Mayor Stephanie Terry said. “My Summer Ride is about expanding opportunity. It’s about making sure every young person in our city can get to a job, a summer camp, or the library – regardless of whether they have a car or a ride. We’re supporting working families, fostering youth independence, and building the next generation of METS riders.”
To increase accessibility, the city will work with local youth-serving organizations to help distribute METS bus passes. Those passes will be available for pick-up at the CK Newsome Center, METS Station, and all public city pools. Students who may appear older than 18 should be prepared to show school ID or a report card when picking up their bus passes.
Participants in My Summer Ride can use METS fixed-route and METS Mobility services at no cost. The free rides are available for any purpose, not just for school-related activities. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
By offering this program, the City of Evansville is advancing several of Mayor Terry’s core priorities:
- Youth Development, by helping young people access enrichment, education, and employment.
- Public Safety, by ensuring safe, reliable transportation options.
- Economic Development, by reducing transportation barriers for youth entering the workforce.
“My administration is committed to building a city where every child – no matter their zip code – has access to opportunity,” Mayor Terry added. “My Summer Ride is a step toward that vision.”
Full program details are available by calling METS at 812-435-6166 or asking any bus operator.
USI signs Habib for 2025-26
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – University of Southern Indiana Men’s Basketball announced the signing of guard Ismail Habib for the 2025-26 season.
“We are thrilled to add Ismail to our basketball family,” said USI Head Coach Stan Gouard. “Ismail is a tough, hard-nosed guard.
“While his shooting ability, play making, and defensive intensity will fit great within our system, we are excited about what he brings to the culture of our locker room with his tremendous work ethic, attitude, and character,” concluded Gouard.
Habib is transferring to USI after spending the last two seasons at Portland State University. He appeared in 35 games for the Vikings over the last two seasons, averaging 9.0 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per contest.
The 6-1 guard averaged 8.7 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 0.4 assists in seven contests and one start during 2024-25. He scored a two-year high of 29 points versus Evergreen State University.
During his first season at Portland State in 2023-24, Habib posted a two-year best 9.0 points, 2.4 rebounds, and 2.8 assists in 28 games, making 25 starts.
Prior to playing last year for Appalachian State, Habib started 54 games over two seasons at Hill College (2023-24) and Western Texas College (2022-23). He was named All-Conference for Hill College after averaging 12.8 points and 6.1 rebounds.
Before playing at Portland State, Habib started his collegiate career at South Plains College in 2022-23. He averaged 11.5 points, 3.5 assists, and 3.7 rebounds for the Texans as a freshman.
Habib played three seasons at Lincoln Park High School (Chicago, Illinois) and one season at Bishop Walsh School (Cumberland, Maryland) before starting his collegiate career. He was third-team All-State in Illinois as a junior, averaging 22.7 points, four rebounds, and five assists per game.
The USI Screaming Eagles are a member of the Ohio Valley Conference and will be NCAA Tournament eligible in 2025-26 following the completion of the accelerated transition from Division II. USI has reached the OVC Championship in two of the first three seasons of Division I action.
Men’s basketball signs Aaron Gutman
Walton, Ky. native joins Purple Aces
EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Following a high school career that saw him finish as the all-time leading scorer at Walton-Verona High School, Aaron Gutman has signed on with the University of Evansville men’s basketball team.
“We are thrilled to welcome Aaron Gutman and his family to the UE family! As we continue building toward the future of our program, we’re focused on bringing in young, high-potential talent—and Aaron exemplifies exactly that,” UE head men’s basketball coach David Ragland exclaimed. “He is an extremely competitive and athletic player with impressive positional size.”
“Our priority remains clear: adding skilled players who can dribble, pass, and shoot. Aaron checks all those boxes. Even more importantly, he brings a relentless drive to improve and a work ethic that stands out,” Ragland continued. “We are excited for the impact Aaron will have on our program in the years to come.”
Gutman completed his high school career with 2,050 points to go along with 675 rebounds, and 143 3-point makes. The scoring record at Walton-Verona had stood since 1958. Following the season, Gutman was tabbed as the Co-KABC Player of the Year in the 8thRegion while earning 8th Region All-Region and 8th Region All-Tournament accolades.
He shined as a senior, averaging a team-high 23.3 points per game over the course of 34 contests. Overall, Gutman was a 49.8% shooter from the field while adding a total of 67 triples in his final campaign. He also paced the Bearcats with an average of 6.9 rebounds. His efforts helped the team finish with a 21-13 record while playing in the 8thRegion semifinals.
Following the season, Gutman was selected to play in the Kentucky-Ohio All-Star game and finished with 13 points, two blocks, a steal, and assist. He is set to play for the Kentucky All-Star team in the Kentucky-Indiana All-Star games, which will take place on June 6 and 7.
“I chose Evansville because of the culture created by the coaches,” Gutman said. “The biggest thing for me was being around people who truly appreciate me.”