Vanderburgh County Council Meeting Summary – March 5, 2025

• Attendance: All members present.

• Previous Minutes: Approved.

• Personnel Requests:

  • Circuit Court: A pay increase for Home Verification Officers was approved, raising the rate from $44 to $60 per hour, based on comparisons to local services and time-and-a-half pay.

  • LIT: Vacancy for a residential officer was approved.

  • Burdette Park: Pay increase of $1.50 per hour for Security I and Security II staff was approved.

  • Health Department (WIC): Three positions approved for interview, though only one will be filled based on qualifications. Discussion on potential funding loss due to grant changes.

  • Coroner’s Office: Request to reclassify the Secretary/Deputy Coroner position was tabled until May due to funding uncertainties related to state and federal legislation.

  • Personnel Administration Review: Approved in one motion.

• Appropriation Ordinance: All line items approved.

• Transfers: Fund transfers approved for Superior Court and Cumulative Bridge.

• New Business:

  • Board Appointment: An unnamed individual was approved for a board position.

  • Safety Audit Report: Many safety issues were identified; a training system with documentation was recommended.

  • Explore Evansville: New director Tom White aims to grow tourism. Evansville’s 2024 events generated $42 million, with more events planned for 2025, including sporting events that brought in significant revenue.