Board tables JL Walter construction settlement, says final paperwork not yet received

The New Palestine Community School Board on Aug. 25 tabled a request to approve a settlement and final payment to JL Walter Construction because required final paperwork was not yet available.

Director of Finance Sarah Gizzi presented the agenda item requesting approval of the settlement agreement. Board President Laura Haeberle asked for a motion to table the item; Mr. Brian McKinney moved to table and Mr. Dan Walker seconded. The motion passed unanimously, 5-0.

Why it matters: tabling the settlement delays final payment and leaves the contract status unresolved until the district receives the necessary documentation. The minutes do not include the settlement amount, the contract reference number, or a timeline for when the paperwork will be provided.

Action summary: the board voted to table agenda item 8.1; no further action or timeline was recorded in the minutes. The item will remain pending until staff provide the final paperwork required for board approval.

Contacts for additional detail: the minutes identify Sarah Gizzi as the district Director of Finance; she presented the agenda item and requested approval, which the board deferred because the paperwork was incomplete.