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Dubois County highway superintendent Steve Berg to retire; commissioners select Donald Lueken as superintendent‑in‑training
Summary
Highway Superintendent Steve Berg announced he will retire effective Dec. 31, 2024. At a July 19 special meeting the Dubois County Commissioners voted 2‑1 to select Donald Lueken as a superintendent‑in‑training to shadow Berg through December.
Highway Superintendent Steve Berg announced his retirement effective December 31, 2024, at a July 19 special meeting of the Dubois County Commissioners in Jasper. Berg, who has served 24 years, "thanked all those that worked with him during his 24 year tenure," and recommended that his replacement shadow him to learn the various aspects of the position.
Commission President Chad A. Blessinger opened discussion on hiring a superintendent‑in‑training to shadow Berg during his final months. Commissioner Nick Hostetter raised the possibility of creating a Highway Department Head as a single point of contact to run the department.
The commissioners then considered a motion to select Donald Lueken as the superintendent‑in‑training. The motion was made, duly seconded and carried 2‑1; Commissioner Serice Stenftenagel cast the lone dissenting vote. The record states Lueken will retain his current position while training with Berg until December, when the new superintendent will be appointed for 2025.
No mover or seconder names were recorded in the minutes. The vote as recorded was: two in favor, one opposed. The meeting had no further business and was adjourned at 1:57 p.m.
Next steps noted in the minutes: Lueken will train with Berg through December and the county will proceed to appoint a new highway superintendent for 2025.
