South Harrison board approves up to $750,000 for intermediate school roof after brief hearing
May 04, 2026 | South Harrison Com Schools, School Boards, Indiana
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The South Harrison Community School Corporation board on April 19 unanimously approved an additional appropriation not to exceed $750,000 from fund 00610 to replace the intermediate school roof.
The item was introduced during a public hearing called by Chair (S2). Business operations director Carolyn Wallace (S5) told the board the district "is still working with the insurance company and hoping to get that $750,000 down," but said the appropriation is written so work can proceed if insurance funds are not received. The hearing record shows notice was published April 17, 2026.
Superintendent Dr. Eastridge (S3) said the district needed to move to avoid further damage to the roofing system and pledged to update the board as additional information from the insurer becomes available. Following the hearing, the board voted 7‑0 to adopt the appropriation as presented.
Why it matters: replacing a damaged roof is a time‑sensitive facilities expense that affects safety and operations at the intermediate school. District officials signaled they will continue seeking insurance reimbursement but authorized local funds to ensure repairs begin promptly.
The board did not provide a detailed funding breakdown beyond the fund number and the maximum appropriation; insurance recovery was described as pending. The administration said it will report back to the board with any developments related to the insurance claim and expenditures.
The item was introduced during a public hearing called by Chair (S2). Business operations director Carolyn Wallace (S5) told the board the district "is still working with the insurance company and hoping to get that $750,000 down," but said the appropriation is written so work can proceed if insurance funds are not received. The hearing record shows notice was published April 17, 2026.
Superintendent Dr. Eastridge (S3) said the district needed to move to avoid further damage to the roofing system and pledged to update the board as additional information from the insurer becomes available. Following the hearing, the board voted 7‑0 to adopt the appropriation as presented.
Why it matters: replacing a damaged roof is a time‑sensitive facilities expense that affects safety and operations at the intermediate school. District officials signaled they will continue seeking insurance reimbursement but authorized local funds to ensure repairs begin promptly.
The board did not provide a detailed funding breakdown beyond the fund number and the maximum appropriation; insurance recovery was described as pending. The administration said it will report back to the board with any developments related to the insurance claim and expenditures.
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