POPAI Board Meeting Minutes for 08/13/2025
Meeting called to order at 10:30am by President Angela Morris
Attending:
- Angela Morris, President
- Lindsey Villalpando, Vice-President
- Andria Geigle, Treasurer
- Anthony Williams, Secretary
- Robert Schuster, District 1 Rep
- Jack Odle, District 2 Rep
- Stephanie Cole, District 3 Rep
- Susan Bentley, District 4 Rep
- Josh Herman, District 5 Rep
- Rupert Strawbridge, District 7 Rep
- Jennifer Lampert, District 8 Rep
- Chad Boruff, At-Large #2
- Adam McQueen, POPAI Rep to POAB and Past President
- Ryan Hull, POAB Rep to POPAI
- Shannon Chambers, Training Coordinator
- Karen Oeding, Membership and Website Administrator
- Cherie Epley
- Heather Malone
Secretary's Report
President Angela Morris asked if everyone had the opportunity to review the minutes from the May 2025 meeting. A motion was made by Andria Geigle to accept the minutes and was seconded by Josh Herman. Motion passed unanimously.
Treasurer's Report
Treasurer Andria Geigle reported the following balances:
- Checking Account: $71,109.91
- Savings Account: $69,363.42
- CD Investment: $32,112.94
A motion was made by Josh Herman to accept the Treasurer’s Report and was seconded by Rupert Strawbridge. Motion passed unanimously.
Technology
Karen reviewed upcoming calendar items with the Board.
Karen presented statistics from the July Digest. Most-clicked items included:
- County turns down probation officers’ request for raises following Reedy recommendation.
- POPAI Branded Shirts, Sweatshirts, and Quarter Zips: Pre-Sale for Pick Up.
- POPAI Fall Conference Early Bird Registration is open; Corporate Sponsor Exhibit Hall is Full.
Karen reported the websites visits for July were as follows:
- Jobs and Internships
- Home Page
- Fall Conference
Karen updated the Board on support for Awards and Elections, her article cleanup process, and maintenance of the Board phone tree.
Andria Geigle moved that the Secretary maintain the phone tree. Seconded by Rupert Strawbridge. Motion passed unanimously.
Membership
Karen reported the following membership numbers:
- Probation Officer Members: 1,249
- Corporate Sponsors: 33
- Other (Associate, Honorary, Emeritus, Lifetime): 118
Karen provided updates on Corporate Sponsorships, floor map creation, Whova uploads, and membership verification for in-person ballots at the Fall Conference.
Education
Shannon Chambers updated the Board on Fall Conference planning.
Shannon reminded the Board that Spring Management Institute will be March 4–6, 2026 at the Drury Inn.
Probation Officer Advisory Board Update
Ryan Hull reported the next POAB meeting is Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Election
Jenny Lamprt reported that the following individuals submitted an Intent to Run Form and all required documentation:
- Andria Geigle, Treasurer
- Lindsey Villalpando, Vice-President
- Stacy Smithers LaPatra, District 1
- Stephanie Cole, District 3
- Alexandra Weinley, District 3
- Haylee Elsea, District 5
- Amy Hall, District 5
- Josh Herman, District 5
- Rebecca Schrock, District 5
- Lindsey Winger, District 6
- Elizabeth Starck, District 7
Updates provided on absentee and in-person ballot processes for the Fall Conference.
Awards and Recognition
Josh Herman reported the committee has selected 2025 winners. They will be announced at the Annual Business Meeting during the Fall Conference.
Justice Reinvestment Advisory Council (JRAC)
Next State JRAC Meeting: September 5, 2025 (POPAI will not have a representative due to the Fall Conference).
Next EBDM/Local JRAC Meeting: August 22, 2025.
Lindsey Villalpando will serve on the JRAC Data Workgroup as a POPAI representative.
Old Business
The Board discussed efforts to update the Minimum Salary Schedule.
New Business
Andria Geigle updated the Board on her committee reviewing POPAI Districts; topic will be discussed at the Fall Conference Roundtables.
Anthony Williams presented a proposal to hold meetings across Indiana; survey to be sent to Chief Probation Officers.
Angela Morris reported Nancy Wever is seeking a replacement for Kory George on the JDAI Executive and State Steering Committees; tabled until September meeting.
Anthony Williams encouraged Board members to review the Indiana Contingency Management Initiative Manual in the SRS “Cheat Sheets” in INCite.
Next Meeting
Friday, September 5, 2026 at approximately 11:30 a.m., Kennedy Room, French Lick Resort.
A motion to adjourn was made by Anthony Williams and seconded by Lindsey Villalpando. Motion passed unanimously.