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Casey Township Library Board Approves Staff Raises and Year-End Bonuses

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Casey Township Library Board Meeting | Dec. 18, 2025

Article Summary: The Casey Township Library Board voted to approve hourly wage increases and year-end bonuses for five staff members during their December meeting. Librarian Gretchen Murphy received the highest bonus amount alongside a wage increase.

Casey Township Library Board Key Points:

  • Hourly Increases: All five staff members listed in the minutes received a $1.00 per hour pay raise compared to their previous rates.

  • Top Bonus: Librarian Gretchen Murphy was awarded a $1,750 bonus, while four other staff members received $100 bonuses.

  • New Rate: Murphy’s hourly rate increased from $23.00 to $24.00.

The Casey Township Library Board on Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, approved a motion to increase staff salaries and award year-end bonuses.

Board member Chrissy Squires made the motion to accept the compensation package, which was seconded and carried by the board.

Under the approved plan, Librarian Gretchen Murphy’s hourly rate was raised to $24.00 from the previous $23.00. Murphy also received a $1,750 bonus.

Four other staff members also received a $1.00 per hour raise and a $100 bonus each:

  • Kimberly Hensley: Rate increased to $19.00 from $18.00.

  • Renee Honselman: Rate increased to $18.00 from $17.00.

  • Abby Solorio: Rate increased to $16.50 from $15.50.

  • Kaitlyn Tipsword: Rate increased to $16.50 from $15.50.

The board also handled routine business, including the approval of financial and activity reports for November 2025.

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