IF Bancorp, Inc. 8-K
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IF Bancorp Announces Shareholder Approval of Merger with ServBanc
What Happened
- IF Bancorp, Inc. (IROQ) announced on Feb 4, 2026 (8‑K) that shareholders at a Special Meeting on Feb 3, 2026 approved the Agreement and Plan of Merger with ServBanc Holdco, Inc. The Merger Agreement contemplates a series of transactions that include mergers involving SBHI Holdings, Inc., ServBanc Holdco and the banking subsidiaries (Iroquois Federal Savings and Loan Association and Servbank, National Association).
- The company said, subject to customary closing conditions, the Merger is expected to close on March 12, 2026. A press release announcing the shareholder vote and anticipated closing date was filed as Exhibit 99.1 to the 8‑K.
Key Details
- Vote on Merger Agreement (Proposal 1): For 2,447,915; Against 30,922; Abstain 9,959; Broker non‑votes 0.
- Advisory vote on executive compensation (Proposal 2): Approved — For 1,837,673; Against 631,233; Abstain 19,890.
- Adjournment proposal (Proposal 3) was not considered due to approval of Proposal 1; recorded votes: For 2,245,315; Against 33,129; Abstain 13,097; Broker non‑votes 197,255.
- Filing items: Item 5.07 (voting results) and Item 8.01 (other events) reported; Exhibit 99.1 is the press release.
Why It Matters
- The shareholder approval clears a major regulatory/transaction milestone and moves the company toward the planned merger with ServBanc Holdco, which will change corporate and bank subsidiary ownership and control if the closing conditions are met.
- Investors should note the expected closing date (March 12, 2026) and that compensation to named executives related to the transaction passed in a non‑binding advisory vote. Monitor subsequent filings for the closing confirmation and any regulatory approvals or updated transaction terms.