Agriculture and Extension Education Committee — Agenda Packet

Page 1 of 2 PORTAGE COUNTY MEETING AGENDA AGRICULTURE AND EXTENSION EDUCATION COMMITTEE PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX CONFERENCE ROOMS 1 & 2 1462 STRONGS AVENUE STEVENS POINT, WI 54481 Thursday, August 13, 2026 5:00 PM REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT To attend this meeting by telephone : dial +13126266799, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 949 1744 8227. You will then be asked to enter in a passcode. Use passcode: 961565. To attend this meeting by video: Click Here If prompted, enter passcode: 961565. CALL TO ORDER Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage CORRESPONDENCE REPORTS 1. Review YTD Budget Report 2. Area Extension Director Report - Office Operations, Activities, and Updates • Annual Report 3. Educator Reports - Programming and Activities 4. Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48) PUBLIC NOTICE Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time, with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth in Robert’s Rules of Order. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. Review/approval of minutes from July 9, 2026 DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION 6. Discussion/Possible Action: Review of Department Budget NEXT MEETING DATE 7. September 10, 2026 5:00pm ADJOURNMENT Notice: Any person who has special needs and plans on attending this meeting in-person or remotely should contact the Extension Office at 715-346-1316 as soon as possible to ensure that reasonable accommodations can be made. Page 1 of 52 Agriculture and Extension Education Committee Meeting Agenda August 13, 2026 Page 2 of 2 Notice: Remote comment by the public during the meeting will be at the discretion of the Chair. Notice: A quorum of the Portage County Board of Supervisors, or any committee thereof, may be present at this meeting. Page 2 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI YEAR-TO-DATE BUDGET REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 10:03 User: rochad Program ID: glytdbud Page 1 FOR 2026 07 ACCOUNTS FOR: ORIGINAL TRANFRS/ REVISED AVAILABLE PCT 110 General APPROP ADJSTMTS BUDGET YTD ACTUAL ENCUMBRANCES BUDGET USE/COL 11531000 UW - Administration 46770 UW Extension Fees -200 0 -200 -16.67 .00 -183.33 8.3% 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues -5,500 0 -5,500 -2,523.59 .00 -2,976.41 45.9% 51105 Salaries/Wages (Full-time) 80,658 -39,115 41,543 22,546.88 .00 18,996.12 54.3% 51305 FICA & Medicare Taxes 5,995 -2,992 3,003 1,623.15 .00 1,379.85 54.1% 51505 Retirement - County Share 5,807 -2,816 2,991 1,587.90 .00 1,403.10 53.1% 51510 Health Insurance - County Sha 11,960 0 11,960 6,976.48 .00 4,983.52 58.3% 51515 Life Insurance - County Share 66 -32 34 20.58 .00 13.42 60.5% 51520 Disability Insurance - County 221 -107 114 68.74 .00 45.26 60.3% 51530 Worker's Compensation 145 -70 75 36.11 .00 38.89 48.1% 52210 Telephone 213 0 213 137.06 .00 75.94 64.3% 52480 Computer Services - County IT 31,985 0 31,985 18,657.94 .00 13,327.06 58.3% 53100 Office Supplies 1,408 0 1,408 486.00 .00 922.00 34.5% 53130 Postage & Shipping 5,500 0 5,500 1,034.02 775.28 3,690.70 32.9% 53140 Photocopying & Printing 176 0 176 39.21 .00 136.79 22.3% 53207 Subscriptions 100 0 100 .00 .00 100.00 .0% 53220 Advertising 150 0 150 .00 .00 150.00 .0% 53236 Training - Department 600 0 600 .00 .00 600.00 .0% 53305 Mileage 300 0 300 165.30 .00 134.70 55.1% 53306 Meals 50 0 50 12.00 .00 38.00 24.0% 53310 Lodging 200 0 200 98.00 .00 102.00 49.0% TOTAL UW - Administration 139,834 -45,132 94,702 50,949.11 775.28 42,977.61 54.6% 11531010 UW - Admin Educational Pgms 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues -2,316 0 -2,316 -106.75 .00 -2,209.25 4.6% 52210 Telephone 320 0 320 205.59 .00 114.41 64.2% TOTAL UW - Admin Educational Pgms -1,996 0 -1,996 98.84 .00 -2,094.84 -5.0% 11532000 UW - Agriculture Agent 52210 Telephone 107 0 107 68.53 .00 38.47 64.0% 52215 Cellular Services 327 0 327 .00 .00 327.00 .0% 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 53,563 -24,532 29,031 .00 29,032.00 -1.00 100.0% 53230 Conference & Reg(In State) 828 0 828 .00 .00 828.00 .0% Page 3 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI YEAR-TO-DATE BUDGET REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 10:03 User: rochad Program ID: glytdbud Page 2 FOR 2026 07 ACCOUNTS FOR: ORIGINAL TRANFRS/ REVISED AVAILABLE PCT 110 General APPROP ADJSTMTS BUDGET YTD ACTUAL ENCUMBRANCES BUDGET USE/COL 53236 Training - Department 300 0 300 .00 .00 300.00 .0% 53305 Mileage 1,500 0 1,500 .00 .00 1,500.00 .0% 53310 Lodging 500 0 500 .00 .00 500.00 .0% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 900 0 900 114.69 .00 785.31 12.7% TOTAL UW - Agriculture Agent 58,025 -24,532 33,493 183.22 29,032.00 4,277.78 87.2% 11532010 UW - Ag Educational Pgms 46770 UW Extension Fees -4,005 0 -4,005 -1,079.00 .00 -2,926.00 26.9% 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues -350 0 -350 -36.00 .00 -314.00 10.3% 52511 Laboratory Fees 2,505 0 2,505 863.20 1,136.80 505.00 79.8% 53140 Photocopying & Printing 151 0 151 43.88 .00 107.12 29.1% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 1,850 0 1,850 .00 .00 1,850.00 .0% TOTAL UW - Ag Educational Pgms 151 0 151 -207.92 1,136.80 -777.88 615.2% 11533000 UW - Resource Agent 52210 Telephone 107 0 107 68.53 .00 38.47 64.0% 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 46,563 0 46,563 .00 46,563.00 .00 100.0% 53230 Conference & Reg(In State) 828 0 828 99.00 .00 729.00 12.0% 53236 Training - Department 300 0 300 .00 .00 300.00 .0% 53305 Mileage 1,500 0 1,500 596.68 .00 903.32 39.8% 53306 Meals 0 0 0 30.98 .00 -30.98 100.0% 53310 Lodging 500 0 500 .00 .00 500.00 .0% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 900 0 900 90.61 .00 809.39 10.1% TOTAL UW - Resource Agent 50,698 0 50,698 885.80 46,563.00 3,249.20 93.6% 11533010 UW - Resrce Educational Pgms 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues -3,000 0 -3,000 .00 .00 -3,000.00 .0% 53140 Photocopying & Printing 138 0 138 29.53 .00 108.47 21.4% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 3,000 0 3,000 .00 .00 3,000.00 .0% TOTAL UW - Resrce Educational Pgms 138 0 138 29.53 .00 108.47 21.4% 11534000 UW - 4-H Agent Page 4 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI YEAR-TO-DATE BUDGET REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 10:03 User: rochad Program ID: glytdbud Page 3 FOR 2026 07 ACCOUNTS FOR: ORIGINAL TRANFRS/ REVISED AVAILABLE PCT 110 General APPROP ADJSTMTS BUDGET YTD ACTUAL ENCUMBRANCES BUDGET USE/COL 52210 Telephone 107 0 107 68.53 .00 38.47 64.0% 52482 Computer Services - Other IT 550 0 550 500.00 .00 50.00 90.9% 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 46,563 69,664 116,227 .00 116,227.00 .00 100.0% 53230 Conference & Reg(In State) 500 0 500 .00 .00 500.00 .0% 53236 Training - Department 187 0 187 .00 .00 187.00 .0% 53305 Mileage 500 0 500 775.28 .00 -275.28 155.1% 53310 Lodging 200 0 200 .00 .00 200.00 .0% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 2,641 0 2,641 459.59 .00 2,181.41 17.4% TOTAL UW - 4-H Agent 51,248 69,664 120,912 1,803.40 116,227.00 2,881.60 97.6% 11534010 UW - 4-H Educational Pgms 46770 UW Extension Fees -5,000 0 -5,000 .00 .00 -5,000.00 .0% 48500 Donations/Contributions from -2,500 0 -2,500 .00 .00 -2,500.00 .0% 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues -2,000 0 -2,000 .00 .00 -2,000.00 .0% 53140 Photocopying & Printing 844 0 844 344.74 .00 499.26 40.8% 53410 Program Supplies 5,000 0 5,000 .00 .00 5,000.00 .0% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 4,500 0 4,500 211.98 .00 4,288.02 4.7% TOTAL UW - 4-H Educational Pgms 844 0 844 556.72 .00 287.28 66.0% 11535000 UW - Family Living Agent 52210 Telephone 107 0 107 68.53 .00 38.47 64.0% 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 46,563 0 46,563 .00 46,563.00 .00 100.0% 53230 Conference & Reg(In State) 828 0 828 .00 .00 828.00 .0% 53236 Training - Department 300 0 300 .00 .00 300.00 .0% 53305 Mileage 1,500 0 1,500 .00 .00 1,500.00 .0% 53310 Lodging 500 0 500 .00 .00 500.00 .0% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 900 0 900 64.68 .00 835.32 7.2% TOTAL UW - Family Living Agent 50,698 0 50,698 133.21 46,563.00 4,001.79 92.1% 11535010 UW - Fam Liv Educational Pgms 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues -5,000 0 -5,000 .00 .00 -5,000.00 .0% 53140 Photocopying & Printing 796 0 796 28.53 .00 767.47 3.6% 53412 Educational Materials/Supplie 5,000 0 5,000 .00 .00 5,000.00 .0% TOTAL UW - Fam Liv Educational Pgms 796 0 796 28.53 .00 767.47 3.6% Page 5 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI YEAR-TO-DATE BUDGET REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 10:03 User: rochad Program ID: glytdbud Page 4 FOR 2026 07 ACCOUNTS FOR: ORIGINAL TRANFRS/ REVISED AVAILABLE PCT 110 General APPROP ADJSTMTS BUDGET YTD ACTUAL ENCUMBRANCES BUDGET USE/COL TOTAL General 350,436 0 350,436 54,460.44 240,297.08 55,678.48 84.1% TOTAL REVENUES -29,871 0 -29,871 -3,762.01 .00 -26,108.99 TOTAL EXPENSES 380,307 0 380,307 58,222.45 240,297.08 81,787.47 Page 6 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI YEAR-TO-DATE BUDGET REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 10:03 User: rochad Program ID: glytdbud Page 5 FOR 2026 07 ORIGINAL TRANFRS/ REVISED AVAILABLE PCT APPROP ADJSTMTS BUDGET YTD ACTUAL ENCUMBRANCES BUDGET USE/COL GRAND TOTAL 350,436 0 350,436 54,460.44 240,297.08 55,678.48 84.1% ** END OF REPORT - Generated by Worzalla-Rocha, Denise ** Page 7 of 52 1 2025 Page 8 of 52 2 Extension ………………………………………………...………….….. 3 Agriculture - Livestock………………………………….………….. 4 Agriculture - Crops & Soils…………………………….…………. 5 Community Development ………...…………………..….……... 6 Human Development & Relationships …………….…........ 9 Positive Youth Development ……………………….………….. 11 Staff Directory………………………………….……………………… 14 Page 9 of 52 3 Page 10 of 52 4 Adam Hartfiel, as the Regional Livestock Extension Educator, works in Adams, Green Lake, Portage, and Waushara Counties. Hartfiel works closely with livestock producers to identify their needs and help deliver research-based solutions to assist them in meeting their goals. His efforts focus on building relationships with both farmers and stakeholders to support all aspects of livestock production to improve both economic and educational development involving various livestock species. He can provide support and information to producers who have questions about their operation. Some Examples of Educational Opportunities for Livestock Producers are: • Field Days • Cattle Feeder Workshops • Farm Technology Days • Webinar Series • Beginning Beef Producer Webinar Series • Beef Round-Up Webinar Series • UW-Division of Extension YouTube Channel • Articles Additional resources available to livestock producers are: • On Farm Visits • Factsheets • Decision tools • Research findings Looking to the Future: I look forward to offering educational opportunities, both in- person and online, for the Livestock producers of Portage County. Please feel free to contact me and visit our UW-Extension Livestock page for articles, worksheets, and other useful tools. Please reach out with questions and visit our UW-Madison Extension Livestock website! https://livestock.extension.wisc.edu/ Adam Hartfiel adam.hartfiel@wisc.edu (920) 647-6560 Adam at Field Day Teaching at Farm Tech Days Adam Hartfiel, Regional Livestock Educator Page 11 of 52 5 Karen Bender began her role as the Regional Crops & Soils Educator for Adams, Green Lake, Portage and Waushara Counties on April 20th, 2026. Karen works to promote sustainability and profitability in cropping systems across the region. She brings research-based information to farmers, agribusiness, and conservation professionals. Karen’s background includes secondary agriscience education, breeding research and development for root and bulb vegetable crops, applied flower bulb research in a greenhouse setting, and conservation agriculture. Her home base office is in Green Lake county. Karen lives outside of Omro, WI with her husband and daughters. When she’s not working she spends a lot of her time growing, arranging and breeding cut flowers. Focus areas of Karen’s work will include • Specialty Crop Production • Nutrient management • Commercial vegetable systems • On-farm research • Soil Health Finding out what the community needs As a new Regional Educator, Karen is spending some time conducting a community needs assessment. By gathering information about the top concerns of the local crops and soils community, extension educators can tailor their programming to meet those specific needs. Are you interested in participating in a brief survey as part of this needs assessment? You can access the Google form here https://go.wisc.edu/i9jv7g or via the QR code. Your feedback is appreciated! Did You Know? UW-Extension offers lots of great resources generated by our Statewide network of experts. One great resource that all growers will appreciate is the Ag Weather Outlook for Wisconsin https:// cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu/wisconsin-ag-weather-outlook/. The AgWoW team puts out a weekly outlook detailing recent weather patterns and sharing the latest detailed forecasts. You can visit the website, or sign up for their newsletter and get a timely report in your inbox every week! Please reach out with questions and visit our UW-Madison Extension Crops & Soils website! https://cropsandsoils.extension.wisc.edu/ Karen Bender karen.bender@wisc.edu (920) 745-8345 Installing Puck Lysimeters for an Nitrogen Optimization Project. Karen Bender, Regional Crops & Soils Educator Page 12 of 52 6 Portage County Community Development by the Numbers • 200 entrepreneurship conference participants • 386 grant writing workshop participants (includes participants from across the state) • 20+ housing collaborators engaged in coalition development • 48 organizational leaders engaged in strategic planning initiatives • Funding secured for regional housing rehabilitation support and enhancement • Ongoing support for affordable housing, entrepreneurship, transportation safety, renewable energy education, and organizational development Entrepreneurship and Economic Development Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities (CEC) Conference Extension Portage and Wood Counties collaborated with statewide and local organizations to host the 2025 Connecting Entrepreneurial Communities Conference in Wisconsin Rapids. The conference brought together entrepreneurs, economic development professionals, and government leaders to share strategies for strengthening rural economies through entrepreneurship. Impact: • Hosted approximately 200 participants representing 47 Wisconsin counties and three states. • Increased networking, collaboration, and knowledge- sharing among rural leaders and business support organizations. • Received overwhelmingly positive participant feedback regarding conference quality and value. Participant Testimonials • “I just wanted to send a heartfelt thank you for putting together such a fantastic Connecting Entrepreneurs Conference in Wisconsin Rapids. It was incredibly well organized, welcoming, and full of great energy. The city was a wonderful host, and the whole event had a warm, thoughtful vibe that made it easy to connect with others. I had some great conversations and left feeling inspired by the people and ideas in the room. There are too many specifics to mention, but the choices of venue(s), the speakers, and the featured entrepreneurs were really great; and those elements only come together with great effort, attention to detail, and professional execution, so the efforts on those fronts are well noted! Thanks again for all the hard work you put into making it happen—it really showed.” • “I wanted to tell you that the event the past three days was the best ever. Your including the city, county, and adjacent areas was great. The program was the best ever as well.” Katie Livernash, Community Development Educator Speaker during the CEC Conference Speaker during the CEC Conference Page 13 of 52 7 Housing and Community Development Housing Rehabilitation Partnership Extension partnered with CAP Services and the UW Center for Community and Nonprofit Studies to secure a 3-year Wisconsin Partnership Program Community Impact Grant, to enhance CAP’s Housing Repairs Program. The initiative will expand housing rehabilitation services across a five-county region and improve service delivery for low- and moderate-income households. Impact: • Funding secured for a three-year initiative. • Supports rehabilitation of at least 20 homes annually. • Expands access to safe, healthy, and affordable housing while advancing health equity. Portage County Affordable Housing Coalition Extension convened housing providers, nonprofits, government agencies, and community collaborators to improve coordination around affordable housing efforts. Impact: • Facilitated collaboration among approximately 20 housing service providers. • Supported development of the Portage County Affordable Housing Coalition. • Increased coordination, resource awareness, and identification of service gaps. Central Wisconsin Community Land Trust Extension provided organizational development, governance, partnership-building, and capacity support to advance permanently affordable homeownership opportunities for low- and moderate-income households in Central Wisconsin. Organizational and Strategic Planning Extension helped local organizations create strategic plans and action frameworks that strengthen organizational effectiveness and community impact. Stevens Point Fire Department Facilitated a year-long strategic planning process resulting in a new five-year strategic plan, updated mission, and organizational priorities. Reach: 14 planning committee members. Katie Livernash, Community Development Educator Organizational leaders building a new mission statement together. Page 14 of 52 8 Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) Facilitated a board and staff action-planning session to align organizational goals and establish one-year implementation priorities. Reach: 22 board and staff members. Build the Basin Collaborated with UW-Stevens Point to guide strategic planning for a regional entrepreneurship and placemaking initiative serving Marathon, Portage, and Wood Counties. The effort established a shared vision, mission, and strategic priorities. Reach: 12 planning committee members. Community Education and Local Government Support Renewable Energy Education In collaboration with UWSP’s Center for Land Use Education, Extension delivered educational programming for local town officials regarding large-scale solar development, regulations, and local decision-making roles. Reach: 9 town officials. Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Extension served on the Portage County SS4A project team, supporting community engagement activities and development of a countywide transportation safety action plan focused on reducing roadway fatalities and serious injuries. Grant Writing Education Extension offered virtual grant writing workshops for nonprofit organizations, businesses, and local government representatives. Almost 400 participants gained skills to identify funding opportunities and develop competitive grant proposals. Reach: 386 participants (includes participants from throughout the state.) Please reach out with questions and visit our UW-Madison Extension Community Development website! https://extension.wisc.edu/ community-development/ Katie Livernash katie.livernash@wisc.edu (715) 346-1319 Katie Livernash, Community Development Educator Page 15 of 52 9 Alicia Utke, Human Development & Relationships Educator Community Scoping Session The Human Development & Relationships Educator position in Portage County is designed to respond directly to local needs and strengthen support for families. Prior scoping work identified key community priorities, including increased access to parent education, stronger connections to services, and additional support for family serving professionals. In response, this role is centered within the Family Engagement and Relationships (FER) program area. The focus is on providing practical, research-based education that helps families support child development, build strong relationships, and navigate life transitions. Efforts in Portage County emphasize collaboration with schools, early care providers, and community organizations to improve access to resources and strengthen systems that support families. Learn more: https:// parenting.extension.wisc.edu/our-program/ Programming to Look Forward To Programming in Portage County will focus on strengthening families, supporting professionals, and building community capacity through a range of efforts; • Evidence-Based Programming Deliver programs such as Parents Forever and Powerful Tools for Caregivers • Research-Based Education Provide education on resilience, stress management, and parenting strategies • Professional Development for Family-Serving Professionals Offer training for early childhood providers, social workers, and caregivers • Coalition, Partnership, and Systems Development Support coalitions and partners while strengthening connections across education, health, and human services systems to address family needs • Policy, Systems, and Environmental (PSE) Strategies Advance long-term improvements in conditions that impact children and families Educator Alicia shares UW Extension resources while tabling at a community event. Childcare Professionals participating in professional development earn valuable skills and Wisconsin Registry credit. Page 16 of 52 10 Alicia Utke, Human Development & Relationships Educator Supporting Portage County Across the Lifespan In addition to Family Engagement and Relationship programming, this position incorporates experience in aging-friendly community efforts, expanding opportunities to support older adults and caregivers. Future programming will focus on promoting social connection, independence, and access to resources that support healthy aging within Portage County. Learn more: https://aging.extension.wisc.edu/ Together, these efforts support individuals and families across generations and contribute to a stronger, more connected community. Introducing the Educator Alicia Utke serves as the new Human Development & Relationships Educator for Portage County and has been with UW Madison Division of Extension for the past three years. During that time, she worked in Waupaca County, focusing on aging-friendly community initiatives, collaborations, and expanding resources for older adults and caregivers. Alicia also brings more than 20 years of experience as an early childhood educator at the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point, with expertise in child development and family engagement. This combined experience supports a strong focus on families while also expanding opportunities to connect programming across generations. Alicia is committed to building relationships, collaborating, and delivering programming that reflects the needs of Portage County while connecting residents to trusted Extension resources. Please reach out with questions and visit our UW-Madison Extension Human Development & Relationships website! https://extension.wisc.edu/family/ Alicia Utke alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu (715) 346-1321 Staff at an assisted living center explore vision loss during a hands-on activity. Scan to explore the 2025 Human Development & Relationships Institute Impact Report Page 17 of 52 11 When youth in Portage County join 4-H, they become part of something bigger than themselves, a supportive community where they can learn, lead, and grow. 4-H empowers young people to learn by doing, working alongside caring adult volunteers to explore their interests and build confidence. The four H’s—head, heart, hands, and health—reflect a commitment to helping youth develop important life skills like leadership, decision making, and caring for others. In Portage County, 4-H brings this mission to life through local clubs, hands-on projects, and community involvement. Youth discover their “sparks,” build meaningful relationships, and gain real -world skills in areas like science, healthy living, and civic engagement. These experiences prepare them to be beyond ready equipped with the confidence, resilience, and skills they need to succeed in school, work, and life, while making a positive impact right here in their own communities and beyond. 4-H by the Numbers Portage County 4-H continues to make a meaningful impact by connecting youth with opportunities to learn, lead, and grow: • 264 Youth Members actively exploring their interests and building life skills • 68 Adult Volunteers serving as mentors, leaders, and role models • 11 Local Clubs creating a sense of belonging and community across the county • Together, these numbers represent a strong and supportive network where young people are learning by doing, forming lasting relationships, and becoming confident, capable leaders. 2025 4-H Highlights In 2025, Portage County 4-H continued to grow and innovate while staying focused on meeting the needs of local youth and families. A countywide needs assessment gathered feedback from members, families, and volunteers to better understand participation, challenges, and opportunities—helping guide future programming and strengthen the overall 4-H experience. At the same time, volunteers and staff worked together to redesign project record book pages, making them more accessible and youth friendly to encourage participation and reflection throughout the year. Emma Bouressa, Positive Youth Development & 4-H Educator Carson Climbers Clothing Review Page 18 of 52 12 Efforts to prepare youth for the future were also a key focus. Planning began for the national 4-H “Beyond Ready” initiative, with materials and activities designed to highlight career readiness, leadership, and community engagement. Locally, youth had opportunities to build these skills through programs such as Winter Leadership Camp, 4-H Summer Camp, and a Style Revue workshop that strengthened public speaking and confidence. A 4-H AmeriCorps member also expanded summer programming to reach more youth across the county. Portage County 4-H continued to grow its reach through new and innovative programs. Two new clubs were launched—one at Tomorrow River Community Virtual School and another youth-led club at Central Sands High School—creating new access points for participation. A countywide family orientation helped both new and returning families feel connected and informed, while updated enrollment and recruitment materials made it easier to share the 4-H story with the community. Younger members explored science through hands-on activities like Cloverbud STEM workshops, and a new incentive program encouraged youth to get involved, try new experiences, and stay engaged. 4-H Staffing Updates In 2025–2026, Portage County 4-H experienced several staffing transitions that reflect both growth within our local program and strong connections to statewide leadership. Lisa Henriksen transitioned into the role of Associate 4-H Educator after seven years serving as 4-H support staff. During that time, she built meaningful relationships with youth, families, and volunteers while supporting the behind-the-scenes work that helped keep the program running strong. In 2026, Lisa concluded her service with Extension after many years of supporting Portage County 4-H. Recruitment is underway for a new 4-H Associate Educator who will continue supporting youth development and advancing programming opportunities for Portage County 4-H members and volunteers. At the same time, Amy Boelk transitioned from her role as Portage County 4-H Educator into a statewide leadership position as Wisconsin 4-H’s Career and College Readiness (CCR) Program Manager. While her focus will now be on developing and supporting CCR programming across Wisconsin, Amy will continue to be based in the Portage County Extension office. This continued local connection creates exciting opportunities to pilot innovative career and college readiness programs right here in Portage County. Emma Bouressa, Positive Youth Development & 4-H Educator Tomorrow River Voyagers Road Cleanup National Congress PoCo Delegates Page 19 of 52 13 With Amy’s transition, we are pleased to welcome Emma Bouressa as the new Portage County 4-H Educator, beginning June 2026. Emma joins UW Extension as the Portage County 4-H Educator with a background in environmental science and education. She has worked in both the non-profit and public sectors focusing on creating inclusive, hands-on learning experiences that help young people build confidence, leadership skills and a sense of belonging. Emma holds a Master of Science from the University of Wisconsin Madison in Conservation Biology and Sustainable Development, where she focused her research on grassland ecosystem management. Prior to joining Extension, Emma spent several years as a special education teacher, supporting students with diverse learning needs while collaborating closely with families to foster student success. Originally from Minnesota, Emma spent many summers exploring remote wilderness areas, experiences that deepened her appreciation for stewardship, lifelong learning, and working toward shared goals. Those experiences continue to shape her commitment to helping young people develop their own unique strengths and connections to their communities. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and three children and is currently logging countless hours in basketball gyms and at football games, cheering on her kids and embracing the busy seasons of family life. Moving Forward Looking ahead to 2026, Portage County 4-H is focused on continued growth and expanding opportunities for youth across the county. By strengthening relationships, collaborating, and building new connections within the community, the program aims to increase membership and bring more 4-H programming to additional locations and audiences. These efforts will support a strong and thriving program that gives more young people the chance to build skills, explore their interests, and grow into confident leaders prepared for the future. Please reach out with questions and visit our UW-Madison Extension Positive Youth Development website! https://extension.wisc.edu/positive-youth- development/ Emma Bouressa emma.bouressa@wisc.edu (715) 346-1320 Emma Bouressa, Positive Youth Development & 4-H Educator Carson Climbers Little Food Pantry Sunset Stars Amherst Holiday Parade Page 20 of 52 14 Staff Directory Support Staff & Master Gardener Denise Rocha denise.rocha@wisc.edu 715-346-1316 Department Head Area Extension Director Jen McNelly jennifer.mcnelly@wisc.edu 715-214-8913 Community Development Educator Katie Livernash katie.livernash@wisc.edu 715-346-1319 Human Development & Relationships Educator Alicia Utke alicia.utkebecher@wisc.edu 715-346-1321 Youth Development & 4H Educator Emma Bouressa emma.bouressa@wisc.edu 715-346-1320 Associate 4H Educator TBD To be hired Summer/Fall 2026 715-346-1462 Regional Livestock Educator Adam Hartfiel adam.hartfiel@wisc.edu 920-647-6560 Regional Crops & Soils Educator Karen Bender karen.bender@wisc.edu 920-745-8345 Page 21 of 52 15 Page 22 of 52 16 Page 23 of 52 July 2026 An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements. 4-H – Positive Youth Development Emma Bouressa, 4-H Youth Development Educator • A workshop for youth members enrolled in the Food Decorating project for 2025-2026 4-H year where attendees learned various decorating techniques from a professional guest baker to improve their skills, learn from experts and be able to apply these skills in their upcoming projects. Total Reach: 21 youth participants. (Amy Boelk, Emma Bouressa, Lisa Henriksen) • Portage County 4 -H youth members and volunteers participated in the annual Amherst Fair in July. Families, youth, and community members engaged in interactive educational activities, including showmanship events, speaking and demonstrations, crafts, and a scavenger hunt. Through these experiences, participants explored agricultural and community -focused topics while developing teamwork, communication, leadership, and social skills. • Portage County 4-H partnered with the Stevens Point Area School District to deliver a summer school series focused on ecology and outdoor education. Youth participated in hands-on learning activities exploring animal interactions and the relationships betw een living organisms and their environments. Through these experiences, participants strengthened their understanding of science concepts while building teamwork, active listening, communication, and positive peer interaction skills. Total Reach: 15 youth participants. (Juniper Rydberg, Emma Bouressa, Lisa Henrikson) • Portage County 4 -H continues to partner with the Boys & Girls Club through the ongoing Adventureland Series, led by our AmeriCorps member. The program emphasizes STEAM -based, hands-on educational experiences. Participants actively engaged in activities suc h as Bubblemania, Kaleidoscopes, and Rocket Racers, building skills in science, creativity, and problem-solving. Total Reach: 40 youth participants. (Juniper Rydberg, Emma Bouressa) • Portage County 4-H continues to partner with Emy J's The Vault to host community coffee nights featuring hands-on educational experiences for youth and families. Sessions covered a variety of topics, including plant care, decorating flower pots, the import ance of pollinators, creating wildflower seed bombs, food science exploration, and developing personalized recipe books. These activities encouraged learning, creativity, and community engagement. We teach, learn, lead and serve, connecting people with the University of Wisconsin, and engaging with them in transforming lives and communities. Page 24 of 52 July 2026 An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements. Agriculture Adam Hartfiel, Livestock Educator Karen Bender, Crops & Soils Educator • An event that included in -person demonstrations and interactive tabletop discussions during Farm Technology Days for beef producers – 6 sessions. These activities aimed to help participants gain awareness of management practices that influence the economic viability of their farms, including better understanding the impact of meat quality and yield grade on final saleable product. Other topics included animal health product handling and biosecurity. Total Reach: Interactions with over 250+ Farm Technology Days Attendees at the UW Extension Beef team display area and presentations. • A field day for diversified vegetable farmers where they learned about soil health, in field soil health observations, and practices to improve soil health to increase the adoption of soil health practices including reduced tillage and cover crops. Total Reach: 12 farmers and technical service providers (Emilee Gaulke, Gaonou Thao, Rue Genger, Steffen Mirsky) • An educational article for beef producers where the audience will learn about assessing hay storage losses to determine proper storage for dry hay. Total Reach: Circulation of The Wisconsin Agriculturist Magazine is 24,000 print subscribers. The Beef Colu mns also appear on the website and garner between 1,000 and 4,000 page views (it is different for every column) • Planning for a Community Resilience workshop for local government staff and officials in collaboration with Wisconsin's Green Fire. The goal is to engage participants in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary workshop, where they will learn about nature -based solutions and green infrastructure in an effort to reduce weather -related risks and costs and deliver multiple community benefits. (Katie Livernash, Amy Ebert, Janell Wehr, Kayla Rombalski) • A series of phone calls and farm visits in Adams, Green Lake, Waushara and Portage counties to address concerns brought up by livestock producers. This effort is designed to assist livestock producers in providing research based information for their use t o help improve and maintain economic viability for their operation. Total Reach: Calls to the office and farm visits totaled 15+ producers through phone calls, email, and on-farm visits • Developing an enterprise budget spreadsheet for beef producers to project a cost of production to finish beef animals over multiple production phases. The goal is for farmers to determine their cost of production to make informed management decisions for finishing cattle. • Deployment of Community Needs Assessment Survey: The survey Karen has developed to assess the needs of the community related to crops & soils programming is being dispersed throughout the programming area. There are both digital and print versions in use. Results will be collected over the next couple of months, and then analyzed to inform future programming needs. A digital version of the survey can be accessed at this link https://go.wisc.edu/1290kl or via the QR code to the right. Page 25 of 52 July 2026 An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements. Community & Economic Development Katie Livernash, Community Development Educator • Planning for a Community Resilience workshop for local government staff and officials in collaboration with Wisconsin's Green Fire. The goal is to engage participants in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary workshop, where they will learn about nature -based solutions and green infrastructure in an effort to reduce weather -related risks and costs and deliver multiple community benefits. • Extension is serving on the Zoning Ordinance Subcommittee to support Portage County as they undertake a comprehensive rewrite of their Zoning Ordinance. The goal of the rewritten code is that it will better reflect current land use practices, community values, and future growth objectives. Total Reach: 8 subcommittee members • Facilitating the Portage County Affordable Housing Coalition, a newly forming coalition for housing service providers in Portage County. Through increasing communication between and understanding of the various organizations across the county, as well as collaborating on various efforts through topic -based workgroups, the overall goal is to improve housing access and affordability in the Portage County area. Total Reach: about 25 participants per meeting • Partnering on a Wisconsin Partnership Program - Community Impact Grant (2025 -2027) with CAP Services, Inc. and the UW Center for Community and Non -Profit Studies to grow and improve CAP Services' housing repairs programming. A goal of this project is to im prove the accessibility and timeliness of their services in order to improve housing conditions for low to moderate income individuals and improve health equity in housing. • Increasing community capacity to address housing by developing a new non -profit organization (Central Wisconsin Community Land Trust) that will implement programming to address housing inequality so that residents of the Central Wisconsin Area will have in creased opportunities to access safe, stable and affordable housing. Total Reach: 7 board members, over 40 educational presentation attendees Human Development and Relationships Alicia Utke, HDR Educator • Educator Alicia Utke met with children and family serving community collaborators throughout Portage County. These collaborators included the Family Court Commissioner, CAP Services, WIC, Public Health, Aspirus, the Housing Authority, Boys & Girls Club, Y oungStar, University Child Learning and Care Center, Noble Community Clinic, and Portage County Public Library. These conversations strengthened connections between Extension and community organizations, increased understanding of local strengths, service gaps, and emerging family needs, and identified opportunities for collaboration to support parenting education, child development, and family well-being throughout the county. Page 26 of 52 July 2026 An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements. • Educator Alicia met with community collaborators focused on healthy aging and community well- being, including the Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC), Public Health, Aspirus, Noble Community Clinics, CAP Services, the Healthy Eating and Active Living (HEAL) Coalition, the Rural Community Connections Task Force, and the Age- Friendly Communities Commission. Through these conversations, Extension gained a deeper understanding of community strengths, barriers to healthy aging, the needs of caregivers and older adults, and opportunities for collaboration that support lifelong health, social connection, and independent living for Portage County residents. • A two-hour virtual COMET ™ (Changing Our Mental and Emotional Trajectory) mental wellness program was co -facilitated for agricultural service professionals, farmers, and rural community members. Participants learned active listening skills and strategies for having caring conversations with individuals who may be experiencing stress or other challenges before reaching a mental health crisis. The program encourages members of farming and rural communities to strengthen their noticing skills, support one anoth er through caring conversations, and foster stronger community connections. • A six-hour Early Childhood Education workshop was delivered at Fox Valley Technical College in Waupaca, with Portage County child care providers participating. The workshop was the culmination of a year -long curriculum development and planning effort to pr ovide research - based professional development for early childhood educators. Forty -five participants earned Wisconsin Registry credit for completing the training. This work was supported by a $150,000 Baldwin Wisconsin Idea Endowment grant. Planning is already underway to host the second year of training in Portage County on April 3, 2027. The workshop topic will be "Managing Challenging Behaviors." These workshops are offered in multiple locations across Wisconsin, and the curriculum will remain available to local early childhood educators through future continuing education opportunities. • Educator Alicia traveled to Shawano County to facilitate a workshop and maintain Care U certification. Although delivered in Shawano County, a CARE U workshop on aging and vision enabled Educator Alicia Utke to renew her facilitator certification during the transition to Portage County. Maintaining this certification allows Extension to offer CARE U workshops for local caregivers, direct care staff, and skilled care facilities. Available CARE U topics include aging and vision, dementia care, mobility, nutri tion and swallowing, person -centered care, pain management, and emergency preparedness. • A three-hour virtual Parents Forever program was offered to parents and caregivers experiencing separation, divorce, or changes in custody arrangements. Participants learned strategies to strengthen the parent -child relationship and improve communication w ith their co -parent. (Educator Alicia observed the program while Portage County families participated) • A three -hour virtual Parents Forever program was co -facilitated for parents and caregivers experiencing separation, divorce, or changes in custody arrangements. Participants learned strategies to strengthen the parent-child relationship and improve communication with their co- parent. The program is designed to support child well- being and reduce parental conflict during family transitions. Anyone may participate in the program, but most participants are families who are referred to the program by the Portag e County Family Court Commissioner in accordance with a state statute. Page 27 of 52 July 2026 An EEO/AA employer, University of Wisconsin-Madison Division of Extension provides equal opportunities in employment and programming, including Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements. Upcoming Programs • “Improving Community Resilience using Nature -based Solutions and Green Infrastructure” Workshop for local government staff and officials. September 3rd in Wausau. Registration is due by August 21st: https://tinyurl.com/NbS-workshop • “Renewable Energy Academy”, October 7th in Stevens Point. Link to more information and registration: RESET Events – Community Economic Development • Livestock: September 25th Parasite Patrol: Intestinal Parasite Workshop in Outagamie County. o 1-4:30pm, Osborn Town Hall, W3389 County Rd Ee, Seymour, WI 54165, United States o Link for Registration: https://go.wisc.edu/pp92526 Intestinal parasites in sheep and goats can significantly impact the health and performance of a flock or herd. From decreased production to a compromised immune system, sheep and goat owners of all types can struggle with high parasite loads • Livestock: A Waushara County workshop designed for beef producers to better understand what options are available when fall forage runs out; considerations for weaning calves, and pasture management topics will be discussed. o September 24th, 5:30-7:30, Stelter Farms o Free workshop, Registration and flyer to come • Livestock: A workshop focusing on meat quality and yield. This event is hosted by the University of Wisconsin -Madison Division of Extension, will be joined by the Wisconsin Beef Council and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture. Topics of discussion for the workshop include: Easy to Use Marketing Tools, Licensing and Labeling Requirements, “Meating” Consumer Expectations. o August 20th from 6 -8 at the Green Lake County Government Center o Please call or email the Green Lake County Extension Office to Register, Phone: 920 -294-4032, Email: adam_hartfiel@wisc.edu • Deployment of Community Needs Assessment Survey: The survey Karen has developed to assess the needs of the community related to crops & soils programming is being dispersed throughout the programming area. There are both digital and print versions in use. Results will be collected over the next couple of months, and then analyzed to inform future programming needs. A digital version of the survey can be accessed at this link https://go.wisc.edu/1290kl or via the QR code to the right. Page 28 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY MEETING MINUTES AGRICULTURE AND EXTENSION EDUCATION COMMITTEE PORTAGE COUNTY ANNEX ROOMS 1 & 2 1462 STRONGS AVENUE STEVENS POINT, WI 54481 Thursday, July 9, 2026 5:00 PM REMOTE ATTENDANCE & COMMENT To attend this meeting by telephone : dial +13126266799, after dialing the number you will then be asked to enter in a meeting number. Use the following meeting number: 949 1744 8227. You will then be asked to enter in a passcode. Use passcode: 961565. To attend this meeting by video: Click Here If prompted enter passcode: 961565. Page 1 of 2 CALL TO ORDER Committee Members enter Per Diem and Mileage The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee meeting was called to order at 5:00 pm. Members Present: Bob Gifford, Nancy Eggleson, Landon Elgersma, Matt Jacowski, David Wysocki Attending In-Person: Bob Gifford, Nancy Eggleson, Landon Elgersma, David Wysocki Attending Online: Matt Jacowski Members Excused: Members Absent: Staff Attending: Jen McNelly, Denise Rocha, Adam Hartfiel, Emma Bouressa, Alicia Utke, and Katie Livernash Others Attending: REPORTS 1. Review YTD Budget Report 2. Area Extension Director Report - Office Operations, Activities, and Updates • Associate 4-H Educator Vacancy 3. Educator Reports - Programming and Activities • Introduction of New Educators 4. Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48) PUBLIC NOTICE Members of the public who wish to address the Committee on specific agenda items must register their request at this time, with such comments subject to the public comment ordinance and the reasonable control of the Committee Chair as set forth in Robert’s Rules of Order. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 5. Review/approval of minutes from March 12, 2026 Page 29 of 52 Agriculture and Extension Education Committee Meeting Minutes July 9, 2026 Page 2 of 2 A motion was made by Supervisor Eggleston, seconded by Supervisor Gifford, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried by voice vote, with no opposing votes. 6. Review/approve minutes from May 14, 2026 A motion was made by Supervisor Elgersma, seconded by Supervisor Eggleston, to approve the minutes as presented. Motion carried by voice vote, with no opposing votes. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION 7. Possible workshop on regenerative agriculture with Portage County Land and Water Conservation Dept The committee discussed a possible workshop on regenerative agriculture with Portage County Land and Water Conservation Dept. 8. Support for UW-Extension application to Rural Transformation Grant to fund teams of Community Health Workers throughout Wisconsin. The committee discussed support for UW-Extension application to Rural Transformation Grant to fund teams of Community Health Workers throughout Wisconsin. NEXT MEETING DATE 9. August 13, 2026 ADJOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 5:36 pm by Chair Gifford Page 30 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 1 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Meals .00 TOTAL University Extension .00 Page 31 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 2 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11531000 UW - Administration 46770 UW Extension Fees 11531000 46770 UW Extensi -200.00 * Office supply reimbursements. 1.00 200.00 -200.00 The department collects this revenue from clients and organizations to reimburse expenses incurred in the office supply budget. TOTAL UW Extension Fees -200.00 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues 11531000 48900 Other Misc -5,500.00 * State Postage allocation. 2.00 2,214.50 -4,429.00 These funds are collected through postage allocation from UW-Madison Division of Extension. Miscellaneous postage and shipping 1.00 1,071.00 -1,071.00 reimbursements. These funds are collected from miscellaneous customers and Extension related associations to reimburse the cost of postage and shipping charges incurred on their behalf. It is offset by a line item in account 11531000-53130. TOTAL Other Miscellaneous Revenues -5,500.00 52210 Telephone 11531000 52210 Telephone 213.00 * 1.00 213.00 213.00 TOTAL Telephone 213.00 52480 Computer Services - County IT 11531000 52480 Computer S 31,985.00 * Data processing costs. 1.00 31,985.00 31,985.00 These funds are needed to pay monthly data processing costs to the Portage County IT Department. Page 32 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 3 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Computer Services - County IT 31,985.00 53100 Office Supplies 11531000 53100 Office Sup 1,408.00 * Office Supplies 1.00 1,408.00 1,408.00 These funds are needed for supplies to support the work of the office team. TOTAL Office Supplies 1,408.00 53130 Postage & Shipping 11531000 53130 Postage & 5,500.00 * Mailing and shipping costs. 1.00 4,429.00 4,429.00 These funds are needed to cover the department's mailing and shipping costs. These expenses are reimbursed through a postage allocation from UW-Madison Division of Extension and are offset by a line item in account 11531000-48900. Postage and shipping costs to be 1.00 1,071.00 1,071.00 reimbursed. Portage County Extension mails and ships items on behalf of other Extension related organizations which then reimburse the county for the expense. These funds are offset by a revenue line item in 11531000-48900. TOTAL Postage & Shipping 5,500.00 53140 Photocopying & Printing 11531000 53140 Photocopyi 176.00 * Photocopying and printing expenses. 1.00 176.00 176.00 These funds are needed for general printing and photocopying necessary for office administration and recordkeeping. TOTAL Photocopying & Printing 176.00 53207 Subscriptions 11531000 53207 Subscripti 100.00 * Subscriptions to local media sources. 1038 1.00 100.00 100.00 Subscriptions to local media sources to keep staff informed of local affairs. Page 33 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 4 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Subscriptions 100.00 53220 Advertising 11531000 53220 Advertisin 150.00 * Advertisements for local media. 548 1.00 150.00 150.00 The department is obligated to place advertisements in local media to inform the public of the Portage County Drainage District Commissioner position. TOTAL Advertising 150.00 53236 Training - Department 11531000 53236 Training - 600.00 * Training costs for Extension staff. 1.00 600.00 600.00 These funds cover costs associated with training and training materials for Extension staff. TOTAL Training - Department 600.00 53305 Mileage 11531000 53305 Mileage 300.00 * Travel expenses. 1.00 300.00 300.00 These funds reimburse staff for required travel for meetings, program support, and outreach to clients. TOTAL Mileage 300.00 53306 Meals 11531000 53306 Meals 50.00 * Meal expense on overnight stays. 1.00 50.00 50.00 These funds reimburse staff for meal expenses for overnight travel. TOTAL Meals 50.00 53310 Lodging 11531000 53310 Lodging 200.00 * Lodging expense for required staff 1.00 200.00 200.00 travel. These funds reimburse staff for hotel stays for required travel. Page 34 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 5 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Lodging 200.00 TOTAL UW - Administration 34,982.00 Page 35 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 6 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11531010 UW - Admin Educational Pgms 52210 Telephone 11531010 52210 Telephone 320.00 * 1.00 320.00 320.00 TOTAL Telephone 320.00 TOTAL UW - Admin Educational Pgms 320.00 Page 36 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 7 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11532000 UW - Agriculture Agent 52210 Telephone 11532000 52210 Telephone 107.00 * 1.00 107.00 107.00 TOTAL Telephone 107.00 52215 Cellular Services 11532000 52215 Cellular S 327.00 * 1.00 327.00 327.00 TOTAL Cellular Services 327.00 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 11532000 52595 UW Contrac 34,524.00 * Fee for county-based .25 Livestock and 1346 2.00 12,512.00 25,024.00 a .25 Crops & Soils Agriculture on Educator positions. These funds represent the flat fee cost of a .25 Livestock and a .25 Crops & Soils Agriculture Educator positions Agriculture per the contract with UW-Madison Division of Extension. Fee for Commercial Vegetable 1.00 7,000.00 7,000.00 Agriculture Water Quality Outreach Specialist. These funds represent Portage County's portion of a full-time regional Commercial Vegetable Agriculture Water Quality Outreach Specialist. Agriculture Extension Educator's share 2.00 1,250.00 2,500.00 of the contracted "First Educator Discount." A $10,000 credit is applied to the total contract for Extension Educator services. For county budgeting purposes, this has been divided equally among the four requested positions. Page 37 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 8 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL UW Contracted Services (State 34,524.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11532000 53412 Educationa 1,000.00 * Education materials for both 1.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 Agriculture Extension Educators' programming. These funds cover the cost of educational materials needed for the both Agriculture Extension Educators' programming. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 1,000.00 TOTAL UW - Agriculture Agent 35,958.00 Page 38 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 9 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11532010 UW - Ag Educational Pgms 46770 UW Extension Fees 11532010 46770 UW Extensi -4,005.00 * Pesticide Applicator Training fees. 1.00 1,000.00 -1,000.00 These fees are collected from UW Madison Division of Extension for the proctoring of pesticide applicator exams. Soil testing reimbursements 1.00 2,505.00 -2,505.00 These revenues are collected from clients who deliver soil samples to the Extension office for testing. Fees collected from special Ag 1.00 500.00 -500.00 educational programs. These fees are collected from clients who attend special Ag educational programs. These fees are offset by a line item in expense account 11532010-53412. TOTAL UW Extension Fees -4,005.00 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues 11532010 48900 Other Misc -350.00 * Ag/horticulture reimbursements 1.00 100.00 -100.00 These funds are reimbursements collected to offset printing and other supply costs for ag/horticulture program. Farm Record Books/Ag materials 1.00 250.00 -250.00 These are funds collected through the sale of farm record books and other ag materials. TOTAL Other Miscellaneous Revenues -350.00 52511 Laboratory Fees 11532010 52511 Laboratory 2,505.00 * Soil testing costs for clients. 1.00 2,505.00 2,505.00 These funds cover the cost of soil testing and are reimbursed to our department by clients through fees. Page 39 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 10 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Laboratory Fees 2,505.00 53140 Photocopying & Printing 11532010 53140 Photocopyi 151.00 * Agriculture educator printing (budgeted 1.00 151.00 151.00 by Finance Department) Agriculture educator printing (budgeted by Finance Department) TOTAL Photocopying & Printing 151.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11532010 53412 Educationa 1,850.00 * Educational materials for special Ag 1.00 500.00 500.00 educational programs. These funds are used to cover the cost of operating special Ag educational programs and are fully reimbursed by the participants through fees. Farm Record Books and other Ag 1.00 250.00 250.00 materials. These are funds collected through the sale of farm record books and other ag materials. Ag/Horticulture - Office/Outreach 1.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 Supplies These expenses are offset by funds received from UW-Madison Division of Extension for proctoring of pesticide applicator exams and are offset by a line item in account 11532010-46770. Ag/Hort - Office/Outreach Supplies 1.00 100.00 100.00 These expenses are offset by funds received from other miscellaneous revenues - Ag/Hort Reimbursement in account 11532010-48900. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 1,850.00 TOTAL UW - Ag Educational Pgms 151.00 Page 40 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 11 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11533000 UW - Resource Agent 52210 Telephone 11533000 52210 Telephone 107.00 * 1.00 107.00 107.00 TOTAL Telephone 107.00 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 11533000 52595 UW Contrac 47,545.00 * Fee for county-based Community 1346 1.00 50,045.00 50,045.00 Development Educator position. These funds represent the flat fee cost of a full-time Community Development Educator position. Communities Extension Educator's share 1.00 2,500.00 -2,500.00 of the contracted "First Position Discount." A $10,000 credit is applied to the total contract for Extension Educator services. For county budgeting purposes, this has been divided equally among the four requested positions. TOTAL UW Contracted Services (State 47,545.00 53230 Conference & Reg(In State) 11533000 53230 Conference 828.00 * In-state conference and registration 1.00 828.00 828.00 fees for the Communities Extension Educator. These funds are necessary for covering the in-state conference and registration fees of the Communities Extension Educator when required to attend for program support or professional development. TOTAL Conference & Reg(In State) 828.00 53236 Training - Department 11533000 53236 Training - 300.00 * Department training costs for the 1.00 300.00 300.00 Communities Extension Educator. These funds are needed to support departmental training and professional development for the Communities Page 41 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 12 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department Extension Educator. TOTAL Training - Department 300.00 53305 Mileage 11533000 53305 Mileage 1,500.00 * Travel expenses for the Communities 1683 1.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 Extension Educator. These funds reimburse the Communities Extension Educator for necessary travel to conferences, events, and client oureach. TOTAL Mileage 1,500.00 53310 Lodging 11533000 53310 Lodging 500.00 * Lodging reimbursements for the 1.00 500.00 500.00 Communities Extension Educator. These funds are needed to reimburse the Communities Extension Educator for lodging costs when attending conferences or events for program activities or professional development. TOTAL Lodging 500.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11533000 53412 Educationa 1,000.00 * Educational materials and supplies for 1.00 1,000.00 1,000.00 the Community Development Educator. These funds are needed for the Community Development Educator to purchase educational materials for area programming. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 1,000.00 TOTAL UW - Resource Agent 51,780.00 Page 42 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 13 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11533010 UW - Resrce Educational Pgms 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues 11533010 48900 Other Misc -3,000.00 * Funds generated through work with local 1.00 3,000.00 -3,000.00 organizations. These funds are generated through grants by local organizations and are needed for the Communities Extension Educator to purchase educational materials for area programming and are expensed through line item 11533010 53412. TOTAL Other Miscellaneous Revenues -3,000.00 53140 Photocopying & Printing 11533010 53140 Photocopyi 138.00 * Photocopying and printing expenses for 1.00 138.00 138.00 the Communities Extension Educator. These funds are necessary for the Communities Extension Educator's office administration and record keeping. TOTAL Photocopying & Printing 138.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11533010 53412 Educationa 3,000.00 * Educational materials and supplies for 1.00 3,000.00 3,000.00 the Communities Extension Educator. These funds are needed for the Communities Extension Educator to purchase educational materials for area programming and are offset by revenue line 11533010 48900. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 3,000.00 TOTAL UW - Resrce Educational Pgms 138.00 Page 43 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 14 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11534000 UW - 4-H Agent 52210 Telephone 11534000 52210 Telephone 107.00 * 1.00 107.00 107.00 TOTAL Telephone 107.00 52482 Computer Services - Other IT S 11534000 52482 Computer S 550.00 * Additional technology services for the 1346 1.00 550.00 550.00 4-H Youth Development program. These funds are needed to cover the support and maintenance cost of the 4-H database software, which is licensed through a contract with the University of Wisconsin-Extension. TOTAL Computer Services - Other IT S 550.00 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 11534000 52595 UW Contrac 117,545.00 * Fee for county-based 4-H Youth & 1346 1.00 50,045.00 50,045.00 Families Educator. These funds represent the flat fee cost of a full-time 4-H Youth & Families Educator. 4-H Youth & Families Educator's share 1.00 2,500.00 -2,500.00 of the contracted "First Position Discount." A $10,000 credit is applied to the total contract for Extension Educator services. For county budgeting purposes, this has been divided equally among the four requested positions. Fee for county-based 4-H Youth & 1.00 67,500.00 67,500.00 Families Associate Educator. These funds represent the flat fee cost of a full-time 4-H Youth & Families Associate Educator. Fee for Summer 4-H Americorps Intern. 1.00 2,500.00 2,500.00 These funds represent the flat fee cost for a Summer 4-H Americorps Intern Page 44 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 15 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL UW Contracted Services (State 117,545.00 53230 Conference & Reg(In State) 11534000 53230 Conference 500.00 * Conference and registration fees for 1.00 500.00 500.00 the 4-H Youth & Families Educator. These funds are needed to cover the registration costs of the 4-H Youth & Families Educator's conferences and events related to 4-H programming and professional development. TOTAL Conference & Reg(In State) 500.00 53236 Training - Department 11534000 53236 Training - 187.00 * Department training costs for the Youth 1.00 187.00 187.00 Development Extension Educator. Training costs for the Youth Development Extension Educator. These funds cover costs associated with necessary training for the Youth Development Extension Educator. TOTAL Training - Department 187.00 53305 Mileage 11534000 53305 Mileage 500.00 * Travel and meal expenses for the 4-H 1.00 500.00 500.00 Youth & Families Educator. These funds are needed to reimburse the 4-H Youth & Families Educator for travel and meal costs related to 4-H programming and professional development. TOTAL Mileage 500.00 53310 Lodging 11534000 53310 Lodging 200.00 * Lodging for the 4-H Youth & Families 1.00 200.00 200.00 Educator. These funds are needed to reimburse the 4-H Youth & Families Educator for lodging costs when attending conferences or events for professional development or 4-H. Page 45 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 16 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Lodging 200.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11534000 53412 Educationa 4,105.00 * Educational materials and supplies for 1.00 4,105.00 4,105.00 the 4-H Youth & Families Educator. These funds are needed for educational materials and supplies in support of 4-H Youth Development programming. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 4,105.00 TOTAL UW - 4-H Agent 123,694.00 Page 46 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 17 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11534010 UW - 4-H Educational Pgms 46770 UW Extension Fees 11534010 46770 UW Extensi -5,000.00 * Funds generated through work with local 1.00 5,000.00 -5,000.00 organizations. These funds are generated through grants, program fees or organizations and are needed for the 4-H educator to purchase education materials for area programming and are through line item 11534010 53412. TOTAL UW Extension Fees -5,000.00 48500 Donations/Contributions from P 11534010 48500 Donations/ -2,500.00 * Master Gardener Grant 1.00 500.00 -500.00 Grant dollars from Portage County Master Gardener Association for 4-H programming. Livestock Conservancy Heritage 1.00 2,000.00 -2,000.00 Microgrant Grant dollars from the Livestock Conservancy for agriculture programming within 4-H. TOTAL Donations/Contributions from P -2,500.00 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues 11534010 48900 Other Misc -2,000.00 * 4-H Leader Reimbursements. 1.00 2,000.00 -2,000.00 These funds are collected from the Portage County 4-H Leaders Association as reimbursement for all educational materials, printing, banquet and camp expenses, and project literature purchased by the Extension office for 4-H youth. It is balanced by an expense line item under 11534010-53412. Page 47 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 18 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Other Miscellaneous Revenues -2,000.00 53140 Photocopying & Printing 11534010 53140 Photocopyi 844.00 * Photocopying and printing for the 4-H 1.00 844.00 844.00 Youth & Families Extension Educator. Photocopying and printing necessary for the 4-H Youth & Families Extension Educator's office administration, recordkeeping, and 4-H programming. TOTAL Photocopying & Printing 844.00 53410 Program Supplies 11534010 53410 Program Su 5,000.00 * Program supplies for the 4-H educator. 1.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 These funds are needed for the 4-H Educator to purchase education materials for area programming and are offset revenue line 11533010 46770. TOTAL Program Supplies 5,000.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11534010 53412 Educationa 4,500.00 * Reimbursed funds for 4-H programs. 1.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 These funds are used to purchase the 4-H educational materials, project literature, and camp and banquets expenses necessary for the department's 4-H Youth Development program, and are reimbursed in their entirety by the 4-H Leaders Association. This expense is offset by a revenue line item in account 11534010-48900. Livestock Conversancy Heritage 1.00 2,000.00 2,000.00 Immigrant These funds are used to purchase educational supplies to support 4-H agriculture programs. These expenses are funded through a grant by the Livestock Conversancy and are offset by revenue line item 11534010-48500. Master Gardener Grant Expenses 1.00 500.00 500.00 These funds are used to purchase educational supplies to support 4-H garden programs. These expenses are funded through a grant by the Master Gardeners and are offset by revenue Page 48 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 19 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department line item 11534010-48900. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 4,500.00 TOTAL UW - 4-H Educational Pgms 844.00 Page 49 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 20 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11535000 UW - Family Living Agent 52210 Telephone 11535000 52210 Telephone 107.00 * 1.00 107.00 107.00 TOTAL Telephone 107.00 52595 UW Contracted Services (State 11535000 52595 UW Contrac 47,545.00 * Fee for county-based Family Development 1411 1.00 50,045.00 50,045.00 & Relationships Educator. These funds represent the flat fee cost of a full-time Family Development & Relationships Educator. Youth & Families Educator's share of 1.00 2,500.00 -2,500.00 the contracted "First Position Discount. " A $10,000 credit is applied to the total contract for Extension Educator services. For county budgeting purposes, this has been divided equally among the four requested positions. TOTAL UW Contracted Services (State 47,545.00 53230 Conference & Reg(In State) 11535000 53230 Conference 828.00 * Registration fees for in-state 1.00 828.00 828.00 conferences and events for the Youth & Families Educator. These funds are needed to cover registration costs of required in-state conferences and events for the Youth & Families Educator. TOTAL Conference & Reg(In State) 828.00 53236 Training - Department 11535000 53236 Training - 300.00 * Departmental training costs for the 1.00 300.00 300.00 Youth & Families Educator. These funds are needed to cover training and training resource costs for the Youth & Families Educator. Page 50 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 21 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department TOTAL Training - Department 300.00 53305 Mileage 11535000 53305 Mileage 1,500.00 * Required travel for the Youth & 1411 1.00 1,500.00 1,500.00 Families Educator. These funds reimburse the Youth & Families Educator for travel costs when attending programs, events, or outreach to clients. TOTAL Mileage 1,500.00 53310 Lodging 11535000 53310 Lodging 500.00 * Lodging reimbursements for the Youth & 1.00 500.00 500.00 Families Educator. These funds reimburse the Youth & Families Educator for expenses related to lodging when attending a professional conference, program, or event. TOTAL Lodging 500.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11535000 53412 Educationa 2,364.00 * Educational materials and supply costs 1.00 2,364.00 2,364.00 for the Human Development & Relationships Educator. These funds are needed to cover the cost of educational materials and supplies for the Human Development & Relationships Educator. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 2,364.00 TOTAL UW - Family Living Agent 53,144.00 Page 51 of 52 PORTAGE COUNTY, WI NEXT YEAR BUDGET DETAIL REPORT Report generated: 08/04/2026 14:09 User: rochad Program ID: bgnyrpts Page 22 PROJECTION: 20271 2027 Countywide Budget ACCOUNTS FOR: General VENDOR QUANTITY UNIT COST 2027 Department 11535010 UW - Fam Liv Educational Pgms 48900 Other Miscellaneous Revenues 11535010 48900 Other Misc -5,000.00 * Fees collected from clients for family 1.00 5,000.00 -5,000.00 living workshops. These fees are collected to partially reimburse the county for family living educational programs. TOTAL Other Miscellaneous Revenues -5,000.00 53140 Photocopying & Printing 11535010 53140 Photocopyi 796.00 * Photocopying and printing costs for the 6 1.00 796.00 796.00 Youth & Families Extension Educator. Photocopying and printing are necessary for the Youth & Families Extension Educator's programming, office administration and recordkeeping, financial wellness educational or HCE materials, and Youth & Families Education workshops. TOTAL Photocopying & Printing 796.00 53412 Educational Materials/Supplies 11535010 53412 Educationa 5,000.00 * Materials and supply costs for family 1.00 5,000.00 5,000.00 living workshops. These funds are needed to cover the cost of educational materials and supplies for family living educational programs. TOTAL Educational Materials/Supplies 5,000.00 TOTAL UW - Fam Liv Educational Pgms 796.00 TOTAL General 301,807.00 TOTAL REVENUE -27,555.00 TOTAL EXPENSE 329,362.00 GRAND TOTAL 301,807.00 ** END OF REPORT - Generated by Worzalla-Rocha, Denise ** Page 52 of 52