20260818 CB Agenda Packet

Beth A. Leary, County Clerk 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014 Office: (920) 849-1458 | Toll Free: (833) 620-2730 Fax: (920) 849-1469 Email: beth.leary@calumetcounty.gov County Board Agenda DATE: Tuesday, August 18, 2026 TIME: 6:00 PM PLACE: Room 019 - County Board Room, Calumet County Courthouse TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CALUMET COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: The County Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin, will meet pursuant to Section 59 of the Wisconsin Statutes in an adjourned session at the Courthouse in the County Board Room - 019 to transact any and all business as may properly come before said meeting. You, as a member, are requested to be present. Page 1. ROLL CALL 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 4 - 5 4.1. County Board - 16 Jun 2026 - Minutes - Pdf 5. COMMUNICATIONS 6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION 7. SPECIAL BUSINESS Page 1 of 18 Joanne Metzen, Director of Special Education, will present information on the Calumet County Special Education Program. 8. RESOLUTIONS 6 - 7 8.1. RESOLUTION 2026-11 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY COALITION ASSESSMENT GRANT 20260818 RES 2026-11 Amending 2026 Budget for the US Environmental Protection Agency Coalition Assessment Grant 8 - 9 8.2. RESOLUTION 2026–12 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE REPAIR OF THE REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM AT CALUMET COUNTY PARK 20260818 RES 2026-12 Amending 2026 Budget - Reverse Osmosis System Repair 10 - 11 8.3. RESOLUTION 2026-13 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES TO THE RURAL FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM IN CALUMET COUNTY 20260818 RES 2026-13 Approving Changes to Rural Functional Classification System 12 - 13 8.4. RESOLUTION 2026-14 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLEAN BOATS CLEAN WATERS APPLICATION FOR CALUMET COUNTY 20260818 RES 2026-14 Clean Boats Clean Waters Application 9. SUPERVISOR REPORTS Supervisors' Reports of Meetings and Seminars attended 10. COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT & APPOINTMENTS 14 - 18 10.1. Monthly Report 20260818 County Administrator's Report 10.2. Appointment to Fox Valley Workforce Development Board. Recommend the appointment of Sara Cardinal to fill the vacancy on the Fox Valley Workforce Development Board. The term will expire 6/30/29. 11. NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE September 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM 12. CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NEXT BOARD Page 2 of 18 MEETING 13. ADJOURNMENT So as not to disturb the meeting, all cell phones should be placed on vibrate, and all calls should be taken outside the meeting room. Any person wishing to attend who, because of a disability, requires special accommodations, should contact the County Clerk at 920-849-1458 at least 24 hours before the scheduled meeting time so appropriate arrangements can be made. Page 3 of 18 County Board Meeting Minutes Tuesday, June 16, 2026 The County Board of Calumet County was called to order on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM by Chair Connors. 1 ROLL CALL Supervisors Present: Budde, Connors, Dietrich, Elliott, Kesler, Kolb, Laughrin, Lowey, Machesky, McCann, Mueller, Schwalenberg, Voight and Wayne. Supervisors Excused: Breeden, Cleveland, Hofberger, LaTour, Stier, Stuckmann and Thunes. Staff and Others present: Todd Romenesko, County Administrator; Cheryl Heller, Deputy County Clerk; Tristan Vukosich, Network Technician; Jim Messer, Desktop Support Specialist; and Kevin Fischer, Zoning Board of Adjustment Chair. 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3 APPROVAL OF AGENDA Moved by Supervisor Mueller and seconded by Supervisor Elliott to approve the agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 4 APPROVAL OF MINUTES Moved by Supervisor Dietrich and seconded by Supervisor McCann to approve the minutes of the May 19, 2026 County Board meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. 5 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Zoning Board of Adjustment Chair, Kevin Fischer, addressed the Board to give accolades to Deb Reinhart and Jon Cousins for their dedication and commitment during their many years of service to the Zoning Board of Adjustment. 6 SPECIAL BUSINESS 6a. Chris Meuer, Director of Planning, Zoning and Land Information presented "Data Centers and Land Use Impacts." A copy of the PowerPoint presentation is in the file. It can be reviewed at the County Clerk's office. 6b. Todd Romenesko, County Administrator, presented "How county finances shape Wisconsin human services - and what we do about it." A copy of the PowerPoint presentation is in the file. It can be reviewed at the County Clerk's office. 7 SUPERVISOR REPORTS Supervisor Mueller expressed sincere thanks to the County Veterans Service Office staff and all County Supervisors for the support he's received after the passing of his wife. Page 1 of 2 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 4 of 18 8 COUNTY ADMINISTRATORS REPORT & APPOINTMENTS 8a. County Administrator's Report - provided with the County Board packet. 8b. Moved by Supervisor Schwalenberg and seconded by Supervisor Machesky to approve the following appointments:  Jody Schwarz to fill the vacancy on the Brillion Library Board whose term will expire 7/1/2027;  Kevin Fischer, to the Zoning Board of Adjustments. whose term will expire on 6/30/2029;  Lynetta Mahlberg to the Zoning Board of Adjustment whose term will expire 6/30/2029 The appointments passed unanimously. 9 NEXT REGULAR MEETING DATE July 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM 10 CONSIDERATION OF ADDITIONAL AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE NEXT BOARD MEETING No items were brought for consideration. 11 ADJOURNMENT Chair Connors adjourned the meeting at 7:45 PM. State of Wisconsin) Calumet County) I, Cheryl Heller, do hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct record of proceedings of the County Board Meeting. /s/ Cheryl Heller, Calumet County Deputy Clerk Page 2 of 2 AGENDA ITEM #4.1. Page 5 of 18 RESOLUTION 2026-11 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY COALITION ASSESSMENT GRANT To the Honorable Chair and Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin: WHEREAS, the Economic Development Department has been selected for a $1,500,000.00 Coalition Assessment Grant from the United States Environmental Protection Agency in conjunction with coalition partners Outagamie County and Fox Cities Greenways, which goes through September 30, 2030; and WHEREAS, the grant will pay 100% of the expenses incurred to support the Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments and other site investigation work, site inventory and prioritization, the development of cleanup plans, and other redevelopment planning activities. The assessment work is expected to focus primarily on brownfield sites within Calumet County and Outagamie County; and WHEREAS, the selection for the Coalition Assessment Grant was received after the approval of the County’s 2026 budget. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Supervisors authorizes the Finance Director to increase expenditures by $300,000.00 and revenues by $300,000.00 in the Economic Development Department 2026 budget to reflect this amendment. Dated this 18th day of August 2026. INTRODUCED BY THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES COMMITTEE ______________________________________ Ronald Dietrich, Chair ______________________________________ Pete Stier Matthew Budde Ty Stuckmann AGENDA ITEM #8.1. RESOLUTION 2026-11 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE UNITED ST... Page 6 of 18 Mary Schwalenberg Pat LaTour Mike Hofberger COUNTERSIGNED BY Alice Connors, County Board Chair AGENDA ITEM #8.1. RESOLUTION 2026-11 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE UNITED ST... Page 7 of 18 RESOLUTION 2026–12 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE REPAIR OF THE REVERSE OSMOSIS SYSTEM AT CALUMET COUNTY PARK To the Honorable Chair and Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin: WHEREAS, Calumet County Park is located north of Stockbridge on the east shore of Lake Winnebago. This 233-acre site is one of the largest county parks in East Central Wisconsin. Along with Lake Winnebago, the forested hillsides, and uplands of the Niagara Escarpment, the site features Indian effigy mounds which are listed on the State and National Register of Historical Places, and a post-Civil War brickyard. The park provides opportunities for year- round recreational activities for 250,000 annual park visitors. The facilities include a lake-side picnic area, playground equipment, 82 camp sites total (consisting of 32 with water and electric, 43 with electric, 5 nonelectric, and 2 camping cabins), a modern boat launch facility, winter access to the lake, a tube hill, a sled hill, hiking, brindle and mountain bike trails, and cross-country ski trails. The trails take park visitors up to the Niagara Escarpment through mature deciduous forests and upland fields; and WHEREAS, all drinking water at Calumet County Park must be treated by two commercial reverse osmosis (R.O.) plants prior to being distributed in the park; and WHEREAS, several components of the R.O. plant have failed prematurely and need immediate replacement to prevent the plants from shutting down; and WHEREAS, the cost to replace the required components is estimated at $28,000; and WHEREAS, sales tax collections for Calumet County exceeded the 2025 budget by over $358,000; and WHEREAS, sales tax collections for Calumet County are projected to exceed the 2026 budget by approximately $500,000; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Board of Supervisors authorizes the County Administrator to use $28,000 of the undesignated sales tax funds to increase the Parks Department's Capital Improvement account. Dated this 18th day of August 2026. INTRODUCED BY THE ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES COMMITTEE ______________________________________ Ronald Dietrich, Chair ______________________________________ Pete Stier AGENDA ITEM #8.2. RESOLUTION 2026–12 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE REPAIR OF... Page 8 of 18 Matthew Budde Ty Stuckmann Mary Schwalenberg Pat LaTour Mike Hofberger AND THE PARKS COMMISSION Mary Schwalenberg, Chair Pete Stier Paul McCann Kathleen Thunes Pat LaTour COUNTERSIGNED BY ___________________________________ Alice Connors, County Board Chair AGENDA ITEM #8.2. RESOLUTION 2026–12 RESOLUTION AMENDING THE 2026 BUDGET FOR THE REPAIR OF... Page 9 of 18 RESOLUTION 2026-13 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES TO THE RURAL FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM IN CALUMET COUNTY To the Honorable Chair and Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin: WHEREAS, functional classification is the method by which roads and streets are categorized based on the levels of mobility and access they provide; and WHEREAS, functional classification categories are separate for Urban and Rural areas; and WHEREAS, geographic areas not within a designated Urban area are designated as Rural; and WHEREAS, Rural areas, for the purposes of functional classification, are defined by county; and WHEREAS, functional classification of a road or street has a bearing on federal transportation funding eligibility, and WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) have developed guidance for functional classification of roads and streets; and WHEREAS, WisDOT periodically reviews and makes updates to the functional classification system of roads and streets throughout the state; and WHEREAS, these recommended functional classification changes were developed through joint review by County officials and WisDOT planning staff; and WHEREAS, these recommended changes have been reviewed by the Calumet County Highway Committee; and WHEREAS, documents showing the recommended functional classification changes are attached; and WHEREAS, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation will, after local approval of the recommended functional classification changes, approve the changes and submit them to FHWA for final approval; and WHEREAS, the approved final functional classification map will be made available to Calumet County after FHWA final approval; and WHEREAS, the new functional classifications will supersede the existing functional classifications in Calumet County; AGENDA ITEM #8.3. RESOLUTION 2026-13 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES TO THE RURAL FUNCTIONAL ... Page 10 of 18 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Calumet County Highway Committee and County Board hereby approve all recommended functional classifications. Dated this 18th day of August 2026. INTRODUCED BY THE HIGHWAY COMMITTEE ________________________________________ Matthew Budde, Chair ________________________________________ Kathleen Thunes ________________________________________ Ronald Dietrich ________________________________________ Joe Mueller ________________________________________ Ty Stuckmann COUNTERSIGNED BY ________________________________________ Alice Connors, County Board Chair AGENDA ITEM #8.3. RESOLUTION 2026-13 RESOLUTION APPROVING CHANGES TO THE RURAL FUNCTIONAL ... Page 11 of 18 RESOLUTION 2026-14 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLEAN BOATS CLEAN WATERS APPLICATION FOR CALUMET COUNTY To the Honorable Chair and Board of Supervisors of Calumet County, Wisconsin: WHEREAS, Calumet County's surface waters are an important resource used by the public for recreation, enjoyment and natural beauty, and WHEREAS, Calumet County recognizes that surface waters contribute significantly to the overall quality of life of residents and visitors, and WHEREAS, Calumet County recognizes that aquatic invasive species pose a significant threat to the overall water quality and recreational opportunities of surface waters, and WHEREAS, Calumet County, as an aggressive and concerned entity, has demonstrated that it is qualified to carry out the responsibilities of aquatic invasive species projects, and WHEREAS, Calumet County recognizes the importance of education and outreach when combating the spread of aquatic invasive species, and WHEREAS, Calumet County is interested in obtaining a cost-share grant from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for the purpose of aquatic invasive species control (through the Clean Boats Clean Waters Program), and; WHEREAS, the applicant attests to the validity and veracity of the statements and representations contained in the grant application; WHEREAS, a grant agreement is requested to carry out the project; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Calumet County has budgeted a sum sufficient to fully and satisfactorily complete the project and hereby authorizes and empowers the following officials or employees to submit the following documents to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for financial assistance that may be available: Task Title of Authorized Representative Sign and submit a grant application County Administrator Enter into a grant agreement with the DNR County Administrator AGENDA ITEM #8.4. RESOLUTION 2026-14 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLEAN BOATS CLEAN WATERS APPLI... Page 12 of 18 Take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete the approved project and bind the applicant County Conservationist Submit quarterly and/or final reports to the DNR to satisfy the grant agreement, as appropriate County Conservationist Submit reimbursement request(s) to the DNR no later than the date specified in the grant agreement County Conservationist Sign and submit other necessary documents County Administrator BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Calumet County will comply with all local, state and federal rules, regulations and ordinances relating to this project and the cost-share agreement. Dated this 18th day of August 2026. INTRODUCED BY THE LAND & WATER CONSERVATION COMMITTEE ____________________________________ Mike Hofberger, Chair ____________________________________ Nicholas Kesler ____________________________________ James Lowey ____________________________________ Paul McCann ____________________________________ Jake Wayne Countersigned by ____________________________________ Alice Connors, County Board Chair AGENDA ITEM #8.4. RESOLUTION 2026-14 RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CLEAN BOATS CLEAN WATERS APPLI... Page 13 of 18 Todd M. Romenesko, County Administrator 206 Court Street, Chilton, WI 53014 Office: (920) 849-1448 Toll Free: (833) 620-2730 Fax: (920) 849-1620 Email: county.admin@calumetcounty.org Department of Administration www.calumetcounty.org County Administrator’s Report August 2026 Hiring Update – August 6, 2026 Sourcing/Accepting Applications (Open until filled, unless noted):  Full-time/Part-time:    Calumet County School Psychologist   Family Support Worker   HHC/Hospice RN   Paraprofessional (New Holstein High School EBD)   Park Maintenance Technician   Senior Accountant (HHSD) – 8/21/2026   Speech Language Pathologist (New Holstein School District) – 8/25/2026    Casual/Limited-Term:   Calumet County School Psychologist (.5 FTE)   HHC/Hospice RN (Casual)   HHC/Hospice RN (Part-Time)   Highway Maintenance Technician    Meal Site Manager    Paraprofessional (PT) (New Holstein Early Childhood)   Supportive Home Care Assistant    Supportive Home Care Worker    Van Driver   Hired:   Full-time/Part-time Hires:      Administrative Assistant (HHSD) (2) – 7/13 & 7/27/26   Administrative Assistant (Special Education) – 8/17/26   Calumet County School Psychologists (3) – 8/18/26   Correctional Officer (Male) – 8/11/26   Economic Support Specialist (Internal) – 7/27/26   HHC/Hospice LPN – 7/13/26   Investigator (Internal) – 8/23/26   Land Resource Specialist – 7/13/26   Mental Health Program Coordinator – 8/3/26   Recruit Officer (Internal) – 8/2/26  AGENDA ITEM #10.1. Monthly Report Page 14 of 18  Soil Health Specialist/Agricultural Educator – 8/11/26   Special Education Teacher (Brillion Early Childhood) – 8/18/26   Special Education Teacher (Brillion HS ID) – 8/18/26   Special Education Teacher (Chilton HS EBD) – 8/18/26   Special Education Teacher (New Holstein Early Childhood) – 8/18/26   Special Education Teacher (New Holstein HS EBD) – 8/18/26  Casual/LTE Hires:      Correctional Officer (Female) – 6/9/26   Park Building Attendant (2) - 7/24 & 7/28/26   Ranger/Maintenance Worker (2) – 7/6/26   Supportive Home Care Assistant – 7/20/26   Supportive Home Care Worker – 7/9/26   Transport Officer – 7/20 & 7/31/26  Milestone Work Anniversaries (April – June)      Years Worked     Employee Name      Department      30 Susan Vanne  Sheriff’s Office 25  Andrew Hess Planning & Zoning Department 15  Chad Hederer Sheriff’s Office 15  Louise Marum Parks Department 15  Paula Piper Department of Health & Human Services 10  Benjamin Pomeroy Parks Department 10   Kelly Tasch Department of Health & Human Services 5  Clara Cohen Department of Health & Human Services 5  Douglas Depies Planning & Zoning Department 5  Lexie Lau Highway Department 3  Michele Brickl Sheriff’s Office 3  Daisy Delcid Department of Health & Human Services   3  Amanda Mohrbacher Department of Administration 3  Fredrick Sense Department of Administration 3  Tristan Vukosich Information Technologies Department 1 Kaitlin Armbruster Sheriff’s Office 1  Nathan Beatty Sheriff’s Office 1 Crystal Champeau Department of Health & Human Services 1  Kolton Davidson Department of Health & Human Services 1 Josephine Dewane Department of Health & Human Services 1 Kelsey Hagan Land & Water Conservation Department AGENDA ITEM #10.1. Monthly Report Page 15 of 18 1 Joseph Prange Highway Department 1 Michael Stoegbauer Finance Department 1 Madelyn Stumpf Clerk of Courts Calumet County Hospice Celebrates 50 Years In 2026, Calumet County Home Health Care (HHC) and Hospice proudly marks 50 years of serving residents throughout Calumet County and surrounding communities. Since opening its doors in 1976, the county-operated agency has been dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality, patient-centered care that helps individuals recover from illness, manage chronic conditions, and receive end-of-life care in the comfort and familiarity of their own homes. Read the full article to learn more about the people, history, and commitment behind five decades of caring for our community. Legal Update-Court of Appeals Upholds Act 10 The Wisconsin Court of Appeals has reversed a 2024 Dane County Circuit Court decision that found portions of Act 10 unconstitutional. The court ruled that the law's distinction between different groups of municipal employees has a rational legal basis and does not violate the Wisconsin Constitution. There is no immediate impact for counties or other local governments. Because the lower court's ruling was stayed during the appeal, Act 10 has remained in effect throughout the case and will continue to do so. The plaintiffs may petition the Wisconsin Supreme Court to review the decision. Until any further action is taken, counties should continue operating under Act 10 as they have for the past 15 years. Ozaukee County Distribution Interconnection Project Update Attached are informational resources related to the Ozaukee County Distribution Interconnection Project. As additional information and resources become available, we will continue to share them. • American Transmission Company (ATC) Project Information • Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSC) Case Information Currently, the Public Service Commission unanimously revoked the previous completeness determination and deemed the application incomplete due to changes made to the project. This decision does not constitute a denial of the project. The American Transmission Company (ATC) may submit a new application seeking a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN), which would restart the review process. For more information, check out the complete article here. Phase 2 – 2 nd Floor Courthouse Remodel Project Update • Design Kueny Architects has completed the schematic design and design development phase of the project. They are now working on construction documents and have provided 50% drawings for review. Construction documents take the approved design from the previous stage and develop construction-ready documents that will be released for bid with specifications and other relevant information. Design is on schedule, and the planned bid release date of October 6, 2026, is still on target. • Planning The Preconstruction Planning Team, including staff from Administration, Health and Human Services, Maintenance, and Information Technology, continues to meet regularly. The team is reviewing a wide range of factors that will affect courthouse operations during construction, including parking and building access for staff and clients, staff workspace AGENDA ITEM #10.1. Monthly Report Page 16 of 18 needs, technology requirements, office furniture moves, and communication. Tasks are assigned to team members, and progress is reviewed at subsequent meetings. The team will continue meeting biweekly to help ensure these issues are addressed before and during construction. New Payroll System Live • The County’s new payroll system went live on July 1, transitioning from our legacy system (Naviline) to our new system (Tyler ERP). Although staff and board members noticed subtle changes, such as the delivery method and the look and feel of their pay stubs, a much more complicated process was underway behind the scenes. The new system required the configuration of multiple aspects of payroll, including: o 587 pay types, 486 positions, 189 jobs o 46 grades, 11 steps, premium pays, and allowances o At least five separate payrolls per month (bi-weekly, semi-monthly, monthly) o Varying levels of employment (Full-time, .5 FTE, .8 FTE) Now that the new system is installed, Calumet County will realize the following benefits: o Integration with Tyler ERP Financials o Elimination of legacy program and system architecture o Reduction in manual processes - Elimination of paper o Increased efficiency for staff and payroll o Employee Access - Empower employees with their data Special thanks to Human Resources, Finance, and Information Technology staff’s hard work and determination on this project. Calumet County led coalition selected for $1.5M EPA Assessment Grant Calumet County has been selected as one of only 9 communities in Wisconsin to receive one of 11 US EPA grants totaling $13.4 million. The Calumet County 2026 Brownfield Coalition Assessment Grant, totaling $1,500,000, will primarily be used to conduct Phase I and Phase II environmental site assessments on brownfield sites with a focus on underutilized or blighted sites that can be redeveloped or turned into other public amenities such as trails, to help spur reinvestment and economic develop activity. Calumet County as the lead agency is working with the two coalition partners; Outagamie County and the Fox Cities Greenways, Inc. The assessment and planning work will focus primarily on sites within Calumet and Outagamie County. The City of Brillion was one of the other 9 communities selected for an EPA Grant. Their $1M Brownfield Multipurpose Grant will be used to conduct environmental assessment and cleanup work, primarily on the Brillion Works site. Calumet County receives three WHEDA 9% LIHTC awards, out of 26 statewide The Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Association (WHEDA) announced earlier this summer the list of awardees for their 9% tax credit program, totaling more than $25M statewide to 26 different projects. Three of the 26 projects are located in Calumet County, bringing in $2.6M of investments for affordable housing to Calumet County. The three proposed projects are located in Menasha, Brillion, and New Holstein. Calumet County Connect Event brings together business leaders Calumet County Economic Development recently hosted the second Calumet County Connect event this year at the Engler Performing Arts Center in Chilton. The half-day event brought business leaders, economic development professionals and educators together for professional growth and networking. The event was emceed by US Olympian Paul Schommer, and highlighted keynote presentations by top regional business leaders, including Mike VanderZanden of Amerequip, David Kapic of Grande Cheese, and Craig Briess of Briess Malt & Ingredients Co. A “Why Business Education Partnerships Matter” panel focused on why workforce development and collaboration AGENDA ITEM #10.1. Monthly Report Page 17 of 18 matter for talent development and attraction, highlighting the work of the Business Education Partnership in Calumet County. AGENDA ITEM #10.1. Monthly Report Page 18 of 18