Human Services Board

TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD DECEMBER 10, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, Lisa Carbaugh, Stacy Leonard, Lynn Rosemeyer, Lori Willner, and Michael Bub Members Absent: Sue Swiantek Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Peggy Kellnhofer, Rhonda Rudolph, Jen Meyer, Taylor Reinhardt, and Paula Johnson Approve Minutes from November 12, 2025, Meeting: SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE NOVEMBER 12, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 12 ITEMS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: None Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Michael Bub shared the Knights of Columbus will bring Giving Tree gifts wrapped at the Holy Rosary church to Taylor County Human Services Department next week. Michael Bub also shared that the Indian Head food pantry will have a new location at the old City Hall in Medford starting mid - January. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley requested approval for the 2025 Contracts and Amendments. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – WILLNER, MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, BUB, LEONARD, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – SWIANTEK. Approve Bad Debt Write-Offs: Director Stanfley requested approval for bad debt write-offs. LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE BAD DEBT WRITE -OFFS. MICHAEL BUB SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – SWIANTEK. Approve 2026 Outpatient Clinical Fees: Director Stanfley requested approval for 2026 Outpatient Clinical Fees. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE 2026 OUTPATIENT CLINICAL FEES. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve TCHSD Access to Public Records – Fee Charging Policy 16.1: Director Stanfley requested approval for the TCHSD Access to Public Records – Fee Charging Policy 16.1. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE TCHSD ACCESS TO PUBLIC RECORDS – FEE CHARGING POLICY 16.1. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – SWIANTEK. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the Remote Work Log with the board with no changes. Ms. Stanfley shared that Administrative Assistant Jenn Arndt updated the TCHSD brochures, letterhead, and intake and referral forms for the agency. Ms. Stanfley shared the newly updated brochures with the board. Director Stanfley reported on the DCF Civil Rights Compliance Audit. She shared that TCHSD was picked for this audit due to a consumer grievance and the state found TCHSD was compliant and did not violate the consumer’s civil rights. Ms. Stanfley reported the November Community Outreach Events as follows: Medford High School Reality Fair, Thursday, November 12, 2025. K ala Thompson and Rhonda Rudolph attended the outreach event. Peggy Kellnhofer, Economic Support Coordinator, reported the unit has been busy with 300 applicants. She shared that staff from the call center have been pulled to help with processing. Director Stanfley reported that the CFS unit Youth Justice Diversion Group started with eight participants. Ms. Stanfley shared that the CFS unit had 35 CPS reports in the month of November, which was the most the unit has ever had in one month. Director Stanfley reported for the Clinical Services unit that there is a potential AODA intern that will be working with Katie Maske. Ms. Stanfley also shared that Renee Dassow started in her case management role for the Clinical unit on December 1, 2025, and will have a full case load after the holidays. Protective Services Unit Coordinator, Jen Meyer shared that the unit has had more referrals in crisis and APS than usual and due to this high volume, there are many unmet needs. The unit applied for the Weather Shield LITE Foundation Donation and received $1000 to assist with the unmet needs. Community Services Unit Coordinator, Taylor Reinhardt, shared that the unit will have two vacancies and interviewed three applicants. CLTS is down to three children on the waitlist and ten children screened for eligibility. Director Stanfley thanked Taylor Reinhardt and Diane Zuleger for picking up caseloads for birth to three and CCS . Fiscal Manager, Rhonda Rudolph, reported that the unit will be working on January contracts and finishing the year -end reports. Ms. Rudolph also shared that eWISACWIS interface changes will be coming soon so they will be compliant with the eWISACWIS interface mandate. Director Stanfley shared the Social Committee will have an employee potluck on December 17, 2025, for Christmas and there will be a catered meal in January for county employees. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 28, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY LYNN ROSEMEYER TO ADJOURN. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda December 10, 2025; Human Service Board Meeting November 12, 2025 draft minutes; Contra cts and Amendments for December 10, 2025 Human Services Board Meeting; 2024 -2025 Bad Debt list for Board Approval; Outpatient Clinical Fees; Access to Public Records – Fee Charging Policy 16.1; Director’s Report; Remote Work Log; Unit Numbers; and Budget Expense and Revenue. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD November 12, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Members Present: Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, Sue Swiantek, Stacy Leonard, Lynn Rosemeyer, Lori Willner, and Michael Bub Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Peggy Kellnhofer, Jasmin Skerven, Taylor Reinhardt, and Jenn Arndt. Approve Minutes from September 10, 2025, Meeting: SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE SEPTEMBER 10, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 12 ITEMS. SCOTT MILDBRAND SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: Michael Bub shared the Knights of Columbus have received the Giving Tree gift requests and the gifts will be delivered to the Taylor County Human Services Department on Monday, December 15, 2025. Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak updated that the ADRC of Taylor County hosted the Senior Health Fair in October. This was a successful event with even more vendors than in the past. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley requested board approval of the new 2025 Contract and Addendums. Questions were asked and discussion was had. SCOTT MILDBRAND MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH EIGHT AYES. ONE ABSENT. Approve Closing the Department on Thursday, December 4, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for Cultural Competency and Responsiveness Training: Director Stanfley updated that as a recipient of funding from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, the agency is required to implement Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services. Local representatives from the Amish, Mennonite, and Hispanic communities will be present for this staff training. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CLOSING THE DEPARTMENT ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2025, FROM 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM FOR CULTURAL COMPETENCY AND RESPONSIVENESS TRAINING. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve Bad Debt Write-Offs: This will be moved to the December meeting. Approve Casual Employee(s) in the CFS Unit for 2026: Director Stanfley requested approval to continue with casual employees in the CFS unit for 2026. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CASUAL EMPLOYEE(S) IN THE CFS UNIT FOR 2026. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the Remote Work Log with the board. Ms. Stanfley reported the September and October Community Outreach Events as follows: Lauren Herman, Birth to Three Coordinator, attended the 2025 Child Development Day on Saturday, September 27th; Jen Meyer, Protective Services Coordinator, attended the Chequamegon Conference Fall Retreat on Saturday, October 4th; and staff from the Protective Services Unit attended the Senior Health Fair on Friday, October 17 th. Peggy Kellnhofer, Economic Assistance Coordinator, provided an update on the effects within the Northern Income Maintenance Consortium of the government shutdown to FoodShare benefits. Director Stanfley updated that she and Kala Thompson, Child and Family Services Coordinator, have completed the IV -E Legal Services application which is a reimbursement program that provides funding to counties to support legal services for child welfare programs. Jasmin Skerven, Clinical Services Coordinator, updated that they have filled the open Targeted Case Management position internally. She updated the agency will receive less Room and Board funding in 2026 for residential substance abuse treatment. She also updated that the mental health outpatient waitlist has over 20 individuals, with no ability to refer elsewhere. The Clinical Services Unit has to triage who is most in need, when all are in need. Director Stanfley shared a Star News article regarding the Department of Justice Gun Shop Grant. Training for the community and staff has been completed, a gun safe has been purchased and placed at AK Outdoors, ammunition lockboxes have been purchased, and gun locks have been purchased. Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Coordinator, shared that the DHS 36 Onsite Renewal Survey was completed with no deficiencies identified. During that survey, a random sample of 10 consumer records and 12 staff records were reviewed. Mr. Reinhardt updated that two CCS Adult Service Facilitators have resigned and recruitment to fill those positions has begun, with hopes of having new hires by January 1, 2026. Mr. Reinhardt also updated that the CLTS waitlist is down to four children and enrollment time has been cut to 106 days. Ms. Stanfley updated that fiscal staff will soon begin work on 2026 contracts. Director Stanfley shared the agency won the pumpkin decorating contest, sponsored by the Employee Fund. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY SUE SWIANTEK TO ADJOURN. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:08 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda November 12, 2025; Human Service Board Meeting draft minutes from September 10, 2025; Contracts and Amendments for the November 12, 2025 Human Services Board Meeting; Star News “Safety in numbers” article from October 9, 2025; Director’s Report; Remote Work Log; Unit Numbers; and Budget Expense and Revenue. Respectfully submitted, Jenn Arndt for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD September 10, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Scott Mildbrand called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m. Members Present: Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, Sue Swiantek, Lisa Carbaugh, Stacy Leonard, Lynn Rosemeyer, Lori Willner, and Michael Bub Members Absent: Rollie Thums Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Kala Thompson, Rhonda Rudolph, Paula Johnson, and Mandee Ellis. Approve Minutes from August 13, 2025, Meeting and August 13, 2025, Open Public Hearing: MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE AUGUST 13, 2025, MEETING MINUTES AND AUGUST 13, 2025, OPEN PUBLIC HEARING MINUTES. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 13 ITEMS. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: None Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Michael Bub shared the Knights of Columbus will soon start receiving gift requests for the Giving Tree this year. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley requested approval for the 2025 Contracts and Amendments. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – CARBAUGH, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND; NO – NONE; ABSENT – THUMS. Review and Approve Yearly GPS: Director Stanfley discussed the GPS policy with the board and cost of GPS devices in the TCHSD vehicles. Director Stanfley felt GPS tracking was not practical for staff safety, as other measures have been put in place or could be utilized instead of tracking vehicles. Director Stanfley requested approval from the board to amend the resolution to have the GPS devices removed from TCHSD vehicles. LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE AMENDING THE RESOLUTION TO HAVE GPS DEVICES REMOVED FROM TCHSD VEHICLES. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Review of Crisis Satisfaction Survey Results: Director Stanfley shared the Crisis Satisfaction Survey results with the board. Ms. Stanfley explained the surveys are required by the state and are given to consumers who have received crisis services. The surveys provide feedback about the care consumers received by the crisis staff. Ms. Stanfley noted consumers who responded to the survey provided positive feedback. Approve Resolution for Support of State Investment for Income Maintenance Administration: Director Stanfley discussed the importance of maintaining the Income Maintenance Administration with the board and requested approval. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION FOR SUPPORT OF STATE INVESTMENT FOR INCOME MAINTENANCE ADMINISTRATION. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Review and Approve 2026 Proposed Budget: Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Manager and Director Stanfley, presented the 2026 proposed budget, with no increase to direct county levy. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2026 PROPOSED BUDGET. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH; NO – NONE; ABSENT – THUMS. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the Remote Work Log with the board. Ms. Stanfley reported the August Community Outreach Events as follows: The National Night Out, Tuesday, August 5, 2025; Back to School - School and Community Resource Fair, Thursday, August 19, 2025. Kala Thompson, Child and Family Services Coordinator, reported the Youth Justice Diversion Group started on September 8, 2025. Director Stanfley reported for the Clinical Services Unit Coordinator, Jasmin Skerven, as she was absent. Ms. Stanfley shared that there is no AODA waitlist at this time. The mental health waitlist has been up and down over the last few months. Director Stanfley reported for the Protective Services Unit Coordinator, Jen Meyer, as she was absent. Ms. Stanfley shared that August was a very busy month for the unit with many crisis assessments and detentions. Ms. Stanfley also shared that The Walk for Suicide Prevention will be held on Thursday, September 11, 2025. Director Stanfley reported for Community Services Unit Coordinator, Taylor Reinhardt, as he was absent. Ms. Stanfley discussed the current CLTS CAP and shared data regarding the need to hold off on hiring an additional CLTS worker. Fiscal Manager, Rhonda Rudolph, reported on the Proposed Budget for 2026 earlier in the meeting. Director Stanfley shared there was nothing new to report for the Social Committee, Wellness Committee, or Employee Fund. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY LISA CARBAUGH TO ADJOURN. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:58 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda September 10, 2025; Human Service Board Meeting August 13, 2025 draft minutes and August 13, 2025 Public Hearing draft minutes; Contracts and Amendments for September 10, 2025 Human Services Board Meeting; Crisis Satisfaction Survey; Resolution for Support of State Investment for Income Maintenance Administration; 2026 Budget Overview; 2026 Total Budget Summary; 2026 Human Services Budget Detail; Budget 2026 High Cost Placements: Y ear to Year Comparison; Detail vs Budget Report; 2026 Year -to-Year Community Aids, Levy, and WIMCR Funding Comparison and Year -to-Year Wage & Benefit Comparison; Director’s Report; Remote Work Log; Unit Numbers; and Budget Expense and Revenue. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD August 13, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 10:35 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, and Sue Swiantek, Lisa Carbaugh, Stacy Leonard, and Michael Bub Members Absent: Lori Willner and Lynn Rosemeyer Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Jasmin Skerven, Peggy Kellnhofer, Kala Thompson, Jen Meyer, Rhonda Rudolph, Taylor Reinhardt, Lauren Hermann, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from July 9, 2025, Meeting: LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE JULY 9, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 11 ITEMS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. New Staff Introductions: Director Stanfley introduced Lauren Hermann to the Human Services Board members. Hermann is the newly hired Birth to Three Service Coordinator. Hermann shared that she previously worked in the Public Defender’s Office for Eau Claire County and has experience working with youth in a treatment facility setting and had also worked in childcare. Public Input: None Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Discussion was had and no actions taken at this time. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley requested approval for the 2025 Contracts and Amendments. LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – DUBIAK, BUB, LEONARD, MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, SWIANTEK, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – ROSEMEYER AND WILLNER. Resolution Recognizing September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Month in Taylor County: Melissa Moore, Public Health Foundationalist, spoke to the board about the ripple effects of suicide on family and the community. Ms. Moore shared that the Public Health vending machines provide prevention items such as Narcan and gunlocks. Ms. Moore also shared that there will be a suicide prevention walk on September 11, 2025, at the park with the event starting at 4:30pm and the walk at 5:30pm. Director Stanfley requests the board’s approval for the resolution to recognize September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Month in Taylor County. SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 2025 AS SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH IN TAYLOR COUNTY. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve Electronic Signature Policy: Community Services Coordinator, Taylor Reinhardt explained the purpose of an electronic signature policy, which is to define the allowable uses of electronic signature technology and transactions to ensure validity, enforceability, and legal recognition. Director Stanfley requested approval from the board to approve the Electronic Signature Policy. PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE POLICY. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the Remote Work Log with the board. Ms. Stanfley reported the July Community Outreach Events as follows: The Fair before the Fair was Thursday, July 17, 2025. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Unit Coordinator and Protective Services staff, attended the event. Director Stanfley discussed the AI -State and County Contract and explained she is working with the IT and HR departments on an AI County policy to give guidance on approved uses and how the county will be protecting PHI when using AI platforms. Peggy Kellnhofer, Economic Support Coordinator, reported January 1, 2026, Forest County will no longer be a part of the Northern Income Maintenance Consortium. Kala Thompson, Child and Family Services Coordinator reported that the month of July was busy with 21 CPS reports. Ms. Thompson shared that the Youth Justice Innovation Grant was reinstated for the unit. Ms. Thompson shared that the Intern, Katie Erickson, is doing well preparing for the next Youth Justice Diversion group in September. Clinical Services Unit Coordinator, Jasmin Skerven, shared that Dr. Persing has started to see clients. Ms. Skerven shared that there continues to be a rise in mental health issues with limited funding and resources. Ms. Skerven also shared that the unit has been going through grant funding quickly as detox and substance treatment stays have increased. Protective Services Unit Coordinator, Jen Meyer, shared that the state has increased Alzheimer’s funding but with restrictions and the unit has been collaborating with the ADRC to help use the funding. Ms. Meyer reported the number of crisis incidents has gone up as well as APS calls. Community Services Unit Coordinator, Taylor Reinhardt, reported that Lauren Hermann, Birth to Three Service Coordinator, meets the minimum standards set forth by DHS 90, for professional experience and education. However, given her credentials, she will not be able to fulfill certain functions of her role without prolonged program experience and training. Therefore, two separate disciplines at CESA will be conducting evaluations for the foreseeable future. Mr. Reinhardt also discussed the Birth to Three Program Determination Status Federal Fiscal Year 2023, in which Taylor County was determined to be in the “meet requirements” category. Fiscal Manager, Rhonda Rudolph, reported that she recently hosted a student for a Business of Finance internship that went well. Ms. Rudolph shared that she has started working on the Budget for 2026. Director Stanfley wanted to thank Michael Bub and Kathryn Lemke for cooking at the employee social cookout event and thank Sue Swiantek for joining staff for the cookout event. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY LISA CARBAUGH TO ADJOURN. MICHAEL BUB SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 11:40 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda August 13, 2025; Human Service Board Meeting July 9, 2025, Draft Minutes; Contracts for August 13, 2025 Human Services Board Meeting; A Resolution Recognizing September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Month in Taylor County; Electronic Signature Policy; Determination Status for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2023; Director’s Report; Taylor County’s 2023 -2024 Results and Compliance Matrix; Remote Work Log; Unit Numbers; and Budget Expense and Revenue. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD - PUBLIC HEARING August 13, 2025 Taylor County Education Center – Room 101 A/B Call Meeting to Order: The Public Hearing on the 2026 Plan and Budget for the Taylor County Human Services Department was held on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at the Taylor County Education Center. THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CALLED TO ORDER BY CHAIRMAN ROLLIE THUMS AT 9:35 A.M. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Scott Mildbrand, Lisa Carbaugh, Sue Swiantek, Paula Dubiak, Stacy Leonard, and Michael Bub Members Absent: Lori Willner and Lynn Rosemeyer Human Services Staff: Suzanne Stanfley, Peggy Kellnhofer, Rhonda Rudolph, Taylor Reinhardt, Jasmin Skerven, Kala Thompson, Jen Meyer, Don Everhard, Katie Voss, and Paula Johnson Public in Attendance: Steve Budnik, Administrator for the Northern Income Maintenance Consortium; Amber Fallos, Director of Black River Industries (BRI); Kelly Borchardt, Executive Director for Child Caring; Melissa Moore, Public Health Foundationalist for Taylor County; Mandee Ellis, Reporter for the Star News; Kristy Tlusty, District Attorney for Taylor County; Shanna Briggs, Foster Parent in Taylor County; and Corey Dassow; Sheriff for the Taylor County Sheriff’s Department Introduction to Public Hearing Suzanne Stanfley, Human Services Director and Rollie Thums, Human Services Board Chair: Human Services Director Suzanne Stanfley and Chairman Rollie Thums welcomed the individuals in attendance. Unit Coordinators gave a brief update of their units and the programs/services they oversee. Human Services Board Conducts Public Hearing for Year 2026 Plan and Budget: Next, Chairman Thums asked if anyone in attendance wanted to provide oral testimony. Those who provided oral testimony were Steve Budnik, Amber Fallos, Don Everhard, Kelly Borchardt, Katie Voss, Melissa Moore, and Shanna Briggs. Steve Budnik shared that he is the Administrator for the Northern Income Maintenance Consortium. He explained that the Consortium serves consumers living below the poverty level. The Consortium has 80 employees and provides services for 60,000 cases. The Consortium is a virtual call center that serves newborns, veterans, unhoused individuals, and others. Steve explained that they use a trauma informed care approach with consumers and treat them like their neighbors. He shared the Consortium started back in 2011 and have been recognized for their service and low error rates. Steve wanted to thank everyone at TCHSD for their support of the Northern Income Maintenance Consortium. Amber Fallos shared that she is the Director for Black River Industries and partners with TCHSD. BRI receives Family Care funding when working with consumers who are enrolled in CCS and CFS through TCHSD. She shared that some people in the community may not be aware that BRI serves those from birth to end of life. One example is the Summer Youth program. Amber wanted to thank TCHSD for their collaboration with BRI and asked that they continue to get state funding to support their services. Don Everhard is a Crisis Worker with TCHSD and a minister in the community. He wanted to acknowledge the hard work that TCHSD staff do. Don explained that it can be a challenge and a battle to bring individuals out of despair. He wanted to say thank you to TCHSD for all that they do. Kelly Borchardt, Executive Director for Childcaring, shared that Childcaring is a non -profit agency that provides Child Care Resources and Referral Services for several counties in Central Wisconsin. The goal of Childcaring is to provide high quality and affordable childcare. Ms. Borchardt explained that Childcaring contracts with TCHSD for services. She thanked TCHSD for working with Childcaring. Katie Voss, Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner, shared her appreciation for all the management staff, the director, facilitators, and therapists at TCHSD for everything they do. Ms. Voss said our education does not prepare us for the trauma we see day to day with the consumers and their families. She shared that TCHSD does a great job. Melissa Moore, Public Health Foundationalist for Taylor County, shared that she is so grateful to collaborate with the different agencies and departments within our community. She shared that with the support of all these community organizations; she is able to help lead walks and awareness events. Ms. Moore thanked TCHSD and other agencies and departments in the community for their partnership. Shanna Briggs, Foster Parent, shared that she is so thankful for the staff and community for their help and support for her family. She appreciates all the training and education the staff at TCHSD has had to provide wonderful care for her family. Kala Thompson, Child and Family Services Coordinator, read a thank you message from a parent who has a child in CFS and CLTS services with TCHSD. They shared that they are so thankful that their child can participate in horse therapy and BRI services with the help of TCHSD. Suzanne Stanfley, TCHSD Director, shared letters written by Joseph Greget, Director of Special Education and Student Services for the Medford School District, Stepping Stones, and the Veterans Service Office. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Coordinator, wanted to thank the police force, Corey Dassow, Sheriff of the TASO, and Kristy Tlusty, District Attorney of Taylor County. Jen shared that the crisis team at TCHSD can’t do their work without the support of these people. Corey Dassow, Sheriff of the TASO thanked Jen Meyer and TCHSD. Mr. Dassow shared that they can’t do what they do without TCHSD and the crisis team’s support. He shared that TASO supports TCHSD. Kristy Tlusty, District Attorney, shared that Taylor County is unique, where amazing outcomes are possible and would not be possible for individuals outside of this county. She thanked TCHSD for their work. Ms. Tlusty shared that we have a great team in Taylor County. Closing Comments – Chairman Thums stated he appreciated those providing testimony and thanked everyone for coming to the hearing. He said it is important for the community partners to work together to keep the community safe and healthy. Director Stanfley extended a heartfelt thank you to the community partners, stating that collaboration truly makes a difference. She thanked the dedicated employees of Taylor County Human Services for their commitment to building a safe, healthy and resilient community that prioritizes the well -being of county residents. She exemplified that these employees navigate the complexities of their roles with grace and dedication to make sure that all residents are supported and their needs are being met. Lastly, she thanked the Human Services Management Team, the oversight board, and the county board for their continued dedication and support to the vital programs administered by Taylor County Human Services. CHAIRMAN, ROLLIE THUMS, ADJOURNED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 10:15 A.M. Respectfully submitted: Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD July 9, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Lynn Rosemeyer, Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, and Sue Swiantek. Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh, Lori Willner, Stacy Leonard, and Michael Bub Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Jasmin Skerven, Peggy Kellnhofer, Kala Thompson, Jen Meyer, Margo Hinke, Katie Erickson, Karlee Tyler -Naze, Mandee Ellis, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from June 11, 2025, Meeting: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE JUNE 11, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 12 ITEMS. LYNN ROESMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. New Staff Introductions: Director Stanfley introduced new Taylor County Human Services staff to the Human Services Board members. Margo Hinke worked as the grant funded LTE Youth Justice Case Manager in CFS and recently accepted the Ongoing /Youth Justice position. Katie Erickson works as an intern with the CFS unit and recently accepted the grant funded LTE Youth Justice Diversion Case Manager position. Karlee Tyler -Naze recently accepted the newly added CLTS/CCS Service Facilitator position. Public Input: None Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak shared that the ADRC will host the Fair Before the Fair event on Wednesday, July 16 th for senior citizens. Director Suzanne Stanfley shared that the Protective Services Unit staff will attend the event. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley reported no contracts or amendments for the month. Approve the 2024 Annual Report: Director Stanfley shared the Taylor County Human Services Department 2024 Annual Report with the Human Services Board and requested their approval. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2024 ANNUAL REPORT. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Public Participation Planning Process for the 2026 Budget: Director Stanfley shared the Public Participation Planning Process for the 2026 Budget with the board and requested their approval. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PLANNING PROCESS FOR THE 2026 BUDGET. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley reported that the Remote Work Log remains the same and was not printed for the meeting. Ms. Stanfley reported the June Community Outreach Events as follows: The Medford Health Fair was on June 10, and the CALM Workshop -Community Conversation was Thursday June 19. Peggy Kellnhofer, Economic Support Coordinator reported the unit has been busy. Kala Thompson, Child and Family Services Coordinator reported that the CFS Unit is working at reunification of several children. Ms. Thompson reported that the Youth Diversion Group had four youth participants, and the feedback was very positive. She reported that the participants felt they learned to make better choices from the education they received from the group. The participants also asked for more information from law enforcement. Ms. Thompson shared that the next group would start in September. Director Stanfley added that the youth participants are usually referred to the Youth Diversion Group and receive incentives for participating in the five -week course. Some incentives offered are gym memberships and bowling incentives which promote healthy activities. Clinical Services Unit Coordinator, Jasmin Skerven, shared that the Clinical Unit currently has several 90 -day settlement agreements. Ms. Skerven was also happy to share a client recently graduated from treatment court. Protective Services Unit Coordinator, Jen Meyer, shared that June was a very busy month for crisis calls and services. Ms. Meyer shared that they recently received a $7,000 supplemental grant for APS. Ms. Meyer reported that APS has been very busy with several clients experiencing self -neglect with poor living situations. Ms. Meyer shared that the unit is working with the County Health Department to educate the public on this issue. Community Services Unit Coordinator, Taylor Reinhardt, was absent. Director Stanfley reported on the Community Services Unit, sharing that the unit is still working on recruiting to fill the Birth to Three position. Fiscal Manager, Rhonda Rudolph, was absent. Ms. Stanfley shared the expense and revenue reports from the Fiscal Unit with the Human Services Board and shared that Ms. Rudolph recently finished WIMCR. Director Stanfley shared that the Employee Fund is hosting a cookout on July 30 for staff. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, August 13, 2025, following the 9:30 a.m. Public Hearing at the Education Center. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY SUE SWIANTEK TO ADJOURN. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:30 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda July 9, 2025; Human Service Board Meeting June 11, 2025, Draft Minutes; Taylor County Human Services Department 2024 Annual Report; Public Participation Planning Process 2026 Budget; Director’s Report; WCHSA Update on 2025 -27 State Budget; Unit Numbers; and Budget Expense and Revenue. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD June 11, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Lori Willner, Stacy Leonard, Michael Bub, Lynn Rosemeyer, Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, and Sue Swiantek. Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Jasmin Skerven, Taylor Reinhardt, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from May 14, 2025, Meeting: MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE MAY 14, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 10 ITEMS. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: None Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak gave an update on ADRC. Resolution Proclaiming June 2025 As Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month: Director Stanfley requested approval from the board to proclaim June 2025 Mental Health Awareness Month. SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE PROCLAIMING JUNE 2025 AS MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley requested approval for 2025 Contracts and Amendments. PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – LISA CARBAUGH. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the remote log with the board. Ms. Stanfley reported on May Community Outreach Events: Community Services Unit Coordinator Taylor Reinhardt attended Light the Path, Friday, May 23 rd; and Taylor County Human Service Department staff attended the ADRC Open House on May 14 th. Ms. Stanfley shared that on Thursday, June 19th, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. there will be a CALM Community Conversations Event educating the community on suicide risk and how to reduce access t o lethal means. Ms. Stanfley invited the board to this event. Ms. Stanfley shared that there will also be a Counseling on Access to Lethal Means Clinical Workshop on Friday, June 20th, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. for department staff. This workshop aims to help those in mental health, medical, and human service professions to counsel individuals and their families to temporarily reduce access to firearms and dangerous medications during times of heightened suicide risk. Ms. Stanfley shared that the Health Department Staff, Aspirus Clinicians, Medford School Social Workers, and Counseling Connections Clinicians were all invited to attend the workshop. Ms. Stanfley shared that on Tuesday, May 27 th, she and Deputy Director Kellnhofer met with Anna Ringstad from Senator Tammy Baldwin’s Office to discuss human service programs and share the WCHSA Budget Priorities. Ms. Stanfley reported on the Economic Support Unit, providing an update on the NIMC Contract as it relates to Forest County. Ms. Stanfley gave an update on the CFS Unit, sharing that Kylie Fitzgerald, who currently works as the Ongoing Case Manager, has accepted the open Initial Assessment position. Margo Hinke, the current Youth Justice Diversion Case Manager/Supervision Worker, accepted the newly open Ongoing/YJ position. Recruitment will start for the Youth Justice Division Case Manager/Supervision Worker position. Ms. Stanfley reminded the committee that the Youth Justice Division Case Manager/Supervision Worker position is funded through grants. Clinic Services Unit Coordinator, Jasmin Skerven, shared that the unit has been busy with many residential services provided for clients with many related to alcohol addiction. Ms. Skerven shared that Dr. Persing will start seeing clients June 24 th. Ms. Skerven reported on the Protective Services Unit as Protective Services Unit Coordinator; Jen Meyer was absent. Ms. Skerven shared that the unit has been busy with crisis referrals and there is a significant need for long -term support. Community Services Unit Coordinator, Taylor Reinhardt, reported on the DHS CAP Report. Mr. Reinhardt also shared that Karlee Tyler -Naze has accepted the CCS/CLTS Service Facilitator vacancy. This is a new position to support DHS requirements for timely enrollment in Children’s Long -Term Support. Mr. Reinhardt also shared that the unit offered the Birth to Three position to a candidate that did not accept the offer. The unit will continue recruiting for the Birth to Three position. Ms. Stanfley shared the expense and revenue reports from the Fiscal Unit with the Human Services Board. Community Services Unit Coordinator, Taylor Reinhardt, shared that the Humane Society won $150 from the money wars during Employee Appreciation Week. Ms. Stanfley shared that the Human Services Management team provided snacks and refreshments during Employee Appreciation Week, which was well received by staff. Chairman, Rollie Thums thanked Deputy Director, Peggy Kellnhofer and the Management team for their great work during Director Stanfley’s maternity leave. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 9, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in the Taylor County Human Services Boardroom. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY SUE SWIANTEK TO ADJOURN. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:07 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda June 11, 2025; Human Service Board Meeting May 14, 2025, Draft Minutes; Resolution Proclaiming June 2025 As Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month; Contracts and Amendments for June 11, 2025; Director’s Report; Unit Numbers; Remote Work Log; and Budget Expense and Revenue. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD May 14, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Lori Willner, Stacy Leonard, Michael Bub, Lynn Rosemeyer, Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, and Sue Swiantek. Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Peggy Kellnhofer, Kala Thompson, Rhonda Rudolph, Jasmin Skerven, Jen Meyer, Nicole Hager, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from April 9, 2025, Meeting: LORI WILLNER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE APRIL 9, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. SCOTT MILDBRAND SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 12 ITEMS. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: None Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak shared that the ADRC had an open house from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on May 14, 2025 at the recently remodeled Medford Center. Approve filling vacancies; Birth to Three Coordinator, Initial Assessment Social Worker - Case Manager (and resulting vacancy from internal posting): Deputy Director, Peggy Kellnhofer requested approval from the board to fill vacancies. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE FILLING VACANCIES; BIRTH TO THREE COORDINATOR, INTIAL ASSESSMENT SOCIAL WORKER -CASE MANAGER (AND RESULTING VACANCY FROM INTERNAL POSTING). STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve hiring 30 -day “overlap” for training Birth to Three: Deputy Director Kellnhofer requested approval from the board to allow for overlap for training Birth to Three. SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE HIRING 30 -DAY OVERLAP FOR TRAINING BIRTH TO THREE. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Deputy Director Kellnhofer requested approval for 2025 Contracts and Amendments. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND, SWIANTEK, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – LISA CARBAUGH. 2024 Unaudited Human Services Budget vs Actual Summary by Rhonda Rudolph, Financial Manager: Ms. Rudolph shared the 2024 unaudited human services budget vs actual summary report with the board. Also presented was a summary of the 2024 high -cost expenses. Overall, 2024 had a deficit which decreased the Human Services Fund Balance. Director’s Report: Deputy Director Peggy Kellnhofer shared the remote log with the board. Ms. Kellnhofer shared April Community Outreach Events: Lori Walsh and Jen Meyer did QPR with the Health Department at the Abbotsford Library on April 1, 2025; The Crisis Debriefing team worked tirelessly from April 10 through April 22 meeting with individuals, families and community EMS in addition to our own crisis debriefing needs. The Taylor County Human Services Board shared their support for the crisis team for their efforts during that difficult time; April was Mental Health Awareness Month; Sam Jerome and Rhonda Rudolph attended the Reality Fair at the High School. Ms. Kellnhofer shared during the first week of May was Employee Appreciation Week. Each day of that week staff received treats at their office door from Unit Coordinators. Also, during that week staff donated to four jars with different local nonprofit agencies labeled on them. The nonprofit with the most funds would receive all the funds donated by staff that week. Deputy Director Kellnhofer shared the Taylor County Human Services Department wanted to recognize three employees for their years of service with the agency. The agency recognized Jen Meyer for 15 years of service; Deb Tom for 25 years of service; and the third who wished to remain anonymous served 26 years at Taylor County Human Services Department. Peggy Kellnhofer, Coordinator of the EA Unit, shared there were no updates for the unit. Kala Thompson, Child and Family Services Unit Coordinator, reported that the unit has been busy working on hiring an Initial Assessment position and an Ongoing Case Manager. Jasmin Skerven, Clinical Services Coordinator, shared that Dr. Persing, along with the Director from Trempealeau County, came for a visit to Taylor County Human Services Department. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Unit Coordinator, shared that the unit picked up during the month of April with an increase in APS calls. Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Unit Coordinator, was absent from the Human Service Board meeting. Ms. Kellnhofer shared there was nothing new to report for the Community Services Unit. Rhonda Rudolph, HS Fiscal Manager, reported on the 2024 unaudited human services budget vs actual summary earlier in the meeting. Peggy Kellnhofer, Deputy Director, reported that the Social Committee incorporated Gratitude Week along with Employee Appreciation Week where they sent out gratitude emails thanking and acknowledging Taylor County Human Services staff for the work that they do. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in the Taylor County Human Services Boardroom. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY SUE SWIANTEK TO ADJOURN. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:51 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda May 14, 2025; Contracts and Amendments for May 14, 2025; Human Services Results (Unaudited Numbers); 2024 High Expense Overview; 2024 Expense; 2024 Revenue; Director’s Report; Unit Numbers; Remote Work Log; and Budget Expense and Revenue. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD April 9, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Lori Willner, Stacy Leonard, Michael Bub, Lynn Rosemeyer, Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak, Scott Mildbrand, and Sue Swiantek. Members Absent: None Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Peggy Kellnhofer, Kala Thompson, Rhonda Rudolph, Jen Meyer, Taylor Reinhardt, RuthAnn Koch, Margo Hinke, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from March 12, 2025, Meeting: MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE MARCH 12, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 11 ITEMS. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: None Introduction of New CFS Youth Diversion Case Manager LTE: Margo Hinke is the new CFS Youth Diversion Case Manager LTE. She started working at Taylor County Human Services Department on Monday April 7, 2025. The Human Services Board will go into Closed Session at approximately 9:40 a.m. pursuant to Section 19.85 (1)(g), Wisconsin State Statue for the purpose of conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. Deputy Director, Peggy Kellnhofer requested the Human Services Board to go into closed session to confer with legal counsel. SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION FOR THE HUMAN SERVICES BOARD TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – NONE. MOTION CARRIED. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO GO BACK INTO OPEN SESSION. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THAT MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The Human Services Board went into Closed Session at 9:32 a.m. and ended at 9:45 a.m. Approve Taylor County Corporation Counsel to Dismiss Civil Lawsuit on behalf of Taylor County Human Services Department: Deputy Director, Peggy Kellnhofer request approval from the board. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE TAYLOR COUNTY CORPORATION COUNSEL TO DISMISS CIVIL LAWSUIT ON BEHALF OF TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, BUB, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – NONE. MOTION CARRIED. Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Discussion has been had, and no action taken. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Deputy Director Kellnhofer requested approval for 2025 Contracts and Amendments. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, DUBIAK, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – NONE. MOTION CARRIED. Director’s Report: Deputy Director Kellnhofer shared the remote log with the board. Ms. Kellnhofer shared that Taylor County Human Services Department has been monitoring information on federal cuts and will keep the Human Services Board informed of any information related to the department. Ms. Kellnhofer shared March Community Outreach Events: March 21, 2025 Birth to Three staff attended the Spring Fling Dance in recognition of World Down Syndrome Day; March 18, 2025, Sam Jerome and Kala Thompson presented to EMT staff at Aspirus in Medford on Mandated Reporter guidelines; APS presented Protecting Your Gold event through supporting healthy aging in March; and Julie Goldschmidt presented Elder Abuse to EMT’S. Peggy Kellnhofer, Coordinator of the EA Unit, shared that the new staff member on the unit is working on support worker training. Kala Thompson, Child and Family Services Unit Coordinator, reported that the unit has been busy since they hired a new case manager three months ago and recently hired the CFS Youth Diversion Case Manager LTE. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Unit Coordinator, shared that the unit has been very busy within the last few days with five new consumers. Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Unit Coordinator, reported that March was a busy month with 15 consumers referred for a CLTS functional screen, limiting staff’s capacity to facilitate enrollment activity. Mr. Reinhardt is scheduled to meet with the Department of Health Services on April 22 nd to review the County’s Corrective Action Plan related to timely enrollment. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Unit Coordinator reported on the Clinical Unit as Jasmin Skerven, Clinical Services Coordinator was absent. Ms. Meyer shared that Dr. Randall Cullen, Medical Director for Taylor County Human Services Department will retire May 2, 2025. Ms. Meyer shared that Scott Persing, M.D., will be replacing Dr. Cullen. Dr. Persing is a Medical Doctor, Board -Certified in Psychiatry. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of South Dakota and his Medical Doctorate from the University of South Dakota School Medicine in Vermillion, South Dakota. Dr. Persing provides Psychiatric Services in evaluating and management of adult and geriatric psychiatric illnesses. He specializes in the management of mental illnesses such as: Depression, Anxiety, Panic Disorders, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Obsessive -Compulsive Disorder, Schizophrenia, and Dementia. Rhonda Rudolph, HS Fiscal Manager, gave an update on 2024 -year end status. Peggy Kellnhofer, Deputy Director, reported that the first week of May is Employee Appreciation Week. During that week, each unit will raise money to donate to a local nonprofit organization. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in the Taylor County Human Services Boardroom. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY SUE SWIANTEK TO ADJOURN. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:21 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda April 9, 2025; Human Service Board draft minutes March 12, 2025; Contracts and Amendments for April 9, 2025; Director’s Report; Remote Work Log; Budget Expense and Revenue; and Unit Numbers. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD March 12, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Lori Willner, Stacy Leonard, Michael Bub, Lynn Rosemeyer, and Sue Swiantek. Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak, and Scott Mildbrand Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Peggy Kellnhofer, Jasmin Skerven, Kala Thompson, Rhonda Rudolph, Jen Meyer, Taylor Reinhardt, Amber Fallos, Teagan Timmers, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from February 12, 2025, Meeting: MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE FEBRUARY 12, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 19 ITEMS. LORI WILLNER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input : Amber Fallos, Director of Black River Industries, thanked Taylor County Human Services Department and Jen Meyer, Coordinator for the Protective Services Unit, for their assistance and participation in February 25, 2025, Power of Attorney community information session at BRI. Ms. Fallos shared there were about eighty community members that participated in the session. Introduction of New Intake Worker: Teagan Timmers is the new Intake Specialist at Taylor County Human Services. She started on Monday February 24, 2025. Teagan recently moved to the Taylor County area from Minnesota. Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Discussion has been had, and no action taken. CLTS Corrective Action Plan Discussion and Implementation: Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Coordinator, provided a slideshow presentation for the board to share an overview of the CLTS program and the Corrective Action Plan (CAP). The State of Wisconsin has issued counties who have a CLTS waitlist with a CAP. Taylor County has been subject to this plan due to non-compliance with timely enrollment. Approval of Additional CLTS/CCS Positions: Director Stanfley requested approval for additional CLTS/CCS positions. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL CLTS/CCS POSITIONS. LORI WILLNER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – LEONARD, WILLNER, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, AND THUMS; NO – BUB; ABSENT – MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, AND DUBIAK. MOTION CARRIED. Approval of Ordinance to Amend Section 3.035, Departmental Authorizations, Taylor County Code (Human Services): Director Stanfley requested approval of ordinance to amend section 3.035. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 3.035, DEPARTMENTAL AUTHORIZATIONS, TAYLOR COUNTY CODE (HUMAN SERVICES). LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES - LEONARD, WILLNER, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, AND THUMS; NO – BUB; ABSENT – MILDBRAND, CARBAUGH, AND DUBIAK. MOTION CARRIED. Approval of the Youth Justice Diversion Case Manager Term Job Description (Limited Term): Director Stanfley requested approval for the Youth Justice Diversion Case Manager Term Job Description (Limited Term). LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE YOUTH JUSTICE DIVERSION CASE MANAGER TERM JOB DESCRIPTION (LIMITED TERM). SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approval of the Youth Justice Diversion Case Manager Limited Term Position: Director Stanfley requested approval for the Youth Justice Diversion Case Manager Limited Term Position. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE YOUTH JUSTICE DIVERSION CASE MANAGER-LIMTED TERM POSITION. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approval for the Clinical Coordinator to attend the RISE National Conference as a Backup for the Judge: Director Stanfley requested approval for the Clinical Coordinator to attend the RISE National Conference as the Backup for the Judge. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE CLINICAL COORDINATOR TO ATTEND THE RISE NATIONAL CONFERENCE AS A BACKUP TO THE JUDGE. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approval of the Ordinance to Amend Section 13.07, Advisory Committees, Human Services, Taylor County Code: Director Stanfley requested approval of the Ordinance to Amend Section 13.07, Advisory Committees, Human Services, Taylor County Code. STACY LEONARD MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 13.07, ADVISORY COMMITTEES, HUMAN SERVICES, TAYLOR COUNTY CODE. MICHAEL BUB SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Fund Balance Discussion: Discussion had on this topic. No action taken. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley requested approval for 2025 Contracts and Amendments. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – ROSEMEYER, BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, SWIANTEK, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – DUBIAK, MILDBRAND, AND CARBAUGH. MOTION CARRIED. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the remote log with the board. Director Stanfley recognized the Knights of Columbus for their donations raised for a Taylor County Human Services consumer and Michael Bub, Taylor County board member, for raising additional funds for that consumer. Ms. Stanfley shared that board member Stacy Leonard and her husband along with Trinity Lutheran Church will organize a Giving Easter Tree to provide Easter gifts for children in need in the Taylor County community. Ms. Stanfley provided February Community Outreach Events: Special Needs Virtual Resource Fair, February 3 rd, 2025; Taylor County Transition Day, February 13th, 2025, Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Coordinator attended this event; Child Development Day at the Rib Lake School District, February 20 th, 2025, Nikki VanLuven, Birth to three Coordinator, attended this event. Peggy Kellnhofer, Coordinator of the EA Unit, shared the unit is doing well and there is nothing new to report at this time. Kala Thompson, CFS Coordinator, shared that the unit has been busy, and they had four new child placements. Jasmin Skerven, Clinical Services Coordinator, shared there has been a need for AODA residential and Sober Living treatment recently and grant funding has helped cover those costs. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Unit Coordinator, shared the unit has been busy and nothing new to report at this time. Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Unit Coordinator, discussed the CLTS Corrective Action Plan and Implementation earlier in the meeting. Rhonda Rudolph, HS Fiscal Manager, gave an update on 2024-year end status. Director Stanfley thanked Rollie Thums, Human Services Board Chairman, for purchasing an ice machine for the staff at Taylor County Human Services. The Human Services Board will go into Closed Session at approximately 11:00 a.m. pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(c), Wisconsin State Statutes, for the purpose of discussing Director’s Annual Performance Evaluation. The Closed Session is expected to last for approximately one (1) hour. A roll call vote will be taken. Director Stanfley requested the human services board to go into closed session for the Human Services Board to discuss the Director’s Annual Performance Evaluation. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION FOR THE HUMAN SERVICE BOARD TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL VOTE TAKEN: YES – BUB, LEONARD, WILLNER, SWIANTEK, ROSEMEYER, AND THUMS; NO – NONE; ABSENT – DUBIAK, MILDBRAND, AND CARBAUGH. MOTION CARRIED. The Human Service Board went into Closed Session at 10:50 a.m. and ended at 11:30 a.m. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE DIRECTOR’S ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 9, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in the Taylor County Human Services Boardroom. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY STACY LEONARD TO ADJOURN. LORI WILLNER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 11:30 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda March 12, 2025; Human Service Board draft minutes February 12, 2025; Job Description Youth Justice Diversion Case Manager (LTE); Contracts and Amendments for March 12, 2025; Director’s Report; Remote Work Log; Budget Expense and Revenue; and Unit Numbers. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD February 12, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Paula Dubiak, Lori Willner, Scott Mildbrand, Lisa Carbaugh, Stacy Leonard, and Michael Bub. Members Absent: Lynn Rosemeyer and Sue Swiantek Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Peggy Kellnhofer, Jasmin Skerven, Kala Thompson, Rhonda Rudolph, Jen Meyer, Ruthann Koch, Don Everhard, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from January 22, 2025, Meeting: MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE JANUARY 22, 2025, MEETING MINUTES. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 14 ITEMS. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: None The Human Services Board will go into Closed Session at approximately 9:40 a.m. pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(g), Wisconsin State Statue for the purpose of conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved: Director Stanfley requested for the board to go into closed session to confer with legal counsel. THE HUMAN SERVICE BOARD WENT INTO THE CLOSED SESSION AT 9:35 a.m. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN; THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES. The Human Service Board went into Closed Session at 9:35 a.m. and ended at 9:45 a.m. with no action taken. Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding various operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak gave an update on the ADRC. 2024 On -Call Crisis Report -Don Everhard and 2024 Crisis Overall Program Numbers - Protective Services Coordinator, Jen Meyer: Don Everhard, Contracted On -Call Crisis Worker shared the 2024 On -Call Crisis Report. Total calls in 2024 155; Mental health Calls 149; Detentions 16; Adult Protective Services six; Detained four and two released. Don shared there has been an increase in APS needs and a need for alcohol abuse/addiction resources. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Coordinator, shared 2024 overall calls 206, repeat calls 19; 20 years and under 60 calls, which is up 10 from 2023; 60 and above 23 calls; and Crisis referred to APS 16. Meyer shared that they are seeing more financial exploitation among the APS calls. Approve filling vacancy: Intake Specialist Director Stanfley shared that the current Intake Specialist accepted the open Economic Assistance position. Director Stanfley requested approval from the board to approve filling the vacancy for the Intake Specialist position. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE FILLING THE VACANCY FOR THE INTAKE SPECIALIST. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Review/Approve GPS Units for Taylor County Vehicles for Human Services Department: As directed by HR Director Stanfley requested the board approve GPS Units for Taylor County Vehicles for Human Services. Conversation occurred regarding monthly service charges, which are still being figured out by HR and Finance. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE GPS UNITS FOR TAYLOR COUNTY VEHICLES FOR THE HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve 2025 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley requested approval for 2025 Contracts and Amendments. PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE 2025 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN; THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the remote log with the board. Ms. Stanfley updated the committee on the January 27 th Memo sent by the Office of Management and Budget to pause Federal Funds, which on the 29 th the White House rescinded the memo, but made comments about the spending freeze itself was not rescinded. Stanfley explained that all the County Human Services Departments are working closely with WCA and WCHSA to understand how this will affect departments moving forward. Ms. Stanfley, lik e all other County Directors, are hoping to weather the storm and still be able to provide the services needed. Ms. Stanfley shared that there were no Community Outreach Event for January, but there will be a Community Outreach February 25, 2025, at BRI to help set up POA for individuals and their loved ones. Peggy Kellnhofer, Coordinator of the EA Unit, shared that Julie Goldschmidt, Intake Specialist at Taylor County Human Services Department, accepted the Economic Support Specialist position. Ms. Kellnhofer explained that Julie worked as an Economic Support Specialist in the EA Unit previously and will go through 12 weeks of retraining. Kala Thompson, CFS Coordinator, shared that placement options have changed where children can now be placed with like kin. Ms. Thompson explained there must be a substantial relationship with the family to allow children to be placed with like kin, which was not an option in the past. Ms. Thompson shared that these placements benefit the children and their families. Jasmi n Skerven, Clinical Services Coordinator, shared that the unit has been busy with mental health outpatient services. The unit recently had three commitment orders or 90 -day settlements. She reported there are two clients in 30 -day treatment programs. Jen Meyer, Protective Services Unit Coordinator, reported on the 2024 Crisis Overall Program Numbers for the Protective Services Unit. Director Stanfley reported on the Community Services Unit as Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Unit Coordinator, was absent. Director Stanfley shared the MetaStar Birth to three and CLTS Quality Review summary of results with the Human Services Board. Rhonda Rudolph, HS Fiscal Manager, reported the unit wrapped up 2024 Contracts. Ms. Rudolph said there will be DCF reporting in February and DHS reporting in March. There was an audit of the Fiscal Unit which went well. Ms. Rudolph shared that upgrades to TCM are going well and Laserfiche will have upgrades soon. Ms. Rudolph also shared that in 2025 DCF is requiring eWiSACWIS financial interface compliance. Director Stanfley reported that some department staff made 30 Valentine’s Day cards for veterans through the Veterans Affairs-Valentines for Veterans Project. Ms. Stanfley also shared that Rollie Thums, Human Service Board Chair, offered to purchase an ice machine for the Taylor County Human Services Department as their machine is no longer working. The Human Services Board will go into Closed Session at approximately 10:15 a.m. pursuant to Section 19.85(1)(c), Wisconsin State Statues, for the purpose of discussing Director’s Leave of Absence. The Closed Session is expected to last for approximately one half (1/2) hour. A roll call vote will be taken. Director Stanfley requested the board go into Closed Session to discuss the Director’s Leave of Absence. THE HUMAN SERVICES BOARD WENT INTO CLOSED SESSION AT 10:39 a.m. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN; THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES. THE HUMAN SERVICES BOARD CAME OUT OF THE CLOSED SESSION AT 10:51 a.m. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO COME OUT OF THE CLOSED SESSION. STACY LEONARD SECONDED MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN, THE MOTION CARREID WITH SEVEN AYES. The Human Services Board went into Closed Session at 10:39 a.m. and ended at 10:51 a.m. Open Session: The meeting will reconvene in Open Session pursuant to Section 19.85 (1)(C), Wisconsin State Statutes, to address actions stemming from the Closed Session: OPEN SESSION RESUMED AT 10:51 A.M. MOTION BY BUBS, SECOND BY LEONARD TO APPROVE DIRECTOR’S FMLA AND LEAVE OF ABSENCE. MOTION CARRIED. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in the Taylor County Human Services Boardroom. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY MICHAEL BUB TO ADJOURN. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:53 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda February 12, 2024; Human Service Board draft minutes January 22, 2025; Annual Report On -Calls For The Year 2024; Contracts and Amendments for February 12, 2025; Director’s Report; MetaStar Birth to Three Program Review Protocol; MetaStar Children’s Long -Term Support Record Review; CLTS Waiver Year 3 (FY24 -25) Aggregate Report; TPS Claims Report; Remote Work Log; Budget Expense and Revenue; and Unit Numbers. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD January 22, 2025 Taylor County Human Services Boardroom Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. Members Present: Rollie Thums, Sue Swiantek, Paula Dubiak, Lori Willner, Scott Mildbrand, Lisa Carbaugh, Stacy Leonard, and Michael Bub. Members Absent: Lynn Rosemeyer Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Taylor Reinhardt, Peggy Kellnhofer, Jasmin Skerven, Kala Thompson, Rhonda Rudolph, Ashley Paul, and Paula Johnson. Approve Minutes from December 11, 2024, Meeting: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE DECEMBER 11, 2024, MEETING MINUTES. STACY LEONARD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve the Agenda: SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA CONTAINING 13 ITEMS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Public Input: None Children and Family Services Unit Share -Giving Tree: Ashley Paul, CFS Case Manager shared that families who received gifts from the Knights of Columbus Giving Tree were very appreciative and the outpouring of generosity made Christmas brighter for these families. Ashley also shared thank you cards from the families, which Bub will share with the Knights of Columbus. Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding various operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak gave an update on the ADRC. Approve Closing the Departmental Operations on March 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., for Home Visit Safety/Security Training and Basic CPR/AED and Stop the Bleed Training: Director Stanfley requested approval from the board to close the agency on March 19 th for staff training. LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE CLOSING THE AGENCY ON MARCH 19 FROM 9:00 A.M. TO 12:00 P.M. FOR TRAINING. SUE SWIANTEK SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve 2025 Department Program Rates: Rhonda Rudolph, Financial Manager, discussed the 2025 department program rates and requested approval. MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2025 DEPARTMENT PROGRAM RATES. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. Approve 2024 Contracts and Amendments: Director Stanfley discussed the 2024 contract amendments and requested approval. PAULA DUBIAK MADE MOTION TO APPROVE 2024 CONTRACTS AND AMENDMENTS. SCOTT MILDBRAND SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN; THE MOTION CARRIED WITH EIGHT AYES. Approve 2025 Contracts: Rhonda Rudolph, Financial Manager discussed the 2025 Contracts and requested approval from the board. 2024/2025 contract comparison was also shared with the board. SUE SWIANTEK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2025 CONTRACTS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN; THE MOTION CARRIED WITH EIGHT AYES. Director’s Report: Director Stanfley shared the remote log with the board. Stanfley discussed the Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) Assessment and Implementation Plan. T he goal of CLAS Standards implementation is to introduce CLAS Standards in the department and encourage uptake of the CLAS model into departmental policies, procedures, and practices. Ms. Stanfley explained that the agency plans to implement best practices and CLAS Standards in 2025 starting with training for staff to better understand different cultures and their beliefs, updating the department’s Client Rights and Grievance Policy and to better promote and engage diverse groups through social media. The CLAS Assessment will be reassessed at the end of 2025. Stanfley shared 2024 numbers for the Public Health Vending Machines. Stanfley also indicated that an outdoor Public Health Vending Machine will be placed outside of the Sheriff’s Department and the one in the courthouse will move to the Gilman Fire Department. Ms. Stanfley shared the December Community Outreach Event : 988 Suicide Prevention-MASH Girls Hockey was held on Friday, December 13 and Saturday December 14. Jen Meyer and Lori Walsh attended the December Community Outreach event and provided resources. Peggy Kellnhofer, Coordinator of the EA Unit, shared the unit received many applications for the Economic Support Specialist position. Ms. Kellnhofer will start interviewing next week and is hoping to have the position filled by mid-February. Kala Thompson, CFS Coordinator, shared that the unit hired Sierra Jalowitz on December 16 , 2024, for the additional Ongoing/Youth Justice Case Manager position. Ms. Thompson reported the unit moved around some duties and now has one worker who only takes Access calls and Juvenile intakes instead of splitting the duties throughout the unit. Ms. Thompson shared January has had a high volume of CPS calls. Director Stanfley shared the CFS unit did not receive the Family Treatment Court Grant but shared that the department will continue to work with the DA and Treatment Court for other funding options . Jasmin Skerven, Clinical Services Coordinator, shared that the unit has been busy with mental health outpatient services. The unit received funding to help consumers pay for room and board at residential inpatient treatment facilities. Jasmin Skerven reported on the Protective Services Unit as Jen Meyer, Protective Services Coordinator, was not able to attend the meeting . Ms. Skerven shared there were recent changes to duties within the Protective Services unit with one crisis worke r providing more case management as other staff providing more initial crisis assessments. This will be a three -month trial. Taylor Reinhardt, Community Services Unit Coordinator, reported that quality audits for CLTS and Birth to 3 went well. Their program is currently participating in the rescore/remediation process. A summary of results will be shared at the next HSB meeting. He also discussed the DHS Corrective Action Plan , which Taylor County will be required to participate in due to enrollment timeliness, related to the CLTS program. Rhonda Rudolph, HS Fiscal Manager , reported on revenue and expenditure reports and monthly unit reports. Ms. Rudolph report ed the unit wrapped up 2024 Contracts. She also shared TCM electronic authorizations are going well and upgrades to Laserfiche will be coming soon. Director Stanfley reported that the Social Committee provided snacks and refreshments for the recent all-staff training on January 15, 2025, and the pieing of Taylor Reinhardt occurred a few weeks ago. Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. in the Taylor County Human Services Boardroom. Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY SUE SWIANTEK TO ADJOURN. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting was adjourned at 10:40 a.m. Handouts Distributed: Taylor County Human Services Department Meeting Agenda, December 11, 2024, Human Service Board draft minutes, 2025 Department Program Rates, Contracts and Amendments for January 22, 2025, Human Service Board Meeting, 2025 Contracts, Update to CLTS Program Purchase of Service Contracts with County Waiver Agencies, Director’s Report, Remote Work Log, Budget Expense and Revenue, and Unit Numbers. Respectfully submitted, Paula Johnson for Paula Dubiak, Secretary