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TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
December 29, 2022
Human Services Department Boardroom
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Scott Mildbrand, Lisa Carbaugh, Michael Bub, P aula Dubiak,
and Catherine Lemke in person.
Members Absent: Lynn Rosemeyer and Lori Willner
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen
Meyer, Rhonda Rudolph, and Taylor Reinhardt in person.
Approve Mi nutes from the November 9, 2022 Meeting: SCOTT MILDBRAN D MADE A
MOTION TO APPROVE THE NOVEMBER 9, 2022 MEETING MINUTES. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 15 ITEMS. MICHAEL BUB SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
New Staff Introductions: None.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding various
operational topics. No action will be taken on an y of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an update to the Committee regarding the latest ADRC meeting . Michael Bub
provided an updated on the Giving Tree, which provided over 100 gifts to 50 consumers who
work with the Taylor County Human Services Department. Discussion was had pertaining to the
Elder Abuse funds and other resources to help individuals in need.
Approve filling vacancy for Mental Health Counselor : Director Stanfley requested approval
to fill the two Adult Protective Services (APS) /Crisis Case Manager positions. One vacancy was
due to a resignation, and one was a move within the department. Posting occurred and one of
the applicants will be offered a position, posting was then extended with a closing date of
January 9, 2023 to fill the remining position. A MOTION WAS MADE BY MICHAEL BUB TO
APPROVE HIRING TWO APS/CRISIS CASE MANAGERS . CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED. THE
MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Approve continuation of the casual /part-time employee in the CFS Unit: Director Stanfley
requested that the board approve the continuation of a casual/part-time employee in the CFS
Unit. This position will be up to 20 hours per week as needed and will be funded by various
grants depending on scope of work. Questions were asked and discussion was h ad. S COTT
MILDBRAND MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE CONTINUATION OF THE CASUAL /PART-TIME
EMPLOYEE IN THE CFS UNIT. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE
WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Approve 2023 Outpatient Clinical Fees: Director St anfley and Business Manager, Rhonda
Rudolph explained the 2023 Outpatient Clinical Fee Schedule. SCOTT MILDBRAN D MOTIONED
TO APPROVE 202 3 OUTPATIENT CLINICAL FEE SCHEDULE. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE
MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Approve New Contracts and Addenda : Cheryl Ketelhut , CCS/CST/CLTS/CCOP/B-3
Administrator, presented one new CLTS c ontract, one new CCS contract and one addendum to
add CLTS services to and existing CCS contract. MICHAEL BUB MOTIONED TO APPROV E NEW
CONTRACTS AND ADDENDA. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE
WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION WAS CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Approve Director’s Expense Summary: Director Stanfley present the Director Expense
Summary which consisted of mileage reimburseme nt for the amount of $138.60. SCOTT
MILDBRAND MOTIONED TO APPROVE DIRECTOR’S EXPENSE SUMMARY. PAULA DUBIAK
SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CAR RIED WITH SIX
AYES.
Director’s Report: Director Stanfley presented an update on the WI County Human Services
(WCHSA) Association Fall Conference and distributed WCHSA 2023 -2025 Budget Proposals.
Director Stanfley gave an Economic Support update, along with a Children and Family Services
update, which included the hire of an ES Worker, who is currently in the training process, the
Fulcrum Grant Process and the current placement numbers which are decreasing. Jen Meyer,
Clinical Coordinator discussed the expanding of Crisis needs, numbers are increasing this time of
year for Crisis and APS bo th. Ms. Meyer also gave an update on the Consumer Holiday Party.
Taylor Reinhardt, CCS Coordinator provided on update which included the CCS Waiver approval,
the open CCS position, the B -3 and CLTS File Review update and the program waitlists . Rhonda
Rudolph, Business Manager, provided an update on the accounting project through CLA.
The Human Services Board will go into Closed Session at approximately 10:15 a.m. pursuant to
Section 19.85(1)(b), Wisconsin State Statutes, for the Director to provide a brie f update on an
employment matter. (Topic: the decision to accept an employee’s resignation). The Closed
Session is expected to last for approximately fifteen (15) minutes. There will be no action taken
in closed session. At 10:17 a.m., CATHERINE LEMKE MOTIONED TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION.
LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN. MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Open Session: AT 10:36 A.M., THE OPEN SESSION RESUMED.
Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, January 25, at 9:30 a.m. in the Human Services Department Boardroom.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY MICHAEL BUB TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 10:38 a.m.
Handouts Distributed: Directors Report, 2023 Fee Schedule for Notice of Liability for Clinical
Services, Contracts/Addenda for the December 14.2022 Human Service Board Meeting, Detail vs
Budget Report Account Summary, November 9, 2022 Taylor County Human Service Board
Meeting Minutes, November 2022 Remote Work Log, and Unit spreadsheet.
Respectfully submitted:
Suzanne Stanfley
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
November 9, 2022
Human Services Department Boardroom
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Scott Mildbrand, Lisa Carbaugh, Michael Bub, Pau la Dubiak,
and Catherine Lemke in person.
Members Absent: Lynn Rosemeyer and Lori Willner
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen
Meyer, Rhonda Rudolph, and Taylor Reinhardt in person.
Approve Minu tes from the October 12 , 2022 Meeting: SCOTT MILDBRAN D MADE A
MOTION TO APPROVE THE OCTOBER 12 , 2022 MEETING MINUTES. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 15 ITEMS. MICHAEL BUB SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
New Staff Introductions: None.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding various
operational topics. No action will be taken on any of t he topics discussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an update to the Committee regarding the latest ADRC meeting . Michael Bub
provided an updated on the Giving Tree, which provided over 100 gifts to 50 consumers who
work with the Taylor County Human Services Depart ment. Discussion was had pertaining to the
Elder Abuse funds and other resources to help individuals in need.
Approve filling vacancy: Mental Health Counselor: Director Stanfley requested approval to fill
the two Adult Protective Services (APS)/Crisis Ca se Manager positions. Our current counselor ,
Lexy Duvall submitted her letter of resignation with the effective date of December 2 nd. A
MOTION WAS MADE BY MICHAEL BUB TO APPROVE HIRING FOR A NEW MENTAL HEALTH
COUNSELOR. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED. THE MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Approve Clinical Coordinator and Protective Services Coordinator Job Descriptions :
Director Stanfley requested approval for the updated Clinical Coordinator and the Protective
Services Coordinator job description s. This request will change t he Clinical Ser vices Lead
position to a Coordinator position. This will allow a split from the current Clinical Services
Coordinator. The Clinical Services Coordinator would change to Protective Services Coordinator.
This would increase internal efficienc ies thus giving staff more time do work that is revenue
generating. Handout distributed: Clinical Coordinator Taylor County job description and the
Protective Services Coordinator Taylor County job description . Questions were asked and
discussion was had. LYNN ROSEMEYER MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE UPDATED JOB
DESCRIPTIONS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. WITH 6 AYES AND 1 NO, THE
MOTION CARRIED.
Approve New Contracts and Addenda : Cheryl Ketelhut , CCS/CST/CLTS/CCOP/B-3
Administrator, presented the already e xisting contracts and addenda for the open CLTS
(Children’s Long-Term Services) position that is fully funded by the CLTS program to be
approved. MICHAEL BUB MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE EXISTING CONTRACTS AND ADDENDA.
CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROL L CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION
WAS CARRIED WITH 7 AYES.
Review Remote Work: Director Stanfley presented the October Remote Work Log for review.
Handout distributed: October Remote Work (including 14 employees). The Board requested the
review of remote work logs be removed from agenda but continued to be added to the
informational packet.
Director’s Report: Director Stanfley presented an update on the Public Health Emergency,
which will lead to eff ects on Foodshare, Medicaid and the CCS program. Ms. K etelhut explained
this will put a hardship on the CCS program because their clients/patients must be covered by
Medicaid. If they were to become no longer eligible for Medicaid, they will then no longer be
able to receive services through the CCS program, which will lead to more mental health and
crisis needs. Director Stanfley mentioned the Northern Income Administrator will be retiring and
they have found an eligible candidate to fill that position. Ec onomic Support: Peggy Kellnhofer,
Deputy Director/EA Coordinator explained they will be interviewing 5 candidates for their open
position. Julie Clarkson, CFS Coordinator wanted to thank the board for approving the casual
position for Kathy Tingo to work a pproximately 20 hours a week to help with the caseload on
the Children and Families Unit. Ms. Clarkson also stated BRI has not been able to assist with
many supervised visits due to being short -staffed and Ms. Tingo has been assisting with this as
well. Je n Meyer , Clinical Coordinator discussed the expanding of Crisis needs, numbers are
increasing this time of year for Crisis and APS both. Ms. Meyer suspects more than average thi s
year because of the expiring of health benefits, which will lead to more cases. Ms. Meyer
discussed the importance of filling the M ental Health Counselor position due to clientele being
at maximum capacity . Ms. Ketelhut provided with an update on the CCS unit; Mia Bleicher,
service facilitator will be t aking over Marlana Livingston position. There is still an open ing in
their unit , in terviews are being held next week, this position is in hopes to help enroll more
children into the program and take them of f the waitlist. As more children are being taken off
the waiting list, more are being added on. CCS desk review has been delayed, th ere will be
fifteen CLTS files and five B -3 files for quality reviews in December and will receive results back
in late December. Rhonda Rudolph, Business Manager, explained the recent revenue that the
department has received . Ms. Clarkson then provided an update on the social committee
activities to come.
The Human Services Board will go into Closed Session at approximately 10:00 a.m.
pursuant to Section 19.85(1)c, Wisconsin State Statutes, for the purpose of discussing CCS
Coordinator interviews. The Cl osed Session is expected to last for approximately thirty
(30) minutes. A roll call vote will be taken. At 10:25 a.m., CATHERINE LEMKE MOTIONED
TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL
WAS TAKEN. MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Open Session: AT 10:50 A.M., THE OPEN SESSION RESUMED. A MOTION WAS MADE BY
MICHAEL BUB TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE DIRECTOR’S DE CISION REGARDING HIRING THE
NEW CCS COORDINATOR. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL WAS
TAKEN. MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, December 14, 2022, at 9:30 a.m. in the Human Services Department Boardroom.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY MICHAEL BUB TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 10:52 a.m.
Handouts Distributed: October 12, 2022, Draft Meeting Minutes, Taylor County Job Description
for Clinical Services Coordinator and Protective Services Coordinator, Contracts/Addenda for the
November 09, 2022, Human Services Board Meeting, October Remote Work Log, Director’s
Report Taylor County Human Services Boa rd Meeting November 9, 2022, Detail vs Budget
Report Revenues, Detail vs Budget Report Expenses, and Program Summary Reports.
Respectfully submitted:
Marisa Radloff
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
October 12, 2022
Human Services Department Boardroom
Call Meeting to Order: Vice Chairman Scott Mildbrand called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Members Present: Lynn Rosemeyer, Scott Mildbrand, Lisa Carbaugh, Michael Bub, Paula
Dubiak and Lori Willner in person.
Members Absent: Rollie Thums and Catherine Lemke
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Cheryl Ketelhut, Julie
Clarkson, Peggy Kellnhofer, Jen Meyer, Rhonda Rudolph , Marisa Radloff , and Jenn Arndt in
person.
Approve Minutes from the September 14, 2022, Meeting, and September 22, 2022 Special
Meeting: LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER 14 , 2022
MEETING MINUTES, AND SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES. LISA CARBAUGH
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 14 ITEMS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
New Staff Introductions: Marisa Radloff, Administrative Assistant, introduced herself.
Agency Staff Re ports- Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) : Cheryl Ketelhut ,
CCS/CST/CLTS/CCOP/B-3 Administrator , presented to the board the two o pen positions; one
position was accepted and the new hire will be starting October 31, 2022. Second position is in
process with checking references. Referrals continue to grow along with the waitlist for enrolling
children.
Public Input : Michael Bub updat ed Knights of Columbus are working on a Givin g Tree
providing gifts through Human Services. Human Services will provide a confidential list of 100
people, children, and adults needs and wants. List will be provided by the end of October.
Knights of Columbus will be wrapping gifts on November 12, 2022 and bringing them to Human
Services for distribution. Was agreed upon to do again this year.
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
provided an update to the Committee regarding the latest ADRC meetin g. Currently it is still
advantageous for Taylor County to partner with Forest County (A DRC of the Northwoods). Ms.
Stanfley indicated that if the partnership between Taylor and Forest County dissolves the County
would essentially have three options per the GWARR Executive Director; 1. ADRC become a local
nonprofit entity (like Brown County) 2. Commission on Aging integrated with the AD RC 3. Or
ADRC and Commission on Aging integrate and go under the Human Services umbrella. Ms.
Stanfley also indicated that if Elderly Benefits Specialist was under a county department the
position could drawdown on Medicaid dollars by doing 100% time repor ting for Medicaid
activities. Ms. Stanfley will document her conv ersation with GWARR and email to appropriate
members per the request of Lynn Rosemeyer. Questions were asked and discussion was had.
Establish an IDIP (Intoxicated Driver Intervention Prog ram) Committee: Ms. Stanfley
requested approval to establish an IDIP committee to become compliant with DHS 62. The IDIP
committee will consist of one law enforcement, one provider, one Human Service member, one
court system, and one consumer, which will m eet quarterly. This committee will develop and
review operating p rocedures and policies, oversee operation of service deliv ery systems and
programs and shall annual evaluate service delivery. Michael Bub will be nominated by Human
Services Board to be the County Board member of this IDIP committee. A MOTION WAS MADE
BY MICHAEL BUB TO APPROVE ESTABLISHING A IDIP COMMITTEE. LORI WILLNER SECONDED. A
ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Approve New Contracts and Addenda: There was one new contract provided to the Board for
approval. Handout distributed: Contracts/Addenda for the October 12, 2022 Human Se rvices
Board Meeting. Questions were asked and discussion was had. LISA CARBAUGH MOTIONED TO
APPROVE THE BOX AND BELL FITNESS PROVID ER CONTRACT. LORI WILLNER SECONDED THE
MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Approve Bad Debt Write -Offs: Rhonda Rudolph, Business Manager, presented the 2022 Bad
Debt List for Board Approval. She explained much of this debt has been passed along to the
Department of Revenue; they pursued efforts to collect, and it is now determined uncolle ctable.
Questions were asked, discussion was had. MICHAEL BUB MOTIONED TO APPROV E THE BAD
DEBT WRITE-OFFS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN.
THE MOTION WAS CARRIED WITH 5 AYES AND 1 NO.
Review Remote Work: Ms. Stanfley presented the September Remote Work Log for review.
Handout distributed: September Remote Work (included 1 8 employees). The Board reviewed
some questions were asked and discussion was had.
Director’s Report: Ms. Stanfley presented taking on a new fully funded position through the
consortium. The NIMC consortium would cover any overhead costs and would pay for wages
and benefits. Human Serv ices is currently at a maximum authorized positions (40 positions).
Increasing the number of authorized positions would be to be approved by the Finance and
Personnel Committee and the County Boar d. Scott Mildbrand supported the idea, but did
mentioned tha t if the funding through the consortium would end so would th is p osition.
Michael Bub had concerns of filling vacancies in that unit and then having those hired
employees leave for other Human Services or County positions . Lynn Rosemeyer, Michael Bub
and Lisa Carbaugh agreed to pass on this new position mentioned, as of now.
Ms. Stanfley commented on the remote work policy, t here is no policy that states how many
days employees are able to work from home versus working in office. Peggy Kellnhofer,
Economic Support Coordinator provided an update that they w ould like to offer work from
home four days a week and one day in office to NIMC employees in hopes to retain employees.
Ms. Kellnhofer indicated that the department will be readvertising the open Economic Support
position. Ms. Kellnhofer would like to rotate the office work and remote work schedule within
the employees. This was agreed upon with the board.
Unit Restructure was discussed in a meeting last week pertaining to Ms. Ketelhut’s retirement. It
was discussed to make CCS its own unit. CCS, CST, and CCOP units wer e broken up to see the
number of hours worked on each unit weekly. Results came to 20 hours a week, which is not
enough for a full -time position. It was then d ecided it is not able to happen, ended discussion.
Looking into the Clinical Unit it was determi ned to split the AODA, Mental Health Clinic apart
from Cri sis/APS and all legal services. Ms. Stanfley will be updating the Clinical Lead job
description to include a supervisory role. Updated job description will be added to the
November Board Meeting for approval.
Julie Clarkson, CFS Coordinator, updated that the agency was contacted by the Court to apply
for Title-IV-E, as the number of CHIPS cases the agency has had, has risen a dol lar amount that
qualifies the County for the program. This agency will take the lead in submitting the application
with the courts help. While this won’t generate revenue for the agency, it will bring money back
to the county.
Jen Meyer, Clinical Services Coordinator, provided us with an update on the Clinical Unit stating
this time of year is very challenging with behavioral health needs and struggling to admit people
in need into facilities because of high volumes . Facilities are turning referrals away d ue to staff
shortage; facilities are working with us to find other placements. Crisis and APS staff remain busy
as they are worki ng with the Crisis Consortium, doing in -depth screening, and working with
school systems to find coordinators for children in c risis. New caseworker was introduced as
Melanie Sperl.
Ms. Ketelhut di scussed her job position being open, the position is curre ntly on the Taylor
County website and will go out into the newspapers. Ms. Ketelhut stated there is currently 22
people on the CLTS waitlist, staff was able to enroll four but are continuing to add more. 16 of
the 22 are not receiving any services and staf f are actively working to enroll six . Due to high
volume of needs the waitlist remains as a steady high number. CCS has hired one an d the
second position is still in proc ess and under discussion. Cheryl’s job description will be updated
to be made more accurate due to various responsibilities.
Lynn Rosemeyer provided an update regarding a resolution she is working on regarding the
hiring process.
Ms. Rudolph discussed CFS numbers are still very h igh, and APS is high as well and continue to
increase. All APS calls (18 years of age and older) will be investigated and responded to
appropriately because of a change in statue.
Ms. Clarkson provided an update on upcoming Social Committee events ; door d ecorating,
costumes and trick or treating.
Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. in the Human Services Department Boardroom.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY LISA CAR BAUGH TO ADJOURN. LYNN ROSEMEYER
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 10:42 a.m.
Handouts Distributed: September 14th Meeting Draft Minutes, September 22 nd Meeting Draft
Minutes, 2022 Bad Debt List for Board Approval, Septemb er 2022 Remote Work Log, Director’s
Report Taylor County H uman Services Board Meeting October 12, 2022, Adult
Protective/Alzheimer Services - Adults and Elderly, Birth to 3, Children’s Lo ng Te rm
Support/Children’s Community Options Program , Comprehensive Co mmunity Services, Crisis,
Mental Health Case Management, Mental Health Outpatient, and Children and Families Services
(CFS) thru August 2022. Detail vs Budget Report- Account Summaries and Fund Summaries.
Respectfully submitted:
Marisa Radloff
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
September 22, 2022
Taylor County Human Services Department – Boardroom
Call Meeting to Order: Vice C hairman Scott Mildbrand called the meeting to order at 10:00
a.m.
Members Present: Scott Mildbrand, Catherine Lemke, Paula Dubiak, Lisa Carbaugh, and Lynn
Rosemeyer.
Members Absent: Rollie Thums, Michael Bub, Lori Willner.
Other Attendees: Suzanne Stanfley, Julie Clarkson, Marisa Radloff, and Jenn Arndt.
Approve the Agenda: CATHERINE LEMKE MADE A M OTION TO APPROVE THE A GENDA
CONTAINING 4 ITEMS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): Social Worker / Case Manager [CFS] : An internal emplo yee
moved to a different position within the agency, therefore, o pening this position. Questions
were asked and discussion was had. LYNN ROSEMEYER MADE MOTION TO AP PROVE FILLING
THE SOCIAL WORKER / CASE MANAGER [CFS] . LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED. THE MOTION
CARRIED WITH FIVE AYES.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY PAULA DUBI AK TO ADJOURN. CATHER INE LEMKE
SECONDED. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 10:03 a.m.
Respectfully submitted:
Jenn Arndt
For Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
September 14, 2022
Human Services Department Boardroom
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:27 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums , Lynn Rosemeyer, Catherine Lemke , Scott Mildbrand, Lisa
Carbaugh, and Lori Willner in person.
Members Absent: Michael Bub and Paula Dubiak.
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting ) Suzanne Stanfley, Cheryl Ketelhut, Julie
Clarkson, Peggy Kellnhofer, Jen Meyer, Rhonda Rudolph , Jasmin Skerven, and Jenn Arndt in
person.
Approve Minutes from the August 1 0, 202 2 Meeting, Augus t 10, 2022 Open Public
Meeting, and August 25, 2022 Meetin g: CATHERINE LEMKE MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE
THE AUGUST 10, 2022 MEETING MINUTES, AUGUST 10, 2022 OPEN PUBLIC MEETING MINUTES,
AND AUGUST 25, 2022 MEETING MINUTES. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 12 ITEMS. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
CHAIRMAN, ROLLIE THUMS, REQUESTED THE BOARD JUMP AHEAD TO AGENDA ITEM NUMBER
SEVEN, REVIEW AND APPROVE 2023 PROPOSED BUDGET.
Review and Approve 2023 Proposed Budget: Rhonda Rudolph, Business Manager, presented
to the board the Proposed 2023 Budget. Handouts Provided: 2023 Budget Summary, 2023 Total
Budget Summary, High-Cost Placements: Year to Year Compar ison, 2023 Year -to-Year
Community Ai ds, Levy and WIMCR Funding Comparison, Year -to-Year Wage and Benefit
Comparison, and 2023 Human Services Budget. Some main points tou ched on and discussed
was an increase in Health Insurance costs b y 7% as set by county guidelines, county wide wage
increase, telephone costs decrease, increase of one employee, breakdown of the budget by
department, and discr etionary fund review. After di scussion, A MOTION WAS MADE BY
CATHERINE LEMKE TO APPROVE THE 2 023 PROPOSED BUDGET AND SEND IT TO THE BUDGET
REVIEW. LISA C ARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE
MOTION CARRIED WITH SIX AYES AND TWO ABSENT.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding various
operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Catherine Lemke
provided an update to the Committee regarding the latest ADRC meeting where it was
discovered the ADRC does not receive 100% funding for the EBS worker as the ADRC is not
under Human Services. The Commission on Aging is also losing funding due to not being under
Human Services. Questions were asked and discussion was had. Suzanne Stanfley, Director, will
look further into this and report back to the boar d at a future meeting. Ms. Lemke also
provided an update regarding the accounting fi rm for the ADRC. Questions were asked and
discussion was had.
Approve filling Vacancy(ies): CCS Coordin ator, CCS Service Facilitator : Ms. Stanfley
requested approval to fill the vacancy for CCS Coordinator due to retirement of current staff.
She requested a 30 -day overlap to allow current staff to train the new hire. A MOTION WAS
MADE BY SCOTT MILDBRAND TO APPROVE FILLING THE POSITION OF CCS COORDINATOR
WITH 30-DAY OVERLAP. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED. THE MOTION CARRIED. Ms. Stanfley
also requested to fill the vacancy for CCS Service Facilitator due to resignation of current staff.
The agency already has a C CS Service Facilitator position posted , so there would be no need to
repost this positi on. A MOTION WAS MADE BY LYNN ROSEM EYER TO APPROVE FILLING THE
POSITION OF CCS SERVICE FACILITATOR. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED. THE MOTION
CARRIED.
Approve New Contracts and Addenda: There were five new contracts, and one amendment
provided to the Board for approval. Handout distributed: Contracts/Addenda for the September
14, 2022 Human Services Board Meeting. Questions were asked and discussion was had.
CATHERINE LEM KE MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE SEPTEMBER CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS.
LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION
CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Review Remote Work: Ms. Stanfley presented the August Remote Work Log for review.
Handout distributed: August Remote Work (included 10 employees). The Board re viewed with
no questions.
Director’s Report: Ms. Stanfley presented the Director’s Report. Handout(s) distributed:
September 2022 Director’s Report, August 2022 Revenue Report, August 2022 Expense Report,
CLTS/CCOP caseload numbers through July 2022, Mental Health Case Manage ment caseload
numbers through July 2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers through July 2022, CCS
caseload numbers through July 2022, Crisis caseload numbers thr ough July 2022, CFS caseload
numbers through August 2022, Adult Protective Services caseload numbers through July 2022.
Ms. Stanfley updated that the agency roof will be replaced over the next two weeks. In addition
to this, the Education Center is havin g their parking lot repaired. She will be asking staff, who
are able to work from home , to do so to lessen parking lot con gestion in the next two weeks.
Ms. Stanfley updated that t he County Clerk continues to work on finding a replacement vehicle
for the agency. Ms. Stanfley shared that with the upcoming retirement o f the CCS Coordinator,
it is a great time to look at efficiencies and services within the agency to best serve the clients of
Taylor County. Jen Meyer, Clinical Services Coordinator, updated the board on Department of
Health Services Chapter 75: Communit y Substance Use Servic e. This will be a big change that
will affect the outpatient clinic effective October 1, 2022 and agency policies and procedures are
being updated . Ms. Meyer also upda ted regarding the recent Suicide Prevention walk and
collaboration with other community organizations. Clinical staff also continue to work hard to
move clients out of high -cost pla cements. Peggy Kellnhofer, Economic Support Coordinator,
updated that int erviews were held for the Economic Support Specialist position; h owever, the
individual offered the position, recently declined. Ms. Kellnhofer plans to reevaluate candidates.
Chairman Thums thanked Ms. Kellnhofer for her efforts as Deputy Director during Ms. Stanfley’s
leave of absence. CFS Coordinator, Julie Clark son, updated that in a ddition to having a Foster
Care boot h at the Taylor County Fair, the Foster Care Coordinator also attended the Back to
School Fair. Community members have asked for Fos ter Care packets. Clinical Lead, Jasmin
Skerven, provided an upd ate regarding a n AODA success story. Cheryl Ketelhut,
CCS/CST/CLTS/CCOP/B-3 Administrator , updated tha t approximately five children have been
removed from the CLTS waitlist; however, additio nal children have been added. Currently,
children in need of home modifications to ensure safety are being prioritized. Ms. Ketelhut also
updated that the Birth -to-Three Coordinator is beginning to train in CLTS. Rhonda Rudolph,
Business Manager, pointed out that $30,000 has been transferred to the agency from Circui t
Court for Juvenile Intake. Julie Clarkson provided an update on recent Social Committee events.
Set Next Meeting Date and Time: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for
Wednesday, October 12, 2022 at 9:30 a.m. in the Human Services Department Boardroom.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY LISA CARBA UGH TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 10:44 a.m.
Handouts: Distributed: September 14th Meeting Agenda, Drafted August Public Hearing Minutes;
Drafted August H S Board Meeting Minutes; 2023 Budget Summary, 2023 Total Budget
Summary, High-Cost Placements: Year to Year Comparison, 2023 Year -to-Year Community Aids,
Levy and WIMCR Funding Comparison, Year -to-Year Wage and Benefit Comparison, and 2023
Human Services Budget; Contracts/Addenda for the September 14, 2022 Human Services Board
Meeting; August Remote Work ; September 2022 Director’s Report, August 2022 Revenue
Report, August 2022 Expense Report, CLTS/CCOP caseload numbers through July 20 22, Mental
Health Case Management caseload numbers through July 2022, Mental Health Outpa tient
caseload numbers through July 2022, CCS caseload numbers through July 2022, Crisis caseload
numbers through July 2022, CFS caseload numbers through August 2022, Adult Protective
Services caseload numbers through July 2022.
Respectfully submitted:
Jenn Arndt
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
August 25, 2022
Taylor County Human Services Department – Board Room
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Scott Mildbrand, Catherine Lemke , Michael Bub, Lynn
Rosemeyer, Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak
Members Absent: Lori Willner
Other Attendees: Peggy Kellnhofer, Cheryl Ketelhut, Julie Clarkson and Tori Borman
Approve the Agenda: MICHAEL BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 4 ITEMS. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve filling vacancy (ies): Comprehensive Community Services [CCS] Service Facilitator: An
internal employee moved to a new position within the agency, therefore, opening this position.
Questions were asked and discussion was had. LYNN ROSEMEYE R MADE MOTION TO
APPROVE FILLING THE COMPREHENSIVE COMMUNITY SERV ICES [CCS] SERVICE FAC ILITATOR.
LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY LISA C ARBAUGH TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 9:03 a.m.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
For Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
August 10, 2022
Taylor County Education Center – Rooms 101A/B
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called t he meeting to order at 1:22 p.m.,
following the Public Hearing.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Catherine Lemke, Paula Dubiak, Lori Willner, Mike Bub and
Lynn Rosemeyer.
Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh and Scott Mildbrand.
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Peggy Kellnhofer, Julie Clarkson, Rhonda
Rudolph, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen Meyer , Amber Fallos , and Tori Borman in person. Suzanne
Stanfley, and an unknown individual via zoom.
Approve Minutes from the July 13, 2022 meeting: MIKE BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE
THE July 13 , 2022 , MEETING MINUTES. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 12 ITEMS. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Agency Staff Reports – Birth to 3 Program Determination Status: Cheryl Ketelhut, CCS
Supervisor who o versees the Birth to Three Program provided an update regarding the
Determination Status for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2020: July 1, 2020 – June 30, 2021 letter that
was received from the State. Ch eryl was pleased to report that Taylor County was provided the
Meets Requirements. In addition, the Board received the Birth to Three flyer that explained what
is done through the program and introduces the staff that the consumers would work with.
Public Input: This topic was moved ahead of the Agency Staff Reports. Amber Fallos, Black
River Industries Director reported the need of transportation has increased due to the current
state of our economy and gas prices being so high . In addition, Peggy Ke llnhofer, Deputy
Director did give a positive remembrance on a retired employee of Human Services that has
recently passed away.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding various
operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics di scussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an up date to the Committee regarding the ADRC. Questions were asked and
discussion was had.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): Administrative Assistant, Social Worker/Case Manager [CPS]:
Deputy Director Peggy Kellnhofer provided an update of two resignations that were received
within the Agency . Chairman, Rollie Thums did discuss the process with currently having two
open positions within the agency and what should the time limit be without calling a specia l
meeting of getting the approval to fill an existing position. Questions were asked and discussion
was had. MICHAEL BUB MADE MOT ION TO APPROVE FILLING VACANCIES FOR SOCIAL
WORKER/CASE MANA GER [CPS] AND ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT . C ATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve New Contracts an d addenda : There was one amended contract provided to the
Board for appro val. Handout distributed: Contracts/Addenda for the August 10, 2022 Human
Services Board Meeting. Questions were asked and discussion was had. MIKE BUB MOTIONED
TO APPROVE THE August CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE
MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHS SIX AYES.
Review Remote Work: Deputy Director Kellnhofer presented the July Remote Work Log
Spreadsheet for review . Handout(s) distributed: July Remote Work Spreadsheet (included 8
employees). The Board reviewed the spreadsheet. No questions were had.
Director’s Repo rt: Deputy Director Kellnhofer presented the Director’s Report . Handout(s)
distributed: August 2022 Director’s Report, July 2022 Revenue Report, July 2022 Expense Report,
Children and Families Se rvices caseload numbers through July 2022, CLTS/CCOP Caseloa d
numbers through June 2022, Adult Protective(APS) caseload numbers through June 2022, Birth
to Three Caseload numbers thro ugh June 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers through June 2022,
CCS Caseload nu mbers through June 2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload n umbers
through June 2022, Mental Health Case Management caseload through June 2022. Deputy
Director Kellnhofer provided an update regarding vacancies throughout the agency, specifically
the CLTS position. It was noted, if an internal applicant applies and moves, their position will be
vacant, therefore, there will be po tential for a special meeting to start the hiring process – if it
will be quite some time until the next Human Services Board Meeti ng. Peggy Kellnhofer
provided an update on Economic Support unit. It was mentioned that the Emergency Order is
still in effe ct and keeping the workers busy, especially with the curre nt open position. Th e job
posting closes August 12, 2022. Suzanne Stanfley, Director added a comment regarding the
applicants from the EA position. It was announced that HR Manager, Nicole Hager has given
the opportunity of potentially using the applic ants from the EA posting for the now open ,
Administrative Assistant position. Julie Clarkson provided an update regarding Children a nd
Families Unit and stated that her unit attended a training tog ether that focused on Mindset and
Gratitude. She reported she received positive feedback from all . In addition, Clarkson shared
Foster Care Recruitment had a booth at the Taylor County Fair and stated names were received
for finding out additional inform ation about Foster Car e licensing. Deputy Director Peggy
Kellnhofer reported for Mental Health and stated the unit remains busy and seems Adult
Protective Services (APS) seems to be increasin g. Director Stanfley added an additional
comment to update the B oard that the Social W orker/Case Manager position has been filled
and the new individual will be starting September 6 th, 2022. Cheryl Ketelhut provided an update
regarding the CLTS waitlist, specifically the State said Taylor County does not need to go in
order, rather than goi ng on the acuity level of the child . Currently, there are 38 chil dren
enrolled, 21 on the waitlist and have some pending eligibility. Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Manager
reported o n the July Expenses and Revenue, with stating the placemen ts for Children and
Families are considerably high. Questions were had and discussion was had.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
September 14, 2022 at 9:30 with being held at Taylor County Human Services Board Room.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY PAULA DU BIAK TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 2:06 p.m.
Handouts distributed: August Meeting Agenda; Draft July 13, 2022 HS Board Meeting Minutes;
August Contract/amendments sheet; July Remote Work Log spreadsheet; August 2022 Director’s
Report, July 2022 Revenue Report, July 2022 Expense Report, Children and Families Services
caseload numbers through July, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers through June 2022, Adult
Protective(APS) caseload numbers through June 2022, Birth to Three Caseload numbers through
June 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers through June 2022, CCS Caseload numbers through June
2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers through June 2022, Mental Health Case
Management caseload through June 2022.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD - PUBLIC HEARING
August 10, 2022
Taylor County Education Center – Room 101 A/B
Call Meeting to Order: The Public Hearing on the 2023 Plan and Budget for the Taylor County
Human Services Department was held on Wednesday, August 10, 2022, at the Taylor County
Education Center.
THE PUBLIC HEARING WAS CALLED TO ORDER BY CHAIRMAN ROLLIE THUMS AT 1:00 P.M.
Members Present: Members in attendance were Catherine Lemke, Michael Bub, Paula Dubiak,
Lori Willner, Lynn Rosemeyer and Rollie Thums in person
Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh and Scott Mildbrand
Human Services staff: Peggy Kellnhofer, Rhonda Rudolph, Jen Meyer, Jasmin Skerven, Taylor
Reinhardt, Julie Clarkson, Cheryl Ketelhut , Gwen Thomas and Tori Borman, in person . Suzanne
Stanfley and unknown individual attended via zoom.
Introduction to Public Hearing Peggy Kellnhofer, Human Services Deputy Director and
Rollie Thums, Human Services Board Chair: Human Services Deputy Director Peggy
Kellnhofer and Chairman Rollie Thums welcomed the individuals in attendance.
Human Services Cond ucts Public Hearing for Year 202 3 Plan and Budget: Next, Chairman
Thums asked if anyone in attendance wanted to provide oral testimony. Those that provided
oral testimony was Amber Fallos, George Webb, and Gwen Thomas
Amber Fallos, Director of Black River Industries (BRI), spoke in regard to the County Budget
that does pay for Long Term Care in Taylor County. Amber also stated how closely she and her
agency works with the Comprehensive Community Services (CCS) and the Children Long Term
Support (CLTS) pro gram, specifically how both programs are supportive to the consum ers
within our communi ty. She stated the State funded CLT S program started a new summer
program through BRI for 14 –21-year-old ind ividuals and because of our staff at Human
Services giving these individuals the opportunity to be enrolled in the program, t hey are able
to do the se fun activities. In a ddition, Am ber read notes from the individuals currently
enrolled in the summer prog ram with what they enjoy . Fallos added to the list that BRI does
help with, which is, the Parent Supervision and the help of cleaning for the Child ren and
Families Unit. T his is to e nsure the safety is maintained for the children. Ms. Fallos spoke
highly of all the programs in our agency and thank ed the Board to continuing to support the
positions and relayed the need of all of positions.
George Webb provided an oral testimony reg arding the journey he endured throughout the
Moral Reconation Therapy (MR T) Program. He praised his co -facilitators, Jasmin Skerven and
Taylor Reinhardt but he did give a detailed description of wh at he truly lear ned in the program
and how he is applying it to his everyday life now. He provided to the Board of the benefit of
having this program available to the members of the communit y who are referred to it. He
thanked the Board for their time an d allowing this program to be part of Taylor County Human
Services.
Gwen Thomas, Administrative Assistant for the Clinical Unit a t Taylor County Human Services
Department provided an oral testimony regarding compassion and gratitude of her co -workers.
She stated that she is thankful to work among all of her co -workers who will go above and
beyond for all their consumers to provide such a positive support to them.
Closing Comments – Chairman Thums stated he appreciated those providing testimony and
thanked everyone for coming to the hearing.
CHARIMAN, ROLLIE THUMS, ADJOURNED THE PUBLIC HEARING AT 1:21 PM.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
July 13, 2022
Taylor County Human Services Department – Board Room
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Catherine Lemke, Paula Dubiak, Lori Willner, Mike Bub and
Scott Mildbrand.
Members Absent: Lisa Carbaugh and Lynn Rosemeyer
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Julie Clarkson, Rhonda
Rudolph, Peggy Kellnhofer, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen Meyer, Sue Kraus, and Tori Borman.
Approve Minutes from the June 15 , 2022 meeting: MIKE BUB MADE A MOTION TO
APPROVE THE June 15th , 2022 , MEETING MINUTES. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agen da: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE T HE AGENDA
CONTAINING 16 ITEMS. SCOTT MILDBRAND SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between Board Membe rs and Human Services employees regarding various
operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an update to the Committee regardin g the ADRC. Questions were asked and
discussion was had. Chairman, Roll ie Thums spoke regarding some frustration with the
hiring/posting process which holds up posting a n existing position. Questions were asked and
discussion was had.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): Social Worker/Case Manager [Clinical Services Unit] and
Economic Support Specialist : Director Stanfley provided an update of two resign ations that
were received within the Agency . SCOTT MILDBRAN D MADE MOTION TO APPROVE FILLING
VACANCIES FOR SOCIAL WORKER/CASE MANAGER AND ECONOMIC SUPPORT SPECIALIST.
CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the 2021 Annual Report: Director Stanfley provided the 2021 Annual Report to the
board for approval . MIKE BUB MADE MOTION TO APPROVE THE 2021 ANNUA L REPORT .
CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve 2023 Plan for Budget and Planning Process for Public Hearing : Director Stanfley
provided the Board with the handout involving the process of Public Hearing. It was discussed
and suggested to shorten the agenda or hold separate meetings that are concerning the
budget. It was decided to move back the Public Hearing to August instead of the previous
change in Oc tober 2022. MIKE BUB MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE 2023 PLAN FOR BUDGET
AND PLANNING PR OCESS FOR PUBLIC HEARI NG, NOTING THE PUBLIC HEARING DATE I N
AUGUST. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Interagency Program for the Intoxicated Drive r Committee/IPID Committee Update :
Director Stanfley identified that DHS Administ rative has revised Chapter 75. Clinical
Coordinator, Jen Meyer explained the process in detail. Essentially, with the revisions it is said to
create an IDP Committee by Oct ober of 2022. In addition to the committee needing to be
created, a person on the Board will need to be appointed to the IDP Committee. Que stions
were had and discussion was had. No action was taken.
Approve New Contracts and addenda : There was one new contract, and one amendment
were provided to the Board for approval. Handout d istributed: Contracts/Addenda for the July
13, 2022 Human Services Board Meeting. Questions were asked and discussion was had . MIKE
BUB MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE July CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS. PAULA DUBIAK
SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHS SIX
AYES.
Review Remote Work: Director Stanfley presented the June Remote Work Log Spreadsheet for
review. Handout(s) distributed: June Remote Work Sp readsheet (included 11 employees). The
board reviewed the spreadsheet. Director Stanfley presented information to the Board that she
does work with the IT Department periodically to ensure the VPNs are being used per Remote
Work Requirements. No questions were added.
Director’s Report: Director Stanfley presented the Director’s Repo rt. Handout(s) distributed:
July 2022 Director’s Report, July 2022 Revenue Report, July 2022 Expense Report, Children and
Families Services caseload numbers through June 2022, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers through
May 2022, Adult Protective(APS) caseload numbers through May 2022, Birth to Three Caseload
numbers thro ugh May 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers through May 2022, CCS Caseload
numbers through May 2022, Mental Health Outpati ent caseload numb ers through May 2022,
Mental Health Case Management caseload thro ugh May 2022. Director Stanfley shared she has
completed the Safety in Child Protective Services – Present Danger which was recommended by
PDS to screen CPS Reports . Director Stanfley shared the policy for Client, Visitor Personal
Property in Restricted Area. Director Stanfley indicated the policy was reviewed by the Sheriff to
ensure further safety of our clients, visitors, and staf f. Director Stanfley indicated the roles and
responsibilities have been distributed for throughout her maternity leave. Che ryl Ketelhut
provided a report regarding the CCS Provide rs and expressed the frustration of finding
providers. In addition, Cheryl discussed the waitlist for the CCS and CLT S Program. Cheryl and
Business Manager, Rhonda, explained an update of creating a new process of billing, and stated
it will generate more of a revenue for the program. Peggy Kellnhofer spoke about the sadness of
losing another worker, especially because o f all the long pr ocess of training purposes. CFS
Coordinator, Julie Clarkson addressed some of the placements that her unit is currently
experiencing. In addition to all the placements, Julie applauded her entire staff for continuing to
do a remarkable j ob while managing difficult cases. Jen Meyer provided an updated on the
Clinical Services Unit concerning the staff member leaving and plan on distributing that caseload
until a new individual is hired. In addition, the unit is currently experiencing a lot of change with
different resources. Such as 988 for Mental Health Crisis becomi ng available after July 16th, but
in full swing beginning of Spring of 2023. Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Manager touched base on the
high placements across the units. Rhonda noted that most of the se placements are high-cost
placements and Court ordered. In addition to the placements, Rhonda explained that she will be
working on new account numbers as she continues to work on her accounting process with CLA.
Questions were had and discussion was had.
Closed Session: The Human Services Board will go into Closed Session at approximat ely
10:30 a.m. pursuant to Section 1 9.85 (1)(c), Wisconsin State Statutes, for the purpose of
discussing Directors Six Month Performance Evaluation. The Closed Session is expected to
last for approximately one(1) hour . A roll call vot e will be taken: At 10:35 a.m., MIKE BUB
MOTIONED TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL
CALL WAS TAKEN. MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Open Session: At 11:15 a.m., the open session resumed. Due to no course of action being taken,
no motion or seconded was necessary.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
August 10, 2022 at Taylor County Educational Center at 9:30 a.m.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY MIKE BUB TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 11:15 A.m.
Handouts distribute d: July Meeting Agenda ; Draft June 13 , 2022 HS Board Meeting Minutes;
2021 Annual Report; P ublic Participating Planning Process – 2023 Budget handout, July
Contract/amendments sheet; June Remote Work Log spreadsheet; July 2022 Director’s Report,
June 2022 Revenue Report, June 2022 Expense Report, Children and Families Services c aseload
numbers through June, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers through May 2022, Adult Protective(APS)
caseload numbers through May 2022, Birth to Three Caseload numbers through May 2022,
Crisis Caseload numbers through May 2022, CCS Caseload numbers through May 2022, Mental
Health Outpatient caseload numbers through May 2022, Mental Health C ase Management
caseload through May 2022.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
June 15, 2022
Taylor County Human Services Department – Board Room
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Catherine Lemke, Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak, Lo ri Willner,
Lynn Rosemeyer, Mike Bub and Scott Mildbrand.
Members Absent: None
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Julie Clarkson, Rhonda
Rudolph, Peggy Kellnhofer, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen Meyer , Emily Tobin, Nicole Hager, and Tori
Borman.
Approve Minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting: MIKE BUB MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE
THE May 11th , 2022, MEETING MINUTES. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE
MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: LISA CARBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPRO VE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 17 ITEMS. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Agency Staff Reports: Peggy Kellnhofer provided an up date to the Board regarding the MER
(Management Evaluation Review). Peggy discussed the diff erent areas the Northern Income
Maintenance Consortium is evaluated, and she praised the NIMC workers on the amazing work
they have done to r eceive such a great re view. Chairman Rollie Thums thanked Peggy for the
informative description of the Management Evaluation Review and thanked her for the work her
and the unit do at Human Services.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Services emp loyees regarding various
operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics di scussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an update to the Committee r egarding the ADRC . Questions were asked and
discussion was had.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): None.
Request to Reopen CLTS Discussion: Chairman, ROLLIE THUMS MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE
REQUEST TO REOPEN THE CLTS DISCCUSION. LORI WILLNER SECONDED. MOTION CARRIED.
Reconsideration/Approval of CLTS Case Manager Position: Director Stanfley provided the
Board wi th updated information supporting th e addition of the CLTS position. Ms. Stanfley
explained that the Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS) Program a mandated program that is
fully funded. Questions were asked and discussion was had. LYN N ROSEMEYER MOTIONED T O
RECONSIDER/APPROVAL OF CLTS CASE M ANAGER POSITION. LISA CARBAUGH SECOND.
ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN. MOTION CARRIED WITH EIGHT AYES.
Approve CLTS Case Manager Job Description: Director Stanfley proposed the new CLTS job
description and explained that this position will also provide support and backup to CCS and B-
3. Questions were asked and discus sion was had. H R Manager, Nicole Hager and Director, Ms.
Stanfley will foll ow up on if a new JDQ is needed. MIKE BUB MOTIONED TO APPROVE CL TS
CASE MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION with the understanding, if the JDQ Process is not necessary,
Director will proceed with the process. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECOND. MOTION CARRIED.
Approve New Cont racts and addenda : Two new contracts and four amendments were
provided to the Board for approval. Handout distributed: Con tracts/Addenda for the June 15,
2022 Human Services Board Meeting. Questions were asked and discussion was had . SCOTT
MILDBRAND MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE MAY CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS. LISA CARBAUGH
SECONDED THE MOTION. A RO LL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHS
EIGHT AYES.
Review Remote Work: Director Stanfley presented the May Remote Work Log Spreadsheet for
review. Handout(s) distributed: May Remote Work Spreadsheet (included 13 employees). The
board reviewed the spreadsheet, and questions were asked and discussion was had.
Director’s Report: Director Stanfley presented the Director’s Report . Handout(s) distributed:
June 2022 Director’s Report, June 2022 Revenue Report, June 2022 Expense Report , Children
and Families Services caseload number s through May 2022, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers
through April 2022, Adult Protective(APS) caseload numbers through April 2022, Birth to Three
Caseload numbers through April 2022, Crisis Caseload numb ers through April 2022, CCS
Caseload numbers through April 2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers through
April 2022, Mental Health Case Management caseload through April 2022. Ms. Stanfley shared
that in May she attended WI Mental Health Laws training, which is the second of three trainings
for Crisis Core Certification. Ms. Stanfley reported that the 2021 Annual Report will be ready for
the July Board Meeting. Ms. Stanfley asked th e Board if the Open Public Hearing could be
moved to October 2022 due her maternity lea ve occurring when in August, which i s normally
when the Open Public Hearing would occur , the Board agreed on the move . Ms. Stanfley
indicated that the d epartment will be working on a policy that would restrict consumer
handbags and ba ckpacks in staff areas , for safety. Ms. Stanfley will shar e the policy with th e
Board in J uly. Ms. Stanfley, spoke regarding the Co unty vehicle, questions were asked, and
discussion was had. Julie Clarkson provided an update for Children and Family Services Unit,
which include d applying for a $75,000 Foster Care Retention G rant but was unfortunately
denied. Clarkson also provided an update on the Community Intervention Progr am Grant,
which she applied for and received. Jen Meyer provided an updated on the Clinical Services Unit
and handed out an evaluation to th e Board regarding the Mental Health Presentation. Meyer
indicated that th e evaluation will a ssist in preparing for t he County Board M ental Health
Presentation in July . In addition, Meyer provided an update on the Clinic Recertification, which
was held on J une 14. She was excited to announce, the Clinic was prov ided their 2 -year
recertification. Cheryl Ketelhut started her update with t hanking the Board for approving the
new CLTS Position and Job Des cription. In addition , Ketelhut provided an update on her Unit
which included current waitlists and funding. Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Manager stated that the
Auditors are at the County this w eek. In addition, R udolph explained the May Revenue and
Expense R eports, specifically C hildren and Families having an incre ase in the Out of Home
Placements. Clarkson added that 90 % of the placeme nts are related to methamphetamine, and
Youth Justice with uncontrollable behaviors.
Closed Session: The Human Services Boa rd will go into Closed Session at approximately
10:30 a.m. pursuant to Section 19.85 (1 )(c), Wisconsin State Statut es, for the purp ose of
discussing employee evaluation matte rs The Closed Ses sion is expected to last for
approximately one(1) hour . A roll ca ll vote will be taken: At 10:43 a.m., CATHERINE LEMKE
MOTIONED TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION. SCOTT MILDBRAND SECONDED THE MOTION.
ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN. MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Open Session: At 11:28 a.m., the open session resumed. Due to no course of action being taken,
no motion or seconded was necessary.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
July 13, 2022 at Taylor County Human Services Board Room at 9:30 a.m.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY SCOTT MILDBRAND TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 11:28 A.m.
Handouts distributed: June Meeting Agenda; Draft May 11th, 2022 HS Board Meeting Minutes;
June Contract/amendments sheet; May Remote Work Log spreadsheet; May 2022 Director’s
Report, May 2022 Revenue Report, May 2022 Expense Report, Children and Families Services
caseload numbers through May, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers thr ough April 2022, Adult
Protective(APS) caseload numbers through April 2022, Birth to Three Caseload numbers through
April 2022, Crisis Casel oad numbers through April 2022, CCS Caseload numbers thro ugh April
2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers t hrough April 2022, Mental Health Case
Management caseload through April 2022. CLTS Job Description, Ment al Health Presen tation
Evaluation.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
May 11, 2022
Taylor County Human Services Department – Board Room
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Catherine Lemke, Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak, Lori Willner,
Lynn Rosemeyer, Mike Bub and Scott Mildbrand.
Members Absent: None
Other Attendees: (for all or a p ortion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Julie Clarkson, Rhonda
Rudolph, Peggy Kellnhofer, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen Mey er, Debbie Me rkel, Amber Fallos, Nicole
Hager, Tori Borman, and Emily Gojmerac with the Star News.
Approve Minutes from the April 13, 2022 meeting: SCOTT MILDBRAND MADE A MOTION
TO APPROVE THE APRIL 13 , 2022 , MEETING MINUTES. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: PAULA DUB IAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 17 ITEMS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Agency Staff Reports: Jen Meyer, Clinical Service Coordinator and Debbie Merkel , APS/Crisis
Case Manager presented and explained a PowerPo int Presentation regarding Crisis/Mental
Health. Questions were asked and discussi on was had. Chairman Rollie Thums will ask County
Board Chairman Metz to have shortened version of presentation sh ared with the County Board.
Chairman Rollie Thums thanked Jen and Debbie for the informative presentation and also
thanked them for the work they do at Human Services.
Introduction of Newly E lected Board Members : Chairman, Rollie Thums started this topic
prior to the Mental Health Presentation. Lynn Rosemeyer is the newly elected Human Services
Board Member and she introduced herself and prov ided background inform ation. Chairman,
Rollie Thums then asked everyone in the room to introduce themselves.
Election of Vice – Chairperson and Secretary for Human Services Board: Mike Bub
motioned to nom inate Scott Mildbrand for Human Services Vice – Chairman and Catherine
Lemke seconded. WITH SEVEN AYES, THE MOTION CARRIED. SCOTT MILDBRAND ACCEPTED
THE VICE – CHAIRPERSON. C hairman, Rollie Thums motioned to nominate Pau la Dubiak as
Human Services Board Secretary, Scott Mildbrand seconded the motion. WITH SEVEN AYES,
THE MOTION CARRIED. PAULA DUBIAK ACCEPT ED THE ROLE AS SECRETY FOR HUMAN
SERVICES.
Public Input : This topic wa s a fter the Introduction of Newly Elected Boar d Members due to
Amber Fallos , Di rector of Black River Industries explaining who s he is what type of wor k she
does that correlates with Huma n Services. Amber provided updates on the various progra ms
that BRI a ssists Human Services with, specifically having a new summer pr ogram for the youth
with disabilities, between the ages of 14-21, funded through CLTS. Amber shared that BRI also
provides a Supervised Visitation Program to support families that currently wo rk with the
Children and Fa mily Services Unit to foster a relat ionship with the child(ren) and parents. In
addition, she states that BRI provides In-Home Services for the elderly . Per Am ber, essentially
Black River Industries is here to fill in the gaps for Human Services and the community members.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding various
operational topics. No ac tion will be taken on any of the top ics discussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an update to the Com mittee regard ing the ADRC. Questions were asked and
discussion was had.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): None.
Approve hiring casual, part -time B -3 employee: Director Ms. Stanfley provided an update
about the B-3 position and requested hiring a casual, part -time B-3 employee for about seven
weeks with no change to the budget . MIKE BUB MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE H IRING
CAUSUAL, PART -TIME B -3 EMPLOYE E, SCOTT MILDBRAND SEC ONDED. A ROLL CALL WAS
TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH EIGHT AYES.
2021 Unaudited Human Se rvices Budget Report by Rhonda Rudolph, Business Manager :
Rhonda Rudolph, Bu siness Manager presented and explained the 2021 Year End Human
Services Budget (Unaudited Numbers). In addition, Rhonda ref erenced the handout 2021 High
Expense Overview. Questions were asked and discussion was had.
Approve New Contracts and addenda: One contract and four amendments were provided to
the Board for ap proval. Handout distr ibuted: Contracts/Addenda for the May 11, 2022 Human
Services Board Meeting. Questions were asked and discussion was had. MIKE BUB MOTIONED
TO APPROVE THE MA Y CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE
MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHS EIGHT AYES.
Review Remote Work: Ms. Stanfley presented the April Remote Work Log Spreadsheet for
review. Handout(s) distributed: April Remote Work S preadsheet (included 13 employees). The
board reviewed the spreadsheet, and there were no questions regarding this topic.
Director’s Report: Ms. Stanfley presented the Director’ s Report. Handout(s) distributed: May
2022 Director’s Repor t, April 2022 Revenue Report, April 2022 Expense Report , Children and
Families Services caseload numbers through April 2022, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers through
March 2022, Adult Protective (APS) caseload numbers through March 2022, Birth to Three
Caseload n umbers through March 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers through March 2022, CCS
Caseload numbers through March 2022, Mental Heal th Outpatient cas eload numbers through
March 2022, Mental Health Case Mana gement caselo ad through March 2022. Ms. Stanfley
shared trainings from April and beginning of May which included Suicide and Risk Assessment-
Behavioral Health Trai ning Partnership-UW Green Bay . Ms. Stanfley provided an update
regarding the grade change for the JDQ for Case Manager-Adult Protective Services (APS)/Crisis
position which was approved at the last Finance and Personnel Committee Mee ting. In addition,
Ms. Stanfley provided an update regardi ng the Administrative Support/Receptionist Position.
The Board was pro vided an update regarding the new Customer Com plaint form/Client Rights
and Grievance Resolution Procedures by Ms. Stanfley. Peggy Kellnhofer updated the committee
that Governor Evers proclaimed the week of May 1-May 7 as Economic Support Specialists/Case
Manager’s Week. The consortium provides an av erage of 29, 500 c ommunity residents with
FoodShare benefits so they can put food on the table, 35,000 cases Healthcare benefits so they
are able to take care of their health care needs, and over 30 0 cases Child care assistance so
parents are able to work or participate in a n approved activity . Julie Clarkson provided an
update for Children and Family Services which included information on the Social Worker/Case
Manager who was hired will start their onboarding process on May 16, 2022 , but the official
start date is scheduled for June 1 . Jen Meyer reported for Clinical Services Unit and touched
base on the Men tal Health Presentation that she pro vided in beginning of the meeting and
mentioned that May is Mental Hea lth Awareness. Cheryl Ketelhut provided an upd ate on her
unit and stated they started a pilot trial for referrals to complete Mental Health and Substance
Abuse Functional Screens. Appointments will be scheduled when the consumer initially call s for
the referral. It is hoped this will lead to people fo llowing up more a nd receiving services in a
timelier manner. Cheryl reported there are 20 families waiti ng for services for their children a s
they are on the CLTS wait list. Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Manager gave an update regarding the
April Revenue and Expense Reports, which now include Juvenile Intake.
Closed Session: The Human Serv ices Board will go int o Closed Session at approximately
11:00 a.m. pursuant to Section 19.85 (1)©, Wisconsin State Statutes, for the purpose of
discussing the Human Services Director’s Leave of Absence. A roll call vote will be taken:
At 11:30, MIKE BUB MO TIONED TO GO INTO CLOS ED SESSION. SCOTT MILDBRAND
SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN. MOTION WAS CARRIED.
Open Session: At 12:04 p.m. SCOTT MILDBRAND MOTIONED TO B RING BACK TO OPEN
SESSION. LYNN ROSEMEYER SECONDED. ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN. THE MOT ION CARRIED.
Open session was resumed.
MIKE BUB MOTIONED TO APPROVE DIRECTOR’S MATERNITY LEAVE (6 TO 8 WEEKS) WIT H THE
OPTION TO WORK PART TIME AS NEEDED THROUGH THIS LEAVE . LYNN ROSEMEYER
SECONDED. ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
June 15, 2022 at Taylor County Human Services Board Room at 9:30 a.m.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY LISA CARBAUGH TO ADJOURN. PAULA DUBIAK
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 12:09 p.m.
Handouts distributed: May Meeting Agenda; Draft April 13th, 2022 HS Board Meeting Minutes;
May Contract/amendments sheet; April Remote Work Log spreadsheet; May 2022 Director’s
Report, April 2022 Revenue Report, April 2022 Expense Report, Children and Families Services
caseload numbers through April, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers thr ough March 2022, Adult
Protective(APS) caseload numbers thr ough March 2022, Birth to Three Caseload numbers
through March 2022, Crisis Caselo ad numbers through March 2022, CCS Caseload numbers
through March 2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers t hrough March 2022, Mental
Health Case Management caseload t hrough March 2022. 2021 Unaudited Budget, 2021 High
Expense Overview, Economic Support Specialists and Case Manager’s Week Proclamation
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
April 13, 2022
Taylor County Human Services Department – Board Room
Call Meeting to Order: Vice Chairman Scott Mildbrand called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums (arrived late), Catherine Lemke, Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak,
Lori Willner, Earl Hinkel, and Scott Mildbrand in person.
Members Absent: Mike Bub
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Julie Clarkson, Rhonda
Rudolph, Peggy Kellnhofer, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen Meyer, Tammy Schreiber and Tori Borman in
person.
Approve Minutes from the March 9 , 2022 meeting: EARL HINKEL MADE A MO TION TO
APPROVE THE MARCH 9, 2022 , MEETING MINUTES. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Ag enda: PAULA DUBIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 12 ITEMS. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Agency Staff Reports: Tammy Schreiber, Foster Care/Kinship Coordinator presented to the
Board regarding Foster Car e and nee d Foster Care in Taylor County . During the present ation,
Tammy explained the process of how individuals or families can become Foster Parents. Tammy
also shared current statistics for Taylor County and the number of current Foster Homes that are
available. Questions were asked and discussion was had. Vice Chairman Scott M ildbrand
thanked Tammy for the informative presentation and also thanked her for the work she does at
Human Services.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Services employees regarding va rious
operational topics. No action will be t aken on any of th e topics discussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an update to the Commit tee regarding the ADRC . Questions were asked and
discussion was had.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): Administrative Support/Receptionist: Director, Ms. Stanfley
reported the open position and asked for approval to fill the position. EARL HINKEL MOTIONED
TO APPROVE THE FILLING OF ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT/RECEPTIONIST. CATHERINE SECOND
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SIX AYES.
Approval of the Ordinance to Repeal Section 13.13 , General Relief Program, Human
Services, Taylor County: Ms. Stanfley provided the Ordinance to Repeal Section 13.13-General
Relief Program to the Board. County Repeal approval is needed as the General Relief Program is
in County Code under 1 3.13-Human Ser vices-General Rel ief. Ms. Stanfley explained that
Wisconsin Department of Health S ervices repealed State Statute authorizing program in July of
2009, therefore Taylor County is not mandated to prov ide this program. Taylor County Human
Services has another County Levey Fund ed Line that could assist with items that the General
Relief Fund assisted with in the past (Discretionary Funds). The last time General Relief was used
was January of 2021. EARL HINKEL MOTIONED THE APPROVAL OF THE ORDINANCE TO REPEAL
SECTION 13.13, GENERA L RELIEF PROGRAM, HUMAN SERVICES, TAYLOR COUNTY. LISA
CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARREID WITH SIX AYES.
Approve New Contracts and addenda: Four contracts and two amendments were provided to
the Board for approval. Handou t distributed: Contracts/Addenda for the April 13, 2022 Human
Services Board Meeti ng. Discussion was ha d and questions were a sked. LISA CA RBAUGH
MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE MARCH CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED
THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHS SIX AYES.
Review Remote Work: Ms. Stanfley presented the March Remote Work Spreadsheet for review.
Handout(s) distributed: March Remote Work Spreadsheet (included 12 employees). The board
reviewed the spreadsheet, questions were asked, and discussion was had.
Director’s Report: Ms. Stanfley presented the Director’s Report . Handout(s) distributed: April
2022 Director’s Report, March 2022 Revenue Report, March 2022 Expense Report, Children and
Families Services caseload nu mbers through March, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers through
February 2022, Adult Prote ctive(APS) caseload numbers through February 2022, Birth to Three
Caseload numbers through February 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers through February 2022, CCS
Caseload numbers through February 2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers through
February 2022, Mental Health Case Management caseload through February 2022. Ms. Stanfley
shared Director Trainings from March which included CPS Access and DHS/DCF New Director
Orientation. Ms. Stan fley provided the Board with some handouts from the New Director
Orientation which incl uded an Overview of County Health an d Human Serves
Mandates/Finances and a Summary of Revenue Sources. Ms. Stanfley shared the updated Taylor
County Human Services Department Brochure. Ms. Stanfley reported on the process of the JDQ
for the Case Manager-Adult Protective Services (APS)/Crisis position and indicated that the new
JDQ’s were moved forward for review to Carlson Dettmann Consulting. Ms. Stanfley additionally
provided an update regarding the Substance Abuse Block Grant. Ques tions were asked and
discussion was had. Peggy Kellnhofer updated the committee that the May 2022 renewals for
Health Care a nd C aretake Supplement were postponed by DHS. Julie Clarkson provided an
update for Children and Family Services which included anno uncing that the Unit has hired a
Social Worker/Case Manage r who will start on May 16, 2022. In addition, Julie reported on
caseloads which included eight placements in one week. Jen Meyer reported for Clinical Services
Unit and relayed that the Certified Substance Abuse Counselor will be starting on Monday, April
18, 2022. Jen Meyer also provided an update regarding the Mental Health Case Manager leave
of absence and the plan that will come with that. In addition, Jen Meyer provided a brief update
regarding placement statuses and the process for stepping down pl acements. Cheryl Ketelhut,
CCS Coordinator provided an up date on h er unit and touched base where the CLTS and CCS
caseload numbers ar e including the waitlists. In addition, she spoke about the famil y leave for
the Birth to Three Coordinator and what it will look like for caseload for the mandated program.
Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Manager spoke about the project she currently is working on with CLA.
In addition, she explained the handouts for Expense and Revenue reports, no significant changes
and, will provi de more accurate numbers for budget for 2021 next Board M eeting. The Social
Committee continues to create activities to spread cheer and positivity.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
May 11th, 2022 at Taylor County Human Services Board Room at 9:30 a.m.
Adjourn: A MO TION WAS MADE BY LISA CARBAUGH TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m.
Handouts distributed: April Meeting Agenda; Draft March 9th, 2022, HS Board Meeting Minutes;
April Contract/amendments sheet; March Remote Work Log spreadsheet; March 2022 Director’s
Report, March 2022 Revenue Report, March 2022 Expense Report, Children and Families
Services caseload numbers through March, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers through February
2022, Adult Protective(APS) caseload numbers through February 2022, Birth to Three Cas eload
numbers through February 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers through February 2022, CCS Caseload
numbers through February 2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers through February
2022, Mental Health Case Management caseload through February 2022. TCHSD Agency
Brochure, handouts from Ms. Stanfley Director trainings.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
March 9, 2022
Taylor County Human Services Department – Board Room
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:29 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Catherine Lemke, Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak, Lori Willner,
Earl Hinkel, and Mike Bub in person.
Members Absent: Scott Mildbrand
Other Attendees: (for all or a portion of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Julie Clarkson, Rhonda
Rudolph, Peggy Kellnhofer, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen Meyer, and Tori Borman in person.
Approve Minutes from the February 9, 2022 meeting: MIKE BUB MADE A MOTION T O
APPROVE THE FEBRUARY 9, 2022, MEETING MINUTES. EARL HINKEL SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: CATHERINE LEMKE MADE A MOTION TO AP PROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 13 ITEMS. EARL HINKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Agency Staff Reports: Jen Meyer, Clinical Supervisor provided an overall report regardi ng the
Clinical Services Unit and expressed appreciation of the position that was added for a combined
case worker for APS and Crisis as that remains busy. Jen reported with excitement that the unit
remains to stay caught up on notes. Additionally, it was noted that AODA Counse lor position
was reposted with a clo sing date of Frida y, March 18, 2022 . Chairman, Rollie Th ums, thanked
Jen for her time and the work she does at Human Services.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between Board Members and Human Servi ces employees regarding various
operational topics. No ac tion will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak
provided an update to the Committee regarding the AD RC. Questions wer e asked and
discussion was had.
Approve resolution expressing appreciation to Laura Holmes for many years of service to
Taylor County: Chairman, Rollie Thums stated this resolution, and the other resolution can be
approved together by Board members. Resolution was read to the Board for Laura Holmes who
began employment at Taylor County Hu man Services on December 10, 2007. Laura Holmes
spent the next 14 years assisting and provid ing support to numerous children and families as
the Birth to Three Coordina tor and as a CLTS Case Manager up until her retirement which was
February 4, 2022.
Approve resolution expressing appreciation to Liza Daleiden for her many years of service
to Taylor County: Resolution was read to the Board for Liza Daleiden who became an employee
for Taylor County Human Services on January 29, 1999. In the 32 years that Liza was a dedicated
employee she worked in various programs, providing her skills and knowledge to all consumers
she encountered. At the time of her re tirement on Febru ary 1, 2022 , she was the Director of
Taylor County Human Services . EARL HINKEL MOTIONED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION FOR
LAURA HOLMES AND LIZA DALE IDEN. PAULA DUBIAK SECONDED. MOTION C ARRIED. Will
need to resign at next meeting due to a change.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): None.
Approve New Contracts and addenda : Three contracts and tw o amendments were provided
to the Board for approval. Handout distributed: Contracts/Addenda for the March 9, 2022
Human Services Board Meeting. Discussion wa s had and questio ns were answered. PAULA
DUBIAK MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE MARCH CON TRACTS/AMENDMENTS. LISA CARBAUGH
SECONDED THE MOTION. A R OLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITHS
SEVEN AYES.
Review R emote Work: Ms. Stanfley presented the February Remote Work Logs for review.
Handout(s) distributed: February Remote Work Log Forms (13 employees). The board reviewed
the logs, questions were asked, and discussion was had.
Approve Director’s Expense Summary: None.
Director’s Report: Ms. Stanfley presented the Director’s Report. Handout(s) distributed: March
2022 Director’s Report, February 2022 Revenue Report, February 2022 Expense Report, Children
and Families Services caseload numbers through February, CLTS/CCOP Caseload numbers
through January 2022, Adult Pr otective(APS) caseload numbers through January 2022, Birth to
Three Caseload numbers through January 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers through January 2022,
CCS Caseload numbers throug h January 2022, Mental Health Outpatient caseload numbers
through January 20 22, Mental Health Case Management caseload through J anuary 2022 . Ms.
Stanfley reported that the Management Team will be honoring Social Workers for Social Worker
Appreciation Month which is in March. Ms. Stanfley explained the training that she participated
in with some other supervisors, knowing that Taylo r County Huma n Services is responsi ble for
Emergency planning, and how to better adapt to ensure all consumers, including specia l needs
populations are provided for. It was reported that the State Statute governing the General Relief
Program was repealed, effective July 1, 2009. Ms. Stanfley indicted that a county repeal will need
to be comple ted as currently this program is in the Human Services Chapter 13 County Code.
The County Clerk w ill be working on a repeal for approval at the April meeting. Ms. Stanfley
provided an update to the Board regarding Birth to Three Job Description, Personnel Committee
tabled the Job Description, that was approved by Human Service Board on January 27, 20 22.
Questions were asked and discussion was had. Ms. Stanfley additi onally reported the JDQ for
the Cas e Manager -APS/Crisis position needs to be completed si nce job description
created/updated and approved on 7/14/2021. Peggy Kellnhofer reported the Econo mic
Assistance Unit hired a new worker for Taylor County and will beg in employment on March 21,
2022. Relays this employee will be starting the new training process and will take about 3
months to be on their own. Julie Clarkson reports for Children and Family Services, including the
current open position in the unit and interviews wil l be scheduled soon . Julie Clarkson relayed
that she is on a committee for Youth Homelessness. In Taylor County, it is reported there are 12
that are homeless or at a risk of being homeless that have aged out of Foster Care . The Youth
Homeless Committee is tasked to assist in addressing and serving youth homele ssness
throughout the State. Jen Meyer reported for Clinical Services and relayed the AODA Counselor
position was re posted and there was high interest, hoping to be fully staffed soon. Jen asked
about the Crisis Program /Mental Health Presentation, and Boa rd agreed to put this on our
agenda for May. This will b e complet ed t o p rovide some education on this topic . Cheryl
Ketelhut, CCS Co ordinator reports regarding her unit and touched base where the C LTS
caseload numbers a re including the waitlist . Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Man ager did relay to the
Board the billing CLTS for Functional Screens is possible if enrollment occu rs timely ( 90 days)
and with the wait list as it stands, we cannot bill for that t ime as children are on the wait list too
long. She furthe r explained that t he CLTS Case Management Rate includes t he cost o f th e
offices needed for the program, which makes it a fully funded State Program. Cheryl Ketelhut
reported a family leave that will be happening for Birt h to 3 staff, trying to find a proce ss for
coverage as this is a mandated program as well. Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Manager explained the
handouts for Ex pense and R evenue reports, no significant changes and will close out 2021
Budget by the end of March, wi ll provide the updated information n ext Board Meeting. The
Social Committee continues to create activities to spread cheer and positivity.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
April 13th, 2022 at Taylor County Human Services Board Room at 9:30 a.m.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY MIKE BUB TO ADJOURN. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE
MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 10:48 a.m.
Handouts distribute d: March Meeting Agend a; Draft February 9th , 2022, HS Board Meeting
Minutes; Director Report , March Contract/amendments sheet; February Remote Wor k Lo g
Sheets; February 2022 Director’s Report, February 2022 Revenue Report, February 2022 Expense
Report, Children and Families Ser vices caseload numbers through February, CLTS/CCOP
Caseload numbers through January 2022, Adult Protective(APS) cas eload num bers through
January 2022, Birth to Three Caseload numbers through January 2022, Crisis Caseload numbers
through January 2022, CCS C aseload numbers through January 2022, Mental Health Outpat ient
caseload numb ers through January 2022, Mental Health Case Management caseload through
January 2022.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
February 9, 2022
Taylor County Education Center – Rooms 101A & 101B
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:31 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Catherine Lemke, Lisa Carbaugh, Paula Dubiak, Lori Wil lner,
Earl Hinkel, and Mike Bub in person. Scott Mildbrand via zoom.
Members Absent:
Other Attendees : (for all or a portio n of the meeting) Suzanne Stanfley, Rhonda Rudolph ,
Peggy Kellnhofe r, Cheryl Ketelhut, Jen Meyer, Larry Brand l, Jacob Borman , Tori B orman, and
Emily Gojmerac, Star News in person.
Approve Minutes from the January 27 , 2022 meeting: MIKE BUB MADE A MOTION TO
APPROVE THE JANUARY 27, 2022, MEETING MINUTES. EARL HINKEL SECONDED THE MOTION.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Agenda: PAULA DU BIAK MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 15 ITEMS. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Agency Staff Reports: Jacob Borman, CST Coordinator s poke about his cu rrent caseload and
how the consumers are dually enrolled in various programs, such as CST, CCS, and CLTS . Jacob
did explain the referral process to the Board with all he has to com plete during the enrollment,
case management and protocol o f the various pro grams with all the different requirements. It
was noted, though, that dually enrolled consumers have the benefit of ensuring they are getting
all their needs met . Questions were a sked and discussion was had. Chairman, Rollie Thums,
thanked Jacob for his time and the work he does at Human Services.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between B oard Members and Human Services empl oyees regarding va rious
operational topics. No action wi ll be tak en on any of the topics discussed: Paula Dubiak
provided information regarding the ADRC and the decision was made to keep Forest and Taylor
County togethe r for another year . Paula also prov ided that ADRC has appointed an Interim
Director from For est County for 20 hours a week. In addition, she spoke r egarding the officia l
decision to keep ADRC and COA combined, rather than bringing pr ogram to Human Service s.
Questions were asked and discussion was had.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): Children and Family O ngoing/Youth Justice Social Worker
(Case Manager): The Agency recently had an employee relocate to another po sition within the
Agency to create this open position in Children and Family Serv ices. MIKE BUB MOT IONED TO
APPROVE CHILDREN AND FAMILY ON GOING/YOUTH JUSTICE SOCIAL WORKER. EARL HINKEL
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES.
Approve Children and Family Ongoing/ Youth Justice Social W orker (Case Manager) Job
Description: Ms. Stanfley presented an updated job description for t he Children a nd Family
Ongoing/Youth Justice So cial Worker (Case Manager). The CFS Department is responsible for
Child and Abuse Neglect Repo rting Line and Juvenil e Intake that was previously complet ed by
the Court; therefore, the Job Description was updat ed to ref lect the change in the Essentials
Duties and Respo nsibilities. Questions were asked and discussion was held. EARL HINKEL
MOTIONED T O APPROVE THE JOB DESC RIPTION FOR THE CHILDREN AND FAMILY
ONGOING/YOUTH JUSTICE SOCIAL WORKER (CASE MANAGER) . LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES.
Approve Cl iftonLarsonAllen LLP Engagement Letter: Rhonda Rudolph, Fiscal Ma nager
explained this p rocess with hiring Clifton method on allocating cost an d general ledger by
program to maximize the Agency’s revenue from the state. In addition, Rhonda reports it will be
approximately $5,000 to $8,000 project. Ms. Stanfley reports to start this project by April and
complete in a week. Ques tions were asked an d discussion was had. Chairman, Rollie Thums
requested an update on this method during the May me eting. MIKE BUB MOTIONED TO
APPROVE, not to exceed $10,000 . CATHERINE LEMKE SECON DED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL
VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES.
Approve New Contracts and addenda: One new contract and two contract amendments were
brought to the board for approval. Handout distributed: Contracts/Addenda for the February 9,
2022 Human Services Board Meeting. Discussion was had and questions wer e answered. EARL
HINKEL MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE FEBRUARY CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS. LISA CARBAUGH
SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CALL VOTE WAS TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN
AYES.
Review Remote Work: Ms. Stanfley presented the January Remote Work Logs for re view.
Handout(s) distributed: January Remote Work Log Forms (17 employees). The board reviewed
the logs, questions were asked, and discussion was had.
Approve Director’s Expense Summary: None. Ms. Stanfley requested that this topic be put
only on twice a year. Chairman, Rollie Thums approved. It will be placed on future agendas.
Director’s Report : Ms. Stanfley presented the Director’s Report . Handout(s) distributed:
February 2022 Director’s Report , January 2022 General Relief Report , January 2022 Revenue
Report, January 2022 Expense Repor t, 2021 C ontract Summary, and an Agency flow chart to
explain departments, caseloads and State suggested caseloads. Board Reviewed and supervisors
thoroughly explained their units and what the sugges ted requirements for caseloads should be.
Ms. Stanfley reported fo r Ch ildren and Family Services, and explained that the unit remains
consistent, including methamphetamine drugs are reported to be a cause with reports be ing
screened in. Jen Meyer reported Clinical Services remains busy with an uptake in opioids use, in
addition, an uptake in Residential Treatment Facili ties. Crisis and APS continue to grow and
don’t seem to be slowing down at this time. Cheryl Ketelhut, CCS Coordinator reports regarding
her unit and the barr iers of having a CCS Provider and expl ained that if they have a therapist at
Aspirus, they can’t be enrolled into CCS. In addition, training aspect is not id eal. Peggy
Kellnhofer reported on Economic Assistance and relays the position ha s been closed February 1
and will be starting the process with the applications. Peggy Kellnhofer reported on Econom ic
Assistance and indicated that the posting for the open po sition closed on Febru ary 1, with
interviews still needing to be scheduled. Peggy shared informati on on the DHS -COVID-19
Emergency “Unwi nding” Pa rtner T oolkit, which will help keep members inform ed as the
anticipation of the emergency order ending in 2022 . When the emergency o rder ends, the
special rules during COVID -19 will go away and the renewal pro cess will resume that was in
place before COVID-19. Peggy indicated that call volumes will signi ficantly rise during this time
and staff will need to be tra ined on the former pro cesses. Rhonda Rudolph , Fiscal Manager
spoke regarding 2021 Contract Summary that was suggested at the previous Boa rd Meeting to
see what is spent and how much the Agency con tracts. The Social Committee continues to
create activities to spread cheer and positivity.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
March 9th, 2022 at Taylor County Human Services Board Room at 9:30 a.m.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY MIKE BUB TO ADJOURN. CATHERINE LEMKE SECONDED
THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.
Handouts distributed: February Meeting Agenda; Drafted January 27th, 2022, HS Board Meeting
Minutes; Social W orker/Case Manage r (CFS) Job Description, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
Engagement Letter , February Contract/amendments sheet; January Remote Work Log Sheets;
February 2022 Director’s Report, January 2022 General Relief Report, January 2022 Revenue
Report, January 2022 Expense Report, Agency Flow Chart for Children and Fa milies, CCS, CLTS,
B-3, and Clinical Services, and 2021 Contract Summary
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
January 27, 2022
Courthouse – 3rd Floor County Board Room
Call Meeting to Order: Chairman Rollie Thums called the meeting to order at 9:32 a.m.
Members Present: Rollie Thums, Catherine Lemke, Lisa Carbaugh, Scott Mildbrand, Earl Hinkel,
and Mike Bub in person. Paula Dubiak via zoom.
Members Absent: Lori Willner
Other Attendee s: (for all or a porti on of the meeting) Liza Daleiden , Suzanne Stanfley, Julie
Clarkson, Rhonda Rudolph, Cheryl Ketelhut, Kim Drolshagen, Tori Borman, Jenn Arndt, and Emily
Gojmerac, Star News in person. Jen Meyer and Laura Holmes via zoom.
Approve Minutes from the December 8, 2021, meeting: EARL HINKEL MADE A MOTION TO
APPROVE TH E DECEMBER 8 , 2021 , MEETING MINUTES. MIKE BUB SECONDED TH E MOTIO N.
THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve Minutes from the December 13, 2021, closed session meeting: CATHERINE LEMKE
MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE T HE DECEMBER 13, 2021, CLOSED MEETING MINUTES. EARL
HINKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve the Ag enda: LISA CA RBAUGH MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA
CONTAINING 18 ITEMS. SCOTT MILDBRAND SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Agency Staff Reports: Kim D rolshagen, Economic Support Speciali st spoke about a po sitive
story on how she helped a caller on the EBD (Elderly, Blind, Disabled) caseload feel more relaxed
regarding the programs she is enrolled in. Kim relayed that the caller not ed that she was happy
there are programs that can assist t he lower income ind ividuals. Chairman, Rollie Thums,
thanked Kim for her time and the work she does at Human Services.
Public Input: None.
Discussion between Board Members an d Human Services emplo yees regarding various
operational topics. No action will be taken on any of the topics discussed: Catherine Lemke
provided information regarding the ADRC and stated that there are a couple of possibilities with
combining with COA or appointing an interim Director. In addition, she spoke about Forest and
Taylor County, potentially separating and being individual stand-alone ADRC counties with not
sharing time and employees b etween both count ies. Next meeting for the ADRC is Monday,
January 31, 2022. Questions were asked and discussion was had.
Approve CLTS Support and Services Coordinator Job Description: Board Members reported
that typically the position is requested first, however, Cheryl Ketelhut, CCS Coordinator provided
information regarding this program and why this s tand-alone job description is needed . It was
explained by Ms. Daleiden that currently, they h ave been able to manage with having caseloads
with multiple programs, but there is an increased caseload of CLTS enroll ments and the CLTS
waitlist having 10-11 children on it, the State is requesting to add them to a caseload. This is a
State mandated program and this position is needed to be able to take on all t he cases that are
currently enrolled and remove children fro m the waitlist, per St ate. Questions were a sked and
discussion was had.
Approve CLTS Support and Services Coordinator Position: Cheryl Ketelhut reports CLTS is a
State mandated program in which enrollment has been increasing with 10-11 children on the
waitlist. The funding for the clients is fully provided by the State, meaning the County does not
have to budget for this particular program. Currently, Taylor County has 40 children enrolled in
the program with a 10-11 child waitlist, which is not meeti ng the state’s require ments. Cheryl
Ketelhut reports that staff is currently able to manage due to the Pandemic and not being able
to do the face-to-face contacts or travel associated with such. Cheryl Ketelhut provided an
email from Department of Health Services along with a packet of why numbers are increasing.
Questions were ask ed and discussion w as had. MIKE BUB MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE CLTS
POSITION, in contingent on state funding. LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL
CALL WAS TAKEN; WITH 3 YES AND 4 NO. Will return to the agenda for February meeting.
Approve Birth to Three Coordinator Job Description: Ms. Daleiden presented an updated job
description for the Birth to Three Coordinat or. Previously it was stating “Bachelor’s Degree in
Early Ch ildhood Special Educat ion”. It was revised t o read “Education/Training: Bachelor ’s
Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field is required, and Early Childhood
Special Education is preferred ”. Cu rrently the Case Manager has a specific tea cher license ,
however, since it isn’t always reimbursable due to private insuran ce. It was suggested to make
the job descripti on more fl exible for the new hire. Questions were asked and discussi on was
held. CATHERINE LEMKE MOTIONED TO APPROVE THE JOB DES CRIPTION FOR THE BIRTH TO
THREE COORDINATOR . LISA CARBAUGH SECONDED THE MOTION. ROLL CALL WAS TAKEN ;
WITH 5 YES AND 2 NO. THE MOTION CARRIED.
Approve filling vacancy(ies): None.
Taylor County Human Services Department Authorized Positions: Human Services currently
has 43 autho rized positions; however, 3 positions were eliminated, the refore it will be b ringing
the Agency to 40 authorized po sitions. The positions were specifically for the two CANS
positions and one Drug Opposition positions that are no longer apart of the Agency. MIKE BUB
MOTIONED T O APPROVE TAYLOR COUNTY HUMAN SERVIC ES DEPARTMENT AUTHO RIZED
POSITIONS. SCOTT MILDBRAND SECO NDED TH E MOTION. THE MOTIONED CARRIED WITH
SEVEN AYES.
Approve New Contracts and past year’s contracts and addenda : One new contract and two
contract amendment s were brought to the board for appr oval. Handout distr ibuted:
Contracts/Addenda for the Janu ary 27, 2022 Human Services Board Meeting. Discussion was
had and questions were answered. MIKE BUB MOTIONED TO APPROV E THE DECEMBER
CONTRACTS/AMENDMENTS. EARL HINKEL SECONDED THE MOTION. A ROLL CAL L VOTE WAS
TAKEN. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH SEVEN AYES.
Review Remote Work: Ms. Daleiden presented the December Remote Work Logs for re view.
Handout(s) distributed: December Remote Work Log Forms (15 employees). The board reviewed
the logs, questions were asked, and discussion was had.
Approve Director’s Expense Summary: None.
Director’s Report: Ms. Daleiden presented the Director’s Re port. Handout(s) distributed:
January 2022 Director’s Report, December 2021 General Relief Report, December 2021 Revenue
Report, December 2021 Expense Report , Children and Families Caseload Numbers through
December 2021, CLTS/C -COP Caseloa d Numbers through December 2021, B3 Caseload
Numbers through December 2021, Adults & Elderly Caseload Nu mbers through December
2021, Crisis Caseload Numbers th rough December 2021, CCS Caseload Numb ers thr ough
December 2021, Mental Health Outpatient through December 2021, and Mental Health Case
Management Caseload N umbers through December 2021. Ms. Stanfley stated that Economic
Assistance unit remains busy and have started a new call system called, Genesys. New position is
readvertised and closed February 1, 2022. Julie Cla rkson reported that Children and Family
Services unit has now sta rted the Juvenile Inta ke as of January 1, 2022 . The new pa rt-time
worker star ted January 10, 2022 and it is extreme ly help ful. Ms. Daleiden explained Clinical
Services are c urrently caught u p and have a plan in place to remain stayin g up to date. Cheryl
Ketelhut reported CCS numbers are stabilizing and received the re-certification for 2 more years.
CLTS and Birth to Three had fi le reviews. Rhonda Rudolph, fiscal manager sp oke regarding
budget, audit, and contracts. The Social Committee continues to create activities to spread
cheer and positivity. Ms. Daleiden thanked the Board for allowing her to be the Director of the
agency.
Set Next Meeting Date: The next Human Services Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday,
February 9th, 2022 at the Education Center, Room 101 A & B.
Adjourn: A MOTION WAS MADE BY CATHERINE LEMKE TO ADJ OURN. LISA CARBOUGH
SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED. The meeting adjourned at 11:44 a.m.
Handouts distrib uted: January Meeting Agenda ; Drafted December 8 , 2021 and Draft ed
December 13, 2021 HS Board Meeting Minutes; January Contract/amendments sheet; December
Remote Work Log Sheets; December 2021 Director’s Report, December 2021 General Reli ef
Report, December 2021 Revenue Report, December 2021 Expense Report, Children and Families
Caseload Nu mbers through December 2021, CLTS/C -COP Caseload Numbe rs through
December 2021, B3 Caseload Numbers through December 2021, Adults & Elderly Caseload
Numbers through December 2021, Crisis Caseload Numb ers through December 2021, CCS
Caseload Numbers through December 2021, Mental Health Outpatient through December 2021,
and Mental Health Case Manage ment Ca seload Numbers through December 2021. CLTS
Enrollment packet provided by Cheryl Ketelhut.
Respectfully submitted:
Tori Borman
for Paula Dubiak, Secretary
Source: Taylor County website. First collected Oct 18, 2026.