Human Services Board Meeting Minutes 09152026

1 Marquette County Department of Human Services Board Minutes September 15, 2026 @ 10 am – In-Person and Virtual Board Members Present: Dave Kappel (in person), Barbara Sheldon (in person), Ken Borzick (in person), Lynn Schwochert (in person), Cathy Christensen (in person), Kari Olstadt (in person), Scott Kempley (in person), Tim Jozwiak (in person), Margaret (Peggy) Krause (in person) Board Members Absent: None Others Present: Mandy Stanley, Jennifer Vote, Jan Krueger, Jessie Cody, Dawn Woodard, Ron Barger, Brandon Enck, Brian Genrich, Chuck Bornhoeft 1. Call to Order Ken Borzick called the meeting to order at 10 am 2. Review and Approve Agenda Motion by Peggy Krause to approve the agenda, seconded by Barbara Sheldon. Motion carried. 3. Review and Approve Minutes of July 14, 2026 Peggy Krause noted the July minutes say agenda where it should be minutes and requested a correction. Motion by Barbara Sheldon to approve the corrected minutes, seconded by Cathy Christensen. Motion carried. 4. Citizen Inquiries and Concerns, Introductions None 5. Veteran’s Services 2027 Budget Proposal Motion by Peggy Krause to approve the proposed 2027 Veterans Service budget and forward to E&F, seconded by Barbara Sheldon. Motion carried. 6. Veteran’s Services Officer Report Brandon introduced his Assistant CVSO Brian Genrich. He noted they have 117 open cases. He reported on outreach efforts. Brandon shared news and updates, noting the VA is revamping their software and system and will be assisting veterans with the process. Discussion regarding Brandon meeting with the VA Advocacy Group and their staffing issues. A. Review Vouchers No discussion or questions brought forth. 7. Discussion of County Strategic Plan Peggy Krause discussed Strategic Plan Goal 4 Objective 1 and requested the board start discussing competitive compensation and recognition. 8. Review and Discuss 2027 HS Budget Survey Results Mandy Stanley reviewed annual survey results. She noted 703 surveys were taken. Food assistance and nutrition were the number one theme, followed by mental health services, elderly population, children and families, transportation, and veterans’ services. Mandy then reports the survey information to the state. 9. Review and Discuss Budget by Cost Center Data Management Team analyzed programs, funding sources, numbers served, etc. to identify where tax levy is most utilized. Jen Vote reported the data is meant to find an average annual cost per client. Data showed that Involuntary Placements utilizes the most tax levy dollars. Lengthy discussion followed. 10. Review and Approve HS 2027 Budget Proposal Mandy reviewed the proposed 2027 HS proposed budget. She noted she is hoping to have surplus in 2026 due to long time placement passing away. Mandy detailed several changes already made within the presented budget. They eliminated Admin Assistant temp line, eliminated child support nonmandatory casework, Food Bank is still funded through 2 grants and donations, changing dining site, kitchen fill-in, and driver staffing, contracting with nurse for 2027, adult protective services legal costs and mileage have increased, vacancies have increased expenses and lowered revenues, and changing model for transportation. Mandy reported HS will use capital borrowing for nutrition vehicles for 2028. Discussion regarding creating a reserve account for HS. Jen Vote suggested a reserve be started when a surplus exists. Moved by Dave Kappel and seconded by Cathy Christensen to approve the 2027 proposed HS budget and to forward to E&F. Motion carried. 11. Human Services Reports A. Director’s Report Mandy Stanley shared updates related to personnel and vacancies. September is Suicide Prevention Month. CCS audit had no findings. Pig Fest was held over the weekend, which supports the Food Bank. Placement numbers were shared. Montello Dining Site is officially moving to CAP Village Apartments on CTH F. Mandy noted she was involved on the Budget Team and enjoyed the experience. 1. Review Vouchers Peggy Krause requested additional information on Borzick Farms voucher. Jen reported it was purchased through a grant for the Food Bank with stipulations. Must be purchased from Marquette County farmer. 12. Upcoming events/issues (discussion only) Jan Krueger reported due to Elder Benefit Specialist resignation, they are offering group appointments for signing up open enrollment. Jan and the Disability Specialist will be assisting with the sessions and sign ups. There are 4 upcoming group sessions. A. Transportation Coordinating Committee- next meeting December 3, 2026 at 9 am Information on the next meeting shared. B. ADRC Advisory Committee-next meeting November 5, 2026 at 9 am Information on the next meeting shared. C. CCS Coordinating Committee- next meeting October 8, 2026 at 4 pm Information on the next meeting shared. 13. Set next meeting date, time, topics Next HS meeting will be October 13, 2026 at 10 am. 14. Adjourn Motion to adjourn the meeting by Ken Borzick having completed the agenda at 11:43 am. Minutes Submitted by Kiley Lloyd (drafted 9/15/26)