Buffalo County

The committee held a meeting to address various operational and administrative tasks. Key discussions included the election of chair and vice chair, the review and approval of monthly vouchers, and an update on safety and risk management practices. The committee reviewed financial information, contract approvals, and staffing updates regarding equipment operators. Equipment-related matters, such as auction results for various vehicles and maintenance updates, were addressed. Additionally, the committee covered road and bridge project updates, building and grounds maintenance, and adopted a new footwear policy.

The commission held a bimonthly meeting covering several key business items. Discussions included the presentation of the 2025 annual audit, a presentation on the services provided by the Coulee Region Business Center, and decisions regarding county contributions for the upcoming year. The commission also approved salary increases for staff, authorized contracts for the update of the Crawford County Comprehensive Plan, and entered into an agreement to administer a CDBG grant for the Village of Oakdale. Updates were provided on the La Crosse County Hazard Mitigation Plan, a regional Economic Development and Tourism Conference, transportation activities, and progress on the WEDC SBDG grant, as well as a new Clean Cities Grant initiative.

The meeting focused on the Department of Workforce Development's notice regarding temporary state administration and fiscal controls of WIOA governance. Discussion topics included the review of the LEO Compliance Restoration Plan, which outlines the transition of fiscal agent responsibilities, governance restructuring, and the continuity of workforce development programs. Additionally, the Board discussed future operations, including funding stability, potential impacts on staff and service providers, and the feasibility of pursuing non-WIOA contracts during the transition period.

The committee held a public hearing regarding rezone applications for Riverland Energy substations in the towns of Nelson, Lincoln, and Mondovi, as well as ordinance revisions concerning zoning districts, manure storage, uniform addressing, and solar regulations. The committee also reviewed various reports, including GIS/LIO, surveyor, director, and committee chair reports, and discussed future administrative actions.

The committee meeting addressed several key operational and financial matters for the department. Discussions included updates from the Veterans Service monthly report, a public health report covering water safety and facility inspections, and a financial status review for the 2026 budget. Additionally, the committee discussed the appointment of new department staff, administrative updates regarding legislative changes to service costs, and the status of various service programs. The meeting concluded with reports from the County Administrator and committee chair, acknowledging transitions in committee leadership.