Betty Bickel

The Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) meeting involved approving the agenda and electing Tim Magnin as the LEPC Committee Chair. The members reviewed and approved the LEPC Members List and the Rules of Operation and By-Laws. The committee also approved Beth McCormick remaining as the EPCRA Compliance Inspector. Discussions covered the 2026 off-site facilities list, where most information was received, and the 2025 Spill Report for Oconto County. The committee was briefed on a Hazmat Tabletop Exercise at Saputo and a refresher course planned for the Hazardous Material Response Team. Additionally, information was provided that the LEPC committee will assist in writing the Emergency Response Plan for a solar installation scheduled for the Town of Morgan.

Key discussion points included a review of the county and statewide Children's Long-Term Support (CLTS) enrollment and waiting lists as of September. A presentation was given on the Medical Assistance Personal Care Worker Services (MAPCW) Program and the Personal Care Screening (PCS) Tool. The CST update noted that several youth were close to discharge after achieving their goals. Additionally, an email regarding a committee member's resignation was read, and subsequent efforts to find a replacement were noted.

The meeting agenda for the Public Safety Committee includes a call to order, a statement of mission and vision, and approval of the agenda. Key discussion points involve reports from various departments, including the District Attorney, Medical Examiner, Child Support, Jail Population updates, Calls for Service, Emergency Management, and the Opioid Abatement Ad-Hoc Steering Committee. The agenda also lists potential actions regarding the Sheriff's Office Out of State Travel Requests.

The committee meeting addressed several operational updates and approvals. Key topics included updates on Building C boilers, which have arrived awaiting final parts for installation, and the scheduled carpeting installation in the Building C vestibule. Technology discussions covered managing Microsoft contract price increases, a standstill update on the Laserfiche project due to departmental changes, the successful stabilization of the Village of Suring data transfer to the county network, and ongoing issues with Lumen fiber outages, prompting a planned meeting with Lumen to discuss options, including a potential move to the Cloud. The committee recommended a bid from CTI for the Courtroom Project equipment refresh. Finally, the committee approved allowing the Technology Services Department to carry over specific accounts, including Professional Services, Software Support Contract, VOIP Account, and Subscriptions.

The meeting commenced with roll call and the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by a presentation of the County Mission and Vision. Awards and recognition were presented, notably recognizing a Supervisor for years of service. The consent agenda, which included multiple zoning change approvals and the approval of a sworn non-union employment agreement and an appointment, was unanimously approved. Key discussions on the regular agenda included the adoption of the 2026 Financial Management Policy Revisions, approval of the contract with the Oconto County Economic Development Corporation (TEDCOR) for 2026 services, and approval of funding for Talent Attraction Efforts. The Board also approved the bid for the Audio & Video Refresh for Courtroom A, B & Hearing Room. Following a recess, the Board convened into a closed session to discuss confidential information related to a pending case, later returning to open session to adopt a resolution regarding the Development of Residential Option(s) for Sexually Violent Persons on Supervised Release. General information items were then shared before adjournment.