JoAnn Dewhurst

The meeting included a correction regarding a Bureau of Developmental Disabilities Services survey location. Key discussions centered on committee member reports detailing upcoming community events such as a Downs Syndrome Awareness Walk and adaptive sports opportunities. A presentation was given on the Affordable Care Act, detailing mandatory health insurance requirements beginning in 2014, application procedures, and available plan tiers. Updates from branch offices included information on a Falls Prevention Awareness Event, new staff hires, and activity reports. Transportation issues were addressed, noting complaints regarding Medical Transportation Management Inc. service and the ongoing required transportation survey. Action items included a discussion on sheltered workshops and legislative issues, emphasizing the importance of factual communication with representatives. Finally, the 2014 meeting schedule for the ADRC Regional Advisory Committee was approved.

The joint meeting agenda includes discussing the Phase 2 - Second Floor architectural concept design for the courthouse remodel. The Health and Human Services Board is scheduled to make a recommendation on this design to the Administrative Services Committee, followed by a vote. The Administrative Services Committee portion of the meeting includes reviewing and approving a resolution amending the 2026 Budget for sales tax fund expenditures and reviewing and approving a resolution authorizing salaries for Elected Officials for the years 2027-2030. A closed session is also planned to discuss the performance evaluation data of the County Administrator.

The meeting addressed several items, including the unanimous approval of the agenda and the prior month's committee meeting minutes. A public hearing was held regarding an Alternative Proposal by Sunset LLC, requesting to create a parcel with less than the required 150 feet of frontage in the Town of Charlestown. Following the hearing, the committee unanimously approved this alternative proposal. Discussions also covered a review of 2025 permits and approvals, zoning and sanitary inspection updates, farm exempt pumper status, municipal comprehensive plan adoption progress, and 2025 land division totals.

This Economic Development Plan for Calumet County outlines a strategic direction to promote the county's economy and enhance the quality of life. Key strategic goals include creating and retaining jobs, supporting the agriculture sector, fostering local community development efforts, growing the tourism economy, addressing workforce development needs, and marketing economic development programs. The plan emphasizes community partnerships and leveraging regional and state collaborations to achieve its objectives.

The meeting agenda included reviewing and approving the agenda and communications, along with hearing supervisor and departmental reports. Key discussions involved reviewing and approving a Resolution Authorizing a Letter of Support for the State Individual Assistance Program, updates on ARPA Projects (including Phase 2 of the courthouse remodel), and a hiring update from the Department of Administration. The Finance Department planned to review the Investment and Sales Tax Summary and provide a financial outlook. The County Clerk was set to report on the April Elections update. The committee also scheduled a closed session to consider personnel matters.