Mary Pardee

Douglas County Department Manager Meeting Minutes

The meeting encompassed updates across several county departments. Key discussions included a review of the 'Challenges and Opportunities' update for the upcoming County Board meeting, preparations for 2026 budget meetings, and updates on a new AI policy and compensation study from Human Resources. Departments reported on various activities: Forestry confirmed availability of carbon credits; Land Services announced an upcoming floodplain ordinance; the Register of Deeds noted high document volumes; the County Clerk reported on election wrap-up and office renovations; Emergency Management discussed a FEMA grant application and new EMS licensing; and IT addressed technology upgrades and a phone system bid process.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.