Forest County

The committee reviewed an overview of the draft 2026 hazard mitigation plan with plans to finalize it in the upcoming meeting. Updates on Title III funding were provided, noting remaining reserves and project timelines. Emergency management reported on the receipt of grant funds. Dispatch updates included the status of the PSAP equipment grant and the Ztron CAD system installation, as well as the status of a radio interoperability grant application and staffing updates. The committee also reviewed current budget reports.

The committee discussed the extension of the catering contract with Lynn's Catering until June 30, 2026, and approved changes to the senior meal site schedule effective January 1, 2026. Updates were provided on the Strong Bodies program liability waiver, the status of the 53.10 Mobility Management grant application and related expenditures, and the challenges regarding the timely completion of home-delivered meal assessments. Additionally, the committee noted a vacancy on the advisory committee.

The committee held elections for Chairperson and Vice Chairperson positions. Discussion topics included updates on the High Priority Grant for County Highway 32, the postponement of the Phase 3 Path Project, bridge design for County Highway H, and the review of a safety plan for County Highway S. The committee also noted the approval of salt purchases for winter maintenance and funding for paving improvements on County Highway G. Financial matters included the presentation of the 2025 financial report and the monthly budget report. Additionally, the committee scheduled upcoming road inspections, discussed removing term limits for the Highway Commissioner, approved attendance for the Summer Road School, and rescheduled the next monthly meeting.

The committee discussed and approved requests from individuals to repurchase specific parcels of land, with conditions regarding the payment of taxes and expenses. Additionally, the committee discussed county-owned properties and formally set the minimum bid amounts for several parcels to be included in a future sale.

The board discussed potential collaboration between the local ADRC and the Sokaogon Chippewa ADRS to address staffing and funding challenges. Actions were taken to apply for the GWAAR home-delivered meal grant and the Potawatomi grant aimed at restoring congregate meal site operations. The committee reviewed meal recipient evaluations and year-to-date participation data. Discussions also covered ongoing issues with the Income Maintenance program's responsiveness, the status of the 2026 meal site waiver, and a proposal to utilize Opioid funds to train Behavioral Health Therapists in coordination with Oneida County. Finally, the director provided updates on tribal meetings, new staff appointments, and adjustments to future meeting schedules.