Lincoln County Maintenance Dept.

The committee meeting involved reviewing year-to-date budgets for telephone/employee lines and account balances, noting minor increases in telephone/employee line items but no major concerns. Expense reimbursements were approved. The County Clerk's YTD budget review indicated overage expenditures would be covered by revenue overages, and year-end adjustments would be made. Finance reported that year-end journal entries were being processed with no current concerns. A key discussion focused on plans to seek new insurance bids, with advisers suggesting a move away from self-funded insurance programs due to increasing rates. Other items reviewed included the NCHC Financials for November, a preliminary December YTD Budget Report, the November Cash Report, and the December Sales Tax Report, which showed a significant increase over 2023 figures. The Health Insurance Fund report indicated a $200k increase from November to December.

The meeting included recognition for employee service milestones spanning 15 to 30 years. Key discussions involved postponing the appointment of Christine Vorpagel to the Board of Wisconsin PACE Commission. The board approved three resolutions: one encouraging the Wisconsin Legislature to set standards for enhanced wakes in surface waters to protect ecosystems and prevent the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS), another to cancel expired County Checks totaling $124,269.76, and a third authorizing the grant of an easement in Camp New Wood Park to Wisconsin Public Service Corporation for electrical service installation. Additionally, the board approved three ordinances: one amending Chapter 11, Section 11.04 regarding Human Health Hazards; a second amending zoning ordinances (Chapter 17, Sections 17.1.12 and 17.2.03) related to a property rezoning in the Town of Bradley; and a third repealing and recreating Chapter 3, Section 3.20 concerning the Policy for Selling of Tax Delinquent Lands. The supervisors also approved mileage and per diem expenses for the meeting.

This strategic plan for the Lincoln County Health Department outlines a roadmap to strengthen internal operations, workforce capacity, and service delivery, driven by evolving public health priorities. It aims to promote and improve the health and well-being of people and their environment, envisioning a thriving Lincoln County where all are empowered to achieve their highest level of health, well-being, and safety. The plan is structured around three strategic priorities: achieving an organization of innovation and excellence through workforce development and optimized funding; fostering relationships through enhanced community engagement and cross-sector partnerships; and building and maintaining organizational capacity by upholding accreditation standards and encouraging innovation in public health practices.

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as the recruitment of a Member at Large to the Board of Health, review of new letters of interest to serve on the Board of Health for the 2024-2026 terms, review of grants and contracts for 2024, a Credible Minds Demonstration, a donation request to Aspirus Health, Health Aide Positions Recruitment and Programming, approval resolution for two year Staff Nurse position, and approval resolution for the Recruitment and Retention of Public Health Staff using the CDC Infrastructure Grant.

The Executive Committee meeting included financial updates, a review of senior leadership accomplishments for 2023, and discussions regarding the sale of Pine Crest. The committee approved an amendment to the Pine Crest Nursing Home Management Agreement, allowing Lincoln County more flexibility in the potential sale of the nursing home. Revisions to the Sick Leave Benefits for Employees of Pine Crest Nursing Home and Lincoln Industries were also approved, contingent upon Lincoln County Board approval. Additionally, changes to the Fund Balance Policy and Cash Management Policy were adopted, and recommendations of the Medical Staff were approved. The committee also reviewed and considered salary and pay range adjustments for specific senior leadership positions during a closed session.