Portage County public meetings in 2025

Judicial/General Government Committee

The Judicial/General Government Committee will receive quarterly budget updates and operational reports from Justice Programs, the Family Court Commissioner, the Clerk of Courts, the Register of Deeds, and Veterans Services. It will also consider approval of the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes. The meeting includes a public comment period and sets the next meeting for February 23, 2026.

• Approval of August 25, 2025 minutes
• Quarterly budget update – Justice Programs
• Quarterly budget update – Family Court Commissioner
• Quarterly budget update – Clerk of Courts
• Quarterly budget update – Register of Deeds

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will review financial statements, consider bills for payment, and elect officers for 2026. The board will also discuss and vote on the SCLS Strategic Plan for 2026‑2029. Additional items include mileage reimbursement deadlines and routine announcements.

• Review of Financial Statements (presented by K. Goeden)
• Presentation and Approval of Bills for Payment (by G. Carter and H. St. Maurice)
• Officer nominations for 2026 (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer)
• Approval of the SCLS Strategic Plan 2026‑2029
• Mileage reimbursement submissions required by December 30

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on REQ-2025-009, a request by Schulist Sugar Barn to change the land use of a 2.35‑acre parcel in the Town of Alban. The request proposes amending the Future Land Use Map from L3 Limited Agriculture/Mixed Use to Commercial and changing the zoning from A4 General Agricultural to C1 Neighborhood Commercial. The committee will discuss possible action on this rezoning request after reviewing attendance reports and approving the November 19, 2025 minutes.

• Public hearing on REQ-2025-009 rezoning request by Schulist Sugar Barn (2.35 acres)
• Amend Future Land Use Map designation from L3 Limited Agriculture/Mixed Use to Commercial
• Change zoning classification from A4 General Agricultural to C1 Neighborhood Commercial
• Approval of November 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will review financials, department reports, and discuss potential actions on a city bus pass sales program, library location options, and policy amendments. The meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2025.

• Discussion/Possible Action – City Bus Pass Sales
• Discussion/Possible Action – Due Dates and Overdue Charges Policy Amendment
• Discussion/Possible Action – 2026 Library Board Meeting Dates
• Discussion Only – Alternate Library Locations
• Approval of November 19, 2025 Meeting Minutes

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review monthly EMS provider reports, the medical director’s report, and recognize sheriff’s office awards. It will receive activity updates from emergency management, EMS, jail, operations, medical examiner, district attorney and others. The committee will discuss possible action on accepting the Department of Health Services EMS Funding Assistance Program award and a 2025 budget adjustment for that award for the Sheriff’s Office EMS Division.

• EMS Provider Monthly Activity Reports
• Medical Director's Report
• Portage County Sheriff's Office Awards
• Discussion/Possible Action – Acceptance of Department of Health Services EMS Funding Assistance Program (FAP) Award
• Discussion/Possible Action – 2025 Budget Adjustment for Funding Assistance Program award for the Sheriff’s Office Emergency Medical Services Division

Highway Committee

The Portage County Highway Committee will discuss and possibly act on the 2026 WisDOT Traffic Maintenance Agreement, including its signing and pavement‑marking provisions. The meeting also includes a review of a WisDOT email about the STH 54 (Harding Ave to Waupaca County Line) project and a presentation on Precise AVL/GPS equipment. Additional items are a reconsideration of a resolution updating County Ordinance 2.13.1 on speed zones and a review of the 2026‑2027 proposed highway right‑of‑way maintenance plan.

• Review of WisDOT email regarding STH 54 (Harding Ave to Waupaca County Line) project
• Presentation of Precise AVL/GPS equipment
• Discussion and possible action on signing the 2026 WisDOT Traffic Maintenance Agreement
• Discussion and possible action on pavement marking under the 2026 WisDOT Traffic Maintenance Agreement
• Consideration of the 2026‑2027 proposed highway right‑of‑way maintenance plan

County Board

The Portage County Board will consider a series of resolutions, ordinances, and contracts. Key decisions include approving the sale and transfer of the Portage County Health Care Center to Gelena Healthcare LLC and Timms Hill Health Holdings LLC, and authorizing budget amendments for 2025 and 2026. Additional items cover zoning map amendments, a waste disposal agreement, and insurance coverage for 2026.

• Town of Stockton Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Portage County Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment, Brazeau (Item 7)
• Waste Disposal Direct Haul Agreement between Portage County and Harter's Fox Valley Disposal LLC (Item 8)
• Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement for sale of Portage County Health Care Center to Gelena Healthcare LLC and Timms Hill Health Holdings LLC (Item 9)
• Offer to purchase property at 3349 Church Street in Stevens Point (Item 19)
• 2025 Budget Amendments and Transfers (Item 22)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will review Q3 2025 statistics for the Division of Community Programs. The board may take action on a funding application for Relative & Like-Kin Caregiver Support. A closed session is scheduled to discuss permanency planning cases.

• Division of Community Programs Q3 2025 Statistics presentation
• Approval of Application for Relative & Like-Kin Caregiver Support Funding
• Closed session regarding permanency planning and personal histories

Park Commission

The Portage County Park Commission will review the 2025 Dewey Shooting Range and campground reports and consider two proposals: a self‑serve water recreational rental kiosk and a partnership with the WDNR Forestry Department to log Red Pines at Jordan Park and Wolf Lake County Parks. The agenda also includes routine items such as a letter on Learn to Hunt, special meeting attendance reports, October vendor lists, and approval of the October 9, 2025 minutes.

• Letter from Scott Debilzen on Learn to Hunt
• 2025 Dewey Shooting Range and campground reports by Assistant Director Justin Vogel
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discussion/Possible Action to move forward with a self‑serve water recreational rental kiosk
• Discussion on working with WDNR Forestry Department to log Red Pines at Jordan Park and Wolf Lake County Parks

The Park Commission approved the draft minutes from the October 9, 2025 meeting by voice vote. It also approved a proposal to install a self‑serve water recreational rental kiosk, again by voice vote. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote, and the next meeting was scheduled for February 12, 2026.

• Approved October 9, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved self‑serve water recreational rental kiosk proposal (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Portage County Housing Authority Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for December 10, 2025 was cancelled because there were no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. The next meeting is tentatively set for February 11, 2026.

The board elected Chris Doubek as Chair and Sharon Mras as Vice Chair, each with a 4‑aye, 0‑nay vote. It approved the September 2025 disburments totaling $122,749.71 and adopted three resolutions updating bylaws, setting the 2026 meeting schedule, and revising segregation of duties. All actions passed unanimously with one vacant‑excused member.

• Elected Chris Doubek as Chair (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)
• Elected Sharon Mras as Vice Chair (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)
• Approved minutes of 10‑8‑25 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)
• Approved September 2025 disbursements totaling $122,749.71 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)
• Approved Resolution 25‑22 updating by‑laws (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)
• Approved Resolution 25‑23 setting 2026 meeting schedule (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)
• Approved Resolution 25‑24 revising segregation of duties (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)
• Approved next meeting date Dec 10, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant‑excused)

Joint Meeting of Committees

The joint meeting of the County Board Ad Hoc Committee, the Space & Properties Committee, and the Health Care Center Committee will discuss and possibly approve an Asset Purchase Agreement and an Operations Transfer Agreement for the sale of the Portage County Health Care Center to Gelena Healthcare LLC and Timms Hill Health Holdings LLC. The agenda also includes a presentation by attorney Kevin Ramakrishna on the agreements, a report on special meeting attendance, and approval of the November 12, 2025 minutes.

• Presentation by attorney Kevin Ramakrishna on the Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement for the Health Care Center sale
• Report on special meeting attendance (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Approval of November 12, 2025 minutes of the Ad Hoc Committee of the County Board
• Discussion/Possible Action to approve the Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement for the sale to Gelena Healthcare LLC and Timms Hill Health Holdings LLC

The board approved the meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The Ad Hoc Committee of the County Board approved the Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement for the sale of the Portage County Health Care Center to Gelena Healthcare LLC and Timms Hill Health Holdings LLC. The Space & Properties Committee also approved the same agreement. The Health Care Center Committee voted against the agreement.

• Approved meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved Asset Purchase Agreement & Operations Transfer Agreement (Ad Hoc Committee) – 6 ayes, 1 nay
• Approved Asset Purchase Agreement & Operations Transfer Agreement (Space & Properties Committee) – 3 ayes, 2 nays
• Rejected Asset Purchase Agreement & Operations Transfer Agreement (Health Care Center Committee) – 1 aye, 4 nays

Treatment Court Oversight Committee

The Treatment Court Oversight Committee will consider several agenda items. It will approve the minutes from the August 27, 2025 meeting. It will discuss and potentially approve new drug treatment court phases that would begin on January 2, 2025, as well as updates to the policy and participant manuals effective January 2, 2026. The meeting also includes a presentation on state treatment alternatives and reports on attendance ordinances.

• Discussion/approval of new drug treatment court phases effective Jan 2, 2025
• Discussion/approval of updated drug treatment court policy manual effective Jan 2, 2026
• Discussion/approval of updated participant manual effective Jan 2, 2026
• Approval of Treatment Court Oversight Committee meeting minutes for Aug 27, 2025
• Presentation: Introduction of State Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Team

The Treatment Court Oversight Committee approved the minutes from the May 24, 2024 meeting by consensus. It also approved a new Referral/Eligibility Policy by voice vote with no negative votes. The meeting was adjourned after a motion carried by voice vote.

• Approved May 24, 2024 meeting minutes (consensus)
• Approved new Referral/Eligibility Policy (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Scheduled next meeting for Dec 9, 2025 at 2:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will approve the minutes from the November 11, 2025 meeting, review the annual airport goals, and hear staff reports on air service, finances, and operations. The board will then hold a roll‑call vote to go into closed session to consider the contract and performance appraisal of Airport Director Brian Grefe. After the closed session, the board will return to open session and set the next meeting date.

• Approve minutes of the November 11, 2025 Board meeting
• Review and possible action on annual airport goals
• Staff reports covering air service, financials, and airport projects
• Roll‑call vote to enter closed session on Airport Director Brian Grefe's contract and appraisal
• Schedule next meeting for January 13, 2026

Finance Committee

The Portage County Finance Committee will discuss and possibly adopt several resolutions. Items include authorizing agreements with Dewberry Architect and TEGRA for Phase 1 of the Government Facilities Master Plan jail and courthouse projects, a purchase offer for 3349 Church Street, and a one‑year software support contract with Tyler Technologies. The committee will also review grant awards to the Sheriff’s Office, insurance coverage resolutions, audit services, and budget amendment proposals.

• Resolution approving and authorizing an agreement with Dewberry Architect, Inc. for architect and engineer services for Phase 1 of the Government Facilities Master Plan jail and law enforcement center construction and courthouse remodel and safety/security projects
• Resolution approving and authorizing an agreement with TEGRA, Inc. for owner’s representation services for Phase 1 of the same facilities projects
• Resolution approving and authorizing an offer to purchase the property at 3349 Church Street in Stevens Point
• Resolution approving and authorizing a one‑year agreement with Tyler Technologies, Inc. to provide software, licensing, and maintenance support for the existing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
• Grant awards to the Sheriff’s Office: $16,552 FY 25 PSAP grant and $26,251 FY 26 PSAP grant from the Wisconsin Department of Military Affairs

The committee approved several resolutions and forwarded them to the County Board, including contracts for architect and engineering services, owner’s representation, ERP software support, and audit services. It also approved grant awards for the Sheriff’s Office and insurance coverages for 2026. The resolution to purchase the property at 3349 Church Street passed with a 4‑1 vote, with one member dissenting.

• Approved Dewberry Architect contract and forwarded to County Board (voice vote)
• Approved TEGRA owner’s representation contract and forwarded to County Board (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of 3349 Church Street property and forwarded to County Board (4-1 vote)
• Approved Tyler Technologies ERP support contract and forwarded to County Board (voice vote)
• Approved Sheriff’s Office grant awards totaling $42,803 and forwarded to County Board (voice vote)
• Approved liability insurance coverage for 2026 and forwarded to County Board (voice vote)
• Approved property insurance coverage for 2026 and forwarded to County Board (voice vote)
• Approved audit services agreement with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP and forwarded to County Board (voice vote)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will discuss purchasing property at 3349 Church Street in Stevens Point. The body will also consider agreements for architectural and owner's representation services for a government facilities master plan involving the jail and courthouse.

• Offer to purchase property at 3349 Church Street, Stevens Point
• 2026 Budget Amendment and Transfer Request for 3349 Church Street purchase
• Agreement with Dewberry Architect, Inc. for Jail and Law Enforcement Center and Courthouse projects
• Agreement with TEGRA, Inc. for Owner’s Representation Services for government facilities projects
• Project report on Solid Waste Remodel

The Space and Properties Committee approved the minutes from the November meetings and several resolutions. It authorized contracts with Dewberry Architect, Inc. and TEGRA, Inc. for Phase 1 of the Government Facilities Master Plan. The committee also approved the purchase of the property at 3349 Church Street and the related 2026 budget amendment. All approvals passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved November 10, 2025 joint meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved Dewberry Architect, Inc. services resolution (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved TEGRA, Inc. owner’s representation services resolution (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved purchase of property at 3349 Church Street (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved 2026 budget amendment for purchase of 3349 Church Street (voice vote, no negatives)

Central Sands Groundwater County Collaborative

The Central Sands Groundwater County Collaborative will review prior meeting minutes and receive updates on county groundwater issues. The group will discuss possible action on a draft letter responding to recommendations from the Alliance for Great Lakes Report. Additional topics include a nitrate‑flow tracker app rollout and contacts for private well contamination.

• Review and approval of prior meeting minutes (Oct. 30, 2025)
• County groundwater updates – Conservation and Public Health (order JAWaWoPM)
• Discussion/possible action on draft letter regarding Alliance for Great Lakes Report recommendations
• Discussion with County Conservationists about WGNHS Nitrate Flow Tracker App rollout
• Discussion with counties about contacts for private well contamination (other than nitrates)

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Portage County Commission on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will discuss and possibly act on the senior center's proposed rates for 2026. The board will also review a budget amendment transfer request. Additional reports include a vendor report, budget revenue and expense summary, and a resource center update for October 2025.

• Senior Center proposed rates for 2026
• Budget Amendment Transfer Request
• Vendor Report – October 2025
• Budget Revenue & Expense – October 2025
• Resource Center report – October 2025

The commission approved the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved the proposed rates for the Senior Center for 2026 and a budget amendment transfer request, both by voice vote. The board accepted an offer for a new Nutrition Manager to start on January 5, 2026.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Senior Center proposed rates for 2026 (voice vote)
• Approved Budget Amendment Transfer Request (voice vote)
• Accepted offer for Nutrition Manager, start date Jan 5, 2026

Human Resources Committee

The Portage County Human Resources Committee will discuss several resolutions revising the county code of ordinances related to human resources policy. Items include changes to classification plans, authorization for new positions, and updates to fringe‑benefit provisions such as sick‑leave accumulation and civil leave. The committee will also approve a one‑time holiday on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, and consider the date for its next meeting.

• Resolution revising HR Policy sections 3.11.4 (Classification Plans) and 3.11.5 (Authorization for New Positions)
• Resolution revising HR Policy section 3.11.9 (Fringe Benefits – Sick Leave accumulation)
• Resolution revising HR Policy section 3.11.9 (Fringe Benefits – Leave of Absence, Civil Leave)
• Resolution approving Friday, Dec. 26, 2025 as a one‑time holiday
• Discussion of next meeting date option for Jan. 1, 2026

The Human Resources Committee approved the November 6 minutes by voice vote. It postponed a resolution on classification plans and new positions until February 2026. It approved a resolution revising the sick‑leave accumulation provision of the County Human Resources Policy by voice vote. It also approved a one‑time holiday on December 26, 2025 and set the next meeting for January 8, 2026.

• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Postponed action on classification plans and new positions resolution until Feb 2026 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved revision to sick‑leave accumulation policy (voice vote, no negatives)
• No action taken on leave of absence civil leave revision (discussion only)
• Approved Dec 26, 2025 as a one‑time supplemental holiday (voice vote, no negatives)
• Set next meeting for Jan 8, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. (or 3:30 p.m. if needed)

General

The advisory committee will review the October 1 meeting summary and the November 5 kickoff meeting summaries for the Zoning and Subdivision Subcommittees. It will discuss the public participation plan posted on the project website and the scheduling of stakeholder interviews. The committee will also receive a progress report and presentation on the diagnostic analysis and evaluation.

• Review October 1, 2025 advisory committee meeting summary
• Review November 5, 2025 Zoning Subcommittee meeting summary
• Review November 5, 2025 Subdivision Subcommittee meeting summary
• Discuss public participation plan and scheduling of stakeholder interviews
• Presentation of diagnostic analysis/evaluation progress report

The December 3, 2025 meeting served as a kickoff to review the ZORAC project. Participants received updates on the advisory committee, project timeline, public participation plan, and technical aspects of the zoning ordinance. The board discussed potential reorganization of the ordinance and upcoming stakeholder interviews, but no actions were approved or denied. The next meeting is scheduled for February 4, 2025.

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will hear a presentation on foreign animal disease response, review special meeting attendance reports, approve the November 19th meeting minutes, and discuss possible action on recommendations for a proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance.

• Presentation by Kurt E. Grajkowski on foreign animal disease response
• Review of Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Approval of November 19th, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion/Possible Action on recommendations for the proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations approved the set of recommendations for the proposed ordinance, with a vote of 6 Yes and 1 No. Earlier, the committee approved the November 19, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The approved recommendations cover fire safety, waste and nutrient management, environmental impacts, road use, financial security, public health, biosecurity, and air pollution mitigation.

• Approved November 19, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved recommendations for the proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance (6 Yes, 1 No)

Traffic Safety Commission

The Commission will receive reports on highway construction, crash spot maps, and traffic safety engineering. Members will discuss traffic safety legislation, EMS operations, and potential improvements for identified traffic hazards.

• Status of Highway Construction and Safety Repair/Proposals
• Crash Spot Map reports from Portage County Sheriff, Stevens Point Police, and Plover Police
• Safe Streets For All (SS4A) Grant Update
• Locations of Traffic Hazards and Recommended Improvements
• Discussion on Traffic Safety Legislation

The Traffic Safety Commission approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. No other formal actions or approvals were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of reports, updates, and discussion of upcoming items. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no negative votes)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Portage County Executive/Operations Committee will confirm four appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee and appoint one member to the North Central Wisconsin Tourism Partnership Board. The committee will also discuss requests to attend special meetings and payment authorizations.

• Confirm appointments to Local Emergency Planning Committee
• Appoint Jodi Maguire to North Central Wisconsin Tourism Partnership Board
• Discuss approval of special meeting attendance requests
• Discuss approval of special meeting reports and payment authorizations
• Review update on the new Portage County Strategic Plan

The Executive/Operations Committee approved the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It confirmed four new four‑year appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee. It also approved the appointment of Jodi Maguire to the North Central Wisconsin Tourism Partnership Board and authorized special meeting reports and payment requests.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Confirmed Local Emergency Planning Committee appointments for Tanner Arnold, Melissa Diers‑Sarasin, Scott Janz, and Chris Michalski (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved appointment of Jodi Maguire to the North Central Wisconsin Tourism Partnership Board (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved special meeting reports and payment authorization requests (voice vote, no negatives)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will review Q3 2025 statistics for Children and Family Services. The board may take action on a public health quality improvement plan and a grant application for substance use disorder residential services. A closed session is scheduled to discuss permanency planning for specific individuals.

• Division of Children and Family Services Q3 2025 Statistics presentation
• Approval of the Performance Management Quality Improvement Plan for Department of Public Health
• Approval of Application for the Room and Board Residential Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Opioid Settlement Funds Grant

The Health and Human Services Board approved several items by voice vote with no negative votes, including the November 17 meeting minutes, a quality‑improvement plan for the public health department, and an application for a residential substance‑use‑disorder grant. The board also entered a closed session to discuss sensitive permanency‑planning cases, then reconvened in open session. The next regular meeting was scheduled for December 15, 2025.

• Approved November 17, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Performance Management Quality Improvement Plan for Department of Public Health (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Application for Room and Board Residential Substance Use Disorder Opioid Settlement Funds Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session to consider permanency‑planning cases (8 yes, 0 no, 0 abstain)
• Reopened session (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Set next meeting date for December 15, 2025

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The committee will review activity reports from various public safety departments, approve minutes from the October meeting, and discuss the 2026 meeting schedule. The body is also set to consider approving the 2025 Emergency Operations Plan and a grant application for drug trafficking response. A key item is the discussion and possible action on a contract with Aurelian for AI dispatch software.

• Approval of 2025 Emergency Operations Plan
• Discussion/Possible Action on AI dispatch software contract with Aurelian
• Discussion/Possible Action on 2026 budget amendment for AI software
• Discussion/Possible Action on Law Enforcement Drug Trafficking Response 2026 Grant
• Discussion/Possible Action on extension of maintenance agreement with Ferno for EMS stair chairs

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee approved the contract with Aurelian for AI Dispatch software, with a 4‑1 vote. It also approved the 2026 budget amendment reflecting an account number change for that contract. Additional approvals included the 2025 Basic Emergency Operations Plan, a law‑enforcement drug‑trafficking grant, and an extension of the EMS Power Stair Chairs maintenance agreement. All motions passed by voice vote unless a recorded tally is noted.

• Approved AI Dispatch software contract (4-1)
• Approved 2026 budget amendment for AI Dispatch contract (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 Basic Emergency Operations Plan (voice vote)
• Approved Law Enforcement Drug Trafficking Response 2026 Grant (voice vote)
• Approved extension of Ferno maintenance agreement for EMS Power Stair Chairs (voice vote)
• Approved October 22, 2025 committee minutes (voice vote)

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will discuss the draft strategic plan and consider several routine items. They will approve the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting, review financial statements, and approve bills for payment. The meeting also includes committee reports and a system director’s report.

• Approval of the previous meeting minutes (Oct 23, 2025)
• Review of financial statements (presented by K. Goeden)
• Presentation and approval of bills for payment (C. Clark, S. Feith)
• Review of the draft strategic plan (S. Schultz)
• Announcements of next meeting on Dec 19, 2025

The trustees approved the September 25, 2025 meeting minutes, with three members abstaining. They approved bills for payment totaling $103,324.23 unanimously. They also unanimously approved the 2026 Annual System Plan to the Department of Public Instruction.

• Approved September 25, 2025 minutes (abstentions: J. Wright, M. Howe, M. Jorgensen)
• Approved bills for payment $103,324.23 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Annual System Plan (unanimous)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Solid Waste Management Board will receive updates on the county landfill, transfer facility, and household hazardous waste. The Director will report on a vendor invoice, SWAP reconciliation, recycling processing, and program updates. The board will approve the October meeting minutes. The board will discuss and possibly approve a direct haul agreement with Harter's Fox Valley Disposal.

• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Site Coordinator updates: landfill, transfer facility, household hazardous waste
• Director reports: vendor invoice, SWAP reconciliation, recycling processing, program updates
• Approval of October meeting minutes
• Discussion & possible action: approving and authorizing a direct haul agreement with Harter's Fox Valley Disposal

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the October meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The board also approved a direct haul agreement with Harter's Fox Valley Disposal, also by voice vote with no negative votes. No other actions were taken.

• Approved October meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved direct haul agreement with Harter's Fox Valley Disposal (voice vote, no negatives)

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and department operations. The board is scheduled to discuss and potentially take action on the 2026 budget for personnel expenses, meeting dates, and holiday closures.

• 2026 Budget Approval for Personnel Expenses
• 2026 Library Board Meeting Dates
• 2026 Holiday Closures
• Approval of October 15, 2025 Meeting Minutes

The Board approved the financial statements, the October 15, 2025 meeting minutes, the 2026 budget personnel expenses, and the 2026 holiday closures, all by voice vote. The Board discussed but took no action on the 2026 meeting dates. All motions were seconded and passed without recorded vote counts.

• Approved vendor invoice lists, purchase card statements, and budget status (voice vote)
• Approved October 15, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 budget personnel expenses (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 holiday closures (voice vote)
• No action taken on 2026 library board meeting dates (discussion only)

General

The joint Planning and Zoning and Land and Water Conservation committees will consider a public hearing on REQ-2025-008, a request by Chesley D. and Julie K. Brazeau to amend the Town of Stockton Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map and zoning for an 11.04‑acre parcel. The meeting also includes discussion of a Soil and Water Resource Management cost‑share budget amendment and a possible action on a Wellhead Protection Ordinance. Minutes from the October 28, 2025 meetings of both committees will be approved.

• Public hearing on REQ-2025-008: change parcel 034240927-11 from L2 Intermediate Agriculture to L3 Limited Agriculture/Mixed Use and from A2 Agricultural Transition to A3 Low Density Agricultural
• Discussion of Soil and Water Resource Management (SWRM) Cost Share Budget Amendment (Planning and Zoning Committee only)
• Discussion of Wellhead Protection Ordinance (both committees)
• Approval of October 28, 2025 minutes for Land and Water Conservation Committee
• Approval of October 28, 2025 minutes for Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved the Wellhead Protection Ordinance with the suggested amendment, voting 3‑1. The Land and Water Conservation Committee also approved the ordinance by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee approved the Soil and Water Resource Management Cost Share Budget Amendment and the REQ‑2025‑008 rezoning request by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Wellhead Protection Ordinance approved with amendment (Planning & Zoning vote 3‑1)
• Wellhead Protection Ordinance approved with amendment (Land & Water Conservation approved by voice vote, no negatives)
• Soil and Water Resource Management Cost Share Budget Amendment approved by voice vote, no negatives
• REQ‑2025‑008 Brazeau Future Land Use and Rezoning approved by voice vote, no negatives
• Planning and Zoning Committee minutes (Oct 28) approved by voice vote, no negatives
• Land and Water Conservation Committee minutes (Oct 28) approved by voice vote, no negatives

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will review recommendations regarding public health, biosecurity, and animal depopulation. These discussions are intended to inform a proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance. The committee will also review the Town of Isabelle's existing CAFO ordinance.

• Presentation on existing ordinances and communicable disease reporting by Portage County Health Officer Gary Garske and nurse Julie McKnight
• Presentation on depopulation, reporting, and biosecurity by Keith Poulsen of the Wisconsin Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory
• Discussion and possible action on public health and biosecurity recommendations for the proposed livestock ordinance
• Discussion and possible action on population and depopulation recommendations for the proposed livestock ordinance
• Review of the Town of Isabelle Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) Ordinance

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will consider several items, including a WisDOT routine maintenance agreement for 2026, a final design contract for County Trunk Highway D, and updates to the county speed‑zone ordinance. It will also review equipment purchase proposals for a one‑ton pickup, a supervisor truck, a paver attachment, and a disc bine. Minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting will be approved.

• Discussion and possible action on 2026 WisDOT Routine Maintenance Agreement
• Discussion and possible action on CTH D (CTH A to STH 54) Final Design Contract with Gremmer & Associates
• Discussion and possible action on Resolution revising County Ordinance 2.13.1, establishment of speed zones
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 equipment purchase – one‑ton pickup
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 equipment purchase – supervisor truck

The committee unanimously approved the 2026 WisDOT routine maintenance agreement, adding a $36,000 contingency for workzone enforcement. It also approved a $49,000 design contract for the CTH D (CTH A to STH 54) project and updated County Ordinance 2.13.1 to revise speed zones. Additionally, six equipment purchases ranging from $10,200 to $61,342 were approved.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 WisDOT Routine Maintenance Agreement with $36,000 workzone enforcement contingency (unanimous)
• Approved CTH D (CTH A to STH 54) design contract with Gremmer & Associates for $49,000 (unanimous)
• Approved revision of County Ordinance 2.13.1 speed zones, including changes to sections #58, #67, #68, #69 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of one‑ton pick‑up truck for $61,342 from Ewald Automotive Group (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of supervisor truck for $51,736.10 from Wheeler Automotive (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of paver attachment‑hopper for $10,200 from Fabick Cat (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of disc bine for $14,773.98 from Riesterer and Schnell, John Deere (unanimous)

County Board

The Portage County Board will vote on several financial and infrastructure measures, including a large promissory note and updates to the Capital Improvement Plan. The board is also reviewing contracts for solid waste facility upgrades and adjustments to employee salary schedules.

• Initial Resolution for General Obligation Promissory Notes not to exceed $160,000,000
• Amendments to the Portage County 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan
• Agreements with Dorschner Associates, Inc. and J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Solid Waste Transfer and Recycling Facilities upgrades
• 3.00% annual adjustment to the 2026 Portage County Salary Schedules
• Supervisory District boundary amendments due to annexations by the City of Stevens Point and Village of Plover

The Board adopted numerous resolutions, including authorizing up to $160 million in general obligation promissory notes, updating the capital improvement plan, and approving contracts for solid‑waste facility upgrades. It also approved agreements for AS400 system support, adopted the groundwater management plan, revised on‑call pay rules, and adjusted salary schedules. Several supervisory district boundary changes were enacted following recent annexations. All actions were approved by voice vote, with only one resolution receiving a single nay vote.

• Authorized borrowing up to $160,000,000 via general obligation notes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adopted amendments to the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan for jail, law enforcement center, and courthouse projects (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved agreement with Dorschner Associates for architect/engineer services for solid waste facilities (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved agreement with J.H. Findorff & Son for construction manager at risk services for solid waste facilities (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved five‑year AS400 hardware and support agreement with CDWG Inc. at cost $136,834 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adopted Portage County Groundwater Management Plan 2025 (voice vote, 1 nay – Barry Jacowski)
• Approved 3.00% adjustment to 2026 salary schedules effective Jan 1 2026 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Amended supervisory district boundaries for Stevens Point annexation (voice vote, no negatives)

Health and Human Services Board

The Portage County Health and Human Services Board will approve the November 3 meeting minutes and hear several reports, including economic support updates, a quality‑improvement plan, and Q3 public‑health statistics. The board will discuss a resolution to confirm Jessica Hake as the County Health & Human Services Director. A closed‑session portion will address confidential permanency‑planning cases.

• Economic Support Updates – presentation by Amanda Brooks
• Performance Management Quality Improvement Plan – presentation by Chris Weisgram
• Division of Public Health Q3 2025 Statistics – presentation by Gary Garske
• October 2025 Vendor Invoice List – report
• Resolution confirming appointment of Jessica Hake as Health & Human Services Director – discussion/action

The board approved the November 3, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. It approved the resolution confirming Jessica Hake’s appointment as Health & Human Services Director, also by voice vote with no negative votes. The board entered a closed session to consider confidential permanency‑planning cases (9‑0‑0 vote) and then reconvened in open session by voice vote. The next regular meeting was scheduled for December 1, 2025.

• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution confirming Jessica Hake as Health & Human Services Director (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session to consider confidential permanency‑planning cases (9 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened session after closed session (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Set next meeting date for December 1, 2025

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Portage County Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will review reports, approve minutes from the September 11, 2025 meeting, and discuss staffing positions in the 2026 Extension contract. It will also consider approving the 2026 Extension Contract and Resolution, a related budget adjustment, and a Memorandum of Understanding with Extension. Public comment will be permitted under the public comment ordinance.

• Review Vendor Invoice List
• Review/approval of minutes from September 11, 2025
• Discussion on Agriculture Educator positions in the 2026 Extension contract
• Discussion on Human Development & Relationships or Health and Wellbeing position in the 2026 Extension contract
• Discussion to approve the 2026 Extension Contract and Resolution

The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee approved the 2026 Extension Contract and several staffing positions. It also approved a budget adjustment showing zero fiscal impact and chose to take no action on a Memorandum of Understanding. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved minutes from September 11, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved Agriculture Livestock position at 0.25 FTE (voice vote)
• Approved Agriculture Crops and Soils position at 0.20 or 0.25 LTE (voice vote)
• Approved Human Development and Relationships position at 1 FTE (voice vote)
• Approved moving one County Support Staff position to a 4‑H Associate Educator at 1 FTE (voice vote)
• Approved the 2026 Extension Contract as presented (voice vote)
• Approved Budget Adjustment form indicating zero dollars fiscal impact (voice vote)
• Approved amended Budget Adjustment form (voice vote)

County Board

The Ad Hoc Committee of the County Board will hear a status update on the pending sale of the Portage County Health Care Center. A closed session will be held to discuss and negotiate the Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement for the sale of the center at 825 Whiting Avenue. The committee will then reconvene in open session to discuss those matters and consider directing staff to draft a resolution for board approval.

• Presentation by attorney Kevin Ramakrishna and Gateway Healthcare LLC on status of the Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement for the Portage County Health Care Center
• Closed session to discuss, deliberate, and negotiate terms of the Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement for the sale of the health care center at 825 Whiting Avenue
• Open session to discuss matters from the closed session related to the sale agreements
• Possible action to task staff to draft a resolution approving signing of the Asset Purchase Agreement and Operations Transfer Agreement

The committee approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. It chose to remain in open session rather than enter a closed session on the health‑care center sale. A motion passed to task staff with six ayes and zero nays to draft a resolution that would approve signing the asset purchase and operations transfer agreements for the Portage County Health Care Center.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Did not enter closed session; remained in open session
• Tasked staff to draft resolution to approve signing asset purchase and operations transfer agreements for the Health Care Center (6 ayes, 0 nays)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold its annual meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for two-year terms. The board will also discuss potential updates to the agency's by-laws and segregation of duties. The Director will provide updates on occupancy and finances.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for two-year terms
• Resolution 25-22: Updates to Housing Authority of the County of Portage By-Laws
• Resolution 25-24: Updates to Segregation of Duties
• Resolution 25-23: Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Schedule for 2026
• Review and approval of vouchers

The board approved the August 2025 disbursements totaling $150,492.23. It adopted Resolution 25-21 establishing housing choice voucher payment standards. The board authorized the sale of the 2015 maintenance van for $10,000, giving the executive director authority to sell at a reasonable price. The next annual meeting was set for November 12, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved minutes of 9-10-25 (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved August 2025 disbursements of $150,492.23 (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25-21 Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved sale of 2015 maintenance van, asking price $10,000, exec director authority (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved next meeting on November 12, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (3 ayes, 0 nays)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will review and possibly act on extra work for the air traffic control tower rehabilitation project. Staff will also present a T‑Hangar rate increase and provide updates on airport operations, finances, and projects. Public comments are allowed for up to 15 minutes.

• Review and possible action on additional work for the Air Traffic Control Tower Rehabilitation Project
• Director report includes T‑Hangar rate increase
• Financial reports covering revenues, expenses, and budget comparison
• Operations and project updates on airport operations and ongoing projects
• Fixed Base Operator report

Health Care Center Committee

The Health Care Center Committee will hear a financial presentation by the Finance Director, followed by the Administrator's Report and a financial report that includes the October 2025 census, vendor invoice list, and year‑to‑date budget. It will also review special meeting attendance reports related to Portage County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. The agenda includes approval of the October 14, 2025 committee minutes and scheduling the next meeting.

• Health Care Center Financial Presentation – Jennifer Jossie, Finance Director
• Administrator's Report
• Financial Report – Census Report for October 2025, Vendor Invoice List, Monthly YTD Budget Report
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Approval of October 14, 2025 Health Care Center Committee Minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting after a motion was made by Mike Splinter and seconded by Nancy Eggleston. The motion was approved. The next joint meeting was scheduled for December 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved October 14, 2025 Health Care Center Committee minutes (motion approved)

Finance Committee

The Finance and Space & Properties Committee will review vendor invoice lists and reports on special meeting attendance. The main item is discussion and possible action on a resolution to approve and adopt amendments to Portage County's 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan. Public comments are allowed after registration. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Review of vendor invoice lists
• Review of special meeting attendance reports (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discussion and possible action on resolution amending the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan

The Finance Committee voted to approve the resolution adopting amendments to the Portage County 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan and to forward it to the County Board. The Space & Properties Committee made the same approval and also forwarded the resolution to the County Board. Both motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Finance Committee approved resolution adopting amendments to the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Space & Properties Committee approved the same resolution and forwarded it to the County Board (voice vote, no negative votes)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and potentially act on a resolution for general obligation promissory notes and a hardware agreement for the legacy AS400 system. The body will also review a Sheriff's Office grant and worker's compensation coverage for 2026.

• Initial Resolution for General Obligation Promissory Notes not to exceed $160,000,000
• Five-year agreement with CDWG, Inc. for legacy AS400 system hardware, licensing, and maintenance
• Sheriff's Office grant application to WI County Mutual Insurance Corporation for $5,000
• 2026 Worker's Compensation TPA, Risk Control, and Excess Coverage contract with Wisconsin County Mutual

The committee approved the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting. It also approved a resolution authorizing up to $160,000,000 in general‑obligation promissory notes and a five‑year agreement with CDWG, Inc. for new AS400 hardware. The committee approved a $5,000 grant to the Sheriff’s Office and a contract with Wisconsin County Mutual for workers’ compensation services. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved October 27, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved resolution authorizing up to $160,000,000 general‑obligation promissory notes (voice vote)
• Approved five‑year agreement with CDWG, Inc. for AS400 hardware, licensing, and maintenance (voice vote)
• Approved $5,000 grant to the Sheriff’s Office (voice vote)
• Approved contract with Wisconsin County Mutual for workers’ compensation TPA services (voice vote)

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Portage County Local Emergency Planning Committee meeting on November 6, 2025 will discuss several items related to hazardous‑materials planning. Items include reviewing and approving hazardous‑materials response claims, off‑site plans for Allen Supply Company Inc. and Sentry Insurance headquarters, and updates on three state grants (EPCRA, CHREG, HMEP). The committee will also update the countywide hazardous‑materials strategic plan and set future meeting dates for 2026.

• Review and approve hazardous‑materials response claims (Item 8)
• Review and approve off‑site hazardous‑materials plans for Allen Supply Company Inc. and Sentry Insurance headquarters (Item 9)
• Review and approve intent for three grants: Wisconsin EPCRA Grant, Wisconsin Computer Hazmat Response Equipment (CHREG) Grant, and Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant (Item 10)
• Update on the countywide hazardous‑materials strategic plan (Item 6)
• Set 2026 LEPC meeting dates: Feb 5, May 7, Aug 6, Nov 5 (Item 7)

The Local Emergency Planning Committee approved the off‑site hazardous‑materials plans presented by Allen Supply Company Inc. and Sentry Insurance. The committee also approved the August 7, 2025 meeting minutes and nominated Melissa Diers‑Sarasin as a new member. Future meeting dates for 2026 were set.

• Approved August 7, 2025 LEPC minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved off‑site hazardous‑materials plans (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved nomination of Melissa Diers‑Sarasin as new LEPC member (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Set 2026 meeting dates: Feb 5, May 7, Aug 6, Nov 5
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee will review staff updates and a mobility management report, approve the August 2025 meeting minutes, and discuss several items including the Q3 85.21 Report, Q3 IIIB 2025, the 2026 Transportation Budget, and the 2026 Transit Fare Structure. No decisions are recorded in the agenda beyond discussion of these items.

• Approval of August 2025 minutes
• Q3 85.21 Report
• Q3 IIIB 2025
• 2026 Transportation Budget
• 2026 Transit Fare Structure

The Transportation Coordinating Committee approved the August 2025 minutes, two quarterly reports, and the combined 2026 transportation budget and transit fare structure. All approvals were passed by voice vote with no negative votes. The next meeting is scheduled for February 26, 2026.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Q3 85.21 Report (voice vote)
• Approved Q3 1118 2025 Report (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 Transportation Budget and Fare Structure (voice vote)

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Portage County Commission on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review several reports, including attendance, vendor, budget, and caregiver support updates. They will also consider updates to the Food Policy and the Fire (evacuation) Policy. The meeting includes public comment procedures and sets the next meeting for December 4, 2025.

• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Vendor Report – September 2025
• Budget Revenue & Expense – September 2025
• Caregiver Roadmap Event – November 18
• Policy Updates – Food Policy and Fire (evacuation) Policy

The board approved the updated fire evacuation policy for the ADRC parking lot, passing the motion by voice vote after it was moved by Brush and seconded by Kissner. The October 2, 2025 meeting minutes were also approved by voice vote following a motion by Larson and seconded by Adams. No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved Fire (evacuation) Policy update (motion by Brush, seconded by Kissner) – passed by voice vote
• Approved October 2, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by Larson, seconded by Adams) – passed by voice vote

Human Resources Committee

The Portage County Human Resources Committee will consider several resolutions, including a revision to Ordinance 3.11.8 to extend on‑call pay to certain exempt employees and the approval of VOYA as the stop‑loss provider for the 2026 health insurance plan. The committee will also discuss the Carelon Rx Weight Management Program and a revision to the compensatory time schedule. A key decision will be the approval of a 3.00% annual adjustment to the 2026 salary schedules.

• Resolution revising Ordinance 3.11.8 to include on‑call pay for exempt health, human services, and highway employees
• Resolution approving VOYA as the stop‑loss provider for the 2026 Portage County health insurance plan
• Resolution approving a 3.00% annual adjustment to the 2026 Portage County salary schedules
• Revision to the compensatory time schedule on file in the Human Resources Department
• Presentation of the Carelon Rx Weight Management Program

The committee approved the October 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved revisions to overtime rules, authorized VOYA as the 2026 stop‑loss provider, adopted the Carelon Rx weight‑management program, enacted a 3% salary schedule increase for 2026, and updated the compensatory time schedule. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved October 2, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved revision to Ordinance 3.11.8 (5) to include exempt Health and Human Services and Highway employees (voice vote)
• Approved authorizing VOYA as stop‑loss provider for the 2026 health insurance plan (voice vote)
• Approved Carelon Rx Weight Management Program with 2026 implementation date to be set by staff (voice vote)
• Approved 3.00% annual adjustment to the 2026 salary schedules (voice vote)
• Approved revision to compensatory time schedule with new carry‑over limits (voice vote)

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will review environmental, road, and financial assurance recommendations tied to a proposed ordinance on industrial livestock operations. A presentation on road damage from farm equipment will be given. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of prior minutes and scheduling future agenda items.

• Discussion of environmental impact recommendations for the proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance
• Discussion of road impact recommendations for the proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance
• Discussion of financial assurance recommendations for the proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance
• Presentation by Highway Commissioner Nathan Check on road damage from farm equipment
• Approval of October 29th, 2025 meeting minutes

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations approved the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting by voice vote with no negative votes. No other actions were taken; the committee discussed environmental, road, and financial recommendations related to a proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance and reviewed the future agenda. The next meeting is set for November 19, 2025.

• Approved October 29, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, unanimous)

Land Records Modernization Committee

The Portage County Land Records Modernization Committee will consider several reports, approve prior meeting minutes, discuss the authority of the Land Information Officer if the position becomes vacant, and review the 2026 budget for the program. Public comment will be allowed according to the public comment ordinance.

• GIS Technician Report
• GIS Coordinator Report
• Review/approval of November 18, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Land Information Officer authority and responsibilities in case of vacancy
• Review of the 2026 budget

The Land Records Modernization Committee elected Steve Cieslewicz as Chair and Josh Ostrowski as Vice‑Chair, each by unanimous voice vote. The committee also approved the November 18, 2024 minutes by voice vote. Rod Sutter was approved as the secondary contact for the Land Information Officer position, also by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Steve Cieslewicz elected Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• Josh Ostrowski elected Vice‑Chair (unanimous voice vote)
• November 18, 2024 minutes approved (voice vote, no negatives)
• Rod Sutter approved as secondary Land Information Officer contact (voice vote, no negatives)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will consider approving two agreements: one with Dorschner Associates, Inc. for architect and engineer services, and another with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for construction‑manager‑at‑risk services, both for additions and upgrades to the Solid Waste Transfer and Recycling Facilities. The committee will also discuss security access improvements at the 1516 Church Street courthouse entrance, creation of a new Family Court Commissioner hearing space at the same location, and the possible purchase of the property at 3349 Church Street. A discussion of the Government Facility Master Plan for the law‑enforcement center, jail, and courthouse remodel will also be held.

• Approve agreement with Dorschner Associates, Inc. for architect/engineer services for solid waste facility addition and upgrades
• Approve agreement with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for construction‑manager‑at‑risk services for solid waste facility addition and upgrades
• Discuss process, timeline, and conditions for single‑point security access at 1516 Church Street entrance
• Discuss process, timeline, and conditions for new Family Court Commissioner hearing space at 1516 Church Street
• Consider potential purchase of property at 3349 Church Street in Stevens Point

The Space and Properties Committee approved a resolution to hire Dorschner Associates for architect and engineer services and another resolution to hire J.H. Findorff & Son for construction‑manager‑at‑risk services for the Solid Waste Transfer and Recycling Facilities. Both approvals were passed by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee also directed staff to return with alternative security solutions for the courthouse entrance and with options for new Family Court Commissioner space, and noted that a possible purchase of 3349 Church Street will be considered at the November 10 joint meeting.

• Approved resolution for architect/engineer services with Dorschner Associates (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved resolution for construction‑manager‑at‑risk services with J.H. Findorff & Son (voice vote, no negatives)
• Directed staff to provide alternative security solutions for single‑point access at 1516 Church St (voice vote, no negatives)
• Directed staff to present options for new Family Court Commissioner space at 1516 Church St (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved October 7, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Discussed potential purchase of 3349 Church St; item moved to Nov 10 joint Finance & Space and Properties agenda

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will discuss and possibly act on amending supervisory district boundaries following annexations by the City of Stevens Point and the Village of Plover. The meeting will also cover vendor invoices, budget updates, and special meeting attendance reports.

• Approval of October 8, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on amending supervisory district boundaries due to annexations
• Vendor invoice lists and budget updates
• Discussion on special meeting attendance and payment authorization
• Public comment registration for agenda items

The Executive/Operations Committee approved the October 8, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved the special meeting reports and payment authorization requests by voice vote. Resolutions to amend supervisory district boundaries resulting from the City of Stevens Point's annexation and the Village of Plover's annexation were each approved by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved special meeting reports and payment authorizations (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution to amend supervisory district boundaries after City of Stevens Point annexation (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved another resolution to amend supervisory district boundaries after City of Stevens Point annexation (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution to amend supervisory district boundaries after Village of Plover annexation (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved additional resolution to amend supervisory district boundaries after City of Stevens Point annexation (voice vote, no negative votes)

General

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will conduct a farm tour of a Concentrated Animal Feeding Operation. This visit relates to a proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance, though no official action will be taken during the tour.

• Tour of Miltrim Farms, Inc. at 115315 West Townline Road in Athens, WI

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations met on November 3, 2025. Members discussed best practices and safeguards for large dairy operations with a farm owner. The meeting set the next session for November 5, 2025 at 7:00 pm. No formal actions or votes were recorded.

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will receive a presentation on how a government shutdown affects economic support. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss permanency planning for specific individuals.

• Presentation by Amanda Brooks on government shutdown impacts to Economic Support
• Closed session regarding permanency planning for specific persons

The board approved the minutes from the October 20, 2025 meeting by voice vote with no negative votes. The board decided not to enter closed session on the proposed matter. The next regular meeting was scheduled for November 17, 2025. The meeting adjourned at 4:20 PM.

• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Did not enter closed session as proposed
• Scheduled next meeting for November 17, 2025

County Board

The County Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026 budget and property tax levy apportionment. Members will also discuss the Government Facility Master Plan Project regarding the courthouse and law enforcement center.

• Public hearing and adoption of the 2026 Portage County Budget
• Property Tax Levy Apportionment for the 2025 Tax Levy Payable in 2026
• Discussion of Government Facility Master Plan Project (Law Enforcement Center/Jail and Courthouse Remodel)
• Establishing Fund Balance Classifications per GASB Statement No. 54

The Portage County Board approved the 2026 budget, authorizing a $36,051,291 property tax levy and a total budget of $142,225,733 after several amendments. Amendments increased staffing funds for a Foster Care Coordinator (+$46,163), reclassified the Chief Deputy County Clerk (+$11,250), and transferred $8,931 within the ADRC budget. The board also adopted GASB Statement 54 fund‑balance classifications and changed the Business Park Fund classification from committed to assigned.

• Adopt 2026 budget $142,225,733 and $36,051,291 tax levy (23 ayes, 1 excused, 1 absent)
• Amend Foster Care Coordinator to 1 FTE, increasing budget $46,163 (voice vote)
• Reclassify Chief Deputy County Clerk to Grade 26, increasing budget $11,250 (voice vote)
• Transfer $8,931 within ADRC budget for Health Promotion Coordinator hours (voice vote)
• Reclassify Chief Deputy Treasurer to Grade 23, increasing budget $3,360 (voice vote)
• Change Business Park Fund classification from committed to assigned (voice vote)
• Adopt GASB Statement 54 fund‑balance classifications (voice vote)
• Approve October 21 2025 minutes (voice vote)

Central Sands Groundwater County Collaborative

The Central Sands Groundwater County Collaborative will meet to receive legislative updates and county groundwater updates. Attendees will discuss standardizing meeting dates and times, nominate and elect a new secretary, consider re‑involving the health departments of the six Central Sands counties, and review the "Nitrates On Tap" report on nitrate contamination in drinking water. No formal decisions are indicated; the agenda items are for discussion.

• Legislative updates
• County groundwater updates – conservation and public health
• Discussion on standardizing the date and time for CSGCC meetings
• Nomination and election of CSGCC Secretary
• Discussion of the "Nitrates On Tap" report on nitrate contamination

County Board

The County Board will hear a presentation on the Government Facilities Master Plan, covering a new law enforcement center, jail, and courthouse remodel. No decisions or votes are scheduled, and public comment is suspended for this meeting. The meeting is a Committee of the Whole with no action agenda items.

• Presentation of Government Facilities Master Plan (law enforcement center, jail, courthouse remodel)

The Portage County Board met on October 30, 2025, with 20 supervisors present. A presentation on the Government Facilities Master Plan (law enforcement center, jail, and courthouse remodel) was given. No public comments were received and no motions or votes were taken. The meeting adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will receive presentations on CAFOs and operational ordinance standards. The committee will discuss and potentially take action on waste management and environmental impact recommendations for a proposed ordinance.

• Presentation by Victoria Ziegler (DNR) on Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFO) overview
• Presentation by Tim Jackson and Jenn Chakravorty (DATCP) on Wis. Stats. Chapters 92 and 93 standards
• Discussion/Possible Action on waste management recommendations for industrial livestock operations ordinance
• Discussion/Possible Action on environmental impact recommendations for industrial livestock operations ordinance
• Review of Schedule of Future Agenda and Committee Recommendations

The committee approved the October 15th, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. It moved the discussion of environmental impact recommendations to the next meeting on November 5th, 2025. The next regular meeting was scheduled for November 5th, 2025 at 7:00 pm.

• Approved October 15th, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Postponed environmental impact recommendations to Nov 5 2025
• Scheduled next meeting for Nov 5 2025, 7:00 pm

Solid Waste Management Board

The Solid Waste Management Board will discuss and possibly authorize agreements with Dorschner Associates, Inc. and J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for the addition and upgrades to the Solid Waste Transfer and Recycling Facilities. The board will also consider revisions to the code of ordinances regarding solid waste and recycling.

• Agreement with Dorschner Associates, Inc. for architect and engineer services
• Agreement with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for construction manager at risk services
• Revisions to code of ordinances section 4.7 Solid Waste and 4.8 Recycling
• Discussion of landfill, transfer facility, and household hazardous waste updates
• Approval of August 2025 meeting minutes

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the August meeting minutes by unanimous voice vote. It also approved and authorized agreements with Dorschner Associates, Inc. for architect‑engineer services and with J.H. Findorff & Son, Inc. for construction‑manager‑at‑risk services, each by unanimous voice vote. The proposed revisions to the solid waste and recycling ordinances were not acted on and will be reconsidered later.

• Approved August meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved agreement with Dorschner Associates for architect/engineer services (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved agreement with J.H. Findorff & Son for construction manager at risk services (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Deferred action on revisions to code ordinances sections 4.7 and 4.8

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning and Land and Water Conservation committees will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Wellhead Protection Ordinance and Groundwater Protection District maps. The committees will also discuss groundwater management and a specific rezoning request in Stevens Point.

• Public hearing on T-2025-001 to amend Wellhead Protection Ordinance and Groundwater Protection District maps
• Reconsideration of rezoning at Northeast Corner of County Road HH & Hoover Road from R-1 to B-4
• Discussion of 2026 Wildlife Damage Abatement Claims Program Budget and 2025 Crop Prices
• Authorization of a contract for Public Land Survey System Corner Maintenance
• Update on Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations

The Planning and Zoning Committee voted 3‑2 to send a letter to the County Board about the City of Stevens Point’s rezoning of the northeast corner of County Road HH and Hoover Road. The committee also approved a contract for Public Land Survey System corner maintenance, the 2026 Wildlife Damage Abatement Claims Program budget and 2025 crop prices, and the Groundwater Management Plan. All approvals were passed by voice vote with no negative votes. Minutes from September meetings were also approved.

• Approved sending letter to County Board on Stevens Point rezoning (3‑2)
• Approved contract for Public Land Survey System Corner Maintenance (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved 2026 Wildlife Damage Abatement Claims Program and 2025 Crop Prices (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved Groundwater Management Plan (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved September 2, 2025 Land and Water Conservation Committee minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved September 23, 2025 Planning and Zoning Committee minutes (voice vote, no negatives)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the October 13, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It adopted four proposed amendments to the 2026 County budget, with one negative vote on amendment #4. The committee also approved a resolution adopting the 2026 budget and property tax levy apportionment, and a resolution establishing fund‑balance classifications, both to be forwarded to the County Board.

• Approved October 13, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved budget amendment #1 (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved budget amendment #2 (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved budget amendment #3 (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved budget amendment #4 (voice vote, one negative vote by L. Raikowski)
• Approved resolution adopting the 2026 budget and tax‑levy apportionment (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution establishing fund‑balance classifications per GASB Statement No. 54 (voice vote, no negative votes)

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will meet to review financial statements and approve bills for payment. The board is scheduled to decide on the 2026 Annual System Plan for submission to the DPI and approve committee appointments for new trustees.

• Approval of 2026 Annual System Plan to DPI
• Approval of committee appointments for new trustees
• Review of financial statements and approval of bills for payment

The board approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting, with one member abstaining. It unanimously approved bills for payment totaling $465,411.78. The proposed 2026 budget, wage grid, organizational chart, and director salary were also approved unanimously. Committee appointments for new trustees were tabled until the November meeting.

• Approved August 28, 2025 minutes (abstention by G. Poulson)
• Approved bills for payment totaling $465,411.78 (unanimous)
• Approved proposed 2026 budget, wage grid, org chart, and director salary (unanimous)
• Tabled committee appointments for new trustees until November meeting

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review activity reports from various county departments and approve the September meeting minutes. It will discuss a one‑year renewal of the EMS survey and a maintenance agreement for Transend Power Stairchairs. The primary decision item is the possible approval of a contract with Talon Protection Agency for mental health transport services in Portage County.

• Review and approve September 24, 2025 committee minutes
• One‑year renewal of EMS Survey (discussion only)
• One‑year maintenance agreement with Ferno for Transend Power Stairchairs (discussion only)
• Possible approval of contract with Talon Protection Agency for mental health transports

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee approved the contract with Talon Protection Agency for mental health transports, with the motion carried by voice vote and no negative votes. The committee also approved the September 24, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved contract with Talon Protection Agency for mental health transports (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved September 24, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)

General

The Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice chair, hear public comments, and review prior meeting minutes. Staff will present reports and an update on limited‑term employees. The committee will discuss the 2025 Plan of Work accomplishments, 2025 budget projections for 2026, and the proposed 2026 fee schedules. Future agenda items include a Golden Sands RC&D LTE contract and the 2026 budget.

• Discussion/Possible Action – Minutes of June 2nd 2026
• Discussion/Possible Action – 2025 Plan of Work Accomplishments/2026 Plan of Work
• Discussion/Possible Action – 2025 Budget Projections/2026 Budget
• Discussion/Possible Action – 2026 Fee Schedules
• Future Agenda Items – Golden Sands RC&D LTE contract and 2026 budget

The advisory committee approved the June 2, 2025 minutes and the staff report, both by voice vote with no opposition. It also approved the 2025 Plan of Work Accomplishments, the 2026 Plan of Work, and designated Portage County as the administrator for Limited Term Employees. Finally, the committee approved the 2025 budget projections, the 2026 budget, and the 2026 fee schedule, all by voice vote with no nays.

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved staff report (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved 2025 Plan of Work Accomplishments (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved 2026 Plan of Work (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved Portage County as administrator for Limited Term Employees (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved 2025 Budget Projections and 2026 Budget (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved 2026 fee schedule (voice vote, no nays)

County Board

The board will discuss the 2026 proposed County budget and consider several comprehensive plan and zoning map amendments for the Towns of Hull, New Hope, and Sharon. It will vote on resolutions covering elected‑official compensation, exclusion of a juvenile detention center from jail plans, snowmobile trail aids, and health‑care contracts. The meeting also includes approval of the October 7, 2025 minutes and reappointments to the South Central Library System Board and the Housing Authority Board.

• Approval of contract with Southern Health Partners for inmate healthcare at the Portage County jail
• Authorization of Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as Portage County's health plan administrator for 2026
• Resolution to exclude a Juvenile Detention Center from the Jail and Law Enforcement Center plans
• Adoption of comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance map amendments for the Towns of Hull, New Hope, and Sharon
• Discussion of the 2026 proposed County budget

The Portage County Board approved the October 7, 2025 minutes and confirmed two county‑executive reappointments. It adopted four zoning and land‑use map amendments for the towns of Hull, New Hope, Sharon and Hensler. The board also approved compensation for the Board Chair and Supervisors, a contract for inmate health care, renewal of Anthem as the county health‑plan administrator, snowmobile trail funding, and 2025 budget adjustments.

• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Confirmed reappointments of Nancy Foth and Supervisor Mike Splinter (voice vote, 1 abstention)
• Adopted four zoning map amendments for Hull, New Hope, Sharon and Hensler (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved annual compensation for County Board Chair (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved annual compensation for County Board Supervisors (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved contract with Southern Health Partners for inmate health care (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Renewed Anthem as County health‑plan administrator for 2026 (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Authorized 2025 budget adjustments as recommended by the Finance Committee (voice vote, no negative votes)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider special exception requests regarding land use and sewage systems. The meeting includes on-site inspections for two of the petitioned properties.

• PET-2025-014: Request to operate a commercial garden and Agricultural Event Center at 343 County Road E South, Town of Carson
• PET-2025-016: Request to install holding tanks for a cheese/whey plant addition at 2541 Foremost Road, Village of Plover
• PET-2025-017: Request for an accessory building exceeding allowed floor area at 1445 Plover Heights Road, Town of Hull

The Portage County Board of Adjustment approved three special‑exception petitions, each by a 4‑0 vote. The approvals include a commercial garden and agricultural event center in the Town of Carson, a holding tank for a cheese/whey plant in the Village of Plover, and an accessory building in the Town of Hull. Each approval was granted with specific conditions outlined by the board.

• Approved PET-2025-014 (commercial garden & event center) with conditions; vote 4‑0
• Approved PET-2025-016 (holding tank for cheese/whey plant) with sanitary‑permit condition; vote 4‑0
• Approved PET-2025-017 (accessory building exceeding floor area) with zoning‑permit and size setbacks; vote 4‑0

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will hear a WIC presentation on government‑shutdown impacts and a Q2 2025 public‑health statistics report. The Director will give a staffing, operations, and activities report and the board will review a September 2025 vendor invoice list. The meeting will approve the October 6, 2025 minutes and enter a closed session to discuss permanency‑planning case histories.

• Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) presentation on shutdown impacts
• Division of Public Health Q2 2025 statistics report
• Director’s report on staffing, operations, and activities
• September 2025 vendor invoice list review
• Closed session on permanency‑planning case histories (Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.85(1)(F))

The Health and Human Services Board met on October 20, 2025, heard presentations and reports, and considered the minutes from the October 6 meeting. A motion to approve those minutes was made by Chris Doubek, seconded by Suzanne Oehlke, and carried by voice vote with no negative votes. The board chose not to enter closed session and reconvened in open session. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 PM.

• Approved October 6, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Did not enter closed session

General

The Portage County Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee will review water sampling results and discuss updates to the groundwater management plan. The meeting is held at the County Annex in Stevens Point.

• Review/Approval of February 18, 2025 minutes
• Public comments on agenda items
• Presentation of 2022 County-Wide Water Sampling Results
• Presentation of Lake Levels & Streamflow Data
• Presentation of Portage Solar Monitoring Wells

The committee approved the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. It also approved a series of amendments to the Groundwater Management Plan Update, again by voice vote with no negative votes. The next meeting was scheduled for January 18, 2025.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved amendments to Groundwater Management Plan Update (voice vote, no negatives)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 18, 2025

Public Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and department operations. The meeting includes discussions and possible actions regarding the 2026 budget and 2024 carryover updates.

• 2026 PCPL Budget Update
• 2024 PCPL Carryover Update
• PCPL 2025 Winter Holiday Schedule
• Approval of Vendor Invoice Lists and Purchase Card Statements

The board approved the library’s financial statements and the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes, both by voice vote. It also approved the 2025 winter holiday schedule as presented, again by voice vote. Discussions on the 2024 carryover funds and the 2026 budget resulted in no action.

• Approved financial statements (voice vote)
• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved 2025 winter holiday schedule (voice vote)
• No action on 2024 carryover fund discussion
• No action on 2026 budget discussion

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will review waste management recommendations related to proposed industrial livestock operations. It will also consider data on animal unit thresholds for new and existing farms and discuss scheduling a farm tour. The meeting includes presentations on existing ordinance 7.10 and manure spill transportation.

• Discussion/Possible Action on waste management recommendations for proposed industrial livestock operations
• Discussion/Possible Action on animal unit threshold recommendations for new and existing farms
• Presentation on Existing Portage County Ordinance 7.10
• Presentation on manure spills and transportation by UW Extension
• Discussion on scheduling a farm tour for committee members

The committee approved the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting by voice vote with no negative votes. All other agenda items were discussed or postponed, with no approvals, denials, or votes recorded.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will meet on Oct. 14, 2025 to approve the September 11, 2025 meeting minutes and receive staff updates on air service, finances, operations, and projects. A 15‑minute public comment period will be provided. The agenda also includes a Fixed Base Operator report and the scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approval of minutes from the September 11, 2025 Board meeting
• 15‑minute public comment period
• Staff reports on air service, financials, operations, and airport projects
• Fixed Base Operator (FBO) report
• Introduction of Angel Laidlaw with Centergy

Health Care Center Committee

The Health Care Center Committee will hear the Administrator’s Report and a Financial Report that includes a September 2025 census, vendor invoices, and a year‑to‑date budget. It will also receive Special Meeting Attendance Reports under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. The committee will vote to approve the minutes from its September 9, 2025 meeting. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date and adjournment.

• Administrator's Report
• Financial Report – census, vendor invoices, year‑to‑date budget
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes

The Health Care Center Committee approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. No vote tally was recorded. The next meeting was set for November 11, 2025 at 4:00 p.m., and the session was adjourned at 4:53 p.m.

• Approved September 9, 2025 meeting minutes

Finance Committee

The committee will review the 2024 Annual Financial Report and vendor invoices. It will discuss a grant award of $11,500 from the WI Department of Natural Resources for a snowmobile trail. The meeting also includes discussion of 2025 budget amendments and a review of the proposed 2026 county budget.

• Presentation of 2024 Annual Financial Report by Amber Danielski, CliftonLarsonAllen LLP
• Discussion of WI DNR Snowmobile Trail Aid grant award – $11,500
• Resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers
• Review of 2026 proposed county budget items (tax levy, debt service, health care center referendum, capital, sales tax)
• Approval of September 8, 2025 meeting minutes

The committee approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved a WI Department of Natural Resources Snowmobile Trail Aid grant of $11,500. Finally, the committee approved a resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers and forwarded it to the County Board.

• Approved September 8, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved $11,500 Snowmobile Trail Aid grant award (voice vote)
• Approved resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers (voice vote)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will review reports on park facilities and discuss accepting a grant for snowmobile trail improvements. The body will also consider a budget amendment and a resolution for the 2026-2027 snowmobile season. Additionally, the commission will discuss the possibility of kayak rentals in county parks.

• Review of new vault toilets at Jordan Park
• Discussion on Jordan Lodge roof update
• Approval of application for DNR Snowmobile Trails Aids Grant
• Budget amendment request for Snowmobile Trails Aids Grant
• Discussion on kayak rentals in Portage County Parks

The commission approved the August 14, 2025 minutes and approved the application, budget amendment, and resolution for the Wisconsin DNR Snowmobile Trails Aids Grant for the Rosholt re‑route, including funding for the 2026‑2027 season. The board also set the next meeting for December 11, 2025 and postponed a decision on kayak rentals pending more information.

• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved application for WI DNR Snowmobile Trails Aids Grant – Rosholt re‑route (Yes: Fritz, Cyran, Butkowski, Yetter; Abstain: Swan)
• Approved budget amendment transfer request for Snowmobile Trails Aids Grant – Rosholt re‑route (Yes: Fritz, Cyran, Butkowski, Yetter; Abstain: Swan)
• Approved resolution for Snowmobile Trails Aids for 2026‑2027 season (Yes: Fritz, Cyran, Butkowski, Yetter; Abstain: Swan)
• Set next meeting date for December 11, 2025
• Postponed decision on kayak rentals pending vendor information
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried by voice vote)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will review occupancy, expenses, and account balances. The board will consider action on voucher payment standards and the sale of a maintenance van.

• Resolution 25-21 regarding Housing Choice Voucher Payment Standards
• Possible sale of a maintenance van
• Review and approval of vouchers

The Housing Authority Board approved July 2025 disbursements of $153,852.36 and the Executive Director’s annual performance evaluation. It also approved the Housing Manager’s reclassification to Assistant Executive Director with a wage of $34.52 per hour retroactive to September 1, 2025, and a 4% salary increase for the Executive Director effective January 1, 2026. Additionally, the board adopted four resolutions covering investment of agency funds, payroll bank account funding, updates to the annual plan and civil‑rights certification, and updates to the Housing Choice Voucher administrative plan.

• Approved July 2025 disbursements of $153,852.36 (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Annual Performance Evaluation for Executive Director (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Housing Manager reclassification to Assistant Executive Director and wage $34.52/hr retroactive 9‑1‑2025 (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved 4% salary increase for Executive Director effective 1‑1‑26 (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑17 to invest agency funds in the Local Government Investment Pool (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑18 to fund the Payroll Bank Account from General Outside Funds (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑19 to update the Annual Plan and recertify the Civil Rights Certification (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25‑20 to update the Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan (3 ayes, 0 nays)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will review vendor invoice lists and reports from County Counsel, County Clerk, and special‑meeting attendance. It will approve the reappointment of Nancy Foth to the South Central Library System Board and Supervisor Mike Splinter to the Housing Authority Board. The Committee will discuss possible actions on approving requests to attend special meetings and authorizing payments for special‑meeting reports. It will also consider parameters for these approvals.

• Review of vendor invoice lists
• Reappointment of Nancy Foth to the South Central Library System Board (three‑year term)
• Reappointment of Supervisor Mike Splinter to the Housing Authority Board (five‑year term)
• Discussion of approval requests to attend special meetings
• Discussion of approval of special‑meeting reports and payment authorizations

The Executive/Operations Committee approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. The committee reappointed Nancy Foth to the South Central Library System Board for a three‑year term ending Dec. 17, 2028. The committee reappointed Supervisor Mike Splinter to the Housing Authority Board for a five‑year term ending Sep. 30, 2030. The committee also approved the special meeting reports and payment authorization requests by voice vote.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed Nancy Foth to South Central Library System Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed Supervisor Mike Splinter to Housing Authority Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved special meeting reports and payment authorization requests (voice vote, no negative votes)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will receive several reports, including attendance, vendor invoices, and the year‑to‑date budget. It will also hear a director’s update on facilities management staffing, operations, and activities. Project updates will be presented for the courthouse remodel, the new jail/LEC, and the solid waste remodel.

• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Vendor Invoice List dated July 31, 2025
• Vendor Invoice List dated August 31, 2025
• Year‑to‑Date Budget report dated June 30, 2025
• Project Reports: Courthouse Remodel, New Jail/LEC, Solid Waste Remodel

The Space and Properties Committee approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 joint meeting. The motion was made by Dave Ladick, seconded by Nancy Eggleston, and passed by voice vote with no negative votes. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved September 2, 2025 joint meeting minutes (voice vote)

County Board

The Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation by The Ensign Group on a possible acquisition of the Portage County Health Care Center, followed by a discussion of that presentation. The County Board will then receive the State of the County address and the 2026 budget presentation, and will approve the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Presentation by The Ensign Group on potential purchase of the Portage County Health Care Center
• Discussion of the Ensign Group presentation
• County Executive Pavelski – State of the County address
• Finance Director Jennifer Jossie – 2026 budget presentation
• Approval of September 16, 2025 Board minutes

The Board of Supervisors approved the September 16, 2025 minutes by voice vote. The Committee of the Whole was adjourned by voice vote. The full Board meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned Committee of the Whole (voice vote)
• Adjourned Board meeting (voice vote)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will hear presentations on immunization programs, a West Nile update, and community program statistics. The Director will report on staffing and operations. The board will enter a closed session to consider cases involving personal histories that could affect reputations, as allowed by Wis. Stat. Sec. 19.85(1)(F). The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.

• Immunization Programs Overview – Lynn Frost
• Public Health Update on West Nile – Gary Garske
• Division of Community Programs Q2 2025 Statistics – Jessica Hake
• Director's Report on staffing, operations, and activities
• Closed session to consider confidential permanency planning cases

The Health and Human Services Board approved the September 15, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The board then voted 7‑0 to enter a closed session to discuss confidential permanency‑planning cases. After the closed session, the board reconvened to open session by voice vote with no opposition. The meeting adjourned at 5:22 PM.

• Approved Sep 15, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session (7 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened session (voice vote, no negative votes)

Justice Coalition

The Justice Coalition will meet to approve the 2026 Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Program Grant Application and discuss policy changes for justice programs. The group will also review a proposal to build a new juvenile secure detention center within the scope of a new jail.

• Approval of 2026 Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Program Grant Application
• Review and Approve Policy Changes to Justice Programs Policy Manuals
• Create Workgroup to Review Goals of Justice Programs
• Discussion of Building a New Juvenile Secure Detention Center
• Presentation of Overview of Courthouse Remodel and Jail Construction

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review the 2025 Aging Plan and various August 2025 financial and operational reports. The board will also receive updates on staffing, upcoming events, and state legislation tracking.

• 2025 Aging Plan
• Budget Revenue & Expense Reports for August 2025
• Vendor Report for August 2025
• Nutrition Snapshot for June, July, and August
• GWAAR-WAAN State Legislation Tracking

The commission approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. The board then adjourned the October 2, 2025 meeting at 4:25 p.m., also by voice vote with no opposition. No other substantive actions or votes were taken.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:25 p.m. (voice vote, no negative votes)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will discuss and potentially act on the 2026 health plan administrator and insurance premiums. The body will also review compensation for elected officials for the 2026-2028 term.

• Resolution to authorize Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as the 2026 Health Plan Administrator
• Resolution to authorize Garner for a health plan steerage and incentive program
• 2026 health insurance premiums, premium contributions, and HSA contributions
• Compensation for County Board Supervisor and County Board Chair (April 2026 - April 2028 term)
• Reconsideration of creating a Department of Surveyor

The Human Resources Committee approved the September 4, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as Portage County’s health‑plan administrator for 2026. It also approved the 2026 health‑insurance premiums, premium contributions, and HSA contribution, and adopted a revision to the county code on health‑insurance benefits. The committee approved compensation resolutions giving County Board supervisors and the Chair a 1.5% annual increase in 2027 and 2028, and agreed to continue discussion on creating a Department of Surveyor at the next meeting. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved September 4, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Authorized Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield as health‑plan administrator for 2026 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved 2026 health‑insurance premiums, premium contributions, and HSA contribution (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved revision to County Code §3.11.9 – Fringe Benefits (Health Insurance) (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved compensation increase for County Board Supervisors: 1.5% raise on Jan 1 2027 and Jan 1 2028, max 10 special meetings per term (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved compensation increase for County Board Chair: 1.5% raise on Jan 1 2027 and Jan 1 2028 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Moved discussion on creating a Department of Surveyor to next HR Committee agenda (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adjourned meeting for November 6, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (voice vote, no negatives)

General

The committee is meeting to establish objectives and a timeline for rewriting the county's zoning and subdivision ordinances. Members will discuss data gathering, public participation plans, and stakeholder interviews. The meeting includes the election of a committee chair and vice chair.

• Support for Foth in the Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision Ordinance Rewrite
• Field study scheduled for Thursday, October 2nd
• Review of the Public Participation Plan and stakeholder questionnaires
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair

The board held a kickoff meeting where the project manager presented background, timeline, and public participation plans. Various stakeholders discussed topics such as property rights, solar use, CAFOs, event barns, short‑term rentals, and zoning enforcement. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will consider recommendations on fire/emergency management and animal welfare as they relate to a proposed industrial livestock operations ordinance. The meeting also includes presentations on other county and town industrial operations ordinances, approval of the September 17, 2025 minutes, and scheduling of future agenda items.

• Presentations by Lisa Doerr and Mary Dougherty on other county/town industrial operations ordinances
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion/Possible Action on fire/emergency management recommendations for the proposed ordinance
• Discussion/Possible Action on animal welfare recommendations for the proposed ordinance
• Discussion only: schedule for future agenda items and committee recommendations

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations approved the September 17, 2025 minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee approved adding an additional meeting on October 29, 2025, with a 5‑1 vote. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2025 at 7 pm. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved adding October 29, 2025 meeting date (5 Yes, 1 No)

Finance Committee

The Marathon and Portage County Joint Finance Committee will meet to review and possibly act on the 2026 Central Wisconsin Airport Annual Budget and discuss future operations. The meeting will be held at the Central Wisconsin Airport Terminal and includes a public comment period.

• Review and possible action on 2026 Central Wisconsin Airport Annual Budget
• Overview of Future Airport Operations
• Approval of September 16, 2024 minutes
• Public comment period
• Meeting held at Central Wisconsin Airport Terminal, 100 CWA Drive, Mosinee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review a contract for inmate healthcare and a resolution regarding juvenile detention facilities. The body will also discuss a grant application to update non-emergency phone lines.

• Resolution to exclude a juvenile detention center from the Jail and Law Enforcement Center's plans
• Resolution approving a contract with Southern Health Partners for inmate healthcare
• Discussion of FY26 PSAP Grant Application to convert non-emergency copper lines to IP Flex lines
• Review of vendor invoice reports for Sheriff, Emergency Management, EMS, Medical Examiner, and District Attorney

The committee approved the August 27, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. A resolution was adopted to exclude a juvenile detention center from the jail and law enforcement center plans, also by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee approved a contract with Southern Health Partners to provide healthcare for inmates at the Portage County Jail, again by voice vote with no negative votes. The FY26 PSAP grant application to convert non‑emergency lines was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution to exclude juvenile detention center from jail and law enforcement center plans (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved contract with Southern Health Partners for inmate healthcare at Portage County Jail (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Portage County Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on four requests to amend comprehensive plans and rezone land in the Towns of Hull, New Hope, and Sharon. The committee will also discuss the Zoning Code Rewrite and the Safe Streets For All Project.

• Public hearing on rezoning 50.25 acres in Town of Hull from residential to agricultural
• Public hearing on rezoning .22 acres in Town of New Hope from agricultural to residential
• Public hearing on rezoning 9.87 acres in Town of Sharon from residential to agricultural
• Public hearing on rezoning 40 acres in Town of Sharon from exclusive to low-density agricultural
• Discussion on the Zoning Code Rewrite project

The committee closed public hearings on four rezoning requests and approved the August 26, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved rezoning requests for parcels in the Towns of Hull, New Hope, and Sharon. The New Hope rezoning (REQ‑2025‑005) passed with a 4‑yes, 1‑no vote.

• Closed public hearing on REQ‑2025‑004 (Marsicek) – voice vote, no negatives
• Approved REQ‑2025‑004 rezoning (Town of Hull) – voice vote, no negatives
• Approved REQ‑2025‑005 rezoning (Town of New Hope) – 4 Yes, 1 No
• Approved REQ‑2025‑006 rezoning (Town of Sharon) – voice vote, no negatives
• Approved REQ‑2025‑007 rezoning (Town of Sharon) – voice vote, no negatives
• Approved August 26, 2025 meeting minutes – voice vote, no negatives

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will approve financials, minutes, and reports. The board will discuss a 2024 budget transfer/amendment and the Stevens Point Branch lease. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the Library Director's performance evaluation.

• Approval of August 20 and 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion/Possible Action: 2024 PCPL Budget Transfer / Amendment Update
• Discussion/Possible Action: Stevens Point Branch Lease
• Closed Session: Library Director annual performance evaluation
• Approval of Vendor Invoice Lists, Purchase Card Statements, and Budget Status

The board approved the lease for the Stevens Point branch of the Portage County Public Library. It also approved the library’s financial statements and the August 20 and August 29 meeting minutes. The board entered closed session to discuss the director’s performance, then reconvened in open session and recommended the director’s continued employment with an excellent evaluation.

• Approved library financials (voice vote)
• Approved August 20 and August 29 meeting minutes with correction (voice vote)
• Approved Stevens Point Branch lease (voice vote)
• Entered closed session to discuss Library Director performance evaluation (voice vote, 7-0)
• Reopened session after closed session (voice vote, 5-0)
• Recommended continued employment and filed excellent performance evaluation for Library Director Alexander Johnson (voice vote, 5-0)

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will hear two presentations, receive two reports, approve prior meeting minutes, and discuss possible actions regarding its agenda topics list. The meeting also includes a discussion-only item on future agenda items.

• Presentation by Betty Lund, Wisconsin Livestock Identification Consortium Board Member
• Presentation by Mike Sabel on Animal Units
• Report on Special Meeting Attendance (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Report from Senior Conservation Technician responding to Committee Animal Unit Request
• Discussion/Possible Action on Agenda Topics List

The committee approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The agenda topics list covering animal welfare, waste management, and related issues was approved by consensus for discussion in upcoming meetings. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved agenda topics list for future meetings (consensus)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will consider several budget‑related actions for 2026, such as equipment purchases, wetland credit sale rates, and special revenue allocations. It will also review speed‑zone requests on County Trunk Highways DB, B, and R. Additional items include bridge/culvert aid project applications and the August vendor invoice list.

• Discussion and possible action on speed‑zone request – CTH DB from I‑39 to Marathon County line
• Discussion and possible action on speed‑zone request – CTH B from Kennedy Avenue to CTH J
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 bridge/culvert aid project applications and budget
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 highway budget – equipment purchases
• Discussion on 2026 highway budget – wetland and stream mitigation credit sale rates

The Highway Committee unanimously approved the August 19, 2025 minutes. It lowered the speed limit on CTH DB to 45 mph, kept the speed limit on CTH B at 55 mph, and recommended a speed study for CTH R. The committee also approved the 2026 Bridge/Culvert Aid Project budget with a $110,000 levy apportionment, set wetland and stream mitigation credit rates, and approved equipment purchases for the 2026 highway budget.

• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Lowered speed limit on CTH DB to 45 mph (unanimous)
• Maintained speed limit on CTH B at 55 mph (unanimous)
• Recommended speed study for CTH R, cost split City of Stevens Point & Town of Hull (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Bridge/Culvert Aid Project applications and $110,000 levy apportionment (unanimous)
• Approved wetland and stream mitigation credit sale rates with 10% cost adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Highway Budget equipment purchases (unanimous)

County Board

The Portage County Board will consider several resolutions, including the sale of $7,250,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes (Series 2025A). It will also review a letter of intent from The Ensign Group, Inc. regarding a possible purchase of the Portage County Health Care Center, set elected‑official compensation for the 2026‑2030 term, and authorize HealthSource Solutions as the county wellness vendor starting January 1, 2026. The agenda includes a budget amendment and transfer authorization for 2025.

• Resolution to approve The Ensign Group, Inc.'s letter of intent for potential purchase of the Portage County Health Care Center
• Resolution setting elected officials' compensation for the April 2026 – April 2030 term for County Executive
• Authorization of HealthSource Solutions as Portage County's wellness vendor effective January 1, 2026
• Resolution awarding the sale of $7,250,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A
• Authorization of 2025 budget amendments and transfers

The board adopted Resolution 138‑2024‑2026 authorizing the County Executive to sign the Ensign Group’s letter of intent for a potential purchase of the County Health Care Center, passing 15‑10. It also approved the County Executive’s compensation for the 2026‑2030 term (voice vote with two nays) and renewed HealthSource Solutions as the county wellness vendor by unanimous voice vote. Additionally, the board approved the August 19, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Adopted Resolution 138‑2024‑2026 (Ensign Group LOI) (15 ayes, 10 nays)
• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adopted Resolution 139‑2024‑2026 (County Executive compensation) (voice vote, 2 nays)
• Adopted Resolution 140‑2024‑206 (HealthSource wellness vendor) (voice vote, unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board will approve the minutes from the July 21, 2025 meeting and receive reports on special‑meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. It will hold a public hearing on PET‑2025‑007, a request by Ramsy White for multiple special exceptions to operate a greenhouse home‑occupation, a roadside vegetable stand, larger accessory buildings, larger signs, and additional non‑family employees at 1507 Riverview Drive in the Town of Carson. The Board will consider PET‑2025‑013, a variance request by Barry and Mary Moodie to install holding tanks for a one‑bedroom studio apartment at 1639 North Second Drive in the Town of Hull, with an onsite visit for this petition scheduled at 3:40 PM before the meeting.

• Approval of July 21, 2025 minutes
• Report on special‑meeting attendance (Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Public hearing on PET‑2025‑007 (greenhouse home‑occupation exceptions at 1507 Riverview Drive)
• Consideration of PET‑2025‑013 (sewage system variance for holding tanks at 1639 North Second Drive)
• Onsite visit at 3:40 PM for PET‑2025‑013 prior to the meeting

The board amended the July 21, 2025 minutes to remove Jim Hopp, passing by voice vote with no negative votes. It approved the Ramsy White petition (PET-2025-007) with a set of conditions, with a 5‑0‑0 vote. It also approved the Moodie petition (PET-2025-013) as presented, with a 5‑0‑0 vote.

• Amend July 21, 2025 minutes to remove Jim Hopp (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approve PET-2025-007 (Ramsy White) with conditions (5 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Approve PET-2025-013 (Barry and Mary Moodie) as presented (5 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will discuss the request for a new Foster Care Coordinator position. The board is also considering the application, acceptance, and budget amendment for an Adult Protective Services (APS) American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) grant.

• New position request for Social Worker (Foster Care Coordinator)
• Application and acceptance of Adult Protective Services (APS) ARPA Grant
• Budget amendment for the APS ARPA Grant
• Division of Children and Family Services Q2 2025 Statistics presentation
• August 2025 Vendor Invoice List

The Health and Human Services Board approved the minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting. It created a new foster‑care Social Worker (Foster Care Coordinator) position. The board approved both the application for and the budget amendment to the Adult Protective Services ARPA grant. After entering a closed session to discuss sensitive permanency‑planning cases, the board reconvened in open session.

• Approved August 18, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved new Social Worker (Foster Care Coordinator) position (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved application and acceptance of APS ARPA Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved budget amendment for APS ARPA Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session to consider sensitive permanency‑planning cases (9 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reconvened to open session (voice vote, no negative votes)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will review the 2026 CWA Annual Budget and the GA Apron Design Contract. Members may approve the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. A public comment period of up to 15 minutes is scheduled.

• Review and possible action on the 2026 CWA Annual Budget
• Review and possible action on GA Apron Design Contract
• Approval of minutes of the August 12, 2025 Board Meeting
• Public comment period (15‑minute limit)

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Portage County Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will review a vendor invoice list and hear reports from the Area Extension Director and educators. A presentation by Anna Mitchel and Goulong Liang will be considered, along with special meeting attendance reports. The committee will also approve the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting.

• Review Vendor Invoice List
• Area Extension Director Report
• Educator Reports
• Anna Mitchel and Goulong Liang Presentation
• Review/approval of minutes from August 11, 2025

The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee noted the Area Extension Director’s departure and the appointment of an interim director. The next meeting was scheduled for October 9, 2025 at 5:00 pm.

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Scheduled next meeting for October 9, 2025 at 5:00 pm

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Housing Authority Board will review and possibly act on several resolutions, including updates to the Housing Choice Voucher administrative plan, a local government investment pool, payroll banking, and a donation for property improvements. A closed‑session vote will address the executive director’s performance evaluation and upcoming wage and salary schedules. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes approval and a director’s financial update.

• Resolution 25-20: Update to the Housing Choice Voucher – Administrative Plan
• Resolution 25-17: Local Government Investment Pool
• Resolution 25-18: Payroll Bank Account
• Resolution 25-19: Update to Annual Plan and Civil Rights Certification
• Donation of funds for Project I – property/building improvements

The Board approved the minutes from the July 9 meeting. It also approved June 2025 disbursements of $126,282.98, adopted Resolution 25-16 for the Housing Choice Voucher Utility Allowance Chart, and set the next meeting for September 10, 2025. All motions passed with four ayes, zero nays, and one vacant vote.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved June 2025 disbursements of $126,282.98 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved Resolution 25-16, Housing Choice Voucher Utility Allowance Chart (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved scheduling of September 10, 2025 meeting at 4:00 pm (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)

Health Care Center Committee

The Portage County Health Care Center Committee will review the July 2025 meeting minutes and hear reports from the administrator and finance director. It will discuss the proposed 2026 Health Care Center budget and consider a resolution to approve The Ensign Group, Inc.’s letter of intent for a potential purchase of the County Health Care Center.

• Approval of Health Care Center Committee minutes – July 2025
• Discussion of the 2026 proposed Health Care Center budget
• Resolution to approve The Ensign Group, Inc.’s letter of intent for potential purchase of the Portage County Health Care Center
• Administrator’s Report
• Financial Report (Census Report for August 2025, Vendor Invoice Lists July 2025, Monthly YTD Budget Report, Finance Director memo)

The committee unanimously approved the July 2025 meeting minutes. A resolution to approve The Ensign Group, Inc.'s letter of intent for a potential purchase of the Portage County Health Care Center was voted down, with 1 aye and 4 nay votes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 2025 Health Care Center Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Rejected Ensign Group letter of intent (1 aye, 4 nay)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider resolutions to allocate opioid settlement funds for an addiction psychiatrist, a community‑focused harm‑reduction project, a residential treatment facility, and a public‑health community engagement supervisor. It will vote on a resolution authorizing the sale of $7,250,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A. The committee will review grant applications for a $26,251 Sheriff's Office PSAP grant and a $7,000 Adult Protective Services grant, and discuss 2025 budget amendments and transfers. Additional items include establishing a credit‑sale policy for the Little Plover River Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank and reviewing 2026 insurance policy renewals.

• Resolution authorizing sale of $7,250,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A
• Resolutions approving use of opioid settlement funds for addiction psychiatrist and related projects
• Grant application for Sheriff's Office WI Department of Military Affairs PSAP grant – $26,251
• Grant award for Health & Human Services WI Department of Health Services Adult Protective Services ARPA – $7,000
• Resolution establishing Credit Sale Policy for Little Plover River Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank

The Finance Committee approved a resolution to sell $7,250,000 of General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A, and forwarded it to the County Board. It also approved several resolutions directing opioid settlement funds to specific programs and a credit sale policy for the Little Plover River Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank. Grant applications for a $26,251 Sheriff's Office PSAP grant and a $7,000 Health & Human Services ARPA grant were approved, and the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution for opioid settlement funds – Addiction Psychiatrist (forward to County Board)
• Approved resolution for opioid settlement funds – Community Focused Opioid Harm Reduction Project (forward to County Board)
• Approved resolution for opioid settlement funds – Opioid Use Disorder Residential Treatment Room and Board (forward to County Board)
• Approved resolution for opioid settlement funds – Public Health Community Engagement Supervisor (forward to County Board)
• Approved resolution establishing credit sale policy for Little Plover River Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank (forward to County Board)
• Approved sale of $7,250,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A (forward to County Board)
• Approved grant applications: $26,251 Sheriff's Office PSAP grant and $7,000 Health & Human Services ARPA grant

Justice Coalition

The Justice Coalition Executive Committee will approve May meeting minutes and discuss moving Justice Programs operations from private contractors to county management. They will also review changes to the Adult Drug Treatment Court and consider forming a committee to evaluate all Justice Programs. The meeting will set agenda items for the October 3 session.

• Approve minutes from the May 29, 2025 meeting
• Discuss transition of Justice Programs from contracted to county-run
• Review changes in Adult Drug Treatment Court case management and provider
• Consider creating a committee to review goals and purpose of all Justice Programs
• Plan agenda items for the October 3, 2025 Justice Coalition meeting

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Commission on Aging and the Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review reports on attendance, budget, vendors, and resource center activities. They will approve minutes from the August 7 meeting and consider United Way applications. The meeting also includes public notice procedures and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Budget Revenue & Expense Report for July 2025
• Vendor Report for July 2025
• Approval of August 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of United Way applications

The commission approved the August 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved the United Way applications, again by voice vote. The next meeting was scheduled for October 2, 2025, and the session was adjourned at 4:54 p.m.

• Approved August 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved United Way applications (voice vote)
• Set next meeting for October 2, 2025
• Adjourned meeting at 4:54 p.m.

Human Resources Committee

The committee will discuss creating a new Chief Administrative Officer position for the County Executive Office. It will consider compensation adjustments for the County Executive, County Board Supervisor, and County Board Chair for terms beginning April 2026. The agenda includes a budget amendment to convert sick leave, approval of HealthSource Solutions as the county’s wellness vendor effective January 1, 2026, and a review of the 2026 Anthem health‑plan renewal.

• Discussion of reorganization of the County Executive Office and creation of a Chief Administrative Officer position
• Compensation adjustments for the County Executive for the April 2026‑April 2030 term
• Compensation adjustments for the County Board Supervisor for the April 2026‑April 2028 term
• Budget amendment/transfer request to convert sick leave
• Approval of HealthSource Solutions as Portage County’s wellness vendor effective January 1 2026

The committee approved the August 7, 2025 minutes, a budget amendment for sick‑leave conversion, a two‑year wellness vendor agreement with HealthSource Solutions, and a 3% annual salary increase for the County Executive for the 2026‑2030 term. All approvals were passed by voice vote with no negative votes. Items on board supervisor and chair compensation, the Family Health Savings Plan, and the 2026 Anthem renewal were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved August 7, 2025 Human Resources Committee minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved budget amendment/transfer request for sick‑leave conversion (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved and authorized a 2‑year agreement with HealthSource Solutions as wellness vendor effective Jan 1 2026 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved 3% annual salary increases for County Executive for April 2026‑April 2030 term (voice vote, no negatives)
• No action taken on County Board Supervisor compensation (discussion only)
• No action taken on County Board Chair compensation (discussion only)
• No action taken on Family Health Savings Plan (discussion only)
• No action taken on review of 2026 Anthem renewal (discussion only)

General

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations will discuss Resolution 122-2024-2026, which creates the committee. Members will review the committee's charge, the timeline for its work, and reference materials from existing ordinances. The discussion will also cover potential future agenda items and topics.

• Resolution 122-2024-2026 to create the Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations
• Review of the committee's charge and responsibilities
• Establishment of a timeline for the committee's work and future meetings
• Reference to existing municipal and county ordinances related to industrial livestock
• Identification of future agenda items and topics for the committee

The Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations met for its first session. Committee members discussed the creation of the committee, its charge, timeline, reference materials, and potential future agenda items. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken, and the next meeting was scheduled for September 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm.

• Scheduled next meeting for September 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm

Traffic Safety Commission

The commission will discuss traffic hazards, safety legislation, and emergency medical services operations. Members will review reports from the Wisconsin DOT and the Bureau of Transportation Safety.

• Speed study requests for CTH B (Buckthorn Ln to Fawn Ln), CTH DB (Marathon County Line to I 39), and CTH R (CN RR to Hwy 10)
• Traffic hazard updates for Plover Solar Farm and Hwy 54 & Hoover Ave Intersection
• Safe Streets For All (SS4A) Grant update
• Introduction of Lt. Aimee Kontos as Plover PD representative
• Establishment of 2026 meeting dates

The Traffic Safety Commission approved the minutes from the June 3 2025 meeting by voice vote with no negative votes. The commission also adopted the schedule for its 2026 meetings on March 3, June 2, September 1, and December 1. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved June 3rd, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adopted 2026 meeting schedule: March 3, June 2, September 1, December 1
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no negative votes)

County Board

The joint meeting of the Ad Hoc Committee of the County Board, the Space & Properties Committee, and the Portage County Annex will discuss a resolution to approve The Ensign Group, Inc.’s LLC’s letter of intent for a potential purchase of the Portage County Health Care Center. The agenda includes a presentation by Gateway Healthcare LLC representatives about the proposed transaction. The meeting will also approve minutes from August 26 and August 5, 2025, and receive special meeting attendance reports. Public comment will be limited to registered requests.

• Presentation by Gateway Healthcare LLC on potential purchase of the Portage County Health Care Center
• Approval of August 26, 2025 minutes – Ad Hoc Committee of the County Board
• Approval of August 5, 2025 minutes – Space and Properties Committee
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discussion/Possible Action on resolution to approve Ensign Group’s letter of intent for the Health Care Center purchase

The Ad Hoc Committee of the County Board approved, by a 6‑aye and 1‑nay vote, a resolution authorizing The Ensign Group, Inc. to proceed with its letter of intent to purchase the Portage County Health Care Center after removing “LLC’s” from the title. The Space & Properties Committee also approved the amended resolution with 3 ayes and 2 nays. Both committees had previously approved their respective meeting minutes by voice vote.

• Approved August 26, 2025 Ad Hoc Committee minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved August 5, 2025 Space & Properties Committee minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Amended resolution title to remove “LLC’s” (no objections)
• Ad Hoc Committee approved resolution for Ensign Group purchase (6 ayes, 1 nay)
• Space & Properties Committee approved resolution for Ensign Group purchase (3 ayes, 2 nays)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will discuss the reorganization of the County Executive Office. The body will also review the 2026 Corporation Counsel budget and handle special meeting authorizations.

• Discussion of creating a new Chief Administrative Office position
• Corporation Counsel 2026 Budget report
• Appointment of Lt. Aimee Kontos to the Portage County Traffic Safety Commission
• Approval of special meeting reports and payment authorization requests

The committee approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. The committee confirmed the appointment of Lt. Aimee Kontos to the Traffic Safety Commission for the remainder of the term ending April 20, 2026, also by voice vote with no opposition. The committee approved the special meeting reports and payment authorization requests by voice vote with no opposition.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved appointment of Lt. Aimee Kontos to Traffic Safety Commission (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved special meeting reports and payment authorization requests (voice vote, no negative votes)

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Land and Water Conservation Committee will meet to discuss the 2026 budget for the division and the Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership. The body may also take action on a resolution for the 2026 Healthy Lakes and Rivers Grant.

• Resolution for the 2026 Healthy Lakes and Rivers Grant
• 2026 Budget for Land and Water Conservation Division and Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership
• Update on Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Agriculture Operations
• August AIS Updates from Golden Sands RC&D
• DATCP notification regarding expiring Farmland Preservation Plan Certification

The Land and Water Conservation Committee approved the August 5, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. It also approved a resolution to pursue the 2026 Healthy Lakes and Rivers Grant, and approved the 2026 budget for the Land and Water Conservation Division and Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership, each by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved August 5, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution for 2026 Healthy Lakes and Rivers Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved 2026 budget for Land and Water Conservation Division and Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership (voice vote, no negative votes)

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on Friday, August 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM via Zoom. The agenda lists a discussion and possible action on a budget transfer and amendment request for the library. Public comment will be permitted according to the public comment ordinance.

• Budget transfer/amendment request for the Portage County Public Library

The Portage County Public Library Board approved its budget transfer and amendment request. Trustee Nycole Martinez moved the motion, Trustee Holly Petrillo seconded, and it passed by voice vote. No other actions were taken. The meeting adjourned at 11:10 a.m.

• Approved PCPL budget transfer/amendment request (voice vote)

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will meet to review financial statements and bills for payment. The board is considering a recommendation to approve the proposed 2026 annual budget and committee appointments for new trustees.

• Proposed 2026 Annual Budget approval
• Committee appointments for new trustees
• Review of financial statements
• Approval of bills for payment
• SCLS Foundation report on Cornerstone Event

The trustees unanimously approved the minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting. They also unanimously approved bills for payment totaling $494,375.67. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved bills for payment of $494,375.67 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Coordinating Committee will approve the May 2025 meeting minutes and receive staff updates, a mobility management report, and quarterly reports. It will then discuss three items: the volunteer program, the taxi program, and the county transportation budget. No formal decisions are listed beyond discussion.

• Approval of May 2025 minutes
• Staff Updates
• Mobility Management Report
• Discussion of volunteer, taxi, and budget items

The Transportation Coordinating Committee approved the May 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. It also approved the Q2 2025 85.21 Report and the Q2 2025 OM Transportation Report, each carried unanimously. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Q2 2025 85.21 Report (unanimous)
• Approved Q2 2025 OM Transportation Report (unanimous)

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review routine reports, including EMS activity, the medical director’s update, and sheriff awards. Vendor invoice lists for the sheriff, emergency management, EMS, and the medical examiner will be presented. Item 17 is a discussion‑only item on the future of the juvenile detention facility and a potential new building.

• EMS Provider Monthly Activity Reports
• Medical Director's Report
• Portage County Sheriff's Office Awards
• Vendor invoice list reports for sheriff, emergency management, EMS, and medical examiner
• Discussion only: Future of Juvenile Detention Facility with future new building

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee approved the minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Stan Potocki, seconded by Shaun Przybylski, and carried by voice vote with no negative votes. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Approved July 23, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)

Treatment Court Oversight Committee

The Portage County Treatment Court Oversight Committee will discuss major changes to the Drug Treatment Court since May 2025, including updated standards, a Department of Corrections letter, and a new treatment provider. The committee will also review the return of the District Attorney’s office to the team and consider a new referral policy, a new MOU with the DA, and draft policies to align with the updated standards.

• Standards for the Drug Treatment Court changed early 2025
• Department of Corrections letter from May 2025 requiring policy changes
• New treatment provider "Options Treatment" added
• District Attorney’s office re‑joined the team until 12/31/2025
• New referral policy and MOU to make the DA an active partner

County Board

The Ad Hoc Committee will hold a closed session to review proposals and negotiate terms for the potential sale of the Portage County Health Care Center at 825 Whiting Avenue. In the open session, the Committee will discuss matters from the closed session and consider approving one interested buyer, directing staff to draft a resolution to sign that buyer's letter of intent. The agenda also includes approval of the August 18, 2025 minutes and a report on special meeting attendance.

• Closed session to review proposals and negotiate terms for sale of the Health Care Center (825 Whiting Avenue)
• Open session discussion of matters from the closed session regarding letters of intent for the sale
• Possible action to approve one interested buyer and task staff to draft a resolution to sign the buyer’s letter of intent
• Approval of August 18, 2025 meeting minutes
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Ad Hoc Committee approved the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. It did not convene a closed session and took no action on the related open‑session item. The committee voted 7‑0 to approve Ensign Group, Inc./Gateway LLC as an interested buyer and directed staff to draft a resolution for the County Board to consider.

• Approved August 18, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Did not convene closed session on health‑care center sale
• Took no action on open‑session discussion of closed‑session matters
• Approved Ensign Group, Inc./Gateway LLC as interested buyer; tasked staff to draft resolution (7 ayes, 0 nays)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Portage County Solid Waste Management Board will receive updates on the landfill, transfer facility, and hazardous waste programs. Members will discuss the Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Report presented in May. The board will consider the 2026 solid waste budget and the proposed municipal solid waste and recycling agreement with the Town of New Hope.

• Discussion of Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Report
• Discussion of the 2026 solid waste budget
• Consideration of the Portage County Municipal Solid Waste and Recycling Agreement with the Town of New Hope

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the July meeting minutes. It approved the 2026 solid waste budget and forwarded it to the Finance Department. It also approved the municipal solid waste and recycling agreement with the Town of New Hope. All three approvals were made by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved July meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved 2026 solid waste budget, forwarded to Finance (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Portage County Municipal Solid Waste and Recycling Agreement with Town of New Hope (voice vote, no negative votes)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will consider REQ‑2025‑004, a Comprehensive Plan amendment that changes the Future Land Use Map for 38 acres from Residential/Rural Residential/Natural Areas to Rural Residential and Natural Areas Protected. The amendment also proposes a zoning map change converting the 38‑acre area from R2 Single‑Family Residential to A4 General Agricultural, with an additional 12.25 acres designated as Conservancy. The meeting will also discuss a new positions request for the Planning and Zoning Department, a proposed rezoning of County Road HH & Hoover Road from R‑1 suburban residential to B‑4 commercial, and routine items such as a July vendor invoice and the 2026 budget report.

• DATCP notification of expiring Farmland Preservation Plan certification
• July vendor invoice
• Planning and Zoning Director report on the 2026 budget
• REQ‑2025‑004 Comprehensive Plan amendment and zoning map change for 38 acres to A4 General Agricultural and 12.25 acres to Conservancy
• Discussion of rezoning County Road HH & Hoover Road from R‑1 residential to B‑4 commercial

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved the meeting minutes. It also approved supporting the Planning and Zoning Department’s request for new positions. The public hearing on REQ‑2025‑004 and the rezoning discussion were postponed to the September meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Raikowski, seconded by Wehr)
• Approved support for Planning and Zoning Department new position requests (motion by Schwartz, seconded by Wehr)

Judicial/General Government Committee

The Judicial/General Government Committee will approve the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes and consider vendor invoice lists and special‑meeting attendance reports. It will then discuss and review the proposed 2026 budgets for the Clerk of Courts, Justice Programs, Family Court Commissioner, Veterans Services, and Register of Deeds. Public comment will be permitted according to the public comment ordinance.

• Approve minutes from the July 8, 2025 meeting
• Review vendor invoice lists
• Review special‑meeting attendance reports (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discuss 2026 budget proposal for the Clerk of Courts
• Discuss 2026 budget proposals for Justice Programs, Family Court Commissioner, Veterans Services, and Register of Deeds

The committee approved the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. A motion to adjourn the August 25, 2025 meeting was carried by voice vote. The October 27, 2025 meeting date at 3:30 p.m. was confirmed, and a December 22, 2025 meeting at 3:30 p.m. was also set.

• Approved July 8, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adjourned August 25, 2025 meeting at 4:30 p.m. (voice vote, no negatives)
• Confirmed October 27, 2025 meeting date at 3:30 p.m.
• Set December 22, 2025 meeting date at 3:30 p.m.

Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee

The Portage County Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee will hear a presentation on radioactivity in the county and then discuss whether to recommend a full Groundwater Management Plan to the Planning and Zoning Committee. The meeting also includes routine items such as public notice, approval of prior minutes, and scheduling future agenda items.

• Presentation on radioactivity by Amy Wiersma (Hydrogeologist, WGNHS) and Cayla Cavey (Groundwater Education Specialist, UWSP)
• Discussion and possible action to recommend a full Groundwater Management Plan to the Planning and Zoning Committee
• Review and approval of minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will approve financial documents, adopt the July 30 meeting minutes, and consider two discussion items: safety and security for the library and scheduling of the strategic plan. No final actions are indicated for the discussion items. The meeting also includes routine reports from library departments.

• Approval of vendor invoices, purchase card statements, and budget status
• Approval of July 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion/Possible Action – PCPL Safety and Security
• Discussion/Possible Action – PCPL Strategic Plan Scheduling

The Board approved the financial statements and the July 30, 2025 meeting minutes, both by voice vote. Trustees also voted to extend the current Public Library Strategic Plan deadline to December 31, 2026, again by voice vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved financials as reported (voice vote)
• Approved July 30, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Extended strategic plan deadline to Dec 31, 2026 (voice vote)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will discuss and possibly act on a resolution establishing a credit sale policy for the Little Plover River Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank. It will also consider equipment purchases for 2026, including underbody plows and snow/ice gear. A contract with Frost Solutions for mini‑weather stations will be reviewed. The meeting includes a discussion of the 2026 Highway Department budget.

• Resolution establishing credit sale policy for the Little Plover River mitigation bank
• 2026 equipment purchases – underbody plows
• 2026 equipment purchases – snow and ice equipment
• Contract with Frost Solutions for mini‑weather stations
• Discussion on the 2026 Highway Department budget

The Highway Committee approved the resolution establishing a credit sale policy for the Little Plover River Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank. It also approved 2026 equipment purchases for underbody plows and snow and ice equipment, and approved a contract with Frost Solutions for mini‑weather stations. All motions passed by unanimous vote.

• Approved Resolution Establishing Credit Sale Policy for Little Plover River Stream and Wetland Mitigation Bank (unanimous vote)
• Approved 2026 Equipment Purchases – Underbody Plows (unanimous vote)
• Approved 2026 Equipment Purchases – Snow and Ice Equipment (unanimous vote)
• Approved Contract with Frost Solutions for Mini‑Weather Stations (unanimous vote)
• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous vote)

County Board

The Portage County Board will consider several items, including the adoption of the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan and budget amendments for 2025. The meeting also includes approval of the July 15, 2025 minutes, multiple citizen appointments to advisory committees, and several resolutions on SNAP‑Ed funding and supervisory district boundaries.

• Approval of July 15, 2025 meeting minutes (Item 5)
• Appointment of Todd Knepfel as a citizen member to the Board of Adjustment (Item 6)
• Resolution to advocate for restoration of federal SNAP‑Ed funding (Item 14)
• Authorizing the adoption of the Portage County 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (Item 21)
• Authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers (Item 22)

The Portage County Board of Supervisors approved the July 15, 2025 minutes and confirmed several citizen appointments to boards and advisory committees. It adopted multiple resolutions, including urging restoration of federal SNAP‑Ed funding, delegating authority for opioid settlement agreements, setting the 2025 annual meeting date, and amending supervisory district boundaries for recent annexations. The Board also adopted the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan and authorized 2025 budget adjustments.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Confirmed Todd Knepfel as Citizen Member of the Board of Adjustment (voice vote)
• Confirmed Ken Feltz as Citizen Member of the Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on industrial livestock ordinance (voice vote)
• Adopted resolution urging restoration of federal SNAP‑Ed funding (voice vote, 1 abstention)
• Adopted resolution delegating authority for opioid settlement agreements (voice vote)
• Established November 3, 2025 as the official annual meeting date (voice vote)
• Amended supervisory district boundaries for Stevens Point annexation (voice vote)
• Adopted the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan (voice vote)

County Board

The Ad Hoc Committee will hold a closed session to review proposals and negotiate terms for the potential sale of the Portage County Health Care Center. Afterward, the committee will reconvene in open session to discuss and possibly approve one interested buyer and direct staff to draft a resolution for the County Board. The meeting also includes routine items such as attendance reports, approval of July 29 minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Closed session to review buyer proposals and negotiate terms for the Health Care Center sale
• Open session to discuss and possibly approve one buyer and task staff to draft a resolution
• Approval of July 29, 2025 meeting minutes
• Special meeting attendance reports per Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The board approved the July 29, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. It then entered a closed session at 3:09 PM to review proposals for the sale of the Portage County Health Care Center. The committee reconvened in open session at 4:25 PM, also by voice vote. No action was taken on the proposal to approve a buyer or to task staff with drafting a resolution.

• Approved July 29, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session at 3:09 PM to discuss potential sale of the Health Care Center (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reconvened open session at 4:25 PM (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Took no action on approving a buyer or drafting a resolution for the Health Care Center sale

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will hear a Noble Clinic Services presentation and a Director's Report on staffing and operations. It will approve the July 21, 2025 public budget hearing and committee meeting minutes. The main focus is discussion of possible actions to spend opioid settlement funds across four proposed programs, including an addiction psychiatrist, a community‑focused harm‑reduction project, residential treatment, and public health outreach. A closed session will follow to consider confidential personal‑history matters.

• Noble Clinic Services Presentation
• Director's Report on Health and Human Services staffing, operations, and activities
• Approval of July 21, 2025 Health and Human Services public budget hearing minutes
• Discussion of resolution to fund an addiction psychiatrist with opioid settlement money
• Discussion of resolution to fund a community‑focused opioid harm‑reduction project

The Health and Human Services Board approved the July 21, 2025 public budget hearing minutes and the July 21, 2025 board committee minutes. It also approved four resolutions allocating opioid settlement funds to various programs, all by voice vote with no negative votes. The board entered a closed session (9‑0‑0) and later reconvened to open session. The next meeting is scheduled for September 15, 2025.

• Approved July 21, 2025 public budget hearing minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved July 21, 2025 board committee meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Resolution for Opioid Settlement Funds – Addiction Psychiatrist (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Resolution for Opioid Settlement Funds – Community Focused Opioid Harm Reduction Project (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Resolution for Opioid Settlement Funds – Opioid Use Disorder Residential Treatment Room and Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Resolution for Opioid Settlement Funds – Public Health Community Engagement Supervisor (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session per Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(F) (9 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reconvened to open session (voice vote, no negative votes)

Park Commission

The Portage County Park Commission will review updates on park expenditures, revenues, and the 2026 park budget. Staff will report on several operational projects, including roof replacements at the main shop fuel building and Galecke Park, a water nitrate filtration system for the Lake Emily campground bathroom, and the acquisition of a new maintenance truck while selling the old one at a state auction. The agenda also includes approval of July meeting minutes and a review of the July vendor lists.

• Replace roof on main shop fuel building
• Replace trusses and roof at Galecke Park
• Install water nitrate filtration system in Lake Emily campground bathroom
• Receive new maintenance truck and sell old truck at State Auction
• Review July vendor lists

The commission approved the drafted July 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote, with no opposition. Commissioners set the next meeting for Thursday, October 9, 2025. The session was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved July 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Scheduled next meeting for Thursday, October 9, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to review financial updates and voucher approvals. The board may take action on a revised utility allowance chart for the Housing Choice Voucher program and will discuss the sale of PC Housing LLC rental properties.

• Resolution 25-16: Revised Utility Allowance Chart for the Housing Choice Voucher Program
• Discussion on the sale of PC Housing LLC rental properties
• Review and approval of vouchers
• Director's update on occupancy, income, expenses, and account balances

The board approved the meeting minutes and the May 2025 disbursement of $127,673.74. It also approved Resolution 25-14 for the Housing Choice Voucher Program and Resolution 25-15 for Project I Management. The next regular meeting was set for August 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved July 9, 2025 minutes (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved May 2025 disbursements of $127,673.74 (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25-14, Administrative Plan – Housing Choice Voucher Program (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved Resolution 25-15, Project I Management Plan – Rural Development (3 ayes, 0 nays)
• Approved next meeting on August 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (3 ayes, 0 nays)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will discuss and possibly act on a Managed IT Services Agreement. The meeting also includes approval of the July 8 minutes, public comment, and several staff reports on air service, finances, and operations. No decisions are noted for the other agenda items.

• Review and possible action on Managed IT Services Agreement
• Approval of minutes from the July 8, 2025 board meeting
• Public comment period (15 minutes)
• Director report covering air service, statistics, flight schedule, legislative update, and 2026 board educational travel
• Financial reports on revenues, expenses, budget comparison, and PFC update

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will meet to review vendor invoices, department reports, and the department budget. The meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2025.

• Review of Department Budget
• Review/approval of minutes from July 9, 2025
• Review Vendor Invoice List
• Area Extension Director Report
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss and possibly adopt a resolution for the Portage County Proposed 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan, which outlines major projects across government facilities, roads, parks, and technology. It will also review 2025 budget amendments, 2026 budget proposals, and several specific financial actions such as tax printing services and the sale of two tax‑deed parcels. Additional items include a request for a new finance department position and a review of 2025 general obligation notes for design work on county facilities.

• Resolution to adopt the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers
• Discussion of tax printing and mailing services agreement
• Review of two tax‑deed parcels for resale (Boelter Lake Rd – $41,700; Welsby Ave – $8,750)
• Review of 2025 General Obligation notes for design work on jail, courthouse, highway, and Gilfry building projects

The committee approved the July 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the Tax Printing and Mailing Services agreement and set new listing prices at 50% of prior values for two tax deed parcels. The committee approved the resolution adopting the 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan and the resolution for 2025 budget amendments and transfers, forwarding both to the County Board. It also approved support for a new Finance Department position.

• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Tax Printing and Mailing Services agreement (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved new listing price at 50% of prior price for two tax deed parcels (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution adopting 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan and forwarded to County Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution for 2025 Budget Amendments and Transfers and forwarded to County Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved support for new Finance Department position request (voice vote, no negative votes)

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will review hazardous materials response claims, off-site emergency plans, and grant applications. The group will also discuss the Hazmat Countywide Strategic Plan and potential changes to the LEPC by-laws.

• Review and approval of Hazardous Materials Response Claims
• Review and approval of Off-Site Plans (Americold, AT&T, etc.)
• Grant updates and approval of intent (EPCRA, CHREG, HMEP)
• Hazmat Countywide Strategic Plan update
• Discussion on LEPC by-laws

The Local Emergency Planning Committee approved the off‑site hazardous‑materials response plans presented, with a voice vote and no negative votes. The committee also approved the May 1, 2025 meeting minutes and kept the current LEPC by‑laws unchanged, both by voice vote with no opposition. The next meeting is scheduled for November 6, 2025, and will be hosted by Monogram Foods.

• Approved off‑site hazardous‑materials response plans for listed facilities (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved LEPC meeting minutes for May 1, 2025 (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved keeping current LEPC by‑laws as they are (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no negative votes)

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review June 2025 financial reports and various service center updates. The board will discuss the 2026 budget and potential updates to nutrition policies and bylaws.

• Discussion of the 2026 Budget
• Nutrition Advisory Council bylaw updates
• Food Delivery System and Infection Control policy updates
• New Position: Health Promotion Coordinator (35 hours)
• Review of June 2025 Budget Revenue, Expense, and Vendor Reports

The board approved the June and July 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It adopted the Nutrition Advisory Council bylaw update and the Food Delivery and Infection Control policy updates, also by voice vote. A motion to increase the Health Promotion Coordinator position from 30 to 35 hours was approved by voice vote. The 2026 budget was discussed, but no substantive changes or increases were approved.

• June 5, 2025 minutes approved (voice vote, no negative votes)
• July 3, 2025 minutes approved (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Nutrition Advisory Council bylaw update approved (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Food Delivery and Infection Control policy updates approved (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Health Promotion Coordinator hours increased to 35 (voice vote, no negative votes)
• 2026 budget discussion held – no changes approved

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will discuss the authorization of 1,040 additional hours for a Health and Human Services Administrative Associate I position. The body will also review 2026 budget guidelines for a wages and salary study and the 2026 Wellness Incentive Program.

• Possible action to authorize 1,040 additional hours for Health and Human Services Administrative Associate I
• Discussion of 2026 Budget Guidelines regarding Wages and Salary Study
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 Wellness Incentive Program
• Presentation on SWORD Programs: Thrive Digital Physical Therapy and Bloom Pelvic Floor Therapy
• Review of Health Plan Financial Performance Analysis for June 2025

The Human Resources Committee approved the July 8, 2025 minutes. It authorized 1,040 additional hours for the Health and Human Services Administrative Associate I position. The committee also approved the SWORD health programs to begin on October 1, 2025 and adopted the 2026 Wellness Incentive Program using the 2025 structure with updates. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved July 8, 2025 committee minutes (voice vote)
• Authorized additional 1,040 hours for Health and Human Services Administrative Associate I (voice vote)
• Approved implementation of SWORD Programs starting Oct 1, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 Wellness Incentive Program using 2025 structure with updates (voice vote)

Space and Properties Committee

The committee will receive reports on special meeting attendance, the director's update on the Ruth Gilfry Building and facilities management staffing, and a progress report on the jail/courthouse project. The July 14 minutes will be approved, and the next meeting date will be set.

• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Director's Report – update on Ruth Gilfry Building and facilities staffing
• Jail/Courthouse Project Report – progress, timeline, website
• Approval of July 14, 2025 Space and Properties minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for September 2, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

The Space and Properties Committee approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. No other agenda items were acted upon and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (voice vote)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will consider amending supervisory district boundaries following annexations by the Village of Plover and the City of Stevens Point. The body will also appoint members to an advisory committee regarding a potential industrial livestock operation ordinance.

• Appointments to Ad Hoc Advisory Committee for industrial livestock operation ordinance
• Amending supervisory district boundaries due to Village of Plover annexation
• Amending supervisory district boundaries due to City of Stevens Point annexation
• Establishing November 3, 2025 as the Official Annual Meeting Date of the County Board
• Appointment of Todd Knepfel to the Board of Adjustment

The Executive/Operations Committee approved the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes and confirmed several citizen appointments, including a Board of Adjustment member and eight members to an advisory committee on industrial livestock regulation. The committee also approved special‑meeting reports and payment authorizations, set November 3, 2025 as the official annual board meeting date, and adopted resolutions amending supervisory district boundaries for both the Village of Plover and the City of Stevens Point annexations. A final resolution revising Code of Ordinances §3.1.9 to task the committee with supervisory district plan amendments was also approved.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved appointment of Todd Knepfel as citizen member to the Board of Adjustment (voice vote)
• Approved appointments of eight citizen members to the Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on industrial livestock ordinance (voice vote)
• Approved special meeting reports and payment authorization requests (voice vote)
• Approved resolution establishing November 3, 2025 as the official annual meeting date (voice vote)
• Approved resolution amending supervisory district boundaries due to Village of Plover annexation (voice vote)
• Approved resolution amending supervisory district boundaries due to City of Stevens Point annexation (voice vote)
• Approved resolution revising Code of Ordinances §3.1.9 to designate the committee for supervisory district plan amendments (voice vote)

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The committee will receive a presentation on a shoreland survey app and review reports on aquatic invasive species. Members will also provide updates from various lake protection and drainage district meetings.

• Shoreland Survey App overview presentation by Andrew Senderhauf
• July Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Highlights report
• Drainage District correspondence from Justin Isherwood
• Lake Jacqueline Protection and Rehabilitation District meeting report
• McDill Inland Lake and Rehabilitation District meeting report

The Land and Water Conservation Committee voted to approve the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting. No vote tally was recorded. The committee set the next meeting for September 2, 2025 and adjourned at 6:59 p.m.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (motion by Amberle Schwartz, second by Janell Wehr)

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will review and vote on several items, including the 2026 library budget, the 2024 carryover budget, and a safety and security plan. They will also discuss the strategic plan schedule, service plan, and a staff reclassification and hours increase recommendation. The meeting includes routine reports, approval of June 18, 2025 minutes, and public comment.

• Discussion / Possible Action – 2026 PCPL Budget Approval
• Discussion / Possible Action – 2024 PCPL Carryover Budget Approval
• Discussion / Possible Action – PCPL Safety and Security
• Discussion / Possible Action – PCPL Strategic Plan Scheduling
• Discussion / Possible Action – Staff Reclassification and Hours Increase Recommendation

The board approved the library's 2026 budget, the 2024 carryover budget, and the perpetual service plan. It also approved the financial statements, the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes, and a staff reclassification with increased hours. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved financial statements (voice vote)
• Approved June 18, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved 2024 PCPL carryover budget (voice vote)
• Approved 2026 PCPL budget (voice vote)
• Approved perpetual PCPL service plan (voice vote)
• Approved staff reclassification and hours increase (voice vote)

County Board

The Ad Hoc Committee will hear a presentation on the listing process for the Health Care Center sale and review reports on special meeting attendance. It will approve the April 2, 2025 minutes. A closed session is scheduled to review proposals and negotiate letters of intent for the potential sale of the Health Care Center at 825 Whiting Avenue. The committee will then reconvene in open session to discuss possible action on those letters of intent.

• Presentation by Ray Giannini (Marcus & Millichap) on the listing process for the sale of the Health Care Center
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Approval of April 2, 2025 minutes
• Closed session to consider motion, review buyer proposals, and negotiate letters of intent for the sale of the Health Care Center at 825 Whiting Avenue
• Open session to discuss and possibly act on the letters of intent for the Health Care Center sale

The board approved the April 2, 2025 minutes by unanimous voice vote. A motion to convene in closed session to review letters of intent for the potential sale of the Portage County Health Care Center was carried 6‑1. After closed‑session discussion, the board reconvened in open session but took no further action on the sale.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Entered closed session to review health‑care‑center sale letters of intent (6‑1 voice vote)
• Reopened open session; no action taken on health‑care‑center sale (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for August 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will meet to discuss a budget amendment for solar sampling. The committee will also consider appointing a representative to the Zoning Code Re-Write Advisory Committee.

• Solar Sampling Budget Amendment
• Appointment of representative to the Zoning Code Re-Write Advisory Committee
• June Vendor Invoice List

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved the June 24th, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved a Solar Sampling Budget Amendment, again by voice vote. Finally, the committee appointed Vinnie Miresse as its representative on the Zoning Code Re‑Write Advisory Committee, with the motion carried by voice vote.

• Approved June 24th, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Solar Sampling Budget Amendment (voice vote)
• Approved Vinnie Miresse as representative to Zoning Code Re‑Write Advisory Committee (voice vote)

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review activity reports from county public safety agencies. The body will discuss and potentially act on two 2025 budget adjustments for the Sheriff's Office Emergency Medical Services Division.

• Budget adjustment for Stop the Bleed Kits for the Sheriff's Office EMS Division
• Budget adjustment for Funding Assistance Program (FAP) award for the Sheriff's Office EMS Division
• Portage County Sheriff's Office Awards presentation
• Portage County Victim Witness Program presentation
• Vendor invoice list reports for Sheriff, Emergency Management, EMS, Medical Examiner, and District Attorney

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee approved the minutes from the June 25, 2025 meeting. It also approved a 2025 budget adjustment to fund Stop the Bleed kits for the Sheriff's Office EMS division. A separate 2025 budget adjustment was approved to fund the Funding Assistance Program award for the same division. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved June 25, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved 2025 budget adjustment for Stop the Bleed kits for Sheriff's Office EMS (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved 2025 budget adjustment for Funding Assistance Program award for Sheriff's Office EMS (voice vote, no negative votes)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Solid Waste Management Board will review correspondence and several operational reports, approve the May and June meeting minutes, and discuss a possible new staff position. The discussion item is a request for a 2026 Solid Waste & Recycling LTE (intern) role. The meeting also includes updates on the landfill, transfer facility, hazardous waste, vendor invoices, and the year‑to‑date budget.

• New Special Meeting electronic submission process memo
• Landfill, transfer facility, and household hazardous waste updates
• Vendor invoices, SWAP reconciliation, recycling processing, and YTD budget report
• Approval of May and June 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of new 2026 Solid Waste & Recycling LTE (intern) position

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the May and June 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The board also approved a request to create a new 2026 Solid Waste & Recycling LTE intern position, again by voice vote with no negative votes. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved June 9th 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved new 2026 Solid Waste & Recycling LTE intern position (voice vote, no negative votes)

Board of Adjustment

The Portage County Board of Adjustment will consider two public petitions requesting special exceptions under the county zoning ordinance. The first petition seeks multiple variances for a home‑occupation greenhouse and roadside stand at 1507 Riverview Drive in the Town of Carson. The second petition requests a special exception for an addition to St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Parish at 7176 Esker Road in the Town of Stockton. The board will vote on these requests after public comment.

• Petition PET-2025-007: multiple variances for greenhouse, vegetable stand, accessory building size, building ratio, sign size, and employment limits at 1507 Riverview Drive, Town of Carson
• Petition PET-2025-010: special exception for an addition to St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Parish at 7176 Esker Road, Town of Stockton

The Board elected James Garbe as Chair, Jason Pingel as Vice Chair, and Brandon Taylor as Secretary, each by a 4‑0 vote. It approved the June 16 minutes by a 4‑0 vote. The board postponed the Ramsy White greenhouse petition until highway and town approvals are received (4‑0). It then approved the St. Mary’s Immaculate Conception Parish addition with planning‑department conditions (4‑0) and adjourned the meeting.

• Elected James Garbe as Chair (4‑0)
• Elected Jason Pingel as Vice Chair (4‑0)
• Elected Brandon Taylor as Secretary (4‑0)
• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Postponed Petition PET‑2025‑007 pending highway permit and town clarification (4‑0)
• Approved Petition PET‑2025‑010 with conditions recommended by Planning and Zoning (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting by voice vote

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will hold a public budget hearing to gather citizen input on the department's annual budget and Delivery of Service Plan. Residents may submit comments orally during the meeting or in writing beforehand. Written submissions can be mailed to the board address or sent to the department director at 715‑345‑5700.

• Public budget hearing for HHS annual budget and service plan
• Opportunity for oral or written public comments
• Written comments may be mailed to the board address or sent to the director
• Remote attendance via telephone (dial 1‑872‑242‑7813, meeting number 291 959 780) or video
• Notice provided under Wis. Stat. §46.031(3)

The Health and Human Services Board presented a public budget hearing agenda item to gather citizen input on the department's annual budget and service plan. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Health and Human Services Board

The Portage County Health and Human Services Board will discuss two possible actions: approving new position requests for a Community Engagement Supervisor and a Social Worker‑Crisis Interventionist, and adopting a resolution that would delegate authority to enter settlement agreements with opioid defendants to designated county officers. The meeting also includes routine items such as the Director's Report, approval of July 7, 2025 minutes, and a closed‑session session on sensitive personal‑history cases.

• Discussion of approval for new positions: Community Engagement Supervisor and Social Worker – Crisis Interventionist
• Resolution to delegate authority for entering settlement agreements with opioid defendants to designated county officer(s)
• Approval of July 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Closed session to consider cases involving personal histories related to permanency planning
• Director's Report on health and human services staffing, operations, and activities

The Health and Human Services Board approved the minutes from the July 7, 2025 meeting. It also approved two new staff positions—a Community Engagement Supervisor and a Social Worker – Crisis Interventionist. A resolution giving designated county officers authority to enter opioid settlement agreements was adopted. The board entered a closed session (8‑0 vote) and later reconvened in open session.

• Approved July 7, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Community Engagement Supervisor position (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Social Worker - Crisis Interventionist position (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution delegating authority for opioid settlement agreements (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session to consider permanency planning cases (8-0)
• Reopened session after closed session (voice vote, no negative votes)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will consider three requests for new positions for 2026: Highway Summer Help, Highway Seasonal Laborers, and a Civil Technician. These items are listed under Discussion/Possible Action and may result in hiring decisions. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of June 17 minutes and a vendor invoice list.

• Discussion and possible action on 2026 Highway Summer Help position request
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 Highway Seasonal Laborers position request
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 Civil Technician position request
• Approval of June 17, 2025 minutes
• Review of June 2025 vendor invoice list

The Highway Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved new position requests for a Highway Summer Help worker, Highway Seasonal Laborers, and a Civil Technician for 2026.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Highway Summer Help position request (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Highway Seasonal Laborers position request (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Civil Technician position request (unanimous)

County Board

The Portage County Board will discuss a zoning map amendment for the Town of Stockton and the creation of an advisory committee regarding industrial livestock operations. The board will also review budget adjustments and the 2024 final fiscal reconciliation.

• Town of Stockton Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment, Disher
• Creation of an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee for Industrial Livestock Operation ordinances
• Adoption of the updated Portage County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Authorization of 3.0 Full Time Equivalent and 2.0 Part Time Justice Programs positions
• Agreement with Microsoft for Office365 Services

The board approved a series of resolutions, including a land‑use amendment in Stockton, adoption of the updated Hazard Mitigation Plan, a new county logo, and the creation of an ad‑hoc committee on industrial livestock operations. It also authorized a $828,996 three‑year Microsoft Office365 services contract, a $15,000 donation for the Sheriff’s Stop‑the‑Bleed program, and final budget reconciliations and staffing adjustments for 2025.

• Adopted Stockton land‑use and zoning amendment for 17.7 acres (voice vote)
• Adopted updated Portage County Hazard Mitigation Plan (voice vote)
• Adopted new Portage County logo (voice vote)
• Created Ad Hoc Advisory Committee on Industrial Livestock Operations (amended, voice vote)
• Approved $15,000 donation for Stop the Bleed kits for Sheriff’s EMS (voice vote)
• Authorized $828,996 three‑year Microsoft Office365 services agreement (voice vote)
• Authorized final reconciliation of $10,753,008 fund balance increase and $1,158,245 net position increase (voice vote)
• Approved 3 full‑time and 2 part‑time Justice Programs positions (voice vote)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will discuss and potentially authorize a contract with Intertek/PSI for soil boring services at the new jail/LEC site in Plover. The meeting also includes progress reports on the jail/courthouse project and the Ruth Gilfry Building.

• Possible contract with Intertek/PSI for soil boring at the new jail/LEC site (Parcel 173230824-10.01)
• Progress and timeline report for the Jail/Courthouse Project
• Update on the Ruth Gilfry Building
• Review of vendor invoice lists dated 5-31-25 and 6-30-25

The Space and Properties Committee approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee also approved, by voice vote, a contract with Intertek/PSI to provide soiling boring services at the property of the new jail/Law Enforcement Center site in Plover. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved contract with Intertek/PSI for soiling boring services at new jail/LEC site (voice vote, no negative votes)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will hold a walk-through at Standing Rocks County Park to discuss adding gravity runs. A resolution for possible action will follow at 5:00 PM at the Ski Lodge, subject to County Board approval.

• Walk-through at Standing Rocks County Park to discuss gravity runs
• Resolution for possible action at 5:00 PM at the Ski Lodge
• Subject to County Board approval

Park Commission

The Park Commission will discuss and potentially act on a proposal to allow the Point Area Single Track Association to build gravity runs at Standing Rocks County Park.

• Proposal for Point Area Single Track Association to build gravity runs at Standing Rocks County Park

The commission approved the June 12, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. It also approved the Point Area Single Track Association's proposal to build gravity runs at Standing Rocks County Park, subject to five conditions, by voice vote with no negative votes. The meeting was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved June 12, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved gravity-run construction plan with conditions A‑E (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will hold a roll‑call vote to enter a closed session to discuss the sale of PC Housing LLC rental property, a property‑maintenance technician position, and an office position. The board will also discuss possible actions on the Administrative Plan for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Resolution 25‑14) and on Project I Management Plan for Rural Development (Resolution 25‑15). Earlier agenda items include approval of June 11 meeting minutes, a director’s update on occupancy, finances and properties, and review and approval of vouchers. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date for August 13, 2025.

• Vote to enter closed session to discuss sale of PC Housing LLC rental property
• Discussion of Property Maintenance Technician position
• Discussion of Office position update
• Possible action on Administrative Plan – Housing Choice Voucher Program (Resolution 25‑14)
• Possible action on Project I – Management Plan – Rural Development (Resolution 25‑15)

The board approved the minutes from the April 9 and May 14 meetings. It authorized April 2025 disbursements totaling $125,846.02. The board entered a closed session to discuss the sale of PC Housing LLC rental property, then returned to open session. The next meeting was set for July 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved minutes of 4-9-2025 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved minutes of 5-14-2025 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved April 2025 disbursements of $125,846.02 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Entered closed session to discuss sale of PC Housing LLC rental property (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Returned to open session after closed session discussion (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved next meeting date of July 9, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will discuss a resolution to advocate for the restoration of federal Snap-Ed funding for FoodWIse education. The body will also hold scoping sessions regarding the future direction of the Agriculture Educator and Health & Well-Being educator positions.

• Resolution to advocate for federal Snap-Ed funding for FoodWIse education
• Scoping session on the Human Development & Relationships Institute or Health & Well-Being educator position
• Discussion on the future direction of the Agriculture Educator Position
• New Special Meeting Electronic Submission Process and ordinance changes
• Review of Vendor Invoice List

Judicial/General Government Committee

The Judicial/General Government Committee will approve the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting. It will discuss a resolution to authorize three full‑time and two part‑time positions for justice programs. The committee will also consider maintaining or increasing hours for the Family Court Commissioner’s Administrative Associate III position. No decisions are recorded yet; these items are slated for discussion or possible action.

• Approval of minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting
• Discussion of resolution authorizing 3.0 full‑time equivalent and 2.0 part‑time justice program positions
• Discussion of maintaining or increasing hours for the Family Court Commissioner’s Administrative Associate III position
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports per Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Judicial/General Government Committee approved the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized three full‑time equivalent and two part‑time Justice Program positions. It also kept the Administrative Associate III position at 30 hours per week. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved resolution for 3.0 full‑time and 2.0 part‑time Justice Program positions (voice vote)
• Maintained Administrative Associate III position at 30 hours/week (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 a.m. (voice vote)

General

The Human Resources Committee will discuss staffing levels for Justice Programs and the Health Care Center. The body is also reviewing 2026 budget guidelines for wages and health insurance. Members may take action on a request for a new Human Resources Advisor position.

• Resolution for 3.0 full-time and 2.0 part-time Justice Programs positions
• Authorization of 1040 additional hours for Health Care Center Finance Manager LTE position
• 2026 Budget Guidelines for health insurance premiums and HSA contributions
• 2026 Budget Guidelines for wages
• New position request for Human Resources Advisor

The committee approved the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized three full‑time and two part‑time Justice Programs positions, added 1,040 hours for the Health Care Center Finance Manager LTE role, and approved a 20% health‑insurance premium increase for the 2026 budget while keeping the employer HSA contribution unchanged. The committee also approved a new Human Resources Advisor position.

• Approved May 7, 2025 committee minutes (voice vote)
• Authorized 3.0 full‑time and 2.0 part‑time Justice Programs positions (voice vote)
• Authorized additional 1,040 hours for Health Care Center Finance Manager LTE position (voice vote)
• Approved 20% health‑insurance premium increase for 2026 Budget Guidelines (voice vote)
• Approved maintaining 2026 employer HSA contribution at 2025 level (voice vote)
• Approved new Human Resources Advisor position (voice vote)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will approve the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting, hear public comments, and receive an Advance Aviation Annual Marketing Presentation. Staff reports will cover air service, financial performance, and operations, including updates on the Transient Hangar Project and the Managed IT Services RFP process. The meeting concludes with a Fixed Base Operator report and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approval of Minutes of the June 17, 2025 Board Meeting
• Advance Aviation Annual Marketing Presentation
• Update on Transient Hangar Project
• Update on Managed IT Services RFP Process
• Fixed Base Operator Report

Health Care Center Committee

The Health Care Center Committee will discuss a professional accounting and consulting contract with JT and Associates, LLC. The meeting includes a presentation on federal and state budget impacts on long-term care in Wisconsin.

• Possible action on contract with JT and Associates, LLC for professional accounting and consulting services
• Presentation by Rene Eastman of Leading Age Wisconsin on budget impacts on long-term care
• Request for additional limited term employee hours for Finance Manager position
• Review of June 2025 census, vendor invoice, and budget reports

The committee approved the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting by voice vote with no negative votes. It also approved a contract with JT and Associates, LLC for professional accounting and consulting services, again by voice vote with no negative votes. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved contract with JT and Associates, LLC for professional accounting and consulting services (voice vote, no negatives)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will hear a presentation of Q1 2025 community program statistics and a Director's report on staffing, operations, and activities. It will vote to approve the minutes from the June 16, 2025 meeting. The primary action item is a discussion and possible approval of an application for an Adult Protective Services grant funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Presentation of Q1 2025 Community Programs statistics by Jessica Hake
• Director's report on health and human services staffing, operations, and activities
• Approval of June 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion/Possible Action on approval of an Adult Protective Services ARPA grant application
• Closed session to consider confidential permanency‑planning cases

The Health and Human Services Board approved the June 16, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. The board also approved the application for the Adult Protective Services ARPA grant by voice vote. Members voted 8‑0 to enter a closed session for confidential matters, then reconvened to open session by voice vote.

• Approved June 16, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Adult Protective Services ARPA grant application (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session to consider personal‑history cases (8 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened to open session after closed session (voice vote, no negative votes)

Finance Committee

The Portage County Finance Committee will consider several items, including a grant award of $3,000 to the Sheriff’s North Central Regional Trauma Advisory Council. The committee will also discuss resolutions to authorize three full‑time and two part‑time Justice Program positions and to approve the final reconciliation for fiscal year 2024. A review of the proposed 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan, covering government facilities, roads, parks, and technology projects, will be presented. The meeting will conclude with approval of the June 23, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Grant award to Sheriff – North Central Regional Trauma Advisory Council, $3,000 (Portage County Ordinance 3.8.14)
• Resolution to authorize 3.0 full‑time and 2.0 part‑time Justice Program positions
• Resolution to approve the final reconciliation for fiscal year 2024 for all county funds
• Discussion of the Portage County Proposed 2026‑2031 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of June 23, 2025 meeting minutes

The Finance Committee approved the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting. It approved a $3,000 grant award to the North Central Regional Trauma Advisory Council. It approved a resolution authorizing three full‑time and two part‑time Justice Program positions and forwarded it to the County Board. It also approved a resolution for the final reconciliation of fiscal year 2024 and sent it to the County Board.

• Approved June 23, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved $3,000 North Central Regional Trauma Advisory Council grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution authorizing 3.0 FTE and 2.0 PT Justice Program positions, forwarded to County Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution authorizing final reconciliation for FY 2024 for all county funds, forwarded to County Board (voice vote, no negative votes)

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review a building use policy update and consider the 2024 ADRC annual report. They will also receive budget, vendor, and resource center reports for May 2025, and address correspondence items such as a property fraud alert brochure and a special‑meeting submission process memo. No formal decisions are indicated beyond discussion of the policy update and annual report.

• Building Use Policy Update (item 12)
• 2024 ADRC Annual Report (item 13)
• Special Meeting Submission Process & Ordinance Changes Memo (item 2)
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports for Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48 (item 3)
• Budget Revenue & Expense Report May 2025 (item 4)

The commission approved the revised Building Use Policy, adopting the discussed changes to Section II.C on decorations, by voice vote. The commission also approved the 2024 ADRC Annual Report with updated nutrition staff photos, by voice vote. No other motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved Building Use Policy update with changes (voice vote)
• Approved 2024 ADRC Annual Report with staff photo changes (voice vote)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will discuss approving requests to attend a special meeting and authorizing payments for special meeting reports. It will consider a resolution to adopt a new Portage County logo. The committee will also explore creating an ad hoc advisory group to recommend a potential ordinance regulating aspects of an industrial livestock operation. All items are for discussion or possible action at the July 1, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion on approval of requests to attend a special meeting
• Discussion on approval of special meeting reports and payment authorizations
• Resolution to adopt a new Portage County logo
• Consideration of an ad hoc advisory committee for a livestock operation ordinance recommendation

The Executive/Operations Committee approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved requests to attend a special meeting, special meeting reports and payment authorizations (excluding Supervisor Dodge’s May 22, 2025 submission), and adopted a new county logo design #3. Finally, the committee approved forming an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee to recommend regulation of industrial livestock operations. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved June 3, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved requests to attend a special meeting (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved special meeting reports and payment authorizations, omitting Supervisor Dodge’s May 22, 2025 submission (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved resolution adopting new Portage County logo design #3 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved creation of an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee to recommend regulation of industrial livestock operations (voice vote, no negatives)

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Land and Water Conservation Committee unanimously approved the June 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved a resolution to form an ad hoc advisory committee that will recommend a potential ordinance regulating certain aspects of an industrial livestock operation. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved resolution to create ad hoc advisory committee on industrial livestock operation (5-0)

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will meet to review financial statements and bills for payment. The board is scheduled to approve the 2025 mid-year budget and notes. The meeting also includes a review of the System Director.

• Approval of 2025 Mid-Year Budget and Notes
• Review of System Director
• Approval of bills for payment
• Review of financial statements

The board approved the 2024 audited financial statements, approved payment of $161,160.53 in bills, and unanimously approved a 2026 cataloging agreement with Madison Public Library. The minutes from the April 24, 2025 meeting were approved with one abstention. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved April 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried, G. Poulson abstaining)
• Approved bills for payment of $161,160.53 (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Cataloging Agreement with Madison Public Library (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review activity reports from county public safety agencies. The body will discuss and possibly act on the adoption of the updated Portage County Hazard Mitigation Plan and budget adjustments for Stop the Bleed kits.

• Resolution to approve and adopt the updated Portage County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Resolution authorizing acceptance of donated funds for Stop the Bleed kits for the Sheriff's Office EMS Division
• 2025 Budget Adjustment for Stop the Bleed kits for the Sheriff's Office EMS Division
• Review of vendor invoice list reports for the Sheriff, EMS, and District Attorney

The committee approved the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted the updated Countywide Hazard Mitigation Plan, both by voice vote with no negative votes. It also approved a resolution to accept donated funds and a 2025 budget adjustment for Stop the Bleed kits for the Sheriff's Office EMS division, and separately approved the budget adjustment itself. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved resolution accepting donated funds and budget for Stop the Bleed kits (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved 2025 budget adjustment for Stop the Bleed kits (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adopted Updated Portage County Hazard Mitigation Plan (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no negatives)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing and consider a request to change the land use and zoning for 17.7 acres in the Town of Stockton. The body will also discuss a budget amendment for the Soil and Water Resource Management 2024 cost share carryover.

• REQ-2025-003: Request by Jesse Disher to change 17.7 acres from Enterprise Agriculture to Limited Agriculture/Mixed Use and from Exclusive Agricultural to Low Density Agricultural
• Soil and Water Resource Management (SWRM) 2024 Cost Share Carryover Budget Amendment
• Village of Nelsonville well water quality results report
• New special meeting electronic submission process and ordinance changes

Judicial/General Government Committee

The Portage County Judicial/General Government Committee will review office and budget updates for Justice Programs, the District Attorney, Veterans Services, Register of Deeds, and Clerk of Courts. It will discuss terminating the JusticePoint contract and a proposal to add 10 hours per week to the Deputy Register of Deeds position. The meeting also includes routine items such as a vendor invoice list, special meeting attendance reports, and approval of minutes.

• Justice Programs – JusticePoint contract termination
• Register of Deeds – add 10 hours per week to Deputy Register of Deeds position
• Vendor Invoice List review
• Special Meeting Attendance Reports (Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

The committee approved the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. A motion was passed to add 10 hours per week to the Deputy Register of Deeds position starting in 2026, also by voice vote with no negative votes. The meeting was adjourned at 4:01 p.m. by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved additional 10 hours per week for Deputy Register of Deeds (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:01 p.m. (voice vote, no negative votes)

Finance Committee

The Portage County Finance Committee will discuss the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and consider resolutions for budget adjustments, including a Microsoft Office365 agreement and grant applications.

• Presentation of 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution authorizing Microsoft Office365 services
• Grant application for $15,000 from WI Dept. of Children & Families
• Resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers
• Discussion on Stop the Bleed Kits for Sheriff's Office

The committee approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Microsoft to provide Office365 services. It also approved resolutions for Stop the Bleed kits funding, grant awards, 2025 budget amendments, and a library surplus carryover. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes. The meeting minutes were approved and the capital improvement plan was noted with no discussion.

• Approved Microsoft Office365 services agreement (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved Stop the Bleed kits funding and budget adjustment (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved grant awards: $15,000 Foster Parent Grant and $100 SPARTA grant (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved 2025 budget amendments and transfers (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved 2024 library surplus carryover to surplus account (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)

Justice Coalition

The Justice Coalition will vote to approve the minutes from its July 18, 2024 meeting. Members will discuss requests and approvals for attendance at special meetings. Presentations will cover the coalition's purpose, county building projects such as the jail, juvenile detention and courthouse, and an overview of the Juvenile Detention Workgroup. The group will also consider reviewing policies for justice programs.

• Approve minutes of July 18, 2024 meeting
• Discuss request and approval for special meeting attendance
• Presentation on Portage County building projects – jail, juvenile detention, courthouse
• Juvenile Detention Workgroup overview
• Review of policies for Justice Programs

General

The Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee will review a nitrogen optimization pilot program and monitoring results from Nelsonville wells. The body may decide whether to recommend the full Groundwater Management Plan to the Planning and Zoning Committee.

• Presentation on Nitrogen Optimization Pilot Program by Ken Schroeder
• Report on April results from Nelsonville Monitoring Wells
• Possible action to recommend Groundwater Management Plan to Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will approve vendor invoice lists, purchase card statements, and the current budget status. It will also approve the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting. The board will receive reports from library departments and the municipal government liaison. Finally, the board will discuss possible actions regarding library safety and security.

• Approval of vendor invoice lists, purchase card statements, and budget status
• Approval of May 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion / possible action on PCPL safety and security
• Reports from Branch and Extension, Circulation, Reference, Technical Services, Youth Services
• Municipal Government Liaison report

The board voted to approve the financial reports—including vendor invoices, purchase card statements, and budget status—by voice vote. They also approved the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting, again by voice vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved financial reports (vendor invoices, purchase card statements, budget status) by voice vote
• Approved May 28, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will consider a resolution for the Air Carrier Incentive Program. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the May 13, 2025 board meeting, a public comment period, and several staff reports on operations, finance, and projects. The board may take action on the incentive program after discussion.

• Review and possible action on Air Carrier Incentive Program resolution
• Approval of minutes from the May 13, 2025 board meeting
• 15‑minute public comment period
• Staff reports: director report (air service, statistical, flight schedule, legislative updates)
• Financial reports: revenues and expenses, budget comparison, PFC update

Highway Committee

The Portage County Highway Committee will discuss a design contract for a CTH E structure replacement over the Wisconsin River and consider road closure requests. The meeting will also include a closed session for property purchasing negotiations.

• Discussion on design contract with Gremmer and Associates for CTH E structure replacement
• Discussion on CTH Z road closure requests
• Approval of May 20, 2025 minutes
• Closed session for property purchasing negotiations
• WisDOT correspondence regarding US 10 and CTH B improvement project

The Highway Committee approved a $48,570 design contract with Gremmer and Associates for the CTH E structure replacement over the Wisconsin River. It also approved CTH Z road closure requests with required traffic control for 2025‑2027. The committee entered a closed session by a 5‑yes vote, then reconvened in open session; no action resulted from the closed session.

• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved $48,570 design contract with Gremmer and Associates for CTH E structure replacement (voice vote)
• Approved CTH Z road closure requests for 2025‑2027 with traffic control (voice vote)
• Entered closed session for competitive or bargaining reasons (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Reopened session after closed session (voice vote)
• No action taken in closed session

County Board

The Portage County Board will vote on a resolution supporting $20.2 million in annual base funding for county conservation staffing. The board is also deciding on an extension of the waste disposal agreement with Waste Management of Wisconsin, Inc. and confirming several board reappointments.

• Resolution to support increasing base funding for County Conservation Staffing to $20.2 million annually
• Extension of the Waste Disposal Agreement between Portage County and Waste Management of Wisconsin, Inc.
• Reappointment of Chris Doubek and David Medin to the Health and Human Services Board
• Reappointment of Rick Rettler to the Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board
• Reappointment of Rose Williams and Tanya Mazur to the Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Board approved the June 20, 2025 minutes and confirmed several board reappointments. It adopted a resolution urging the Wisconsin Legislature to increase base funding for the County Land and Water Conservation Staffing program by $11,035,900 to $20.2 million annually. It also approved the extension of the county’s waste disposal agreement with Waste Management of Wisconsin, Inc.

• Approved June 20, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed Chris Doubek to the Health and Human Services Board (voice vote)
• Reappointed David Medin to the Health and Human Services Board (voice vote)
• Reappointed Rick Rettler as Citizen Member to the Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 117‑2024‑2026 urging $11,035,900 increase in conservation staffing funding (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 118‑2024‑2026 extending the waste disposal agreement with Waste Management of Wisconsin, Inc. (voice vote)
• Reappointed Josh Ostrowski to the Land Records Modernization Committee (voice vote)
• Reappointed Rose Williams as Citizen Member to the Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee (voice vote)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider several petitions for Special Exception permits regarding building heights and land use. The body will also discuss a request to rescind previous approvals for an automobile salvage yard.

• Petition PET-2025-001: Request to operate an automobile wrecking yard behind 7451 County Road J
• Petition PET-2025-004: Request for a 25-foot high detached garage at 250 Eastwood Dr
• Petition PET-2025-006: Request for a 25-foot high detached garage at 127 Green Ave
• Petition PET-2025-008: Request to rescind Special Exception approvals A03-31 & A10-07 for a salvage yard at 2921 Lakeview Road North

The Board approved the May 19 minutes unanimously. It denied the special‑exception request for an automobile wrecking yard in the A3 district (Petition PET‑2025‑001) by a 5‑0 vote. It approved special‑exception permits with conditions for two accessory garages (Petitions PET‑2025‑004 and PET‑2025‑006) each by a 5‑0 vote. It voted 3‑2 to rescind two prior salvage‑yard special‑exception approvals (A03‑31 and A10‑07) in Rosholt.

• Approved May 19 minutes (5-0)
• Denied automobile wrecking yard special exception (Petition PET‑2025‑001) (5-0)
• Approved Warner garage special exception with conditions (Petition PET‑2025‑004) (5-0)
• Approved Brandt garage special exception with conditions (Petition PET‑2025‑006) (5-0)
• Approved rescission of salvage‑yard approvals A03‑31 & A10‑07 (3-2)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Health and Human Services Board

The Portage County Health and Human Services Board will discuss and possibly approve three grant applications: a Foster Parent/Licensed Relatives Licensing Support Grant, a Birth to Three Ongoing Child Assessment Tool Reimbursement Grant, and a Drug Checking Technologies Program Grant. The board will also address special‑meeting attendance requests and approve per‑diem expense reports for special meetings. Minutes from the June 2, 2025 meeting will be approved, and the next meeting is set for July 7, 2025.

• Approval of Foster Parent/Licensed Relatives Licensing Support Grant (item 6)
• Approval of Birth to Three Ongoing Child Assessment Tool Reimbursement Grant (item 7)
• Approval of Drug Checking Technologies Program Grant (item 8)
• Approval of special‑meeting attendance and related reports (item 9)
• Approval of special‑meeting per‑diem expense reports (item 10)

The Health and Human Services Board approved the Foster Parent/Licensed Relatives Licensing Support Grant, the Birth to Three Ongoing Child Assessment Tool Reimbursement Grant, and the Drug Checking Technologies Program Grant, each by voice vote with no negative votes. It also approved special‑meeting per diem expense reports for two board members by voice vote. The board entered a closed session with a 9‑yes, 0‑no vote and later reconvened to open session.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Foster Parent/Licensed Relatives Licensing Support Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Birth to Three Ongoing Child Assessment Tool Reimbursement Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Drug Checking Technologies Program Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved special‑meeting per diem expense reports for Jeanne Dodge and Suzanne Oehlke (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session (9 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Re‑convened to open session (voice vote, no negative votes)

General

The Portage County Board of Adjustment will conduct on‑site hearings at four locations on Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 9:00 am to about 12:00 pm. The hearings will consider cases PET‑2025‑006 at 127 Green Ave., PET‑2025‑004 at 250 Eastwood Dr., PET‑2025‑008 at 2921 Lakeview Road, and PET‑2025‑001 at 7445 County Road J. No decisions are listed; the board will review each application during the scheduled times.

• PET‑2025‑006 – 127 Green Ave., Stevens Point (Town of Hull)
• PET‑2025‑004 – 250 Eastwood Dr., Stevens Point (Town of Hull)
• PET‑2025‑008 – 2921 Lakeview Road, Rosholt (Town of Alban)
• PET‑2025‑001 – 7445 County Road J, Almond (Town of Buena Vista)

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will review vendor invoices and receive reports from the Area Extension Director, the Foodwise/SNAP‑ED program, and educators. It will approve the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. The committee will discuss and possibly approve attendance at special meetings as outlined in Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48, and will consider continuing the Human Development Relationship Institute position for Portage County.

• Review Vendor Invoice List
• Approve minutes from May 8, 2025
• Discuss special‑meeting attendance per Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Consider continuation of Human Development Relationship Institute position

The committee approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting by voice vote. It also approved holding a stakeholder scoping session in August to re‑evaluate the vacant Human Development & Relationships Institute educator position. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved August stakeholder scoping session for Human Development & Relationships Institute position (voice vote, no negative votes)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will discuss a contract for roof work and a request to modify trails. The body will also review park revenue and updates on logging at Jordan Park and Wolf Lake Park.

• Bid from C. Golke Industriess LLC of $35,810.00 to replace Jordan West Lodge roof
• Request from Point Area Single Track Association (P.A.S.T.A.) to replace single-track trails with gravity run trails
• Update on logging/thinning red pine stands at Jordan Park and Wolf Lake Park
• Presentation by Daniel Golgon on cross country skiing, snow making, and activity analysis
• Review of 2025 Parks revenue from January 1st to May 31, 2025

The Park Commission approved the draft minutes from April 10, 2025. They accepted a $35,810 bid from C. Golke Industries LLC to replace the Jordan West Lodge roof. The request from the Point Area Single Track Association to modify trails was postponed until the July 12 special meeting. Attendance at a special meeting for Brian Swan was also approved.

• Approved April 10, 2025 draft minutes (voice vote)
• Approved $35,810 contract with C. Golke Industries LLC for roof replacement (voice vote)
• Tabled Point Area Single Track Association trail request until July 12, 2025 (voice vote)
• Approved special‑meeting attendance for Brian Swan at AWSC annual convention (voice vote)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will review occupancy, financial balances, and vouchers. The board will enter a closed session to discuss the sale of PC Housing LLC rental properties.

• Review of income, expenses, and account balances
• Review and approval of vouchers
• Closed session regarding the sale of PC Housing LLC rental property(ies)

The board approved $162,249.23 in March disbursements. It authorized the sale of six PC Housing LLC rental properties to NextHome Priority and gave the Executive Director full authority to negotiate and sign related documents. Multiple audit‑compliance and reserve‑request resolutions were adopted. The next meeting was scheduled for June 11, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved March 2025 disbursements of $162,249.23 (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant, 1 excused)
• Entered closed session to discuss reclassification, budget adjustments, and property evaluation (ayes by Mras, Splinter, Doubek; 0 nays, 1 excused, 1 vacant)
• Authorized sale of six PC Housing LLC properties to NextHome Priority (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant, 1 excused)
• Approved Resolution 25-02 Update Segregation of Duties (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant, 1 excused)
• Approved Resolution 25-03 Audit Compliance Supplement – Project I (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant, 1 excused)
• Approved Resolution 25-04 Audit Compliance Supplement – Housing Choice Voucher (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant, 1 excused)
• Approved Resolution 25-05 Dissolve Audit Compliance Supplement – Project II (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant, 1 excused)
• Set next meeting for June 11, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant, 1 excused)

Health Care Center Committee

The Portage County Health Care Center Committee meeting on June 10, 2025 includes presentations on the existing health care center referendum, county engagement with Leading Age, and the center’s operations and finances. The agenda contains an administrator’s operational overview, a financial report with May 2025 census, vendor invoice list, and budget, and approval of the May 13, 2025 minutes. The committee will discuss and potentially approve attendance at special meetings as outlined in Portage County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48.

• Presentation: Existing Health Care Center Referendum and Capital Improvement Project status (Marcia McDonald)
• Presentation: Portage County's engagement with Leading Age (Marcia McDonald)
• Presentation: Operations & Financial Structure of the Health Care Center (Marcia McDonald)
• Financial Report: May 2025 census, vendor invoice list, and budget
• Discussion/Possible Action: Request and approval of special meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Health Care Center Committee approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee set the next meeting for July 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM and a subsequent meeting for August 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM. No other actions were taken.

• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Scheduled next meeting for July 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
• Scheduled next meeting for August 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM

General

The Solid Waste Management Board will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a SWAP Agreement between Portage County and Waste Management.

• Discussion/Possible Action: Approving SWAP Agreement between Portage County and Waste Management

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the SWAP Agreement between Portage County and Waste Management. The motion was made by Jacowski, seconded by Spierings, and carried by voice vote with no negative votes. The next meeting is set for June 24 at 4:30 pm.

• Approved SWAP Agreement with Waste Management (voice vote)

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Portage County Commission on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review its April 2025 budget revenue and expense reports, vendor report, and resource center report. It will also consider a proposal to approve attendance at special meetings as outlined in County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. The meeting includes routine reports, public notice procedures, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Budget Revenue & Expense Reports for April 2025
• Vendor Report for April 2025
• Resource Center Report
• Discussion/Possible Action on special meeting attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Scheduling of next meeting on July 2, 2025

The commission approved the May 1, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion was made by Splinter and seconded by Ordens; the motion passed by voice vote. A motion to adjourn the June 5, 2025 meeting was made by Splinter, seconded by Brush, and was carried. No other items received votes or formal decisions during the meeting.

• Approved May 1, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. The commission then adjourned the June 3, 2025 meeting by voice vote. No other actions or legislation were approved.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no negative votes)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will review a vendor invoice list dated April 30, 2025, hear the Director’s report on the Ruth Gilfry Building and facilities staffing, and receive a progress update on the jail/courthouse project. The committee will also consider approval of the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes. Finally, members will discuss and potentially approve attendance at special meetings under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48.

• Review Vendor Invoice List dated 4‑30‑25
• Director’s Report on Ruth Gilfry Building and facilities management staffing
• Jail/Courthouse Project progress and timeline report
• Approve May 6, 2025 Space and Properties Committee minutes
• Discuss and possibly approve special meeting attendance per Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Space and Properties Committee approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes. The motion was made by Jeanne Dodge, seconded by Nancy Eggleston, and passed by voice vote with no negative votes. No other agenda items resulted in a decision; the special‑meeting attendance discussion was not resolved.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will approve the May 6, 2025 minutes and confirm several board appointments and reappointments. It will also discuss procedures for special meeting attendance, including approval of attendance sheets and submission processes. Additionally, the committee will review new Portage County logo designs from the Findorff Design Team.

• Appointment of Al Haga to the Solid Waste Management Board (term expires Apr 20, 2026)
• Reappointment of Chris Doubek to the Health and Human Services Board (term expires Apr 17, 2028)
• Reappointment of Rick Rettler as a citizen member to the Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board (term expires Apr 19, 2027)
• Discussion of approval of special meeting attendance sheets
• Review of new Portage County logo designs from Findorff Design Team

The Executive/Operations Committee approved the May 6, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It confirmed multiple board and committee reappointments, while the appointment of Al Haga to the Solid Waste Management Board failed due to lack of a second. The committee also approved the special meeting attendance sheets and an electronic submission process for prior authorizations and payment requests.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Appointment of Al Haga to Solid Waste Management Board failed (no second)
• Reappointed Chris Doubek to Health and Human Services Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed David Medin to Health and Human Services Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed Rick Rettler to Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed Josh Ostrowski to Land Records Modernization Committee (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved special meeting attendance sheets (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved electronic submission process for prior authorization and payment requests (voice vote, no negative votes)

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Land and Water Conservation Committee will discuss the Soil and Water Resource Management Master Grant and the appointment of a County Conservationist. The meeting includes reports on invasive species management and well water quality in the Village of Nelsonville.

• Discussion/Possible Action on Soil and Water Resource Management (SWRM) Master Grant
• Possible appointment of Tracy Arnold to replace Steve Bradley as County Conservationist
• Presentation by Golden Sands RC&D on invasive species management
• Report on Village of Nelsonville well water quality results
• Discussion on special meeting attendance per County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Land and Water Conservation Committee approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. Other agenda items were discussed as possible actions but no further decisions were recorded.

• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes

Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership Advisory Committee

The Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership Advisory Committee will meet to review guiding principles and a facility agreement. The body will also consider the purchase of a truck and trailer and a personnel appointment.

• Renew UW Hancock Agricultural Research Station Facility Agreement for July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026
• Purchase of Truck and Trailer
• Appointment of Tracy Arnold to replace Steve Bradley
• Revised CWWP Group Guiding Principles

The advisory committee approved the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. It also approved the revised CWWP Group Guiding Principles, renewed the UW Hancock Agricultural Research Station Facility Agreement for July 1 2025‑June 30 2026, and authorized the purchase of a truck and trailer. All motions passed by voice vote with no objections.

• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved revised CWWP Group Guiding Principles (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved renewal of UW Hancock Agricultural Research Station Facility Agreement (July 1 2025‑June 30 2026) (voice vote, no nays)
• Approved purchase of a truck and trailer (voice vote, no nays)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no nays)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will review public‑health Q1 2025 statistics, the director’s staffing and operations report, and approve the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss and consider approving special‑meeting attendance under Ordinance 3.1.47/3.1.48 and a per‑diem expense report for special meetings. The board will also receive reports from supervisors and a citizen member on various advisory committees before entering a closed‑session for confidential matters.

• Division of Public Health Q1 2025 Statistics presentation
• Approval of May 12, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on Special Meeting Attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discussion on Approval of Special Meeting Per Diem – Expense Reports
• Closed session to consider confidential personal‑history cases

The board approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. It also approved special‑meeting per‑diem expense reports for Bob Gifford and Bev Laska, again by voice vote with no opposition. The board voted to enter a closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(F), with nine members voting yes and none voting no or abstaining. After the closed session, the board voted to reconvene in open session, approved by voice vote.

• Approved May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved special‑meeting per‑diem expense reports for Bob Gifford and Bev Laska (voice vote, no negatives)
• Entered closed session (9 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened to open session (voice vote, no negatives)

Justice Coalition

The Justice Coalition Executive Committee will approve the minutes from the June 27, 2024 meeting and review its purpose and goals. Members will discuss creating a small group to address community goals related to the juvenile detention facility and a potential new Portage County jail. Additional discussions will cover the Post Sentence Supervision program, a proposal for Justice Programs and opioid settlement funding, and updates on the Drug Treatment Court and quarterly program statistics.

• Approve minutes of the June 27, 2024 meeting
• Review Justice Coalition purpose and goals
• Discuss forming a small group on juvenile detention facility and potential new jail
• Discuss Post Sentence Supervision program
• Discuss Justice Programs proposal and opioid settlement funding request

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will consider a grant application by Portage County EMS to fund Stop the Bleed kits for Portage County schools. It will also discuss and possibly act on a request for special meeting attendance under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. The committee will approve minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting and hear presentations and reports from various public safety agencies.

• Discussion of EMS grant for Stop the Bleed kits in county schools (Item 16)
• Discussion/Possible Action on special meeting attendance request (Item 17)
• Approval of Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee minutes from April 23, 2025 (Item 15)
• Presentation of Portage County Sheriff's Office Awards (Item 3)
• Vendor invoice list reports from Sheriff, Emergency Management, EMS, and District Attorney (Items 4‑7)

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee approved the minutes from the April 23, 2025 meeting. The motion was made by Stan Potocki, seconded by Shaun Przybylski, and carried by voice vote with no negative votes. The meeting was then adjourned by a voice‑vote motion. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 23, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will elect its officers and approve the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. Trustees will review financial reports, including vendor invoices, purchase card statements, and the budget status. The board will discuss possible actions on library safety and security and consider scheduling for upcoming board meetings.

• Election of Library Board officers
• Approval of April 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of financial reports (vendor invoices, purchase card statements, budget status)
• Discussion of possible actions on PCPL safety and security
• Discussion of upcoming Board of Trustees meeting dates and times

The Board voted to retain the current officer slate, confirming Liz Peterson as President, Amanda Freberg as Vice‑President, and Nycole Martinez as Financial Secretary. The Board also approved the financial reports, approved the April 16, 2025 meeting minutes, and adopted new dates and locations for the July and August meetings. All motions passed by voice vote.

• Reappointed Liz Peterson as Library Board President (voice vote)
• Reappointed Amanda Freberg as Vice‑President (voice vote)
• Reappointed Nycole Martinez as Financial Secretary (voice vote)
• Approved financial reports as presented (voice vote)
• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adopted July 30 meeting date at Stevens Point Branch (voice vote)
• Adopted August 20 meeting date at Almond Branch Library (voice vote)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Solid Waste Management Board will approve the January meeting minutes and consider two possible actions: approving attendance at special meetings under Portage County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48, and reviewing a proposed latex paint alternative daily cover agreement with Marathon County Solid Waste. The board will also receive reports on landfill operations, vendor invoices, and the year‑to‑date budget.

• Approval of January meeting minutes
• Discussion of special meeting attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48) and related per‑diem expense reports
• Discussion of Latex Paint Alternative Daily Cover Agreement with Marathon County Solid Waste
• Vendor invoices report
• Year‑to‑date budget report

The Solid Waste Management Board approved the January 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. The board also approved the per‑diem expense sheets for Jacowski and Zach from the Wisconsin Integrated Resource Management Conference, again by voice vote. Finally, the board approved the Latex Paint Alternative Daily Cover agreement with Marathon County Solid Waste, also by voice vote.

• Approved January meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved per diem sheets for Jacowski and Zach (voice vote)
• Approved Latex Paint Alternative Daily Cover agreement with Marathon County Solid Waste (voice vote)

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board will review its financial statements and an audit report, then vote on two items: approval of the 2024 audited financial statements and approval of a 2026 cataloging agreement with Madison Public Library.

• Approve 2024 Audited Financial Statements
• Approve 2026 Cataloging Agreement between SCLS and Madison Public Library
• Review of Financial Statements (K. Goeden)
• Presentation and Approval of Bills for Payment (J. Wright)
• Presentation: Audit Report – Baker Tilly

The trustees approved the minutes from the March meeting, a $124,154.53 payment, the reinstatement of the fleet mechanic position description, and the 2026 statutory resource and supplementary services agreements with Madison Public Library. All motions carried; two members abstained on the minutes approval and the fleet mechanic vote was unanimous.

• Approved March 27, 2025 minutes (motion carried; J. Wright and N. Foth abstained)
• Approved payment of $124,154.53 for bills (motion carried)
• Approved reinstatement of fleet mechanic position description (unanimously carried)
• Approved 2026 Statutory Resource Services and Supplementary Services agreements with Madison Public Library (motion carried)

Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee will review quarterly reports and a walk-roll audit. The meeting will be held at 2700 Week Street in Stevens Point.

• Review Q1 2025 85.21 Report
• Review Q1 2025 OAA Transportation Report
• Review Portage County Safe Streets and Roads for All - Walk-Roll Audit
• Review February 27, 2025 Minutes
• Next meeting scheduled for August 28, 2025

The Transportation Coordinating Committee accepted the February 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the Q1 2025 85.21 Report. It also approved the Q1 2025 OM Transportation Report. All three motions passed with unanimous ayes and no nays.

• Accepted February 2025 minutes (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved Q1 2025 85.21 Report (all ayes, no nays)
• Approved Q1 2025 OM Transportation Report (all ayes, no nays)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will meet to discuss several infrastructure projects and equipment needs. The body will consider a preliminary design contract for CTH D and a truck chassis purchase for 2026. Other items include a CTH HH access request and snow fence cost-sharing.

• Preliminary Design Contract for CTH D (CTH A to STH 54)
• 2026 Equipment Purchase for a Truck Chassis
• CTH HH Access Request for Tax Parcel 281-23-0802301117 in Stevens Point
• 2025 Central WI Windshed Partners Living Snow Fence Projects cost-sharing
• WisDOT State Highway Improvement Program and Project Scoping presentation

The committee approved the April 15, 2025 minutes by voice vote. It postponed the CTH HH access request indefinitely. It approved the 2026 purchase of two truck chassis from Quality Truck at $164,488 per chassis. It also approved a $60,000 design contract for CTH D (CTH A to STH 54) and approved cost‑sharing for the 2025 Central WI Windshed Partners living snow fence projects.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Postponed CTH HH access request indefinitely (voice vote)
• Approved purchase of two truck chassis from Quality Truck at $164,488 each (voice vote)
• Approved design contract for CTH D (CTH A to STH 54) with Gremmer & Associates, Inc. for $60,000 (voice vote)
• Approved cost‑sharing for 2025 Central WI Windshed Partners living snow fence projects (voice vote)

County Board

The Portage County Board will consider several agenda items, including a recognition award, an update from the chair, and routine correspondence. The board will vote on a contract with Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC to revise the county zoning ordinance, and on a land swap agreement with the City of Stevens Point. Additional actions include step‑up pay for an administrative assistant, revisions to special‑meeting attendance rules, extra hours for a community nutrition educator, and budget amendments and transfers.

• Approving contract with Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC for comprehensive zoning ordinance revision
• Resolution approving land swap agreement between Portage County and the City of Stevens Point
• Step‑up pay for County Executive Administrative Assistant covering vacancy Sep 23 2024–Feb 27 2025
• Adopting revisions to Code of Ordinances 3.1 to modify special meeting attendance approvals
• Authorizing an additional 12 hours per week for a Community Nutrition Educator position

The Portage County Board adopted a land swap agreement with the City of Stevens Point, approved a contract with Foth Infrastructure & Environment for zoning ordinance revision, and authorized several personnel and budget actions. The board also adopted revisions to the county code of ordinances and increased hours for a community nutrition educator position. All items were adopted by the recorded votes.

• Approved contract with Foth Infrastructure & Environment, LLC (23 ayes, 0 nays, 2 excused)
• Approved land swap agreement with City of Stevens Point (19 ayes, 4 nays, 2 excused)
• Approved step‑up pay for County Executive Administrative Assistant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adopted revised Code of Ordinances Section 3.1 after amendment (23 ayes, 2 excused)
• Authorized additional 12 hours per week for Community Nutrition Educator (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Authorized 2025 budget amendments and transfers (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider three special exception requests regarding sewage systems, a storage yard, and a veterinary clinic. The board will also discuss special meeting attendance and review minutes from March 17, 2025.

• Petition PET-2025-002: Holding tanks for office/laboratory building at 4807 Custer Road
• Petition PET-2025-003: Contractor storage yard at 5558 Monroe Ave.
• Petition PET-2025-005: Veterinary clinic at 1000 County Road DB
• Discussion on special meeting attendance per Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Board of Adjustment approved three special exception petitions: holding tanks for Mathy Construction (Petition PET-2025-002), a contractor storage yard for Portage Solar (Petition PET-2025-003), and a veterinary clinic for Sandra Pumper (Petition PET-2025-005). The Board also approved rescinding a prior approval for an auto‑salvage/tractor‑repair shop. All motions passed unanimously (5‑0).

• Approved special exception for holding tanks at 4807 Custer Road (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved special exception for contractor storage yard at 5558 Monroe Ave (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved special exception for veterinary clinic at 1000 County Road DB (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved rescission of auto‑salvage/tractor‑repair shop approval (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Approved minutes from March 17, 2025 meeting (5 Yes, 0 No)
• Adjourned meeting (5 Yes, 0 No)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Portage County Housing Authority Board will vote to enter a closed session to discuss a reclassification of the Housing Manager, future budget adjustments for Project I, the Housing Choice Voucher Program, and PC Housing Properties. The meeting also includes discussion and possible action on several resolutions updating policies, audit compliance supplements, and reserve requests for Project I. Additional items cover the sale of old appliances and routine agenda items such as minutes approval and a director’s update.

• Roll Call Vote to enter closed session for discussion of Housing Manager reclassification, budget adjustments, and rental property evaluation
• Resolution 25-02: Update Segregation of Duties
• Resolution 25-03: Update Audit Compliance Supplement – Project I
• Resolution 25-09: Reserve request for replacement of gutters – Project I
• Resolution 25-13: Sale of old appliances

The board approved the meeting minutes and the housing authority disbursements for January ($143,590.57) and February ($135,218.53) 2025. It entered a closed session to discuss personnel status, then returned to open session. The next meeting was scheduled for May 14, 2025.

• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, 1 vacant)
• Approved January 2025 disbursements of $143,590.57 (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, 1 vacant)
• Approved February 2025 disbursements of $135,218.53 (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, 1 vacant)
• Entered closed session on personnel status (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, 1 vacant)
• Returned to open session for possible action (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, 1 vacant)
• Approved next meeting date of May 14, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. (3 ayes, 0 nays, 1 absent, 1 vacant)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will review several project resolutions and cost plans, including a regional aviation development fund and the GA Terminal project. Members may vote on the 2026 AIP and State Aid Project Resolution and a preliminary design contract for the GA Apron Project. Staff will also provide updates on airport operations, finances, and ongoing projects such as the transient hangar.

• Resolution R-02-25 Supporting a Regional Aviation Development Fund
• Review of GA Terminal Project Costs and Funding Plan
• Resolution R-03-25 for 2026 AIP and State Aid Project
• Preliminary Design Contract for GA Apron Project
• Staff update on Transient Hangar Project

Health Care Center Committee

The committee will review the Administrator's operational overview and financial reports for January through April 2025. Members will also discuss and potentially take action regarding special meeting attendance requests and reports.

• Census, vendor invoice, and budget reports for January - April 2025
• Medicare Quality Measures of Health Care Center Report
• Discussion/Possible Action on special meeting attendance per Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Health Care Center Committee approved the minutes from its February 11, 2025 meeting. Supervisor Splinter made the motion, Supervisor Przybylski seconded, and the motion carried with no negative votes. No other actions were decided.

• Approved Feb. 11, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will hear the Director’s Report on staffing and operations, approve the April 2025 vendor invoice list, and adopt the May 5 meeting minutes. It will discuss and possibly act on a resolution to confirm and ratify the County’s authority for counsel to add additional defendants to the opioid MDL 2804 litigation, consider requests for special‑meeting attendance and related reports, and set the per‑diem expense rate for special meetings. The agenda also includes board member reports from various advisory committees, a closed‑session segment for confidential matters, and scheduling of the next meeting on June 2, 2025.

• Resolution to confirm and ratify authority of counsel to add defendants to opioid MDL 2804 (Item 4)
• Request and approval for special‑meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48 (Item 5)
• Approval of special‑meeting per‑diem expense rate (Item 6)
• April 2025 Health and Human Services vendor invoice list (Item 2)
• Director’s Report on Health and Human Services staffing and operations (Item 1)

The board approved the May 5, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. A motion to approve special‑meeting per‑diem expense reports also passed by voice vote. The board entered a closed session with a 9‑yes, 0‑no vote, then reconvened in open session. The next meeting was scheduled for June 2, 2025.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Postponed indefinitely discussion on opioid litigation counsel authority
• Approved special‑meeting per‑diem expense reports (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Entered closed session (9 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened session (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Set next meeting date for June 2, 2025

Finance Committee

The Portage County Finance Committee will discuss several grant applications, including a $3,699,400 HUD Community Projects award. It will also consider a five‑year agreement with MHC Software Holdings Inc. and a resolution to amend the 2025 budget. Additional items include approval of special‑meeting attendance and the sale of tax‑delinquent parcels.

• Approval of five‑year agreement with MHC Software Holdings Inc.
• Grant awards: $3,699,400 HUD Community Projects grant; $17,186 Sheriff’s Office grant; $1,000 District Attorney grant; $100 SPARTA grant
• Discussion of special meeting attendance under Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers
• Approval of tax deed parcels for sale, including 2214 County Rd HH West (appraised $70,200) and others

The committee approved a $3,699,400 HUD Community Projects grant and a resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers. It also approved a five‑year contract with MHC Software Holdings and approved tax deed sales with repurchase options for several parcels. Additional actions included setting new values for unsold tax‑deeded parcels and approving write‑offs of accounts receivable $1,000 and greater.

• Approved $3,699,400 HUD Community Projects grant (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved five‑year contract with MHC Software Holdings Inc. (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved tax deed sales and repurchase options for parcels 1,2,3,5,6,7,9; item 7 passed with one negative vote (3‑1‑0), others passed voice vote with no negatives
• Set new sale value for parcel 281240833302323 to $1,000 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Set new sale values for parcels 022221030‑09.05 and 281240833302323 to 50% of previous values (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved write‑offs of accounts receivable $1,000 and greater (voice vote, no negatives)
• Deferred library carryover request to a future meeting (voice vote, no negatives)

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Portage County Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will review routine reports and vendor invoices, approve minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting, and discuss whether to approve attendance at the Miresse – Farmers of Mill Creek Annual Meeting held on February 24, 2025 under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48.

• Review Vendor Invoice List
• Area Extension Director Report
• Educator Report
• Review and approve minutes from March 13, 2025
• Discussion of special meeting attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)

The committee approved the March 13, 2025 minutes by voice vote. It also approved Chair Miresse's attendance at the Friends of Mill Creek Annual Meeting and authorized any members to attend the Entrepreneurial Communities Conference in June. Both motions passed unanimously by voice vote.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Chair Miresse's attendance at Friends of Mill Creek Annual Meeting (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved committee members' attendance at Entrepreneurial Communities Conference, June 16‑18, 2025 (voice vote, no negative votes)

Human Resources Committee

The Human Resources Committee will discuss personnel pay and staffing changes. The body is reviewing step-up pay for an administrative assistant and a request for additional hours for a Community Nutrition Educator. The committee will also review initial health plan projections for 2026.

• Step up pay for County Executive Administrative Assistant for duties performed Sept 23, 2024, to Feb 27, 2025
• Resolution for an additional 12 hours per week for a Community Nutrition Educator position
• 2026 Initial Health Plan Projections
• Special Meeting Attendance requests and reports
• Review of March 2025 Consumer Price Index and Health Plan Financial Performance Analysis

The Human Resources Committee approved the step‑up pay for the County Executive Administrative Assistant covering duties during the Justice Programs Director vacancy. It also approved a resolution adding 12 hours per week to the 20‑hour Community Nutrition Educator position at Health and Human Services. The April 3, 2025 minutes were approved, and the next meeting was set for June 4, 2025.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved step‑up pay for County Executive Administrative Assistant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution adding 12 hours/week to Community Nutrition Educator position (voice vote, no negative votes)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss a contract with Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC to revise the county zoning ordinance. Members will also consider the creation of a Housing Task Force and a budget amendment for the zoning revision project.

• Contract with Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC for zoning ordinance revision
• Creation of a Portage County Housing Task Force
• Budget Amendment Transfer Request for 2025 Capital Project – Zoning Ordinance Comprehensive Revision
• Monitoring Well Sampling in the Village of Nelsonville
• MHC IMS Custom Export Contract

The committee approved the March 26, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. It authorized the creation of a Portage County Housing Task Force, also by voice vote with no opposition. The committee approved a resolution to contract Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC for a comprehensive zoning ordinance revision, and it approved a budget amendment transfer for the 2025 zoning ordinance revision project, both by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved March 26, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved creation of Portage County Housing Task Force (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved contract with Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC for zoning ordinance revision (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved budget amendment transfer for 2025 zoning ordinance comprehensive revision (voice vote, no negative votes)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will review several reports, including a vendor invoice list and a year‑to‑date budget. It will discuss special‑meeting attendance procedures under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. The committee will consider a resolution to approve a land‑swap agreement with the City of Stevens Point.

• Vendor Invoice List dated 3‑31‑25
• Year‑to‑date Budget Report dated 3‑31‑25
• Director's Report on Ruth Gilfry Building and facilities management
• Jail/Courthouse Project schedule report
• Resolution approving land‑swap agreement between Portage County and City of Stevens Point

The committee approved the minutes from the April 1, 2025 Space and Properties meeting by voice vote. The committee approved the resolution authorizing the land‑swap agreement between Portage County and the City of Stevens Point, with five members voting yes and one voting no. No special meetings were attended. The next meeting is set for June 3, 2025.

• Approved April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved land‑swap resolution with Stevens Point (5‑1 vote)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will review vendor invoices and budget updates. Members will consider a new county logo and a resolution to modify the code of ordinances regarding special meeting attendance.

• Appointment of Al Haga to the Solid Waste Management Board
• Discussion and possible action on a new Portage County logo
• Proposed revisions to code of Ordinances Section 3.1 regarding special meeting attendance
• Approval of the Strategic Planning Schedule for County Board Supervisors and staff
• County Clerk quarterly budget update

The committee approved the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no opposition. Supervisors adjourned the appointment of Al Haga to the Solid Waste Management Board to the next meeting, with a 4‑aye, 1‑nay vote. The special‑meeting attendance sheets were approved by voice vote with no opposition. A resolution amending Code of Ordinances Section 3.1 on special‑meeting attendance approvals was approved by voice vote with no opposition.

• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adjourned appointment of Al Haga to Solid Waste Management Board to next meeting (4 aye, 1 nay)
• Approved special‑meeting attendance sheets (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved resolution revising Code of Ordinances §3.1 special‑meeting attendance (voice vote, no negatives)

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Land and Water Conservation Committee will approve the March 4th, 2025 meeting minutes. It will discuss a resolution to increase base funding for county conservation staffing to $20.2 million annually. The committee will also review the 2026 Soil and Water Resource Management grant application and consider the process for an Industrial Livestock Operations Ordinance. A request for special meeting attendance under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48 will be considered.

• Resolution to support increasing base funding for county conservation staffing to $20.2 million annually (Item 14)
• Discussion of the 2026 Soil and Water Resource Management (SWRM) Grant Application (Item 15)
• Discussion on the Industrial Livestock Operations Ordinance process and timeline (Item 16)
• Request and approval for special meeting attendance under Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48 (Item 17)
• Approval of March 4th, 2025 meeting minutes (Item 13)

The meeting included staff introductions and updates on county conservation projects. The committee discussed a resolution to increase base staffing funding and the Industrial Livestock Operations Ordinance, but no formal actions were taken on those items. It recorded that no action was needed on the 2026 Soil and Water Resource Management grant because the grant is already included in the division’s annual budget.

• No action taken on 2026 Soil and Water Resource Management grant (noted as already funded)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will hear the Director's report on staffing and operations and a question‑and‑answer session on the 2024 annual report. It will vote to approve the April 21, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss possible actions on a drug‑checking technologies grant, additional hours for a community nutrition educator, and special‑meeting attendance and per‑diem matters. A closed‑session segment will address confidential cases, and the next meeting is set for May 19, 2025.

• Discussion/Possible Action on approval of application for DHS Drug Checking Technologies Grant (item 4)
• Discussion/Possible Action on authorizing an additional 12 hours per week for a 20‑hour‑per‑week Community Nutrition Educator position (item 5)
• Discussion/Possible Action on special meeting attendance request and approval (items 6)
• Discussion/Possible Action on approval of special meeting per diem expense reports (item 7)
• Closed session to consider cases with sensitive personal histories (item 12)

The Health and Human Services Board approved the April 21 meeting minutes. It also approved the application for the DHS Drug Checking Technologies Grant, authorized an additional 12 hours per week for a community nutrition educator position, and approved attendance at a special meeting on the Juvenile Detention Center. The board entered a closed session (8‑0 vote) and later reconvened the open session.

• Approved April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved DHS Drug Checking Technologies Grant application (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved resolution for additional 12 hours/week for nutrition educator (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved special meeting attendance on Juvenile Detention Center (voice vote, no negatives)
• Entered closed session to consider confidential cases (8 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened session after closed session (voice vote, no negatives)

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Portage County Local Emergency Planning Committee will receive reports on emergency coordination, hazardous materials incidents, and the county hazardous materials team. It will discuss several possible actions, including approval of hazardous materials response claims, off‑site plans, and grant intents. The committee will also consider special‑meeting attendance requests, new member approval, and future meeting locations.

• Discussion/Possible Action Re: Review and Approval of Hazardous Materials Response Claims
• Discussion/Possible Action Re: Review and Approval of Off‑Site Plans
• Discussion/Possible Action Re: Grant Updates and Approval of Intent for EPCRA, CHREG, and HMEP Grants
• Discussion/Possible Action Re: Special Meeting Attendance under Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Discussion/Possible Action Re: New Member Approval

The Local Emergency Planning Committee approved the minutes from the February 6, 2025 meeting. It also approved the addition of three new members—Tanner Arnold, Scott Janz, and Chris Michalski—by voice vote. No hazardous‑materials response claims or off‑site plans were presented for approval. The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 a.m.

• Approved February 6, 2025 LEPC minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved addition of three new members (Tanner Arnold, Scott Janz, Chris Michalski) by voice vote
• Noted retirement of Sally McGinty (no vote required)
• No Hazardous Materials Response Claims pending approval
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review March 2025 budget and vendor reports. The board will also discuss the SPARTA grant and updates to the ADRC tornado policy.

• Budget Revenue & Expense March 2025
• Vendor Report March 2025
• SPARTA Grant
• ADRC Tornado Policy Update
• Special meeting attendance requests (Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)

The board approved the April 3, 2025 minutes with an amendment changing Honl’s attendance designation, passing by voice vote. It also approved Honl and Ordens to attend the Aging Advocacy Day special meeting in Madison, also by voice vote. Additionally, the board approved the ADRC tornado policy update, again by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved April 3, 2025 minutes (amended) – voice vote
• Approved Honl and Ordens attendance at Aging Advocacy Day – voice vote
• Approved ADRC tornado policy update – voice vote

Judicial/General Government Committee

The Judicial/General Government Committee will approve the minutes from the February 24, 2025 meeting. It will discuss possible action on special‑meeting attendance under Portage County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. A resolution will be considered to increase pay the County Executive Administrative Assistant for duties performed during the Justice Programs Director vacancy from September 23, 2024 to February 27, 2025. The committee will also receive office and budget updates from several county offices.

• Approval of minutes for the February 24, 2025 meeting
• Discussion/possible action on special‑meeting attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Resolution to step‑up pay for the County Executive Administrative Assistant (vacancy Sep 23 2024–Feb 27 2025)
• Office and budget updates from Justice Programs, Veterans Services, Clerk of Courts, Family Court Commissioner, and Register of Deeds

The Judicial/General Government Committee approved the February 24, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved step‑up pay for the County Executive Administrative Assistant for duties performed during the Justice Programs Director vacancy, again by voice vote. The committee set the next meeting for June 23, 2025, and adjourned at 4:05 p.m. by voice vote.

• Approved February 24, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved step‑up pay for County Executive Administrative Assistant (voice vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 23, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 4:05 p.m. (voice vote)

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will discuss and possibly act on reinstating the fleet mechanic position. It will also approve the 2026 Statutory Resource Services and Supplementary Services agreements with Madison Public Library. Additional items include reviewing financial statements and approving bills for payment.

• Discussion and possible action on reinstating the fleet mechanic position
• Approval of 2026 Statutory Resource Services agreement with Madison Public Library
• Approval of 2026 Supplementary Services agreement with Madison Public Library
• Presentation and approval of bills for payment
• Review of financial statements

The trustees approved the 2024 System Annual Report. They also approved payment of $521,642.82 as listed in the bills. The minutes from the February 27, 2025 meeting were approved. All motions were carried.

• Approved 2024 System Annual Report (motion carried)
• Approved payment of $521,642.82 (motion carried)
• Approved February 27, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review activity reports from the Sheriff, District Attorney, and Medical Examiner. The body will discuss the application for and acceptance of the WVWP Comfort Room Grant and a related budget amendment transfer.

• Approval of application for and acceptance of WVWP Comfort Room Grant
• Budget amendment transfer request for WVWP Comfort Room Grant
• Review of special meeting attendance requests and reports
• Vendor invoice list reports for Sheriff, EMS, Medical Examiner, and District Attorney

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025 meeting. It also approved the application for and acceptance of the WVWP Comfort Room Grant. A budget amendment transfer request related to that grant was approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 26, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved WVWP Comfort Room Grant application (voice vote)
• Approved budget amendment transfer request due to WVWP Comfort Room Grant (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will receive a presentation on how the Governor's 2025-27 Executive Budget may affect department operations. The board will also review staffing reports and vendor invoices from March 2025.

• Presentation on Governor Evers' 2025-27 Executive Budget impacts by Marcie Rainbolt
• March 2025 Vendor Invoice List
• Discussion and possible action on special meeting attendance and per diem expense reports
• Closed session to consider cases involving social or personal histories of specific persons

The board approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It approved Suzanne Oehlke's attendance at the April 29, 2025 budget listening session, also by voice vote. The board approved special‑meeting per diem expense reports for three members, again by voice vote. A closed session was entered with a 9‑0 vote to consider cases involving personal histories, and the meeting reconvened to open session by voice vote.

• Approved March 17, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved Suzanne Oehlke's attendance at April 29, 2025 budget listening session (voice vote)
• Approved special meeting per diem expense reports for Bev Laska, Jeanne Dodge, and Bob Gifford (voice vote)
• Entered closed session to consider cases with personal histories (9 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened session after closed session (voice vote, no negatives)

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will review financials, department reports, and discuss safety and security measures. The board will also consider Institute of Museum and Library Services funding and hold a closed session to discuss the Library Director's annual performance evaluation.

• Approval of financials and March 19, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on PCPL Safety and Security
• Discussion on Institute of Museum and Library Services Funding
• Closed session for Library Director performance evaluation
• Public comment registration for agenda items

The board approved the April financial reports and the March 19 meeting minutes, both by voice vote. It entered closed session to discuss the Library Director's performance, then returned to open session. A motion to place a satisfactory probationary evaluation for Director Alexander Johnson on file also passed by voice vote.

• Approved April financial reports (voice vote)
• Approved March 19, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Entered closed session to discuss Library Director performance evaluation (voice vote)
• Returned to open session (voice vote)
• Placed satisfactory probationary performance evaluation for Library Director on file (voice vote)

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will review bids for bituminous hot mix and oil for 2025. The body will also discuss purchasing a paver for 2026 and GPS for highway equipment. Additionally, the committee will consider an emergency request from the Town of Grant for bridge and culvert aid on 90th Street.

• 2026 Equipment Purchase – Paver
• GPS Purchase for Highway Equipment
• 2025 Bids – Bituminous Hot Mix
• 2025 Bids – Bituminous Oil
• Town of Grant Emergency Request for 2025 Bridge/Culvert Aid – 90th Street

The Highway Committee unanimously approved the March 18, 2025 minutes and authorized members to attend the 2025 WCHA Summer Road School. It approved a $675,000 paver purchase, a $20,880 GPS/AVL purchase with $2,645 hardware, and awarded the 2025 Bituminous Hot Mix and Bituminous Oil bids to the named contractors. The Committee also approved the Town of Grant's emergency bridge/culvert aid request for 90th Street.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved attendance at 2025 WCHA Summer Road School (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 paver purchase from Fabick Cat for $675,000 (unanimous)
• Approved GPS/AVL purchase from Precise Fleet Management for $20,880 plus $2,645 hardware (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Bituminous Hot Mix Bid to American Asphalt for Lines 24‑25 LRIP (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Bituminous Hot Mix Bid to American Asphalt for line 26 and other products (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Bituminous Oil Bid to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers (unanimous)
• Approved Town of Grant emergency bridge/culvert aid for 90th Street (unanimous)

County Board

The County Board will approve the minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting. It will reappoint Ann Hubbard and Lynn Kissner as citizen members of the Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board for three‑year terms ending April 14, 2028. The board will adopt a resolution to reclassify the County Surveyor position to Pay Grade 28.

• Approval of March 18, 2025 minutes
• Reappointment of Ann Hubbard as citizen member to the Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board (term expires April 14, 2028)
• Reappointment of Lynn Kissner as citizen member to the Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board (term expires April 14, 2028)
• Approving reclassification for County Surveyor to Pay Grade 28

The board approved the March 18, 2025 minutes by voice vote. It confirmed the reappointment of Ann Hubbard and Lynn Kissner as citizen members of the Commission on Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board, each by voice vote. The board adopted Resolution No. 110-2024-2026, reclassifying the County Surveyor from Pay Grade 26 to Pay Grade 28, by voice vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:03 p.m. by voice vote.

• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Confirmed reappointment of Ann Hubbard to Aging Commission (voice vote)
• Confirmed reappointment of Lynn Kissner to Aging Commission (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 110-2024-2026 reclassifying County Surveyor to Pay Grade 28 (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:03 p.m. (voice vote)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will meet to review reports on staffing and vendors. The body will discuss the possibility of converting an easement access from County Road Y into a shared outlot with Portage County.

• Discussion of converting easement access from County Road Y to parcel 020240801-15.01 into a shared outlot
• Correspondence regarding Standing Rocks Park from Matt Bushman
• Review of February and March 2025 Vendor Lists
• Park Director report on parks and staffing

The Park Commission approved the draft minutes from February 13, 2025 by voice vote with no negative votes. It also accepted the possibility of converting an easement access into a shared outlot for $27,500, with the seller covering survey and transaction costs, passing 6‑1. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved draft minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved easement conversion $27,500 (6 Yes, 1 No)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote)

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Housing Authority Board will review and approve the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes and the current vouchers. Commissioners will vote on entering a closed session to consider personnel status. The board will discuss updates to PC Housing LLC rental properties and consider revisions to administration policy.

• Review and approval of minutes of March 12, 2025
• Review & approval of vouchers
• Roll call vote to enter closed session for personnel status
• Discussion: update future of PC Housing LLC rental property(ies)
• Discussion/possible action: update sections of administration policy

The board gave the Executive Director authority to retain a realtor and list PC Housing LLC rental properties for sale. It also approved reclassifying the Housing Manager as Deputy Director and adopted both the audit draft and the Management Representation Letter to the auditor. All motions passed with four ayes, zero nays, and one vacant vote.

• Approved minutes of 2-12-25 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Authorized Executive Director to retain a realtor and list PC Housing LLC properties for sale (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Entered closed session for personnel and reclassification discussion (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Re‑evaluated job descriptions and reclassified Housing Manager as Deputy Director (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved audit draft of financial statements (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved Management Representation Letter to auditor (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)
• Approved next meeting date of April 9, 2025 (4 ayes, 0 nays, 1 vacant)

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will convene to approve prior meeting minutes, receive staff reports on air service, finances, and construction projects, and allow public comment.

• Approval of March 11, 2025 Board Meeting minutes
• Staff reports on Air Service, Financials, and Operations
• Updates on Transient Hangar and GA Terminal projects
• Public comment period with 15-minute time limit
• Next meeting scheduled for May 13, 2025

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Portage County Commission on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center Board will review its February 2025 budget revenue and expenses, a February 2025 vendor report, and updates from the resource center and senior center advisory council. The meeting includes a discussion and possible action on approving attendance at special meetings as outlined in County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. The board will also set the next meeting date for May 1, 2025.

• Budget Revenue & Expense February 2025
• Vendor Report February 2025
• Resource Center Reports – LTC Enrollment
• Senior Center Advisory Council Minutes
• Discussion/Possible Action on Special Meeting Attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)

The commission approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved board members' attendance at the state budget hearing on April 29 and the Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Day on May 13, with motions passing by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved attendance at state budget hearing April 29 (voice vote)
• Approved attendance at Wisconsin Aging Advocacy Day May 13 (voice vote)

Human Resources Committee

The Portage County Human Resources Committee will review and possibly approve a reclassification for the County Surveyor to Pay Grade 28. It will also discuss special meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48, and review the 2024 health plan alongside 2025 market insights. The agenda includes approval of February 6, 2025 minutes and a discussion of an alternative date for the May 1, 2025 meeting.

• Approve draft Human Resources Committee minutes from February 6, 2025
• Discuss and possibly approve special meeting attendance per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Consider reclassification for County Surveyor to Pay Grade 28
• Review 2024 Health Plan and 2025 market insights
• Discuss alternative date for the May 1, 2025 meeting

The Human Resources Committee approved the February 6, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote with no negative votes. It also approved reclassifying the County Surveyor to Pay Grade 28, again by voice vote with no opposition. The next meeting was scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. The committee adjourned at 6:05 p.m.

• Approved February 6, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved reclassification of County Surveyor to Pay Grade 28 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Set next meeting for May 7, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Portage County Groundwater Management Plan. Topics include approval of groundwater‑quality updates (Concern 2) and coordination of groundwater management across political boundaries (Concern 3). The meeting also includes routine items such as public notice, correspondence, minutes approval, member updates, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Discussion/Possible Action: Portage County Groundwater Management Plan Update – Concern 2: Groundwater Quality Approval of Updates
• Discussion/Possible Action: Portage County Groundwater Management Plan Update – Concern 3: Coordinated Efforts for Groundwater Management Across Political Boundaries
• Review/Approval of Minutes from February 18 2025

County Board

The Ad Hoc Committee will first approve the March 27, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then discuss and possibly act on special‑meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. Finally, the committee will consider approving a specific broker to contract for the sale of the Portage County Health Care Center.

• Approval of March 27, 2025 minutes
• Discussion/Possible Action on special‑meeting attendance (Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discussion/Possible Action to approve a specific broker for contract to sell the Portage County Health Care Center

The Ad Hoc Committee approved the March 27, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved selecting Marcus & Millichap as the broker for the sale of the Portage County Health Care Center, also by voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved March 27, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Marcus & Millichap as broker for health‑care center sale (voice vote)

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will review vendor invoice lists and receive reports from County Counsel and the County Clerk. It will confirm the reappointment of two citizen members to the Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board. The committee will discuss special meeting attendance procedures, a new county logo, the strategic plan timeline, and the possible dissolution of the Judicial/General Government Committee.

• Reappointment of Ann Hubbard as citizen member to the Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board (term expires April 14, 2028)
• Reappointment of Lynn Kissner as citizen member to the Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board (term expires April 14, 2028)
• Discussion of special meeting attendance under Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Discussion of a new Portage County logo
• Discussion of possibly dissolving the Judicial/General Government Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes. It reappointed Ann Hubbard and Lynn Kissner as citizen members of the Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board for three‑year terms. The committee also approved the special meeting attendance reports and asked staff to draft a resolution for an online attendance reporting process.

• Approved March 6, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed Ann Hubbard to Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Reappointed Lynn Kissner to Aging/Aging & Disability Resource Center Board (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved special meeting attendance reports (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Directed staff to draft a resolution for online special meeting attendance reports (voice vote, no negative votes)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will meet on April 1, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. in the Annex conference rooms in Stevens Point. The agenda includes a vendor invoice list, a director’s report on the Ruth Gilfry Building and facilities staffing, and a jail/courthouse project update that references the Findorff contract and schedule. The committee will discuss special‑meeting attendance under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. It will also enter a closed session to deliberate the purchase of public properties and related litigation matters.

• Review Vendor Invoice List dated 2-28-25
• Director's Report on Ruth Gilfry Building and facilities management staffing
• Jail/Courthouse Project Report including Findorff contract and schedule
• Discussion on special meeting attendance per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Closed session to deliberate purchase of public properties and related litigation

The committee approved the March 4 minutes by voice vote. It then voted 5‑0 to enter a closed session to deliberate real estate and building transaction issues. After the closed session, the committee reconvened in open session by voice vote. No special meeting requests were reported.

• Approved March 4 minutes (voice vote)
• Entered closed session on real estate matters (5 Yes, 0 No, 0 Abstain)
• Reopened open session (voice vote, no negative votes)

Central Wisconsin Windshed Partnership Advisory Committee

The Advisory Committee will discuss the 2024 final budget report and revised group guiding principles. The body may take action on renewing facility and employee agreements and a vehicle purchase.

• Revised CWWP Group Guiding Principles
• Renewal of UW Hancock Agricultural Research Station Facility Agreement (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
• Renewal of LTE Agreement with Golden Sands Resource Conservation and Development Council, Inc.
• Vehicle purchase
• 2024 Final Budget Report

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees will meet to review financial statements and approve bills for payment. The board is also scheduled to review and approve the 2024 System Annual Report to the Department of Public Instruction (DPI).

• Approval of 2024 System Annual Report to DPI
• Review of financial statements
• Approval of bills for payment

The trustees approved the minutes from the January 23, 2025 meeting. They approved payment of $1,040,494.32 for outstanding bills. They also approved the board meeting dates of November 21, 2025 and December 19, 2025.

• Approved 1/23/2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved payment of $1,040,494.32 for bills (motion carried)
• Approved November 21, 2025 board meeting date (motion carried)
• Approved December 19, 2025 board meeting date (motion carried)

County Board

The Portage County Board Ad Hoc Committee will hear presentations from Ray Giannini of Marcus & Millichap and Dawn Davis of 3D Realty Group, both proposed as brokers for the sale of the Health Care Center. The committee will also approve the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes and discuss attendance at special meetings under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48.

• Presentation by Ray Giannini (Marcus & Millichap) for a broker contract to sell the Health Care Center
• Presentation by Dawn Davis (3D Realty Group) for a broker contract to sell the Health Care Center
• Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of special meeting attendance per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Next meeting scheduled for April 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM

The Ad Hoc Committee of the Portage County Board approved the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes. Supervisor Dave Medin moved to approve, Citizen Member Chris Scott seconded, and the motion passed by voice vote with no negative votes. No other actions or decisions were taken during the meeting. The meeting adjourned at 3:50 PM.

• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes (voice vote, unanimous)

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review activity reports from county law enforcement and medical services. The body will discuss and possibly act on the acceptance of three grants and a request for special meeting attendance.

• Acceptance of Telephonic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Grant
• Approval of Round 2 FY2025 PSAP Grant Program Application
• Acceptance of Department of Health Services - EMS Funding Assistance Program (FAP) Award
• Special Meeting Attendance requests and reports per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee approved the Acceptance of a Telephonic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Grant, the Round 2 FY2025 PSAP Grant Program Application, and the Department of Health Services EMS Funding Assistance Program award. Each motion was carried by voice vote with no negative votes. The committee also approved the February 26, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Approved Acceptance of Telephonic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Grant (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Round 2 FY2025 PSAP Grant Program Application (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved Acceptance of Department of Health Services EMS Funding Assistance Program award (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved February 26, 2025 committee meeting minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no negative votes)

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will discuss a resolution regarding the County Surveyor's pay grade. The body will also review requests and reports for special meeting attendance.

• Resolution to reclassify County Surveyor to Pay Grade 28
• Special meeting attendance requests and reports per Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48
• Update on applications and interviews for vacant department positions

The Planning and Zoning Committee approved the February 25, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. It also approved a resolution to reclassify the County Surveyor position to pay grade 28, starting at $76,111, with no negative votes. Additionally, the committee approved the special meeting attendance sheet by voice vote.

• Approved February 25, 2025 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved resolution to reclassify County Surveyor to pay grade 28 (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Approved special meeting attendance sheet (voice vote, no negative votes)

Traffic Safety Commission

The commission will receive reports on highway construction, safety repair projects, and crash spot maps from local police and the DOT. Members will also discuss traffic safety legislation and emergency medical services operations.

• Status of Highway Construction and Safety Repair Projects/Proposals
• Crash Spot Map reports from Portage County Sheriff, Stevens Point Police, and Plover Police
• Safe Streets 4 All (SS4A) Grant Update
• Discussion on locations of traffic hazards and recommended improvements
• Possible action regarding special meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48

The Traffic Safety Commission voted to approve the minutes from the December 3, 2024 meeting by voice vote with no negative votes. No other substantive actions or approvals were taken during the March 25, 2025 session. The meeting was then adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved December 3, 2024 minutes (voice vote, no negative votes)
• Adjourned meeting (voice vote, no negative votes)

Veterans Service Commission Committee

The commission will elect a chairperson and review vendor invoice lists and the year-to-date budget. Members will also discuss special meeting attendance and review the Veterans Relief Commission packet.

• Election of Chairperson
• Review of Year to Date Budget
• Review of Vendor Invoice Lists
• Discussion on special meeting attendance per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Review of Veterans Relief Commission Packet

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will review financial reports, discuss safety and security measures, and consider a budget carryover request. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the Library Director's performance evaluation.

• Discussion on PCPL Safety and Security
• 2024 PCPL Budget Carryover Request
• Wisconsin DPI Public Library Annual Report
• Closed session for Library Director performance evaluation
• Approval of February 19, 2025 Meeting Minutes

The board approved the February 19, 2025 meeting minutes by voice vote. A motion was passed to submit a carryover request for $4,502.65 from the 2024 budget to shorten Overdrive hold times. The closed‑session discussion of the Library Director’s performance evaluation was tabled to the April meeting, and no action was taken on the postponed closed‑session item.

• Approved February 19, 2025 minutes (voice vote)
• Approved carryover request of $4,502.65 to reduce Overdrive hold times (voice vote)
• Tabled Library Director performance evaluation to April meeting (voice vote)
• No action on postponed closed‑session item

Highway Committee

The Highway Committee will consider revisions to the seasonal weight limit variance permit policy and a state/municipal agreement for a bridge. The body will also discuss special meeting attendance requests and reports.

• Revision to Seasonal Weight Limit Variance Permit Policy regarding a portion of CTH R
• 1st Revision to the CTH WW, Four Mile Creek Bridge WisDOT State/Municipal Agreement
• Special meeting attendance requests and reports per Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

County Board

The Portage County Board will review a resolution for general obligation promissory notes and an amended 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also consider contracts for architecture, engineering, and owner's representative services.

• Initial Resolution for General Obligation Promissory Notes not to exceed $8,520,000
• Amended Portage County 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan
• Town of Plover Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Ordinance Map Amendment for Portage Solar
• Contracts with Dewberry Architects Inc. and Tegra Group Inc.
• 2025 Budget Amendments and Transfers

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request for a special exception to the Private Sewage System Ordinance. The board will also discuss special meeting attendance procedures.

• Petition PET-2024-020: Request by John, Chester, & Caroline Eron to install holding tanks for shop buildings at 1310 Eron’s Ln, Junction City
• Discussion on special meeting attendance per Portage County Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will discuss a request to increase hours for a Community Nutrition Educator position and consider proposed updates to the Environmental Health License fee schedule. It will also vote on attendance at special meetings under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48 and approve related per diem expense reports. Additional agenda items include presentations, reports, and a review of the February 2025 vendor invoice list.

• Discussion of request to increase hours for a Community Nutrition Educator position
• Approval of proposed updates to the Environmental Health License fee schedule
• Approval of attendance at special meetings per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Approval of special meeting per diem expense reports (board‑appointed)
• Review of February 2025 vendor invoice list

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will review a vendor invoice list, approve minutes from the January 9, 2025 meeting, and discuss special meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. It will also interview and consider a recommendation for the Portage County Drainage District Commissioner position. The meeting concludes with scheduling the next session for April 10, 2025.

• Review Vendor Invoice List
• Approve minutes from January 9, 2025
• Discuss special meeting attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48) – approval for Miresse - Farmers of Mill Creek Annual Meeting 2/24/2025
• Interview & recommendation for Portage County Drainage District Commissioner (candidate Brion Hackbarth)
• Set next meeting date: April 10, 2025 at 5:00 PM

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The board will review and approve the February 12, 2025 meeting minutes and voucher requests. Commissioners will receive a director’s update on occupancy, income, expenses, and property status. The main agenda item is a discussion on the future of PC Housing LLC rental properties. A vote will be taken to enter closed session to consider personnel reclassification and policy updates.

• Review and approval of minutes of February 12, 2025
• Review and approval of vouchers
• Discussion/Possible Action: Future of PC Housing LLC rental property(ies)
• Roll call vote to enter closed session for personnel update, reclassification of housing manager, and administration policy update
• Discussion: Auditor’s required audit letter to the board – 2024

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board will review and possibly act on the 2025 airport marketing plan, material selections for the General Aviation terminal building, sponsor‑only funding for that terminal, and a permanent utility easement with Wisconsin Public Service. Staff will also present reports on air service, finances, operations, and a transient hangar project. The meeting includes a public comment period and a post‑adjournment tour of the new control tower.

• Review and possible action on Central Wisconsin Airport Marketing for 2025
• Review and possible action on GA Terminal Building material selections
• Review and possible action on sponsor‑only funding for the General Aviation Terminal Building
• Review and possible action on permanent utility easement with Wisconsin Public Service

Highway Committee

The Portage County Highway Committee will consider a multi‑year capital improvement program for the Highway Department. It will also review several 2025 bid categories, including culverts, hired trucks, road materials, and pavement milling. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and vendor invoice reports.

• Discussion and possible action on 2026‑2030 Highway Department Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 bids for culverts and culvert liners
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 bids for hired trucks and road building equipment
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 bids for road materials
• Discussion and possible action on 2025 bids for pavement milling and reclaiming

Finance Committee

The joint Space & Properties and Finance Committees will discuss and possibly act on three items. First, they will consider a request to approve attendance at special meetings under Ordinance 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. Second, they will review a resolution to approve and authorize a contract with Dewberry Architects Inc. for architecture and engineering services. Third, they will review a resolution to approve and authorize an updated contract with Tegra Group Inc. for owner's representative services.

• Approve attendance at special meetings per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Approve contract with Dewberry Architects Inc. for architecture and engineering services
• Approve updated contract with Tegra Group Inc. for owner's representative services

Finance Committee

The Portage County Finance Committee will discuss several resolutions, including authorizing up to $8,520,000 in General Obligation promissory notes and updating the County's Capital Improvement Plan. It will also consider donated funds for groundwater testing equipment, grant award amendments, and 2025 budget amendments and transfers.

• Resolution authorizing not to exceed $8,520,000 in General Obligation promissory notes
• Revision and enactment of Portage County Ordinance Section 3.8.2 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution approving donated funds for groundwater testing and equipment for the Planning and Zoning Department
• Grant award amendment for Health & Human Services – Children’s Community Options Program ($50,971)
• Resolution authorizing 2025 budget amendments and transfers

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will review the components and timeline for a new County Strategic Plan. Members will also consider revisions to the Code of Ordinances Section 3.1 and a new county logo.

• Review of County Strategic Plan rationale and timeline
• Proposed revisions to Code of Ordinances Section 3.1 regarding purpose and role provisions
• Discussion of a new Portage County logo
• Review of special meeting attendance and reports per Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48
• Reports from Corporation Counsel and County Clerk

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Portage County Commission on Aging and Aging and Disability Resource Center Board meets on March 6, 2025 at 4:00 PM (remote). The agenda includes routine reports on the January 2025 budget, vendor activity, newsletter, and nutrition council minutes. The board will discuss possible actions on special‑meeting attendance, a Medicaid update, and a budget amendment transfer. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Budget Revenue & Expense report for January 2025
• Vendor report for January 2025
• Discussion/Possible Action on Special Meeting Attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discussion – Medicaid update
• Discussion Possible Action – Budget amendment transfer

County Board

The committee will hear presentations from two firms regarding broker contracts for the sale of the Health Care Center. The body will also discuss special meeting attendance under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48.

• Presentation by Ray Giannini of Marcus & Millichap for Health Care Center sale broker contract
• Presentation by Bob Richards of Senior Care Realty for Health Care Center sale broker contract
• Discussion/Possible Action regarding Special Meeting Attendance (Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will discuss and possibly approve a contract with Per Mar Security & Research Corp. to provide security guard services at the Portage County Public Library. The committee will also consider attendance at special meetings under Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48, and review capital improvement projects requested for 2026‑2031. Additional items include a vendor invoice list and a director's report on facility issues.

• Vendor Invoice List dated 1‑31‑25
• Director's Report: unit heater failure at Holly Shoppe; health care center survey update; facilities management staffing
• Discussion on special meeting attendance (Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Contract approval for security guard services at the Portage County Public Library (Ordinance 3.7.11)
• Approval of capital improvement projects requested for 2026‑2031

Safe Streets and Roads for All

The Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Task Force will meet on March 4, 2025. The agenda includes approving the December 11, 2024 meeting minutes and receiving updates on demonstration activities, the bike/pedestrian plan, the FHWA, and the safety survey. The committee will also discuss research that will inform the task force’s safety action plan.

• Approve Meeting Minutes from December 11, 2024

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Portage County Land and Water Conservation Committee will review reports, approve the February 4, 2025 minutes, and consider two discussion/potential‑action items: directing Planning and Zoning Department staff to assist in developing an operation ordinance, and approving special‑meeting attendance under County Ordinances 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. Additional agenda items include a Future Solar Farms submission, a staffing update from the Planning and Zoning Director, and a well‑water quality report for the Village of Nelsonville. Public comment is permitted according to the public‑comment ordinance.

• Future Solar Farms – submission by Don Jochman (Item 1)
• Planning and Zoning Director – update on applications and vacant positions (Item 2)
• Discussion/Possible Action – direct Planning and Zoning staff to develop an operation ordinance (Item 16)
• Discussion/Possible Action – approve special‑meeting attendance under Ordinances 3.1.47 & 3.1.48 (Item 17)
• Approval of February 4, 2025 minutes (Item 14)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will review the acceptance of a Children's Community Options Program grant and a related budget amendment transfer. The meeting includes presentations on 2024 child and family services statistics and measles updates.

• Acceptance of Children's Community Options Program Grant
• Budget Amendment Transfer Request for Children's Community Options Program Grant
• Division of Child and Family Services Q4 2024 Statistics presentation
• Measles Updates presentation
• Approval of Special Meeting Per Diem expense reports

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The trustees will review and approve the January 23, 2025 minutes, financial statements, and bills for payment. Committee reports on legislative day, budget, and personnel will be presented. Trustees will vote on the 2025 holiday‑season board meeting dates (Nov 21 and Dec 19). A presentation on a municipal exemption from the county library tax will also be discussed.

• Approval of January 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation and approval of bills for payment
• Approval of 2025 board meeting dates during holiday season (Nov 21, Dec 19)
• Presentation: Municipal exemption from the county library tax
• Information sharing: SCLS Foundation special meeting at 1:30 p.m.

Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Portage County Transportation Coordinating Committee will meet to discuss mobility management funding and approve quarterly reports. The meeting will be held at 2700 Week Street in Stevens Point.

• Approval of December 2024 minutes
• Approval of Q4 85.21 Report
• Approval of Q4 OAA Transportation Report
• Mobility Management update and funding discussion
• Next meeting scheduled for May 22, 2025

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee will review activity reports from county public safety departments. The body will discuss 2024 annual reports for the Sheriff's Office and Medical Examiner. Members may take action on requests for out-of-state travel and special meeting attendance.

• Portage County Sheriff's Office 2024 Annual Report
• Portage County Medical Examiner 2024 Annual Report
• Approval for Out-of-State Travel
• Special Meeting Attendance requests per Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48
• Vendor invoice list reports for Sheriff, EMS, Medical Examiner, and District Attorney

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Planning and Zoning Committee will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 3.659 acres in the Town of Plover from agricultural to mixed use. The committee will also discuss approving donated funds for groundwater testing and equipment for the Planning & Zoning Department.

• Public hearing on rezoning 3.659 acres in Town of Plover
• Discussion on accepting donated funds for groundwater testing
• Approval of January 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion on special meeting attendance policy

Judicial/General Government Committee

The Judicial/General Government Committee will approve minutes from the December 30, 2024 meeting and discuss special meeting attendance under Ordinance 3.1.47 and 3.1.48. It will receive office and budget updates from the Clerk of Courts, Veterans Services, Family Court Commissioner, Justice Programs, and Register of Deeds. The committee will consider authorizing a contract with Fidlar for professional services and a related budget amendment for the Register of Deeds.

• Approval of minutes for the December 30, 2024 meeting
• Discussion/possible action on special meeting attendance (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Office and budget updates from Clerk of Courts, Veterans Services, Family Court Commissioner, Justice Programs, and Register of Deeds
• Authorizing and approving a contract with Fidlar for professional services
• Approving a budget amendment for professional services for the Register of Deeds

General

The Portage County Board of Supervisors may be present at the Friends of Mill Creek Watershed, Inc. annual meeting on Monday, February 24, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in Eau Pleine Town Hall, 3191 State Highway 34, Junction City, WI. No official county business will be considered or discussed at this event.

• Attendance at Friends of Mill Creek Watershed, Inc. annual meeting (no county business)

County Board

The Portage County Ad Hoc Committee will meet to discuss special meeting attendance rules and establish criteria for vetting potential buyers of the Portage County Health Care Center. The committee will also identify brokerages to invite for future presentations.

• Approval of February 4, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on special meeting attendance rules
• Criteria for vetting buyers of Portage County Health Care Center
• Criteria for evaluating brokerage presentations
• Identifying brokerages for future presentations

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board will review several items, including safety and security measures, the 2024 budget carryover request, and volunteer programs. They will also consider the library's annual report, hours of operation, and the date for the March board meeting. A special meeting attendance request under County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48 will be discussed.

• Discussion/Possible Action – PCPL Safety and Security
• Discussion/Possible Action – 2024 PCPL Budget Carryover Request
• Discussion/Possible Action – PCPL Volunteers
• Discussion Only – PCPL Hours of Operation
• Discussion/Possible Action – Special Meeting Attendance request and approval

County Board

The Portage County Board will confirm reappointments to various boards and approve agreements with Ayres Associates Inc. for geospatial services. The board will also consider a resolution endorsing Brightspeed's application for BEAD funding for broadband expansion.

• Reappointment of Bev Laska to Health and Human Services Board
• Reappointment of John Eron as Weed Commissioner
• Endorsement of Brightspeed's BEAD funding application
• Agreement with Ayres Associates Inc. for Lidar services
• Agreement with Ayres Associates Inc. for Digital Aerial Imagery

Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee

The Groundwater Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates to the County Groundwater Management Plan, specifically focusing on groundwater quantity and quality. The committee will also receive updates on 2024 water levels.

• Discussion and possible action on Groundwater Management Plan update regarding groundwater quantity
• Discussion and possible action on Groundwater Management Plan update regarding groundwater quality
• Update on 2024 Water Levels

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a petition for property at 1310 Eron’s Ln. The board will also discuss special meeting attendance reports and approvals.

• Petition PET-2024-020: Special Exception for home occupation (Ag Equipment Repair) at 1310 Eron’s Ln
• Petition PET-2024-020: Special Exception to install holding tanks for shop buildings per Private Sewage System Ordinance
• Discussion on special meeting attendance per Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48

Health and Human Services Board

The Portage County Health and Human Services Board will review and possibly approve a new process for purchasing services or items. It will also consider requests and approvals related to attendance at special meetings and the per‑diem expense policy for those meetings. The meeting includes routine reports, a presentation of Q4 2024 statistics, and approval of the February 3 minutes.

• Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Process for Purchasing a Service or Item
• Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of attendance and reports for special meetings (Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48)
• Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Special Meeting Per Diem – Expense Reports (Board‑Appointed)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will review reports on ski revenue, capital improvements, and the Lake Helen Fish Stick Project. The body will also consider turning an easement access from Country Road Y into a shared outlot with the county.

• Discussion of converting an easement access from Country Road Y to a shared outlot
• Update on 2024 Ski Revenue
• Update on Capital Improvements 2025-2031
• Update on Fish Stick Project at Lake Helen
• Presentation by Scott Wessel of Wisconsin Real Estate Co. LLC

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Portage County Housing Authority Board will review and approve vouchers and discuss several items related to PC Housing LLC rental properties, including maintenance expenses and the future of those properties. A resolution (25-01) on Rural Development performance standards certification will be considered for possible action. The board will also discuss the auditor’s 2024 engagement letter. A closed‑session vote on a personnel update is scheduled.

• Review & approval of vouchers
• Resolution 25-01: Rural Development – Performance Standards Certification
• Discussion of auditor’s engagement letter for 2024
• Discussion of expenses to maintain PC Housing LLC rental property(ies)
• Discussion/potential action on the future of PC Housing LLC rental property(ies)

Health Care Center Committee

The committee will review the Administrator's operational overview and 2024 financial and statistics reports, including patient day averages. Members will also discuss and potentially take action regarding special meeting attendance requests and reports.

• 2024 Patient Days Average report
• Financial and Statistics Report 2024
• January 2025 Vendor Invoice
• Discussion on special meeting attendance per Portage County Ordinance 3.1.47 & 3.1.48