Rock County public meetings in 2025

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will review lease amendments and pharmacy renovations for Genoa HealthCare LLC. Members will also discuss the potential sale of outlots at 1717 Center Ave and receive updates on capital projects and jail renovations.

• Approval of Genoa HealthCare LLC Lease Amendment
• Approval for Genoa Health to renovate pharmacy space
• Possible sale of outlots at 1717 Center Ave
• Proposal to suspend policy for conference/meeting room rental to outside agencies
• Law Enforcement Services/Jail Project Renovation schedule update

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will consider several approvals, including a lease amendment for Genoa HealthCare LLC and a renovation of its pharmacy space. The meeting also includes a quarterly budget review, updates on capital projects and the law‑enforcement jail renovation, and a motion to suspend the policy for renting conference rooms to outside agencies.

• Approval of Genoa HealthCare LLC Lease Amendment
• Approval for Genoa Health to renovate pharmacy space
• Quarterly budget review
• Capital projects and law‑enforcement jail renovation updates
• Approval to suspend policy for conference/meeting room rental to outside agencies

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education and Veterans Committee will approve routine items such as the agenda, prior meeting minutes, transfers, payments and resolutions. It will then discuss an update from the Veterans Services Office, including information on homeless veterans grant money. The committee will also consider the role of other counties in education, research the committee’s title, and receive a youth‑in‑governance update.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of October 15, October 23, and November 18, 2025 minutes
• Approval of transfers
• Review of November payments
• Discussion of homeless veterans grant money

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will meet to approve minutes, transfers, and payments, and to discuss amending a Rock County Board of Supervisors rule.

• Approval of 2025-11-17 meeting minutes draft
• Approval of transfers and payments
• Discussion on amending Rock County Board of Supervisors Rules of Procedure
• Airport Director's updates
• Public comments due by noon on Sunday, Dec 14

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will consider a proposed amendment to the county address ordinance, presented as a redline version. The meeting also includes a demonstration of an addressing hub and reviews of three land development applications (LD 2025 063, LD 2025 065, LD 2025 066). Additionally, the committee will discuss support for Senate Bill 556 and Assembly Bill 559, which provide utility aid payments for energy storage facilities.

• Review Proposed Address Ordinance Changes (Redline Version – No Action, PP. 7-16)
• Demonstration of Addressing Hub
• Review LD 2025 063 (La Prairie Township – Tatge, 1 lot, PP 17-21)
• Review LD 2025 065 (Harmony Township – Cusick, 2 lots, PP 22-25)
• Support Senate Bill 556/Assembly Bill 559 for utility aid to energy storage facilities

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider several procurement authorizations, including replacement infrastructure for an end-of-life HyperFlex system and equipment for a 2026 PC refresh. It will also review a five‑year contract renewal with Rhyme and a cost‑allocation services contract with Diversified Services Network, Inc. Additional items include a resolution recognizing David Tinker and discussions on disposing of county assets.

• Authorization to procure replacement infrastructure for end-of-life HyperFlex system
• Authorization to purchase equipment for 2026 PC refresh
• Authorization for Rhyme 5‑year contract renewal
• Authorization to procure SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) system
• Contracting with Diversified Services Network, Inc for cost allocation plan services

The committee adopted the agenda and approved the November 13, 2025 minutes. It approved general services fund transfers and per‑meeting allowances of $11,253.49. The committee approved several resolutions authorizing procurement of replacement infrastructure for the end‑of‑life HyperFlex system, equipment for the 2026 PC refresh, a five‑year contract renewal with Rhyme, and the purchase of a SIEM system. It also approved the donation of unclaimed toys, disposal of District Attorney laptops and an Emergency Management siren, and a contract with Diversified Services Network for cost‑allocation services.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved November 13, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved general services fund transfers (adopted)
• Approved per‑meeting allowances of $11,253.49 (adopted)
• Approved procurement of replacement infrastructure for end‑of‑life HyperFlex system (adopted)
• Approved purchase of equipment for 2026 PC refresh (adopted)
• Approved five‑year contract renewal with Rhyme (adopted)
• Approved donation of unclaimed toys (adopted)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors meeting on Thursday, December 11, 2025 will consist solely of a holiday reception. No governmental business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Holiday reception for Board members and guests

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on amending the Personnel Ordinance. The body is also deciding on 2026 base wage rates for non-law enforcement employees and reviewing various equipment and vehicle purchases.

• Public hearing on amending Chapter 18 of the Rock County Code of Ordinances (Personnel Ordinance)
• Resolution for approving 2026 Base Wage Rates for employees except represented law enforcement
• Purchase of Sheriff's Office patrol squads, fleet vehicles, and squad radio replacements
• Financing of the Lenco BearCat
• Awarding CTH D Peace Trail Connector Design Project

The supervisors voted 25‑1 to approve the 2026 Human Services Department provider contracts. They also adopted a resolution condemning political violence after a 19‑7 vote. The 2026 base wage rates for county employees were approved by acclamation, and the board entered executive session to discuss litigation strategy.

• Approved 2026 Human Services Department Provider Contracts (25‑1)
• Adopted Resolution condemning political violence (19‑7)
• Approved 2026 Base Wage Rates for all employees except represented law enforcement (acclamation)
• Authorized purchase of Rock County Specialized Transit Vehicle (Resolution No. R-2025-141)
• Authorized purchase of Axon Justice DEMS from Axon Enterprise, Inc. (Resolution No. R-2025-145)
• Authorized financing of the Lenco BearCat (Resolution No. R-2025-156)
• Approved Authorization for Rhyme 5‑Year Contract Renewal (Resolution No. R-2025-150)
• Moved into Executive Session for TDS Telecom litigation discussion (26‑0)

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will meet to discuss budget transfers and several equipment purchases for Rock Haven. The body will also review staffing payments and receive reports on census and revenue.

• Purchasing Drive Beds
• Purchasing Advance Floor Scrubbers
• Purchasing Span America Mattresses
• Purchasing 3 Tornado Microburst Scrubbers
• Resolution recognizing Minda Trappe for service to Rock Haven

The Health Services Committee adopted a resolution recognizing Minda Trappe for service (3‑0 vote). It approved the purchase of drive beds, four advance floor scrubbers, Span America mattresses, and three Tornado Microburst scrubbers, each with a 4‑0 vote. All motions were adopted unanimously among present members.

• Recognized Minda Trappe for service (adopted 3‑0)
• Approved purchase of drive beds (adopted 3‑0)
• Approved purchase of 4 advance floor scrubbers (adopted 4‑0)
• Approved purchase of Span America mattresses (adopted 4‑0)
• Approved purchase of 3 Tornado Microburst scrubbers (adopted 4‑0)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider the approval of 2026 service rates and provider contracts. The board will also review resolutions regarding a specialized transit vehicle and state grant funds.

• Approval of 2026 Human Services Department Provider Contracts
• Authorization for the purchase of a Rock County Specialized Transit Vehicle
• Acceptance of Wisconsin Department of Justice Treatment Alternatives and Diversion (TAD) Grant Funds
• Review and approval of 2026 Service Rates
• Resolution in support of state investment for Income Maintenance Administration

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Rock County Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will consider and vote on the November contracts for the county fairgrounds. The board will also review recent extension payments, hear a horticulture program report, and discuss filling the Positive Youth Educator position. Additional items include a Grandstands Project update and routine administrative business.

• Review of November payments – Division of Extension
• Program report by Julie Hill, Horticulture Educator
• Discussion and possible action on Positive Youth Educator vacancy
• Approval of November contracts – Fairgrounds
• Update on the Grandstands Project – Fairgrounds

The committee adopted the agenda and the November 10 minutes. It approved the November fairground contracts. Members decided to continue the Positive Youth Development position with adjusted responsibilities to support the Youth in Governance program. The next meeting was set for January 14, 2026.

• Adopted meeting agenda (motion by Ringhand, seconded by Schneider)
• Adopted November 10, 2025 committee minutes (motion by Ringhand, seconded by Schneider)
• Approved November fairground contracts (motion by Schneider, seconded by Ringhand)
• Decided to retain the Positive Youth Development position with revised duties
• Set next meeting date for January 14, 2026 at 7:15 pm
• Adjourned meeting by acclamation (motion by Schneider, seconded by Whitledge)

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee will approve the meeting agenda, minutes from October 28 and November 11, 2025, and the Parks Year‑End Report 2025. Highway business includes a resolution to award the CTH D Peace Trail Connector Design Project and discussions on an access‑control driveway permit for CTH N, a 2026 routine maintenance agreement with the State DOT, and the CTH J project. The committee will also review November 2025 payments before adjourning.

• Awarding CTH D Peace Trail Connector Design Project (resolution)
• Discussion of Issue Paper – Access Control Driveway Permit – CTH N
• Consideration of 2026 Routine Maintenance Agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation
• Discussion of CTH J Project
• Review of November 2025 Payments

The Public Works Committee adopted a resolution awarding a $131,000 design contract for the CTH D Peace Trail Connector. It also approved a new field entrance on CTH N despite ordinance distance requirements. Finally, the committee adopted the 2026 Routine Maintenance Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, a contract just over $4 million.

• Approved $131,000 CTH D Peace Trail Connector design contract (adopted)
• Approved new field entrance on CTH N (adopted)
• Approved 2026 Routine Maintenance Agreement (~$4 M) with WisDOT (adopted)
• Adopted agenda (adopted)
• Adopted minutes from Oct. 28 2025 and Nov. 11 2025 (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment at 9:39 a.m. (adopted)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The committee will review several resolutions for equipment and vehicle purchases for the Sheriff's Office. The body will also discuss transferring a decommissioned outdoor warning siren to the Evansville Fire Department.

• Purchase of Axon Justice DEMS from Axon Enterprise, Inc.
• Purchase of Sheriff's Office squad radio replacements
• Purchase of Sheriff's Office patrol squads and fleet vehicles
• Financing of the Lenco BearCat
• Restructuring of the Flock Safety Inc. contract

County Board Staff Committee

The committee will review and potentially approve 2026 base wage rates for employees not in represented law enforcement. The meeting includes reviews of November payments, personnel ordinance amendments, and administrative policy updates.

• Resolution approving 2026 base wage rates for non-represented law enforcement employees
• Amendment to Chapter 18 of the Rock County Code of Ordinances (Personnel Ordinance)
• Review of November payments
• Appointment to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Executive sessions regarding 2026 collective bargaining and TDS Telecom litigation

The County Board Staff Committee approved its agenda and the November 10 minutes. It adopted a resolution condemning political violence, approved the 2026 base wage rates for most employees, and amended the personnel ordinance. The committee postponed the ethical‑conduct policy and the administrative policy manual, and approved an appointment to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.

• Approved agenda (motion by Mawhinney, second by Wilson)
• Approved November 10 minutes (motion by Tillman, second by Brien)
• Adopted resolution condemning political violence (motion by Peer, second by Wilson)
• Adopted resolution approving 2026 base wage rates (motion by Tillman, second by Wilson)
• Adopted amendment to Chapter 18 personnel ordinance (motion by Mawhinney, second by Peer)
• Postponed ethical conduct policy indefinitely (motion by Mawhinney, second by Tillman)
• Postponed administrative policy manual update to June 2026 (motion by Gorman, second by Mawhinney)
• Approved appointment to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (motion by Gorman, second by Wilson)

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will hold a hybrid meeting on December 3, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting, and a membership update. The board will also receive possible updates on the SE Wisconsin Housing Summit and a proposed project at 1901 Wisconsin Street. Public comments may be submitted by email before the meeting.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting
• Housing Authority membership update
• Possible update regarding SE Wisconsin Housing Summit
• Possible update regarding proposed project at 1901 Wisconsin St

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will meet to review administrative payments and transfers. The board is scheduled to review and approve the 2026-2028 Rock County Public Health Strategic Plan.

• Adoption of the 2026-2028 Rock County Public Health Strategic Plan
• Review of Administrative Division payments
• Approval of Administrative Division transfers
• Public Health Department Director's Report
• Lab Overview & Update

The Board approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting. It unanimously adopted the 2026‑2028 Rock County Public Health Strategic Plan. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopt agenda – approved unanimously
• Approve November 5, 2025 minutes – approved unanimously
• Adopt 2026‑2028 Public Health Strategic Plan – approved unanimously
• Adjourn meeting – approved unanimously

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will consider a 2026-2030 service agreement with Yahara WINS for Adaptive Management Implementation. Members will also vote on cost share agreements for waterway and erosion control projects and discuss updating the county ordinance to include NR 151 agricultural standards.

• Approval of 2026-2030 Service Agreement with Yahara WINS
• Cost share agreement for Mike Farrington (CRP Waterway Erosion Control Blanket)
• Cost share agreement for Claire Rozran/Matt Rehburg (Waterway, Tile, Erosion Control Blanket)
• Cost share agreement for Eric Komprood (Waterway and Erosion Control Blanket)
• Discussion on updating County Ordinance to include NR 151 Ag Performance Standards and Prohibitions

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will consider approving a purchase of a mortuary lift. It will also approve transfers exceeding $10,000 for the Health Care Center, the jail, and the Medical Examiners capital project. Updates on the schedules for the Medical Examiners garage renovation and the Law Enforcement Services jail project will be discussed.

• Approve purchase of a mortuary lift
• Approve Health Care Center transfer over $10,000
• Approve Jail transfer over $10,000
• Approve Medical Examiners capital transfer over $10,000
• Schedule updates for Medical Examiners garage renovation and Law Enforcement Services jail projects

The General Services Committee adopted its agenda and the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. It approved three transfers exceeding $10,000 for the Health Care Center, the jail, and the Medical Examiners Capital. The committee also approved the purchase of a mortuary lift, noting the approval is contingent on the Finance Committee’s approval of the related transfer. The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 AM.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved Health Care Center transfer over $10,000 (adopted)
• Approved Jail transfer over $10,000 (adopted)
• Approved Medical Examiners Capital transfer over $10,000 (adopted)
• Approved purchase of mortuary lift (contingent on Finance Committee) (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment motion

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will discuss applying to the National CJCC Network. The body will also receive updates from seven different workgroups and discuss law enforcement concerns.

• Support for Application to National CJCC Network
• Updates from EBDM Pretrial and Risk Assessment, Risk Reduction Interventions, and Behavioral Health Information Sharing workgroups
• Updates from Equity, Domestic Violence, and Education & Outreach workgroups
• Discussion regarding Law Enforcement Concerns
• Consideration of future areas for CJCC focus and action

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council approved the meeting agenda and the September 18 minutes. Members voted to support Rock County's application to the National CJCC Network. Chair Perry volunteered to serve on the Education & Outreach Workgroup. The meeting was adjourned at 3:36 p.m.

• Agenda approved (adopted)
• September 18 minutes approved (adopted)
• Support for application to National CJCC Network adopted
• Chair Perry volunteered to join Education & Outreach Workgroup
• Meeting adjourned (adopted)

ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee

The ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee will meet to review staff statistics and program updates. The body will discuss old business regarding the Janesville Dining Site and Senior Farmers' Market Vouchers, and consider a new item regarding a Volunteer Recognition Luncheon.

• Janesville Dining Site
• Senior Farmers' Market Vouchers
• Volunteer Recognition Luncheon
• Reports from Aramark and Nutrition & Health Associates

The ADRC Nutrition Advisory Committee approved the November 19 agenda and the September 17 minutes. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion approved)
• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (motion approved)
• Adjourned meeting (motion approved)

ADRC Advisory Committee

The Rock County Aging and Disability Resource Center Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss budget program expenses, and receive updates on aging and advocacy initiatives.

• Approval of September 17, 2025 minutes
• Review of Aging Plan Updates and advocacy
• Budget discussion for Program Expenses
• Update on the Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center
• ADRC Specialist and Aging Unit updates

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will discuss schedule updates for two county projects. The body will also review payments from October 2025.

• Law Enforcement Services Jail Project schedule updates
• Medical Examiners Garage Renovation Project schedule updates
• Review of October 2025 payments

The General Services Committee approved the agenda as presented and adopted the October 21, 2025 minutes. No other formal actions were taken; members discussed updates on the Law Enforcement Services Jail and Medical Examiner garage projects and considered scheduling a joint meeting on December 8. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 a.m.

• Approved agenda (motion adopted)
• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (motion adopted)
• Adopted adjournment (motion adopted)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Rock County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to discuss routine agenda items, including approval of the September 16, 2025 minutes and a review of the county's Strategic Plan. Subcommittee business will cover the Offsite Battery and Removal Plan and a review of the 2025-2026 LEPC Bylaw. The meeting will also include updates from the County HazMat Team and the contracted EPCRA service.

• Approval of September 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of Rock County's Strategic Plan
• Offsite Battery and Removal Plan review and approval
• 2025-2026 LEPC Bylaw review and approval
• Updates from County HazMat Team and EPCRA service

Education & Veterans Committee

The committee will discuss the 2026 budget results for the Veterans Services Office. Members will also review the role of other counties in education and the current title of the committee.

• Veterans Services Office 2026 Budget Results
• Discussion on the role of other counties in education
• Research on the committee's name
• Youth in Governance update
• Review of October payments

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will meet to approve minutes, review payments, and discuss establishing 2026 lease rates and T-hangar rental rates. The board will also consider an alcohol permit for a local diner and an assignment of property.

• Approval of 2025-10-20 meeting minutes
• Review of payments and transfers
• Alcohol permit for Bessie's Diner
• Assignment between Burlington Development Group and Pillman Properties
• Establish 2026 Lease Rates and T-Hangar Rental Rates

The Airport Board approved the 2026 land‑lease and T‑hangar rental rates, increasing most rates by 2.4% based on CPI. The board also approved an alcohol permit for Geronimo Hospitality DBA Bessie's Diner and approved the assignment and assumption agreement for a hangar lease between Burlington Development Group, Inc. and Pillman Properties LLC.

• Approved 2026 lease and T‑hangar rental rates (motion carried)
• Approved Alcohol Permit for Geronimo Hospitality DBA Bessie's Diner (Mr. Fox abstained)
• Approved Assignment & Assumption between Burlington Development Group, Inc. and Pillman Properties LLC (Mr. Pillman and Mr. Meisner abstained)

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Coordinating Committee will review the recap of the 2025 Transportation Summit. It will consider Department of Transportation grant items labeled 5310, 85.21, and other categories. The meeting also includes a review of the completed Rock County Public Transit/Human Services Transportation Plan. Public comments are accepted until noon on November 13, 2025.

• Summit Recap – discussion of the 2025 Transportation Summit outcomes
• DOT Grants – item 5310
• DOT Grants – item 85.21
• DOT Grants – other grant items
• Review of Rock County Public Transit/Human Services Transportation Plan (completed)

The Transportation Coordinating Committee approved its agenda and the September 19, 2025 minutes. It voted to submit the DOT grant application 85.21. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion by Dave Lowe, seconded by John Delaney)
• Approved September 19, 2025 minutes (motion by Patty Hansberry, seconded by John Delaney)
• Approved submission of DOT grant 85.21 (motion by Dave Lowe, seconded by John Delany)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:29 a.m. (motion by Patty Hansberry, seconded by John Delany)

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will review several land division requests in Porter, Milton, and Plymouth Townships. An action item will consider a Memorandum of Agreement with the Town of Newark for land division and development activities. The committee will also discuss reporting and repayment of CDBG revolving loan funds to the State and consider extending the authorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development.

• Review possible action on LD 2025 061 (Porter Township) – Radloff (2 lots)
• Review possible action on LD 2025 064 (Milton Township) – Croch (3 lots)
• Action Item: Memorandum of Agreement with Town of Newark for land division and development activities
• Review and possible action on reporting and repayment of CDBG revolving loan funds to the State
• Extending authorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider and possibly approve several financial actions, including accepting a public health grant and amending the 2026 health budget, authorizing replacement of an end‑of‑life HyperFlex system, and deciding on a managed telephony contract. The meeting also includes routine approvals of agenda items, minutes, transfers, payments, and per‑meeting allowances.

• Approve acceptance of public health infrastructure grant funds and amend the 2026 Rock County Public Health Department budget
• Authorize procurement of replacement infrastructure for the end‑of‑life HyperFlex system
• Authorize award of the managed telephony contract to IP Communications
• Discuss possible action on temporary staffing services
• Review and approve payments over $10,000

The Finance Committee adopted several resolutions, including a public‑health infrastructure grant and an amendment to the 2026 Rock County Health Department budget. It also approved per‑meeting allowances of $19,194.89, authorized a managed telephony contract with IP Communications, and approved contracting temporary staffing services with Truity Partners. Agenda and prior meeting minutes were approved without dissent.

• Approved per‑meeting allowances of $19,194.89 (adopted)
• Approved acceptance of public‑health infrastructure grant funds and amendment to the 2026 health department budget (adopted)
• Authorized award of managed telephony contract to IP Communications (adopted)
• Approved contracting temporary staffing services with Truity Partners (adopted)
• Approved agenda as presented (adopted)
• Approved October 23, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved October 30, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved November 6, 2025 minutes (adopted)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will consider several agenda items, including awarding a contract for jail and correctional supplies. It will also accept a $20,000 donation from the Badger Chordhawks Chorus for the Veterans Donation Trust, approve public‑health grant funds with a budget amendment for 2026, and extend the groundwater nitrate study deadline to 2030. The agenda includes adoption of the 2026 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space Plan.

• Accept donation of $20,000 from Badger Chordhawks Chorus for the Rock County Veterans Donation Trust
• Extend deadline for the groundwater nitrate study workgroup to 2030
• Accept public health infrastructure grant funds and amend the 2026 Rock County Public Health Department budget
• Award bid for jail and correctional supplies at the Rock County Jail
• Adopt the Rock County 2026 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space Plan

The Rock County Board voted 16‑10 to extend the authorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development. It also adopted resolutions to accept a $20,000 donation for the Veterans Donation Trust, extend the groundwater nitrate study deadline to 2030, approve public‑health grant funds and a budget amendment, award a jail supplies bid, amend the Magnolia Therapy contract, adopt the 2026 Parks plan, and authorize a medical‑director contract for Rock Haven Nursing Home.

• Extended authorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development (16‑10)
• Accepted $20,000 donation from Badger Chordhawks Chorus for Veterans Donation Trust (adopted by acclamation)
• Extended deadline for groundwater nitrate study to 2030 (adopted by acclamation)
• Approved public health infrastructure grant funds and 2026 health department budget amendment (adopted by acclamation)
• Awarded bid for jail and correctional supplies at Rock County Jail (adopted by acclamation)
• Amended 2025 Magnolia Therapy & Mentoring contract for CCS services (adopted by acclamation)
• Adopted Rock County 2026 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space Plan (adopted by acclamation)
• Authorized professional services contract with Dr. Suhail Shaikh for medical director services at Rock Haven Nursing Home (adopted by acclamation)

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will consider several agenda items, including budget transfers and recognitions of community members. The committee will vote on authorizing a professional services contract with Dr. Suhail Shaikh to serve as Medical Director for Rock Haven Nursing Home. Additional items include a review of payments, staffing reports, and informational updates from the Resident Council and Improvement Committee.

• Authorize professional services contract with Dr. Suhail Shaikh for Medical Director Services at Rock Haven Nursing Home
• Recognize Jeff Bleiler for service to Rock Haven
• Recognize Sue Boe for service to Rock Haven
• Budget transfers (no dollar amount specified)
• Review of payments – Committee Review Report

The Health Services Committee approved a professional services contract with Dr. Suhail Shaikh to serve as medical director for Rock Haven Nursing Home. It also adopted resolutions recognizing Jeff Bleiler and Sue Boe for their service to Rock Haven. The agenda and the October 8 minutes were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved resolution recognizing Jeff Bleiler for service to Rock Haven (vote 5-0)
• Approved resolution recognizing Sue Boe for service to Rock Haven (vote 5-0)
• Authorized professional services contract with Dr. Suhail Shaikh for medical director services at Rock Haven Nursing Home (vote 5-0)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and resolutions, including an amendment to the Magnolia Therapy & Mentoring contract. The board will also receive reports on human trafficking prevention and the impact of a federal shutdown.

• Approval of HSD Contracts
• Resolution to amend the 2025 Magnolia Therapy & Mentoring Contract for CCS Services
• Review of October 2025 HSD Bills
• Report on Human Trafficking Prevention efforts
• Update on Impact of Federal Shutdown

The Human Services Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It also approved all pending contracts and voted to amend the 2025 Magnolia Therapy & Mentoring contract, raising the amount from $300,000 to $1,200,000. Resolutions recognizing Deputy Directors Tera O’Connor and Greg Winkler were adopted, and the board adjourned unanimously.

• Agenda approved by unanimous voice vote
• Minutes of Oct. 22, 2025 approved by unanimous voice vote
• Pending contracts approved by unanimous voice vote
• Magnolia Therapy & Mentoring contract increased to $1,200,000 (unanimous voice vote)
• Resolution recognizing Tera O’Connor approved by unanimous voice vote
• Resolution recognizing Greg Winkler approved by unanimous voice vote
• Adjournment motion passed unanimously

General

The Rock County Board will consider and adopt the recommended 2026 annual budget, including setting the tax levy and tax rate for 2025. The Finance Committee will finalize the tax resolution after the budget is adopted. Additional items include supplementary appropriations and cancellation of old checks.

• Consideration and adoption of the recommended 2026 annual county budget
• Setting the tax levy and tax rate for 2025 (resolution to follow budget adoption)
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes
• Cancellation of checks over two years old

The Board adopted the recommended 2026 County budget, incorporating several amendments that shift funds for public safety, veterans services, infrastructure, and debt reduction. Key amendments included postponing the Siren System Upgrade, allocating $2.2 million for highway projects, and removing the Health Care Center Abatement project. The Board also approved a tax‑levy resolution and a resolution to cancel checks over two years old.

• Amendment 1 – purchase digital evidence software, laptops and scanners for the District Attorney’s office – approved by acclamation
• Amendment 2 – add .4 FTE to the Veterans Office ($19,530) – approved by acclamation
• Amendment 5 – postpone Siren System Upgrade ($531,000) and redirect sales tax to lower debt service levy – vote 19‑10
• Amendment 6 – use $2.2 M from Health Insurance fund for highway projects CTH O and CTH M, reducing 2026 debt issuance – vote 19‑10
• Amendment 7 – postpone Sportsman Park Shelter construction ($700,000), reducing 2026 debt issuance – vote 19‑10
• Amendment 10 – remove Health Care Center Abatement project and use sales tax to reduce debt service levy – vote 17‑12
• Amendment 13 – reallocate funds for Facilities Assistant Director, Facilities Executive Assistant and Float Maintenance Assistant – vote 19‑10
• Overall 2026 budget as amended – approved – vote 27‑2

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee meeting on November 12, 2025 will consider and vote on the county’s tax levy and tax rate for 2025. Residents may submit public comments by noon on the same day via email. The committee will also handle routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and adjournment.

• Setting the Tax Levy and Tax Rate for 2025
• Public comment submission deadline: noon, November 12, 2025

The committee approved the meeting agenda. It adopted the 2025 tax levy and tax rate. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda
• Adopted 2025 tax levy and tax rate
• Approved adjournment

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider and vote on the adoption of the Rock County 2026 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space Plan. The meeting also includes discussions on the highway budget versus actual spending, equipment purchases, project updates, and a review of October 2025 payments. Public comments are accepted until noon on November 10, 2025.

• Adopt Rock County 2026 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space Plan
• Discuss budget-to-actual report for highway expenditures
• Review quarterly equipment purchases for highway department
• Provide project update for highway initiatives
• Review October 2025 payments

The Public Works Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. It then adopted the Rock County 2026 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space Plan. The meeting was adjourned at 8:36 a.m., and the next combined Parks/Highway meeting was set for December 9, 2025.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved October 14, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adopted 2026 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space Plan
• Adjourned meeting at 8:36 a.m.

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Rock County Public Safety & Justice Committee will consider several routine items, including approving minutes and transfers. It will vote on resolutions to recognize Cassie Kjendlie and to award the bid for jail and correctional supplies. The committee will also discuss a request to contract for bracelet monitoring and equipment services. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Resolution to recognize Cassie Kjendlie
• Awarding bid for jail and correctional supplies at the Rock County Jail
• Request to contract for bracelet monitoring and equipment services
• Review of October payments
• Approval of transfers

The Public Safety & Justice Committee approved the agenda and the October 21, 2025 minutes. It also approved a resolution recognizing Cassie Kjendlie, the award of a bid for jail and correctional supplies at the Rock County Jail, and a request to contract for bracelet monitoring and equipment services. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved October 21, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved resolution recognizing Cassie Kjendlie (carries)
• Approved awarding bid for jail and correctional supplies at the Rock County Jail (carries)
• Approved request to contract for bracelet monitoring and equipment services (carries)

County Board Staff Committee

The committee will review updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual and consider appointments to the Housing Authority and the Prairie Lakes Library System. The meeting also includes the review of October payments and several recognition resolutions.

• Updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual
• Appointments to the Housing Authority
• Appointments to the Prairie Lakes Library System
• Resolution on Ethical Conduct and Civic Virtue in Rock County Public Service
• Review of October payments

The Rock County Board Staff Committee approved its agenda and the October 20, 2025 minutes. It adopted several recognition resolutions, postponed an ethics resolution to Dec. 8, approved updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual, and voted to appoint new members to the Housing Authority and the Prairie Lakes Library System.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved October 20, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adopted recognition resolutions for Cassie Kjendlie, Jeff Bleiler, Sue Boe, Tera O'Connor, and Greg Winkler
• Postponed Ethical Conduct and Civic Virtue resolution to Dec 8, 2025 (adopted)
• Approved updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual (adopted)
• Appointed Katie Udell and Supervisor Bill Wilson to the Housing Authority (by ballot)
• Approved appointments to the Prairie Lakes Library System (adopted)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will review monthly financial reports and rental contracts. The body will discuss and potentially take action on the 2026 Extension/Rock County Contract and a Positive Youth Educator vacancy.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2026 Extension/Rock County Contract
• Discussion and possible action on Positive Youth Educator vacancy
• Approval of October Rental Contracts for Fairgrounds
• Proposed rental fee waivers for Livestock Breeders Association, Project 16:49, FFA, and Rock County Holstein Breeders

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee approved the 2026 Extension/Rock County contract, conditional on the 2026 Rock County budget approval. It also approved the October fairground rental contracts and waived rental fees for four organizations. The committee set the next meeting for December 10, 2025.

• Approved 2026 Extension/Rock County Contract, contingent on 2026 budget approval
• Approved October fairground rental contracts
• Approved waiver of rental fee for Livestock Breeders Association
• Approved waiver of rental fee for Project 16:49
• Approved waiver of rental fee for FFA
• Approved waiver of rental fee for Rock County Holstein Breeders

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will handle routine administrative actions, including certifying the public notice, approving the agenda and the draft minutes from the October 10, 2025 meeting, and reviewing the financial report and operational updates from WSOR and WisDOT. Commissioners will discuss a possible amendment to the Market Street Offers to Use and consider a temporary access permit for buckthorn removal at 135 Village View Ct in Oregon. The meeting will also present the 2026 WRRTC meeting calendar and address any pending permits or licenses.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of draft October 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion and possible action to amend the Market Street Offers to Use
• Discussion and possible action on a temporary access permit for buckthorn removal at 135 Village View Ct, Oregon
• Presentation of the 2026 WRRTC meeting calendar

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider cancelling checks older than two years and will review, discuss, and possibly act on appeals related to the 2026 budget. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Cancellation of checks over two years old
• Review, discussion, and possible action regarding 2026 budget appeals
• Public comment submission deadline (noon, November 6, 2025)
• Setting next meeting date and time

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and a resolution to cancel checks older than two years. It approved Budget Appeal 1 and several other appeals while rejecting the remaining budget appeals. The next finance committee meeting is set for November 12 at 6:15 p.m., with the regular board meeting on November 13.

• Approved agenda (moved by Schwarz, second by Wilson)
• Adopted cancellation of checks over two years old (moved by Wilson, second by Ringhand)
• Approved Budget Appeal 1 (adopted by roll call vote)
• Approved Budget Appeal 3 (adopted by roll call vote)
• Approved Budget Appeal 4 (adopted by roll call vote)
• Approved Budget Appeal 5 (adopted by roll call vote)
• Approved Budget Appeal 8 (adopted by roll call vote)
• Approved Budget Appeal 10 (adopted by roll call vote)

Veterans Service Commission

The Rock County Veterans Service Commission will meet to approve its agenda and minutes, review bills that have been paid, discuss items for future agendas, and set the date for the next meeting. No substantive policy or budget decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes
• Review bills paid
• Items for future agendas
• Set next meeting date

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee will meet on November 5, 2025 to consider several agenda items. The committee will review the County Board’s resolution to authorize an ongoing youth governance program and discuss the program calendar, 2026‑2027 recruitment process, recruitment materials, and a January field trip to the Wisconsin Capitol. Public comments must be submitted by noon on the meeting day. The meeting is hybrid, held at the UW Extension Conference Room and via Zoom.

• Review of Resolution for the Establishment of an Ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance Program
• Review and possible action on revising the Youth in Governance calendar
• Review and possible action on the 2026‑2027 Youth in Governance recruitment process
• Review and possible action on the 2026‑2027 Youth in Governance recruitment materials
• Discussion and possible action on a January field trip to the Wisconsin Capitol

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and the October 1 minutes. It approved a tentative orientation for the Youth in Governance program on May 9 or May 16, 2026, and approved moving forward with an electronic application form. The next meeting was scheduled for December 3, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned by acclamation.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved October 1, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved tentative orientation date for May 9 or May 16, 2026 (adopted)
• Approved preparation of electronic application form (adopted)
• Set next meeting for Dec 3, 2025 at 4:30 pm (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:15 pm by acclamation

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will review the 2026-2028 Strategic Plan and the Public Health Department report. The board will consider resolutions regarding infrastructure grant funds and opioid settlement grants for youth prevention.

• 2026-2028 Strategic Plan Presentation
• Accepting Public Health Infrastructure Grant Funds and amending the 2026 budget
• Extending the deadline for the High Nitrates Levels in Rock County’s Groundwater workgroup to 2030
• Awarding Opioid Settlement Funds for Youth Prevention Grants

The Board accepted public health infrastructure grant funds and amended the 2026 Rock County Public Health Budget. It extended the deadline for the workgroup studying high nitrate levels in groundwater to 2030. It also approved the use of opioid settlement funds for youth prevention grants. All motions passed with all members present voting in favor.

• Accepted public health infrastructure grant funds and amended 2026 budget (all members present voted in favor)
• Extended deadline for groundwater nitrate study workgroup to 2030 (all members present voted in favor)
• Awarded opioid settlement funds for youth prevention grants (all members present voted in favor)

Land Conservation Committee

The Land Conservation Committee will vote on extending the deadline for the Groundwater Nitrate Workgroup and approving a cooperative agreement with the Rock River Coalition. The body will also review cost share agreements and a project contract in Porter Township.

• Proposal to extend the Groundwater Nitrate Workgroup study deadline to 2030
• Cooperative Agreement with Rock River Coalition for 2026 Lake Monitoring & Protection Network Grant
• Possible approval of Myhre Project Contract WINS 1.26 in Porter Township
• Cost Share Agreements for Morton Nutrient Management Plan Contracts covering 572.6 acres

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will hear a presentation on the WLGCC Playbooks. It will discuss how the County might regulate or incentivize data centers. The committee will also consider a Trees Forever and Alliant Energy grant application for the Harmony Elementary Tree Planting Project. Routine items such as agenda approval, minutes approval, and scheduling the next meeting are also on the agenda.

• Presentation on the WLGCC Playbooks by Allison Carlson
• Discussion on the County's role in regulating or incentivizing data centers
• Trees Forever & Alliant Energy Grant Application – Harmony Elementary Tree Planting Project (Paul King)

The Environmental Management System Committee approved the agenda as presented and adopted the October 7, 2025 minutes. No substantive actions or funding decisions were made. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review and approve resolutions. The primary item for consideration is a resolution pledging support for a Rock County application to the State of Wisconsin Grants for Local Projects Program.

• Resolution pledging support for the Rock County application to the State of Wisconsin Grants for Local Projects Program

The committee approved its agenda and made wording changes to a grant‑application resolution by unanimous consent. Two tie‑vote motions to increase solar project funding and to remove the parks shelter and solar project both failed. The resolution was then amended to apply only for the grandstands and adopted with one dissenting vote, and the main motion as amended was adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 6:02 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Amended resolution wording by unanimous consent
• Motion to increase solar project to $1.5 M failed (2‑2 tie)
• Motion to remove parks shelter and solar project failed (2‑2 tie)
• Amended resolution to apply only for grandstands adopted (1 NAY)
• Main motion as amended adopted
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will hear public comments on the recommended budget for 2026. After the hearing, the board will consider a resolution to support the county’s application for the State of Wisconsin Grants for Local Projects program. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order and adoption of the agenda.

• Public hearing on the 2026 recommended budget
• Resolution pledging support for the Rock County application to the State of Wisconsin Grants for Local Projects Program

The Rock County Board adopted a resolution to award opioid settlement funds for basic needs programs. It also approved the establishment of an ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance Program. The board appointed three new members to the Board of Adjustment and recognized two county employees. Items related to a donation and a youth program were removed from the consent agenda.

• Approved award of opioid settlement funds for basic needs funding (Resolution R-2025-116) adopted by acclamation
• Established ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance Program (Resolution R-2025-120) adopted by acclamation (2 No votes)
• Appointed Jason Heidenreich, Mike Saunders, and Dave Diestler to the Board of Adjustment
• Recognized Amanda Suarez (Resolution R-2025-119) adopted by acclamation
• Recognized Laurie Fischer (Resolution R-2025-110) adopted by acclamation
• Removed item E.3 (Badger Chordhawks Chorus donation) from consent agenda
• Removed item 4.E.2 (Youth in Governance Program) from consent agenda at request of Supervisor Schwarz
• Introduced resolution condemning political violence (no vote recorded)

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee will discuss several highway matters, including ATV/UTV route applications and design amendments. A key item is the review of the recommended budget for 2026. The meeting also includes updates on intergovernmental agreements and the Adopt‑A‑Highway program.

• Discussion and possible action – ATV Route Application(s) – Town of Porter
• Discussion and possible action – Future Review Schedule of ATV/UTV Routes
• Discussion and possible action – CTH H Design Amendment
• Discussion and possible action – Intergovernmental Agreement with City of Beloit and Town of Beloit
• Discussion and possible action – Review of 2026 Recommended Budget

The committee adopted the application to designate County Trunk Highway M as an ATV route. It also adopted a new schedule to review all ATV/UTV route requests annually, with applications due by December 1 of the prior year. The committee approved a design amendment for County Trunk Highway H that adds $44,500 to the design cost but yields an overall estimated savings of about $52,000. An intergovernmental agreement with the City of Beloit and Town of Beloit was approved, shifting design funding to the county at a maximum cost of $46,000 and reserving $14,000 for construction.

• Approved CTH M as an ATV route (motion adopted)
• Adopted annual review schedule for ATV/UTV routes (motion adopted)
• Approved CTH H design amendment adding $44,500 cost (motion adopted)
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Beloit and Town of Beloit, design cost $46,000 (motion adopted)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:07 a.m. (motion adopted)

Groundwater Nitrate Work Group

The Rock County Groundwater Nitrate Work Group will discuss a proposed resolution to extend the work group’s mandate. Updates will be given on UW extension projects, county well sampling, the groundwater use report, and the producer‑led watershed group. Public comments are accepted until 7:30 a.m. on the meeting day.

• Discussion of proposed resolution to extend the work group
• Update on UW Extension projects and programs
• County farm area well sampling update
• Rock County Groundwater Use Report presentation
• Producer‑led Watershed Group update

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will review and potentially take action on four land division requests in Newark and Magnolia Townships. The meeting also includes a decision on emergency CDBG program waiver requests and an information item regarding the Rock County LNG Project.

• LD 2025 056 (Newark Township) – Popp (1 Lot)
• LD 2025 057 (Magnolia Township) – Earleywine (1 Lot)
• LD 2025 058 (Magnolia Township) – Trustem (1 Lot)
• LD 2025 059 (Newark Township) – Neal (2 Lots)
• CDBG Program Waiver Requests for Emergency Projects

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance & Public Works Committee meets on October 23, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, citizen participation, and approval of the October 16, 2025 minutes. The primary substantive item is a review, discussion, and possible action on the Highway Fund Balance. Public comments must be submitted by noon on the meeting day.

• Review, discussion, and possible action regarding the Highway Fund Balance
• Citizen Participation, Communications and Announcements
• Approval of October 16, 2025 Minutes
• Director/Staff Reports
• Next meeting date and time

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review and discuss the County Administrator's recommended budget for 2026. The meeting includes a review of both the Finance Committee and full budget recommendations.

• Review of the 2026 County Administrator's Recommended Budget - Finance Committee
• Review of the 2026 County Administrator's Recommended Budget - Full Budget
• Resolution recognizing Laurie Fischer

The committee adopted the meeting agenda as presented. It approved the October 9, 2025 minutes. A resolution recognizing Laurie Fischer was adopted. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (adopted)
• Approved October 9, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Laurie Fischer (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Education & Veterans Committee

The Rock County Education and Veterans Committee will meet on October 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM. The committee will consider and approve a resolution to acknowledge and accept a $20,000 donation from the Badger Chordhawks Chorus for the Rock County Veterans Donation Trust. The agenda also includes standard items such as call to order, approval of the agenda, citizen participation announcements, and setting the next meeting date.

• Accept $20,000 donation from Badger Chordhawks Chorus for the Veterans Donation Trust
• Citizen participation, communications and announcements
• Review and approval of resolutions (including the donation)
• Next meeting date and time
• Call to Order and Approve Agenda

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider supplementary appropriations and budget changes. The meeting includes decisions on opioid settlement funds for basic needs and the establishment of a Youth in Governance program.

• Award of Opioid Settlement Funds for Basic Needs Funding
• Acceptance of $20,000 donation from Badger Chordhawks Chorus for Rock County Veterans Donation Trust
• Establishment of an ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance Program
• Rock County Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space (POROS) Plan report
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes

The Rock County Board adopted a resolution to award opioid settlement funds for basic‑needs programs. It also appointed three members to the Board of Adjustment and recognized two county employees. The Youth in Governance program was established, and the consent agenda was approved after two items were removed.

• Approved Opioid Settlement Funds for Basic Needs Funding (Resolution No. R-2025-116, adopted)
• Appointed Jason Heidenreich, Mike Saunders, and Dave Diestler to the Board of Adjustment (adopted)
• Recognized Amanda Suarez (Resolution No. R-2025-119, adopted)
• Recognized Laurie Fischer (Resolution No. R-2025-110, adopted by acclamation)
• Established Ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance Program (Resolution No. R-2025-120, adopted by acclamation; two no votes)
• Removed donation item E.3 and youth program item 4.E.2 from consent agenda (consent agenda approved by acclamation)
• Adjourned meeting to Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. (approved by acclamation)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet to approve minutes, contracts, and resolutions, and to review the proposed 2026 budget. The board will also discuss the impact of federal budget changes and a potential federal shutdown.

• Approval of 2025-10-08 HS Board Minutes
• Approval of Contracts
• Recognizing Amanda Suarez
• Review and discussion of 2026 proposed Human Services Department budget
• Update regarding impact of Federal Budget changes (HR 1)

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting. A resolution honoring Amanda Suarez for ten years of service was also unanimously approved. The board confirmed that the 2026 Human Services Department budget will proceed as proposed. No contracts were approved at this meeting.

• Agenda approved by unanimous voice vote
• Minutes of Oct 8, 2025 approved by unanimous voice vote
• Resolution recognizing Amanda Suarez approved by unanimous voice vote
• 2026 Human Services Department budget will continue as proposed
• No contracts approved
• Meeting adjourned by unanimous voice vote

General Services Committee

The committee will discuss updates on the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation and the Medical Examiners Renovation and Garage Addition. The body will also consider a 2026 budget appeal for Facilities Management.

• 2026 Budget Appeal for Facilities Management
• Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project update regarding final occupancy and errors and omissions
• Medical Examiners Renovation / Garage Addition construction schedule update

The General Services Committee adopted the agenda and the September 7, 2025 minutes. It approved the 2026 budget appeal for Facilities Management and added $13,361 to the request. The committee discussed delays in the jail renovation but took no action. The next meeting was scheduled for November 4, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved September 7, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved 2026 Facilities Management budget appeal (adopted as amended)
• Added $13,361 to Facilities Management budget appeal (adopted as amended)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 4, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP

The Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP committee will discuss membership and review staff reports. The meeting includes a review of the 2025 CST Report and the 2026 application process.

• Review of 2025 CST Report
• Outcome of 2025 Supplemental CST Application
• CST 2026 Application
• Discussion and possible action on membership

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Rock County Public Safety & Justice Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review the 2026 recommended budget for the Child Support, Clerk of Court, Medical Examiner, and District Attorney offices. The committee will also receive updates from Children First and the Sheriff.

• Approval of October 7, 2025 minutes
• 2026 Recommended Budget Review: Child Support
• 2026 Recommended Budget Review: Clerk of Court/Circuit Court
• 2026 Recommended Budget Review: Medical Examiner
• 2026 Recommended Budget Review: District Attorney

The Public Safety & Justice Committee approved the agenda and the October 7 minutes. It awarded a two‑year Children First contract to Child Support Services for $104,000. The committee also moved the District Attorney’s budget appeal for digital evidence management forward. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion by Knudson, seconded by Whitledge)
• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (motion by Whitledge, seconded by Schwarz)
• Awarded two‑year Children First contract to Child Support Services ($104,000 total)
• Moved forward District Attorney budget appeal for digital evidence management (motion by Tillman, seconded by Knudson)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Knudson, seconded by Whitledge)

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will discuss the recommended 2026 budget and several operational permits. The board is also reviewing lease and event agreements for airport facilities.

• Review of 2026 Recommended Budget
• Land Lease Agreement with S. Dacy Enterprises, Inc
• Alcohol Permit for Geronimo Hospitality DBA Bessie's Diner
• Event Agreement and alcohol/sign permits for Propel Forward, Inc for the 2026 Pistons & Props Airshow
• Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting Foam

The board tabled the alcohol permit for Geronimo Hospitality DBA Bessie's Diner. It approved the renewal of the land lease for S. Dacy Enterprises, Inc. The board also approved the event agreement and the alcohol and sign permit for Propel Forward, Inc's 2026 Pistons & Props Airshow. All motions were carried without recorded vote tallies.

• Agenda item 7C (Alcohol Permit for Geronimo Hospitality DBA Bessie's Diner) tabled
• Land lease renewal for S. Dacy Enterprises, Inc. approved (motion carried)
• Event agreement with Propel Forward, Inc for 2026 Pistons & Props Airshow approved (motion carried)
• Alcohol and Sign Permit for Propel Forward, Inc for 2026 Pistons & Props Airshow approved (motion carried)
• Minutes adoption approved (motion carried)
• Adjournment approved (motion carried)

Land Information Council

The Rock County Land Information Council will review and approve agenda items, minutes from April 28, 2025, and provide updates on the Wisconsin Land Information Program grants for 2025 and 2026. It will also discuss ongoing GIS Roadmap and Open Data Hub projects, as well as legislative items on judicial privacy and WLIP funding. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Approve Agenda
• Approve Minutes 4/28/2025
• 2025 Grant Update
• 2026 Grant Update
• GIS Roadmap

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will consider several items, including approving the meeting agenda and minutes from October 6, 2025. The committee will vote on resolutions to establish an ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance Program and to recognize Amanda Suarez. They will also discuss appointments to the Board of Adjustment and updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual.

• Resolution to establish an ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance Program
• Resolution recognizing Amanda Suarez
• Appointments to the Board of Adjustment
• Review of updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and the October 6 minutes. It approved a resolution to create an ongoing Rock County Youth in Governance program and a resolution recognizing Amanda Suarez. The board also approved appointments to the Board of Adjustment and adopted updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual by unanimous consent.

• Agenda approved (motion by Tillman, second by Wilson)
• October 6 minutes approved (motion by Brien, second by Peer)
• Establishment of Youth in Governance program adopted (motion by Wilson, second by Mawhinney)
• Recognition of Amanda Suarez adopted (motion by Tillman, second by Towns)
• Board of Adjustment appointments approved (motion by Brien, second by Mawhinney)
• Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual updates approved by unanimous consent

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will discuss and may act on the 2026 recommended budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the agenda, citizen participation, committee requests, and setting the next meeting date.

• Review and possible action on the 2026 Recommended Budget
• Committee Requests
• Next meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025

General

The Joint Finance & Public Works Committee will review the current Highway Fund balance. It will also discuss and possibly approve applying for a Wisconsin Department of Administration grant for local community development projects. Public comments are accepted until noon on October 15.

• Review of Highway Fund balance
• Discussion of applying for Wisconsin Department of Administration grant for local community development projects

The Joint Finance & Public Works Committee adopted the agenda as presented. No substantive policy actions were taken; members discussed the highway fund plan and a potential state grant. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment motion

Traffic Safety Commission

The Rock County Traffic Safety Commission will meet to review a fatal crash, consider any old business, discuss new business items, receive public input, and set the date for the next meeting. No specific contracts, ordinances, or fee changes are listed on the agenda.

• Fatal Crash Review
• Old Business
• New Business
• Public Input
• Set Next Meeting Date

911 Communications Commission

The Rock County 911 Communications Commission will discuss information technology updates, including the Spillman system and an AT&T 911 fiber project. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, minutes approval, public comments, policy updates on severe weather, and informational items such as CALEA. The commission will set the next meeting date for January 21, 2026.

• Information Technology Update – Spillman system
• Information Technology Update – AT&T 911 fiber project
• Policy Update – S-1 Severe Weather
• Public comment period – submit comments by noon Oct 15
• Next meeting scheduled for Jan 21, 2026 (subject to change)

The commission approved its agenda and the October 23, 2024 minutes. Sheriff Curt Fell was appointed Chair of the 9‑1‑1 Commission for a two‑year term with unanimous support. The commission also approved an update to the Amber Alert policy. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (motion by Fell, second by Pearson)
• October 23, 2024 minutes approved (motion by Pearson, second by Fell)
• Sheriff Curt Fell appointed Chair of the 9‑1‑1 Commission (unanimous)
• Amber Alert policy update approved (no questions raised)
• Meeting adjourned at 2:33 p.m. (motion by Pearson, second by Fell)

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education and Veterans Committee will consider the 2026 recommended county budget and hear updates from the Veterans Services Office. It will also discuss a resolution thanking Cordhawks for a donation, explore other counties' roles in education, and review a youth in governance update. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as agenda approval and minutes adoption.

• Review of 2026 recommended budget
• Veterans Services Office update
• Resolution thanking Cordhawks for donation
• Discussion of other counties' role in education
• Youth in governance update

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Parks will meet to review and potentially take action on the 2026-2030 POROS Plan and the recommended 2026 budget. The committee will also discuss a driveway permit issue paper for CTH A and a proposed Sportsman's Shelter Project.

• Approval of the 2026-2030 POROS Plan
• Review of 2026 Recommended Budget
• Access Control Driveway Permit issue paper for CTH A
• Proposed Sportsman's Shelter Project

The committee adopted the updated 2026‑2030 Parks, Outdoor Recreation, and Open Space (POROS) Plan after a motion by Supervisor Woodman and second by Supervisor Pennycook. It also approved a driveway permit for an access‑controlled parcel on County Trunk Highway A following a motion by Supervisor Woodman and second by Supervisor Homan. The agenda and the September 9, 2025 minutes were approved, and the meeting was adjourned. The 2026 recommended budget was not decided and will be considered at the next Public Works‑Highway committee meeting.

• Adopted 2026‑2030 POROS Plan (motion Woodman, second Pennycook) – ADOPTED
• Approved driveway permit for CTH A access‑controlled parcel (motion Woodman, second Homan) – ADOPTED
• Approved meeting agenda – ADOPTED
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes – ADOPTED
• Deferred 2026 recommended budget to next Public Works‑Highway meeting – Tabled
• Adjourned meeting – ADOPTED

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will convene to approve the draft minutes from the September 5, 2025 meeting and review the August 31, 2025 financial statements. The agenda includes a presentation on the Janesville Bridges by WisDOT and updates on operations from the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad. The meeting is scheduled for 10:00 AM at the Hill Farms State Office Building in Madison.

• Approval of draft September 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of August 31, 2025 financial statements
• Presentation on Janesville Bridges
• Wisconsin & Southern Railroad operations update
• Approval of SWWRPC invoices for Q2 and Q3 2025 administration

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will discuss the 2026 recommended budget, reviewing the administrator's summary and budget preparation worksheet. They will also consider a code enforcement matter for the Riverstone Subdivision Phase 3 in Beloit Township. Additional items include an update on ARPA‑funded affordable housing projects and a farmland preservation plan update.

• 2026 Recommended Budget Work Session – review of summary and budget worksheet with Administrator John Light
• Code Enforcement review of LD 2025 048 (Beloit Township) – Riverstone Subdivision Phase 3 (24 lots)
• Informational update on 2024 ARPA‑funded affordable housing projects
• Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review the 2026 recommended budget and discuss setting opening bids for properties taken during the In Rem process. The body will also consider resolutions regarding debt fiscal agents and legal publication newspapers for 2026.

• Review of 2026 County Administrator's Recommended Budget
• Setting opening bid for properties taken during In Rem process
• Resolution appointing Fiscal Agent for outstanding General Obligation Debt Issues
• Designation of a qualified newspaper for 2026 legal publications
• Budget amendment to transfer savings in productive wages to equipment

The committee adopted its amended agenda and approved the September 25 minutes. It approved per‑meeting allowances of $8,159.34 and adopted resolutions to appoint a fiscal agent for outstanding general‑obligation debt (with a $6,400 one‑time fee and $475 per issuance), designate the Janesville Gazette as the 2026 legal newspaper, and amend the budget to transfer savings in productive wages to equipment. The committee set opening bids for several tax‑foreclosure parcels, approving bids ranging from $100 to $50,000, while a proposed $30,000 bid for 4645 E State Rd 67 was rejected. Review of the 2026 County Administrator’s recommended budget was postponed to the next meeting.

• Adopted agenda amendment moving item 9B before 9A (adopted)
• Approved per‑meeting allowances of $8,159.34 (adopted)
• Adopted resolution appointing a fiscal agent for outstanding GO debt (one‑time fee $6,400 and $475 per issuance) (adopted)
• Designated the Janesville Gazette as qualified newspaper for 2026 (adopted)
• Approved budget amendment to transfer savings in productive wages to equipment (adopted)
• Approved opening bid of $2,500 for 9604 S Pearl St, Brodhead (adopted)
• Approved opening bid of $15,000 for 432 E Community Dr (adopted)
• Motion to set opening bid of $30,000 for 4645 E State Rd 67 failed; $50,000 bid later approved (adopted)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss supplementary appropriations and budget changes. The agenda includes a budget amendment to transfer wage savings to equipment and the designation of a legal publication newspaper for 2026.

• Increasing nursing position from 0.7 FTE to 0.8 FTE
• Resolution appointing Fiscal Agent for Outstanding General Obligation Debt
• Budget amendment to transfer savings in productive wages to equipment
• Designation of a qualified newspaper for 2026 legal publications
• Reports from Boys & Girls Club of Janesville and Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Committee

The Rock County Board adopted the consent agenda by acclamation and approved several resolutions: recognitions of county employees, designation of a qualified newspaper for legal publications, an increase in a nursing position from 0.7 to 0.8 FTE, appointment of a fiscal agent for outstanding general‑obligation debt, and a budget amendment to transfer savings to equipment. The meeting was adjourned by acclamation.

• Consent agenda approved by acclamation
• Recognition resolutions R-2025-114, R-2025-115, R-2025-87 adopted (acclamation)
• Resolution R-2025-117 designating qualified newspaper adopted (acclamation)
• Resolution R-2025-113 increasing nursing position to 0.8 FTE adopted (acclamation)
• Resolution R-2025-118 appointing fiscal agent for outstanding GO debt adopted (acclamation)
• Resolution R-2025-112 budget amendment to transfer savings to equipment adopted (acclamation)
• Recognition resolution R-2025-111 for Randolph D. Terronez adopted by acclamation
• Meeting adjourned at 7:04 p.m. by acclamation

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will meet to discuss staffing levels and administrative reports. The body is considering an increase to a nursing position and reviewing the 2026 Medical Director contract.

• Increase nursing position from 0.7 FTE to 0.8 FTE
• Review of Medical Director Contract for 2026
• Review of HDG Recommendations
• Resolutions recognizing Laurie Kingsley and Chris Cramer for service to Rock Haven

The Health Services Committee adopted its agenda and the September 10, 2025 minutes. It approved resolutions recognizing Laurie Kingsley and Chris Cramer for service to Rock Haven, each passing 4‑0 with one member absent. The committee also approved increasing the nursing position from 0.7 FTE to 0.8 FTE, passing 4‑0 with one member absent.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Recognized Laurie Kingsley for service (4-0, 1 absent)
• Recognized Chris Cramer for service (4-0, 1 absent)
• Increased nursing position from 0.7 FTE to 0.8 FTE (4-0, 1 absent)

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will consider several routine items, including approving contracts and reviewing September bills. The key decisions are the award of opioid settlement funds for basic‑needs programs and discussion of the department’s recommended 2026 budget. Public comment will be allowed, and the meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.

• Approval of contracts (Contract Summary)
• Review of September 2025 Human Services Department bills
• Approving award of opioid settlement funds for basic needs funding
• Review and discussion of the 2026 recommended Human Services Department budget

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. It also approved a pending contract by voice vote. A resolution to award opioid settlement funds to WisHope and the Janesville Community Center for basic‑needs services was unanimously adopted. The 2026 budget was presented and discussed, but no vote was taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved September 24 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved pending contract(s) (unanimous voice vote)
• Awarded opioid settlement funds to WisHope and Janesville Community Center (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will discuss the 2026 Extension Budget and the 2026 recommended capital budget for the fairgrounds. Members will also review September payments, bills, and contracts.

• 2026 Extension Budget
• 2026 Recommended Capital Budget for Fairgrounds
• Approval of September contracts for Fairgrounds
• Review of September payments for Division of Extension
• Program report from 4-H Educator Josh Firgens

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee adopted its agenda and the September 10, 2025 minutes. It approved the September contracts. The chair announced a tentative meeting for Monday, November 10, at the UW Extension office. The meeting was adjourned by acclamation.

• Adopted agenda (moved by Schneider, seconded by Whitledge)
• Approved September 10, 2025 minutes (moved by Ringhand, seconded by Schneider)
• Approved September contracts (moved by Schneider, seconded by Whitledge)
• Tentatively scheduled November 10 meeting at UW Extension office
• Adjourned meeting (moved by Schneider, seconded by Whitledge, adopted by acclamation)

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will consider approving four fund transfers for facilities projects, totaling $155,377. It will also discuss updates on the Medical Examiner garage renovation, the law‑enforcement jail renovation schedule, the Eclipse Center construction, and the 2026 Facilities Management budget recommendation. Public comments are accepted until noon on October 6.

• Approve transfer of $14,000 for Facilities DPW
• Approve transfer of $20,106 for Facilities DWRC
• Approve transfer of $35,000 for Facilities Rock Haven
• Approve transfer of $86,271 for ME Capital
• Review and possibly approve change orders for the Medical Examiner garage renovation

The General Services Committee approved four facility fund transfers totaling $155,377, including $86,271 for ME Capital to address a water‑main design issue. The committee also approved an increase in contingency for the Medical Examiner garage renovation and approved the presented change orders. All actions were adopted without recorded dissent.

• Approved $14,000 transfer for Facilities DPW (adopted)
• Approved $20,106 transfer for Facilities DWRC (adopted)
• Approved $35,000 transfer for Facilities Rock Haven (adopted)
• Approved $86,271 transfer for ME Capital water‑main project (adopted)
• Approved increase in contingency for Medical Examiner garage renovation (adopted)
• Approved presented change orders (adopted)

Environmental Management System Committee

The committee will review the Administrator's recommended budget and discuss funding for future projects. Members will also discuss the implementation of the Climate Action Plan and the county's role regarding data centers.

• Review of Administrator's Recommended Budget
• Implementation of the Climate Action Plan
• Discussion on County's Role in Regulating or Incentivizing Data Centers
• Discussion on cost and maintenance to establish a website
• Discussion on funding for future projects

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the September 2, 2025 minutes. Item 5E was removed from the agenda and postponed to the next meeting. A motion to adjourn was adopted. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Removed item 5E and deferred to next meeting (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will approve the meeting agenda, minutes from September 23, 2025, and any fund transfers. It will review September payments and consider the 2026 recommended budget for the District Attorney, Sheriff’s Office, 911 Communications Center, and Emergency Management. The committee will also hear citizen comments, discuss future agenda items, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve agenda
• Approve September 23, 2025 minutes
• Approve transfers
• Review September payments
• 2026 recommended budget review for District Attorney, Sheriff’s Office, 911 Communications Center, and Emergency Management

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will review the 2026 County Administrator's Recommended Budget for the County Board, County Administrator, Corporation Counsel, and Human Resources. The committee will also consider updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual and various personnel resolutions.

• Review of 2026 Recommended Budget for County Board, County Administrator, Corporation Counsel, and Human Resources
• Resolution to increase a nursing position from 0.7 FTE to 0.8 FTE
• Budget amendment to transfer savings in productive wages to equipment
• Review and possible action on Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual updates
• Review of September payments

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will hold a meeting to discuss a possible new multi-unit rental project in the Town of Beloit, hear about the SE Wisconsin Housing Summit, and continue discussion of funding options for housing. No decisions are listed; the items are slated for discussion. Public comments must be submitted by noon the day before the meeting.

• Discussion of possible new multi-unit rental project in Town of Beloit (with WPHD staff)
• Discussion of SE Wisconsin Housing Summit (with UWEX staff)
• Continued discussion of funding options for housing

Ad Hoc Broadband Committee

The Rock County Ad Hoc Broadband Committee will review a revised BEAD grant award process, examine the broadband budget, and receive updates on the Bug Tussel Wireless Project and a 911 communications antenna. Public comments on agenda items must be submitted by noon on the meeting day. The committee will also handle routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes.

• Update on Revised BEAD Grant Award Process
• Budget Review
• Bug Tussel Wireless Project Update
• 911 Communications Antenna – Bug Tussel Wireless Avon Tower site

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee will review updates on its pilot project and discuss several actions, including revising the project calendar and recommending next steps to the County Board. Members will vote on a draft resolution to continue the program and on recruitment plans for 2026‑2027. The meeting also includes a discussion of a possible field trip to the Wisconsin Capitol and requests for additional resources.

• Review and possible action on draft resolution for continuation of Youth in Governance Program
• Review and possible action on recommendations to County Board regarding the future of the program
• Review and possible action on 2026‑2027 Youth in Governance recruitment process and materials
• Review and possible action on a field trip to the Wisconsin Capitol
• Discussion of additional resources needed for the program

The committee approved its agenda and the September 3 minutes. It adopted the recommendations to the County Board on the future of the Youth in Governance program, including a roughly $5,000 annual budget and meeting schedule. It also approved a draft resolution changing the funding language to "should be approximately $5,000 per year." The next meeting was set for November 5, 2025.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adopted recommendations to County Board on future Youth in Governance program (adopted)
• Adopted draft resolution wording change to "should be approximately $5,000 per year" (adopted)
• Agreed to hold next meeting on November 5, 2025 at 4:30 pm (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting by acclamation (adopted)

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will meet to review the recommended budget for 2026. The board will also receive a Public Health Department report and updates on the Integrated HIV Testing Grant.

• Review and consideration of 2026 Recommended Budget
• Program update on Integrated HIV Testing Grant
• Quarterly Budget Update
• Review of payments and approval of transfers

The Board of Health adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from the September 3, 2025 meeting. A motion to adjourn the October 1 meeting was passed unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda and approved September 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Land Conservation Committee

The Rock County Land Conservation Committee will approve the 2026 Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program budget, 2025 crop price and harvest date approvals, and a three-month extension for an erosion control permit. The committee will also review cost-share agreements for nutrient management projects and hold a work session on the 2026 recommended budget.

• 2026 Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program Budget Approval
• 2025 Crop Price and 90% Harvest Date Approval
• ECSW-2024-18 Agrecol Greenhouse Project Permit Extension
• Approval of Cost Share Agreements for Nutrient Management
• 2026 Recommended Budget Work Session

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will adopt the meeting agenda and approve the previous meeting minutes. They will handle nominations, appointments, and employee recognitions. New business includes supplementary appropriations and budget changes, contract approvals, and a review of the 2026 recommended budget with the County Administrator.

• Adoption of agenda (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Nominations, appointments and confirmations (Consent Agenda)
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes (New Business)
• Contracts (New Business) and review of 2026 recommended budget

The Rock County Board approved the consent agenda without objection. Supervisors Bostwick and Pennycook moved to adjourn, and the adjournment was approved by acclamation. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded.

• Consent agenda approved by acclamation
• Adjournment moved and approved by acclamation

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will consider four land development applications from Clinton, Lima, Rock, and Beloit Townships. It will also act on a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) waiver request for Badger Heights Road. Additional agenda items include updates on the CDBG Rural Living Fund transfer, a comprehensive plan update, and routine reports.

• Review LD 2025 049 (Clinton Township) – Shull (1‑lot CSM)
• Review LD 2025 050 (Lima Township) – Heth (1‑lot CSM)
• Review LD 2025 052 (Rock Township) – Wil‑Hu Acres (3‑lot CSM)
• Review LD 2025 054 (Beloit Township) – Aubree's Estates (4‑lot CSM)
• Action Item: CDBG Program Waiver Request Badger Heights Rd

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider routine agenda items including approval of minutes from September 8 and 11, approval of financial transfers, and a resolution to extend the county's Dayforce payroll software subscription. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Approve September 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve September 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approve financial transfers
• Resolution to extend the Dayforce subscription
• Set next meeting date and time

The committee approved the agenda as presented. It adopted the September 8 and September 11 meeting minutes, correcting the chair name on the September 8 minutes. A resolution to extend the Dayforce payroll subscription was adopted. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion by Supervisor Schwarz, second by Supervisor Towns)
• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes with correction to chair name (motion by Supervisor Towns, second by Supervisor Schwarz)
• Approved September 11, 2025 minutes (motion by Supervisor Towns, second by Supervisor Schwarz)
• Adopted resolution extending Dayforce subscription (motion by Supervisor Wilson, second by Supervisor Ringhand)
• Adopted adjournment of meeting (motion by Supervisor Wilson, second by Supervisor Wilson)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board will consider several consent agenda items, including appointments to the Coordinated Services Team and employee recognitions. It will vote on authorizing the T‑Hangar roof replacement at the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport, amend Resolution 95-7A-O42 for the LEPC, and extend the Dayforce subscription. The meeting also includes a public hearing, a review of the 2026 recommended budget, and discussion of supplementary appropriations and budget changes.

• Authorize T‑Hangar roof replacement at Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport
• Amend Resolution 95-7A-O42 establishing terms for the LEPC
• Extend Dayforce subscription
• Review 2026 recommended budget
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes (roll call)

The Rock County Board approved the consent agenda by acclamation. No other resolutions or ordinances were voted on. The board then moved to adjourn, which was also approved by acclamation. No public hearing or new business items were decided.

• Consent agenda approved by acclamation
• Adjournment to September 30, 2025 approved by acclamation

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and resolutions. The board will also receive program reports on Child Protective Services and current vacant positions within the department.

• Approval of 2025-09-24 HS Board Contract Summary
• Program Report on Child Protective Services
• Report on HSD Vacant Positions
• Review and approval of resolutions

The September 24, 2025 Human Services Board meeting in Rock County followed its agenda, including approval of the agenda, minutes, contracts, and reports. No vote totals or outcomes were documented in the minutes, indicating that no substantive actions were recorded.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Highway will meet to review an issue paper regarding an engine breaking policy. The committee will also receive project and staff updates and review payments from August 2025.

• Discussion and possible action on Engine Breaking Policy issue paper
• Review of August 2025 payments

The Public Works Committee adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 26 and September 8, 2025. The committee approved an Issue Paper authorizing agency‑requested engine‑brake muffler signs on county highways. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved minutes from Aug 26 and Sep 8, 2025 (adopted)
• Adopted Issue Paper on engine‑brake signage policy (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment motion (adopted)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will meet on September 23, 2025. It will approve the agenda, the September 9, 2025 meeting minutes, and transfers. The committee will review and vote on an amendment to Resolution 95-7A-O42 that establishes terms for the LEPC. It will also receive special reports on 911 Center recruitment and a vacancy in Child Support Services.

• Amending Resolution 95-7A-O42 establishing terms for the LEPC
• Approval of transfers
• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Special report on 911 Center recruitment
• Child Support Services vacancy report

The committee adopted the agenda and approved the September 9 minutes. It approved an amendment to Resolution 95-7A-042 that sets terms for the Law Enforcement Planning Council. The next meeting date was changed to October 7 and the start time was proposed to move to 4:15 p.m. The meeting was adjourned.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Supervisor Whitledge, seconded by Supervisor Knudson)
• Adopted September 9, 2025 minutes (motion by Supervisor Whitledge, seconded by Supervisor Knudson)
• Approved amendment to Resolution 95-7A-042 establishing terms for the LEPC (motion by Supervisor Knudson, seconded by Supervisor Whitledge)
• Changed next meeting date to October 7, 2025 (motion adopted)
• Proposed moving future meeting start time to 4:15 p.m. (motion adopted)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:26 p.m. (motion by Supervisor Whitledge, seconded by Supervisor Knudson)

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will approve the agenda, the September 8, 2025 minutes, and any transfers. It will review and possibly act on 2026 employee compensation for Supervisors Wilson, Schwarz, and Tillman, consider Community Initiatives Funding Recommendations, and consider appointments to the Coordinated Services Team and the Children’s Community Options Program.

• Review and possible action on 2026 employee compensation for Supervisors Wilson, Schwarz, and Tillman
• Review and possible action on Community Initiatives Funding Recommendations
• Review and possible action on appointments to the Coordinated Services Team (CST) and Children’s Community Options Program (CCOP)
• Approve agenda
• Approve September 8, 2025 minutes and transfers

The committee adopted its agenda and approved the September 8, 2025 minutes with an amendment. It also approved appointments to the Coordinated Services Team. Employee compensation and community‑initiatives funding were discussed but no decisions were made. The next meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2025.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (adopted, amended)
• Approved appointments to Coordinated Services Team (adopted)

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Coordinating Committee will review the Rock County Public Transit/Human Services Transportation Plan and discuss paratransit services. The body will also conduct an annual update of private transportation providers and review DOT grants.

• Review of Rock County Public Transit/Human Services Transportation Plan
• Discussion of Paratransit Services
• Annual update of current private transportation providers
• Review of DOT grants 5310 and 85.21

The Transportation Coordinating Committee approved its September 19, 2025 agenda, approved the July 11, 2025 minutes, and adjourned the meeting at 9:20 am. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion by Supervisor Cullen, seconded by Patty Hansberry)
• Approved July 11, 2025 minutes (motion by Supervisor Cullen, seconded by Patty Hansberry)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:20 am (motion by Supervisor Cullen, seconded by John Delaney)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will consider support for TAD and Pretrial grant applications. The body will also discuss the Unsheltered Co-Response Program and law enforcement concerns.

• Support for TAD Grant Application
• Support for Pretrial Grant Application
• Discussion regarding Unsheltered Co-Response Program
• Support for establishment of Education and Outreach Workgroup
• Discussion regarding Law Enforcement Concerns

The council adopted the meeting agenda and the July 17 minutes. It voted to support the TAD grant application and to continue support for the Pretrial grant. Members also approved the creation of an education and outreach workgroup.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved July 17 minutes (adopted)
• Supported TAD grant application (unanimous, Judge McCrory abstained)
• Supported Pretrial grant application (adopted)
• Established education and outreach workgroup (adopted)

ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee

The Rock County Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee will hold elections for its chair and vice chairs. The meeting will also discuss the Janesville Dining Site, senior farmers' market vouchers, and plans for the fall festival. Staff reports on Aramark, Nutrition & Health Associates, dining center visits, and home‑delivered meal ride‑alongs will be presented.

• Committee Chair Election
• Committee Vice Chair Elections
• Fall Festival planning
• Senior Farmers' Market Vouchers
• Janesville Dining Site discussion

ADRC Advisory Committee

The Aging and Disability Resource Center Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss the Aging Plan, and review updates on senior services and transportation. The meeting will also include a public comment period.

• Approval of July 16, 2025 ADRC Minutes
• Aging Plan Updates/Advocacy
• Rock County Senior Fair
• NADTC Transportation Summit
• ADRC Unit Updates (APS, Aging, Specialist)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the July 16, 2025 minutes. It decided to move forward with softphones for the eleven ADRC Specialists, using $5,500 of rolled‑over 2024 funding. A grant of $8,000 from the National Disability Transportation Center was awarded to fund a transportation summit event. The meeting was adjourned at 10:44 a.m.

• Agenda approved
• July 16, 2025 minutes approved
• Move forward with softphones for ADRC Specialists (funded by rollover)
• $8,000 grant awarded for NADTC Transportation Summit
• Meeting adjourned (motion passed)

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Rock County Local Emergency Planning Committee will review recent non‑hazmat spill reports, hear a presentation from Abitec Corp, and examine the county’s Strategic Plan. It will also discuss the EPCRA contracted service facility plan and receive a report from the Public Education subcommittee. The meeting includes routine agenda approvals and scheduling of the next session.

• Significant Event Review – Non‑Hazmat spill reports
• Abitec Corp presentation (New Business)
• Review of Rock County's Strategic Plan (New Business)
• Facility Plan review for contracted EPCRA service (Environmental Health)
• Public Education subcommittee report

Education & Veterans Committee

The committee will discuss a resolution to thank Cordhawks for a donation and review the role of other counties in education. The meeting includes updates on the Veterans Services Office and the Youth in Governance program.

• Resolution thanking Cordhawks for donation
• Veterans Services Office organizational chart update
• Discussion on the role of other counties in education
• Research on the committee's name
• Youth in Governance update

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will consider routine agenda items such as adopting the agenda, approving the August 18, 2025 meeting minutes, and reviewing the consent calendar for transfers and payments. The board will vote on a resolution to authorize the replacement of the T‑Hangar roof. Additional discussion will cover Alliant Energy’s electrical service for the East Hangar development and updates from the airport director.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve 2025-08-18 meeting minutes
• Consent calendar: approval of transfers
• Consent calendar: review of payments
• Authorize T‑Hangar roof replacement

The board adopted the agenda and approved the previous meeting minutes. It authorized the T‑Hangar roof replacement and approved a $45,000 Phase 1 electrical service project for the East Hangar development. The meeting was adjourned at 8:23 a.m.

• Adopted meeting agenda (motion by Fox and Leyes)
• Approved September 18 minutes (motion by Leyes and Boehlke)
• Authorized T‑Hangar roof replacement (motion by Leyes, seconded by Boehlke)
• Approved $45,000 Phase 1 electrical services for East Hangar (motion by Boehlke, seconded by Homan and Leyes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:23 a.m. (motion by Boehlke, seconded by Leyes)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider several budget amendments, including accepting ARPA funds for Adult Protective Services and a Brain Health Resource Distribution Grant. It will also review a health department subcontract grant and the reallocation of POROS Plan funds for a county park master plan. Additional items include a review of the FY 2024 audit and discussion of 2026 staff compensation.

• Amend 2025 Human Services budget to accept ARPA funds for Adult Protective Services
• Amend 2025 Human Services budget to accept Brain Health Resource Distribution Grant
• Accept health department subcontract grant and amend 2025 Public Health budget
• Reallocate remaining POROS Plan funds for Rock River Heritage County Park Master Plan
• Review FY 2024 audit by Baker Tilly US, LLP

The committee approved per‑meeting allowances of $11,381.89 and adopted four resolutions amending the 2025 Human Services and Public Health budgets to accept ARPA, Brain Health, and Healthier Wisconsin grant funds, as well as a donation for the Rock River Heritage County Park master plan. It also approved a resolution recognizing Kathleen Holford. The committee recommended that the proposed uniform $1 staff‑compensation increase be presented to the County Board.

• Approved per‑meeting allowances of $11,381.89 (adopted)
• Adopted amendment to the 2025 Human Services Budget to accept ARPA funds for Adult Protective Services (adopted)
• Adopted amendment to the 2025 Human Services Budget to accept the Brain Health Resource Distribution Grant (adopted)
• Adopted amendment to the 2025 Rock County Public Health Budget to accept Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin subcontract grant funds (adopted)
• Adopted acceptance of donations and reallocation of remaining POROS Plan funds for the Rock River Heritage County Park Master Plan (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Kathleen Holford (adopted)
• Recommended presenting the $1 uniform staff‑compensation increase proposal to the County Board (recommended)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will adopt the agenda, approve the August 14, 2025 minutes, and confirm appointments to the Traffic Safety Commission, Land Information Council, and Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. It will discuss several budget amendments to accept ARPA funds for Adult Protective Services, a Brain Health Resource Distribution Grant, a Healthier Wisconsin subcontract grant, and a Wisconsin DNR Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Grant S-6135. The board will consider a supplementary appropriation to reallocate remaining POROS Plan funds for the Rock River Heritage County Park Master Plan and a funding grant for Edgerton community outreach and renovations at 210 W Fulton Street. Additional items include a contract roll call, an amendment to the traffic code, and a jurisdictional transfer agreement for County Trunk Highway T.

• Appointments to the Traffic Safety Commission, Land Information Council, and Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Budget amendment to accept ARPA funds for Adult Protective Services
• Acceptance of Wisconsin DNR Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Grant S-6135
• Supplementary appropriations to reallocate POROS Plan funds for Rock River Heritage County Park Master Plan
• Funding for Edgerton Community Outreach and renovations at 210 W Fulton Street

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will approve the agenda and the July 9, 2025 minutes, review payments, and discuss budget transfers. It will adopt a resolution recognizing Barbara Hembrook for service and receive staff reports on finance, maintenance, and administration. Public comments are accepted through September 9, 2025.

• Approve agenda
• Approve July 9, 2025 minutes
• Review of Payments – Committee Review Report
• Budget Transfers
• Resolution recognizing Barbara Hembrook for service

The Health Services Committee adopted the meeting agenda and approved the July 9, 2025 minutes. A resolution honoring Barbara Hembrook for service to Rock Haven was adopted unanimously (3‑0). The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (motion by Supervisor Fugelseth, seconded by Supervisor Leavy)
• July 9, 2025 minutes approved (motion by Supervisor Leavy, seconded by Supervisor Brien)
• Resolution recognizing Barbara Hembrook adopted (vote 3‑0, 2 absent)
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Supervisor Fugelseth, seconded by Supervisor Brien)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes, authorizing contracts, and reviewing August 2025 bills. It will also approve a resolution recognizing Shawna Mills and discuss the 2025 budget actuals and a CORE Wellbeing Action Team update. Public comment will be allowed during the meeting.

• Approve Agenda
• Approve Minutes – 2025-08-27 HS Board Minutes
• Approval of Contracts
• Review Bills Paid – August 2025 HSD Bills
• Review and Approval of Resolutions – Recognizing Shawna Mills

The Human Services Board approved the meeting agenda and the August 27 minutes by unanimous voice vote. A resolution honoring employee Shawna Mills for 11 years of service was also approved unanimously. No contracts were approved at this meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved August 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved resolution recognizing Shawna Mills (unanimous voice vote)
• No contracts approved

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will review August payment reports for the Division of Extension and the Fairgrounds, approve August fairgrounds contracts, and discuss program and training cost reports. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and setting the next meeting date.

• Review of August payments for the Division of Extension
• Program report by Josh Kamps, Crops and Soils Outreach Specialist
• Semi‑annual report of training costs
• Review of August payments for the Fairgrounds
• Approval of August contracts for the Fairgrounds

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee approved the agenda as presented, adopted the August 13, 2025 meeting minutes, and approved the August contracts. The next meeting was scheduled for October 8, 2025 at 7:15 p.m. The committee also adjourned the session at 8:17 p.m.

• Agenda adopted (motion passed)
• August 13, 2025 minutes approved (motion passed)
• August contracts approved (motion passed)
• Next meeting date set for October 8, 2025 at 7:15 p.m.
• Session adjourned at 8:17 p.m. (motion passed)

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee – Parks will review several funding resolutions, including a grant application to the Wisconsin DNR for County Conservation Aids and acceptance of a snowmobile trail maintenance grant. It will also consider reallocating remaining POROS Plan funds to the Rock River Heritage County Park Master Plan and authorize a jurisdictional transfer of County Trunk Highway T to Green County. Additionally, the committee will discuss an intergovernmental agreement issue paper with the City of Janesville.

• Authorize application to Wisconsin DNR for County Conservation Aids grant funds
• Accept Wisconsin DNR Rock County 2025-2026 Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Grant S-6135
• Accept donations and reallocate remaining POROS Plan funds for Rock River Heritage County Park Master Plan
• Authorize jurisdictional transfer agreement for County Trunk Highway T to Green County
• Discuss possible action on issue paper for intergovernmental agreement with City of Janesville

The Public Works Committee adopted several resolutions, including a jurisdictional transfer agreement for County Trunk Highway T, an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Janesville for a bike path crossing, and approvals of multiple grant and funding actions. The committee also approved reallocating $10,500 from the POROS Plan and accepting $17,000 in donations for the Rock River Heritage Park master plan. All actions were adopted without recorded vote tallies.

• Approved jurisdictional transfer of CTH T (1.89 miles) to Rock County – Adopted
• Approved intergovernmental agreement with City of Janesville for bike path crossing – Adopted
• Approved application for Conservation Aids grant (50/50 match) for Carver‑Roehl Park trails – Adopted
• Accepted Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Grant S‑6135 covering county snowmobile mileage – Adopted
• Approved reallocation of $10,500 POROS Plan funds and acceptance of $17,000 donations for Rock River Heritage Park master plan – Adopted
• Approved acceptance of Wisconsin DNR Rock County 2025‑2026 Snowmobile Grant – Adopted

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Rock County Public Safety & Justice Committee will approve the agenda, minutes, transfers, payments and a resolution honoring Kathleen Wishop. It will then discuss vacant positions in the Clerk of Courts, Sheriff's Office and Circuit Court, and review budget‑to‑actual reports for multiple departments. The meeting also includes sheriff reports for July and August 2025 and a request for future agenda items.

• Approve agenda and minutes (August 14, 2025)
• Approve transfers
• Review August payments
• Resolution recognizing Kathleen Wishop for service
• Review vacant positions: Clerk of Courts, Sheriff's Office, Circuit Court

The Public Safety & Justice Committee approved its agenda and the August 14, 2025 minutes. It also approved a resolution recognizing Kathleen Wishop for her service to Rock County. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved August 14, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved resolution recognizing Kathleen Wishop for service to Rock County (adopted)

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will meet to approve resolutions, review payments, and discuss various appointments. The body will also review human resources budget reports and a cyber liability premium payment.

• Naming of UW-Whitewater at Rock County Allen Hall Room 0016
• Appointments to the Traffic Safety Commission
• Appointments to the Land Information Council
• Alternate appointment to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Cyber liability premium payment

The committee approved a resolution to rename a UW‑Whitewater at Rock County room after a donation from the Mercy Health Foundation. It also approved recognitions for Kathleen Holford, Kathleen Wishop, and Shawna Mills. Appointments were confirmed for the Traffic Safety Commission, Land Information Council, and Criminal Justice Coordinating Council. The cyber liability premium was renegotiated, resulting in a 5.4% decrease.

• Approved naming of UW‑Whitewater room as “Patricia Padjen‑McNulty Qualitative and Quantitative Evaluation Methodology Room” (ADOPTED)
• Approved recognition of Kathleen Holford (ADOPTED)
• Approved recognition of Kathleen Wishop for service to Rock County (ADOPTED)
• Approved recognition of Shawna Mills (ADOPTED)
• Approved appointments to the Traffic Safety Commission (ADOPTED)
• Approved appointments to the Land Information Council (ADOPTED)
• Approved alternate appointment to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (ADOPTED)
• Approved cyber liability premium payment with a 5.4% premium decrease (ADOPTED)

Finance Committee

The joint Finance and Public Works Committees will meet on September 8, 2025. After routine items, they will review, discuss, and possibly act on the Highway Fund Balance. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.

• Review, discussion, and possible action regarding the Highway Fund Balance

The Finance & Public Works Committee approved the meeting agenda and adopted a motion to adjourn. The committee directed County Administrator John Light and Finance Director Kristin Vander Kooi to create a four‑ to five‑year plan to address the highway fund balance deficit. No other budgetary actions or approvals were taken.

• Agenda approved (motion by Supervisor Towns, second by Supervisor Schwarz)
• Directed John Light and Kristin Vander Kooi to develop a 4‑5 year highway fund plan
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Supervisor Pennycook, second by Supervisor Sutter)

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will review financial reports and operational updates from the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad. The body will consider several permits and agreements regarding rail encroachments and crossings in Oregon, Boscobel, and Spring Grove.

• Payment of $5,566.00 to BoardmanClark for legal services
• Offer to use agreements for Market Street encroachments, Oregon, WI
• Private rail crossing application for Actus / Milk Specialties in Boscobel, WI
• Temporary authorization permit for Commonwealth Edison pole inspection in Spring Grove, IL
• Temporary authorization permit for Dane County Parks Division tree clearing near Anderson Farm County Park, Oregon, WI

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will adopt its agenda and approve the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. A guest speaker from the Outagamie County Housing Authority will present, followed by an update on a possible housing summit. The board will also solicit suggestions for future meeting topics before adjourning.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting
• Guest speaker: Kari Kuiper – Outagamie County Housing Authority
• Update on possible housing summit – presented by Jim Farrell
• Collect suggestions for future meeting topics

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee will meet on September 3, 2025. Members will review the pilot project calendar, discuss recommendations to the County Board, consider a draft resolution to continue the program, and evaluate requests for additional resources. Public comments must be submitted by noon on the meeting day. The meeting will be held at 3506 N US Hwy 51, Bldg A, Janesville, WI, and via Zoom.

• Review and possibly revise the Pilot Project calendar
• Discuss recommendations to the County Board on the future of the Youth in Governance program
• Consider a draft resolution for continuation of the Youth in Governance program
• Discuss requests for additional resources and next steps

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and prior meeting minutes. It approved the recommendations to the County Board, adding the youth feedback document as an addendum. The draft resolution to continue the Youth in Governance program was approved, with amendments to its wording. The next meeting was set for October 1, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned by acclamation.

• Agenda approved (adopted)
• June 4, 2025 minutes approved (adopted)
• August 6, 2025 minutes approved (adopted)
• Recommendations to County Board approved (adopted)
• Amendment adding feedback document to recommendations adopted (adopted)
• Draft Resolution for Continuation approved (adopted)
• Amendment adding "Ad Hoc" and "renewal" to resolution wording adopted (adopted)
• Meeting adjourned by acclamation (adopted)

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will review the 2026 requested budget and the 2026-2028 Strategic Plan development. The board will also consider a resolution to accept Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin subcontract grant funds.

• Resolution to accept Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin subcontract grant funds and amend the 2025 budget
• 2026 Requested Budget Overview
• 2026-2028 Strategic Plan Development Update
• Review of payments and approval of transfers

The Rock County Board of Health unanimously accepted an Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin subcontract grant of $7,500 per year for two years and amended the 2025 public health department budget accordingly. The meeting also approved the agenda, approved the prior meeting minutes, and adjourned without further substantive actions.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous approval)
• Approved July 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous approval)
• Accepted $7,500‑per‑year grant and amended 2025 budget (unanimous approval)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous approval)

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will discuss the current schedule for the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project and consider change orders and scheduling for the Medical Examiner Garage Building Renovation. The meeting also includes a quarterly budget review, a review of August 2025 payments, and the approval of pending resolutions.

• Update on Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project – schedule update
• Update on Medical Examiner Garage Building Renovation – approval of change orders and schedule
• Quarterly Budget Review
• Review of August 2025 Payments
• Review and Approval of Resolutions

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will review its recent accomplishments and discuss plans for future activities. The meeting will also approve the August 5, 2025 minutes and receive updates on citizen member terms and the upcoming Green Tier Legacy Community meeting. Public comments are accepted through September 1, 2025.

• Approve August 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss committee accomplishments and future activities
• Update on citizen member terms
• Plan next Green Tier Legacy Community Quarterly Meeting on October 14
• Set next meeting date for October 7, 2025

The Environmental Management Systems Committee approved the agenda as presented and adopted the August 5, 2025 minutes. No substantive actions or budget allocations were decided; the committee only discussed future activities, including a possible $300,000 solar project. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (adopted)
• August 5, 2025 minutes approved (adopted)
• Meeting adjourned (adopted)

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will review several land division requests across multiple townships. The body will also discuss a study regarding future development in the City of Beloit and a memorandum of agreement for zoning services provided to towns.

• Review of land division LD 2024 11 (Fulton Township) – Murphy
• Review of land division LD 2025 029 (Center Township) – Mair
• Review of land division LD 2025 042 (Bradford Township) – Hergert / Ransom
• Review of land division LD 2025 043 (Center Township) – Wirth
• Review of land division LD 2025 045 (Rock Township) – Pakes Revocable Trust

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will meet on August 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM. After routine items, the committee will review, discuss, and possibly act on the Highway Fund Balance. The meeting includes a period for public comment submitted by noon that day.

• Review, discussion, and possible action regarding the Highway Fund Balance

The committee adopted the agenda as presented. Members discussed the highway fund balance and agreed to hold a joint meeting with the Public Works Committee to explore solutions. The committee also adopted a motion to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Agreed to hold a joint meeting with the Public Works Committee
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and resolutions to amend the 2025 department budget. The board will also receive updates on administration vacancies and federal changes to income maintenance programs.

• Resolution to amend 2025 budget to accept Brain Health Resource Distribution Grant
• Resolution to amend 2025 budget to accept ARPA Funds for Adult Protective Services
• Approval of contracts
• Director's report on upcoming HSD administration vacancies
• Update on federal changes to income maintenance programs

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 13 meeting. Two budget resolutions were adopted: one to accept a $1,500 brain‑health grant plus $500 for printed materials, and another to accept $7,000 of ARPA funds for Adult Protective Services. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 13 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $1,500 Brain Health Resource Distribution Grant plus $500 for materials (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $7,000 ARPA funds for Adult Protective Services (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Highway Committee will review and possibly act on the 2026‑2030 POROS Plan. Members will also discuss a budget presentation summary and receive a staff update. The agenda includes a review of July 2025 payments and setting dates for future meetings.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2026‑2030 POROS Plan
• Discussion of the budget presentation summary
• Staff update discussion
• Review of July 2025 payments
• Scheduling of next Parks and Highway meetings in September 2025

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the July 22, 2025 minutes. No substantive policy or funding actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion by Homan, seconded by Pennycook)
• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (motion by Woodman, seconded by Homan)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion by Pennycook, seconded by Woodman)

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will discuss maintenance and renovation projects for county buildings. The body will also consider a policy for renting conference rooms to outside agencies.

• Naming of UW-Whitewater at Rock County Allen Hall Room 0016 as the Patricia Padjen-McNulty Qualitative and Quantitative Evaluation Methodology Room
• Change orders for Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center Maintenance Garage
• Change orders and schedule for Medical Examiners Building Garage Renovation
• Employee Walking Trail at DWRC
• Policy for Renting Conference Rooms to Outside Agencies

The General Services Committee adopted the meeting agenda and the August 5 minutes. It approved the resolution naming the UW‑Whitewater Allen Hall room after Patricia Padjen‑McNulty and corrected a wording error. The committee also approved a new policy that sets fees and rules for renting county conference rooms to outside agencies.

• Agenda approved (adopted)
• August 5 minutes approved (adopted)
• Resolution naming UW‑Whitewater Allen Hall room approved (adopted as amended)
• Correction of wording from "cording" to "coordinating" approved (adopted)
• Policy for renting conference rooms to outside agencies approved (adopted)

Education & Veterans Committee

The committee will discuss the role of counties in education and research a potential change to the committee's name. Members will also receive updates on the Veterans Services Office and the Youth in Governance program.

• Veterans Services Office update
• Discussion on the role of counties in education
• Research on the committee's name
• Youth in Governance update and discussion
• Review of July payments

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will discuss and potentially approve two land lease agreements involving Schultz Investments of Janesville LLC and the Matthew J. and Konya D. Schuh Trust. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting the agenda, approving prior minutes, and a consent calendar for transfers and payments. Public comments are accepted until noon on August 17, 2025.

• Land lease agreement with Schultz Investments of Janesville LLC
• Land lease agreement with the Matthew J. and Konya D. Schuh Trust
• Consent calendar: approval of transfers and review of payments
• Adopt agenda and approve July 21, 2025 meeting minutes
• Citizen participation and public comment period

The Airport Board adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the July 11 meeting. It approved a land lease agreement with Schultz Investments of Janesville LLC and another lease with the Matthew J. and Konya D. Schuh Trust. The meeting was adjourned at 8:22 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of July 11, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved land lease agreement with Schultz Investments of Janesville LLC (motion carried)
• Approved land lease agreement with Matthew J. and Konya D. Schuh Trust (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:22 a.m. (motion carried)

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will consider a CDBG program waiver request for Albion St. in Edgerton. The body will also discuss a study regarding future development in the City of Beloit and the terms for citizen representatives on the Environmental Management Systems Committee.

• Action item: CDBG Program Waiver Request - Albion St. Edgerton
• Discussion and possible action on a study for future development in the City of Beloit
• Proposal to establish two-year terms for citizen representatives on Environmental Management Systems Committee
• Acceptance of Farmland Preservation Planning Grant Funds
• Review of July 2025 payments

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will review resolutions regarding siren maintenance and a multi-year intergovernmental agreement for medical examiner services. The body will also discuss a Department of Military Affairs grant for 911 acceptance.

• 2026-2030 Intergovernmental Agreement with Dane County for Medical Examiner Services
• Amending the 2025 Emergency Management Budget for Siren Maintenance
• Department of Military Affairs Grant for 911 Acceptance
• Sheriff's June Report and January-June 2025 Monthly Report Summary

The Public Safety & Justice Committee adopted its agenda and July 8 minutes. It approved an amendment to the 2025 Emergency Management Budget for siren maintenance, allocating $78,000 from contingency funds. The committee also approved the 2026‑2030 intergovernmental agreement with Dane County for medical examiner services and accepted a Department of Military Affairs grant for the 911 system.

• Agenda approved (adopted)
• July 8, 2025 minutes approved (adopted)
• Amended 2025 Emergency Management Budget for siren maintenance, using $78,000 contingency funds (adopted)
• Approved 2026‑2030 Intergovernmental Agreement with Dane County for Medical Examiner Services (adopted)
• Approved acceptance of Department of Military Affairs grant for 911 (adopted)
• No transfers approved

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will consider appointing an individual to the Traffic Safety Commission. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and citizen participation. An executive session is scheduled for legal counsel to discuss litigation strategy. The committee will also set the date and time for the next meeting.

• Appointment to the Traffic Safety Commission
• Executive session to confer with legal counsel on pending litigation (Wis. Stat. § 19.85(g))
• Citizen participation period for public comments
• Setting next meeting date and time

The committee approved its agenda as presented. By ballot, Sam Skog received the most votes for the Traffic Safety Commission and his name will be forwarded to the County Board for confirmation. The committee moved into executive session to discuss litigation strategy. The meeting was adjourned by motion.

• Agenda approved (adopted)
• Sam Skog selected for Traffic Safety Commission (forwarded for confirmation)
• Entered executive session (adopted)
• Meeting adjourned (adopted)

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider several amendments to the 2025 Human Services and Emergency Management budgets, including grant acceptances and siren maintenance. It will also vote on funding for the Edgerton Community Outreach project and renovations at 210 W Fulton Street. Additional items include approval of agenda, minutes, transfers, payments over $10,000, and review of budget-to-actual reports.

• Amend 2025 Human Services Budget to accept Foster Parent Grant funds
• Amend 2025 Human Services Budget to accept National Aging and Disability Transportation Stipend
• Amend 2025 Emergency Management Budget for siren maintenance
• Amend 2025 Human Services Budget for Additional Coordinated Services Team Initiative funding
• Funding for Edgerton Community Outreach and renovations at 210 W Fulton Street

The Finance Committee adopted several budget amendments, including funding for foster‑parent grants, an aging‑and‑disability transportation stipend, additional coordinated services, and $75,000 in contingency plus $5,000 from a specific contract for emergency‑management siren maintenance. It also approved per‑meeting allowances of $11,381.89 and authorized funding for the Edgerton community‑outreach renovation project.

• Approved per‑meeting allowances of $11,381.89 (motion by Wilson, seconded by Ringhand)
• Adopted amendment to Human Services budget to accept Foster Parent Grant funds (motion by Towns, seconded by Wilson)
• Adopted amendment to Human Services budget to accept National Aging and Disability Transportation Stipend (motion by Towns, seconded by Ringhand)
• Adopted amendment to Emergency Management budget for siren maintenance, using $75,000 contingency and $5,000 from Contracted Services 01-1320-0000-62119 (motion by Wilson, seconded by Ringhand)
• Adopted amendment to Human Services budget to accept Additional Coordinated Services Team Initiative funding (motion by Towns, seconded by Wilson)
• Approved funding for Edgerton Community Outreach and renovations at 210 W Fulton Street (motion by Towns, seconded by Ringhand)

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will discuss funding for the Edgerton Community Outreach and renovations at 210 W Fulton Street. The meeting includes a public hearing on the county traffic code and several budget amendments for Human Services and Emergency Management.

• Funding for Edgerton Community Outreach and renovations at 210 W Fulton Street
• Public hearing on amending 3.103 of the Rock County Code of Ordinances (Traffic Code)
• 2026-2030 Intergovernmental Agreement with Dane County for Medical Examiner Services
• Changes to the County’s Health Insurance Plan
• Award of Opioid Settlement Funds for Recovery Housing

The Rock County Board approved several resolutions, including naming the UW-Whitewater laboratory the Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub. It also amended the emergency management budget for siren maintenance, approved changes to the county health insurance plan, and postponed funding for the Edgerton Community Outreach renovation. The board entered an executive session before adjourning.

• Adopted resolution naming UW-Whitewater lab “Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub” (24‑0 vote)
• Amended 2025 Emergency Management Budget for siren maintenance (23‑1 vote)
• Approved changes to the county health insurance plan (24‑0 vote)
• Postponed funding for Edgerton Community Outreach renovation (15‑9 vote)
• Approved entry into executive session (24‑0 vote)

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will meet to review payments, budget transfers, and staffing payments. The body will also receive reports on census, revenue, and maintenance.

• Resolution recognizing Barbara Hembrook for service to Rock Haven
• Review of budget transfers
• Review of Committee Review Report payments
• Review of staffing payments
• Reports on census and revenue from Graig Kittelson

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet to approve July 2025 contracts and bills. The board is reviewing resolutions to award opioid settlement funds for recovery housing and amend the 2025 budget for Coordinated Services Team Initiative funding.

• Award of Opioid Settlement Funds for Recovery Housing
• Budget amendment for Coordinated Services Team Initiative funding
• Approval of July 2025 HSD Contracts
• Review of July 2025 HSD Bills
• 2026 Human Services Budget Update

The board unanimously approved awarding $300,000 from the opioid settlement to WisHope for recovery housing. It also unanimously approved an amendment to the 2025 Human Services budget adding $1,500 for the Coordinated Services Team initiative. The agenda, prior meeting minutes, and a contract were each approved by unanimous voice vote.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of July 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of July 23, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved unspecified contract (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $300,000 opioid settlement award to WisHope for recovery housing (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved $1,500 amendment to 2025 budget for Coordinated Services Team initiative (unanimous voice vote)
• Adopted next meeting date for August 27, 2025 (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will review July payment reports for both the Division of Extension and the fairgrounds. It will hear a program report from Sara Ennocenti, discuss a position vacancy and funding updates, and receive a request to waive the fairgrounds rental fee for the Girl Scouts of WI Badgerland Council. The committee will also receive a Fair Board report and set the next meeting date.

• Review of July payments – Division of Extension
• Review of July payments – Fairgrounds
• Approval of July contracts – noted as no contracts for the fairgrounds
• Request to waive rental fee for Girl Scouts of WI Badgerland Council
• Position vacancy and funding updates

The committee adopted its agenda and the July 9, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a request to waive rental fees for the Girl Scouts of WI Badgerland Council at the county fair. The board also discussed possible funding options for a vacant Positive Youth Development Educator position, but no decision was made.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Ringhand, seconded by Whitledge)
• Adopted July 9, 2025 Agriculture & Extension minutes (motion by Whitledge, seconded by Ringhand)
• Approved waiver of rental fees for Girl Scouts of WI Badgerland Council (motion by Ringhand, seconded by Whitledge)
• Adjourned meeting by acclamation (motion by Whitledge, seconded by Ringhand)

County Board Staff Committee

The committee will consider resolutions regarding the county's health insurance plan and the naming of a medical sciences lab. Members will also review budget-to-actual reports and fill several appointments for county commissions and councils.

• Resolution to name the UW-Whitewater at Rock County medical sciences lab the “Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub”
• Proposed changes to the County’s Health Insurance Plan
• Appointments to the Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission
• Appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee
• Appointments to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council

The County Board Staff Committee adopted several resolutions, including naming the UW‑Whitewater at Rock County medical sciences lab the “Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub,” approving changes to the county health‑insurance plan, and recognizing Barbara Hembrook for service. The committee also approved appointments to the Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission, the Local Emergency Planning Committee, the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, and the ADRC Nutrition Advisory Committee. One appointment item (Traffic Safety Commission) was postponed.

• Adopted resolution naming the UW‑Whitewater lab “Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub”
• Adopted resolution approving changes to the county health‑insurance plan
• Adopted resolution recognizing Barbara Hembrook for service to Rock Haven
• Approved appointments to the Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission
• Approved appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Committee
• Approved appointments to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (two members voted no)
• Approved appointments to the ADRC Nutrition Advisory Committee
• Postponed appointment to the Traffic Safety Commission

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will consider a possible use‑agreement for Market Street encroachments in Oregon, WI. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda, prior minutes, and a financial report that notes a $350.74 payment to Lee Enterprises for a public‑hearing notice. Additional updates will be provided by the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad on operations and private crossings, and by WisDOT on the Merrimac and Janesville bridges.

• Approval of agenda and July 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Treasurer’s financial report, including $350.74 paid to Lee Enterprises for a public‑hearing notice
• Wisconsin & Southern Railroad report on operations and private crossings
• Discussion of possible use agreements for Market Street encroachments, Oregon, WI
• WisDOT update on Merrimac and Janesville bridges

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority meeting will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the July 2, 2025 meeting, and give updates on ARPA‑funded affordable housing projects and research of the Outagamie Housing Program. The committee will discuss a budget request for the Authority and develop a plan for its future. Public comments must be submitted by noon the day before the meeting via email.

• Update regarding ARPA funded affordable housing projects
• Possible update regarding research of the Outagamie Housing Program – Supervisor Wilson
• Discussion regarding a budget request for the Housing Authority and developing a future plan
• Adoption of agenda and approval of minutes from July 2, 2025

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee will discuss progress of its pilot project and consider revisions to its calendar. Members will review recommendations to present to the County Board about the program’s future and evaluate requests for additional resources. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda and minutes, and sets the next meeting date.

• Review and possible revision of the pilot project calendar
• Discussion of recommendations to the County Board regarding the future of the Youth in Governance Program
• Consideration of requests for additional resources and next steps
• Approval of agenda and June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Setting next meeting date for September 3, 2025

The committee approved the meeting agenda and agreed to place the June 4, 2025 minutes on the next agenda. Supervisor Wilson will update the pilot project calendar, moving the resolution due date to September 11 and shifting recruitment to December. The next meeting was scheduled for September 3, 2025 at 4:30 p.m., and the session was adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion moved by Supervisor Sutterlin, seconded by Max Olson) – adopted
• June 4 2025 minutes will be included on the next meeting agenda for action
• Supervisor Wilson to update pilot project calendar (resolution due date changed to Sep 11; recruitment period moved to Dec)
• Supervisor Wilson will draft program recommendations and a resolution for review at the September 3 meeting
• Set next meeting date: Wednesday, September 3 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
• Motion to adjourn adopted by acclamation

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will consider cost share contracts for waterway systems and critical area stabilization. Members will also review the mid-year budget report and the 2026 budget proposal.

• Cost share contracts: Ca Met Properties LLC (Waterway System), Gallagher (Critical Area Stabilization), and Nilson (Waterway System)
• Yahara WINS Program: Perennial vegetation areas for Bethke (9.5 acres) and Danielson (5.27 acres)
• Review of 2026 Budget Proposal
• Mid Year Budget to Actual Report with comparison to 2024
• Nonmetallic Mine Reclamation Program 2024 audit closeout

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will consider several project updates, including a review of Change Order #1 for the Medical Examiners Office Garage Renovation. It will also discuss the Edgerton Salt Shed dome roof replacement, a wheelchair lift update on the 4th floor, and a temporary roadway between Rock Haven and the Sheriff’s Office. The committee will vote on approving the Omni Technologies Master Agreement and adopt a resolution naming the UW‑Whitewater lab the “Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub.”

• Approval of Omni Technologies Master Agreement
• Review of Change Order #1 for Medical Examiners Office Garage Renovation
• Edgerton Salt Shed dome roof replacement discussion
• 4th‑floor wheelchair lift update
• Discussion of temporary roadway between Rock Haven and Sheriff’s Office

The committee approved the meeting agenda and adopted the July 15, 2025 minutes. It moved the proposal to name the UW‑Whitewater at Rock County Medical Sciences Lab the “Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub” to the full County Board for discussion, requiring a two‑thirds majority. The committee approved a five‑year, $66,000 Omni Technologies master agreement for fire‑alarm testing and maintenance, with annual costs of about $13,000. The committee endorsed proceeding with an $18,850 ramp to replace the fourth‑floor wheelchair lift and approved entering an executive session on litigation strategy before adjourning.

• Approved meeting agenda (adopted)
• Adopted July 15, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Moved naming of Mercyhealth Medical Sciences Hub to full County Board for discussion (adopted)
• Approved $66,000 Omni Technologies master agreement for fire alarm testing and maintenance (adopted)
• Endorsed $18,850 ramp replacement for fourth‑floor wheelchair lift (adopted)
• Approved entry into executive session on litigation strategy (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will review and possibly act on a resolution establishing two‑term limits for citizen representatives. Staff will report on a recap of the June 30 GLTC quarterly meeting, a website update, and a 2026 Facilities Management budget request for solar and greenhouse‑gas reduction. The committee will also announce the next Green Tier Legacy Community meeting scheduled for October 14 in Madison.

• Resolution establishing two‑terms for citizen representatives (Item 5A)
• Recap of June 30 GLTC Quarterly Meeting (Item 6A)
• Website update (Item 6B)
• Next Green Tier Legacy Community Quarterly Meeting – Tuesday, Oct 14, MG & E, Madison (Item 6C)
• Facilities Management Department 2026 budget request for solar and greenhouse‑gas reduction (Item 6D)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the June 6, 2025 minutes. It adopted, as amended, a resolution setting a two‑year term for citizen representatives. The next meeting was scheduled for September 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the General Services meeting location. A motion to adjourn was also adopted.

• Approved meeting agenda (adopted)
• Approved June 6, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adopted resolution establishing a two‑year term for citizen representatives (amended)
• Set next meeting for September 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the General Services meeting location
• Adopted motion to adjourn the meeting

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will meet to review and discuss health insurance options, with a possible vote on the matter. The meeting will be held in person at the Public Works Conference Room and via Zoom.

• Review and possible action on health insurance
• Citizen participation and announcements
• Meeting held at Public Works Conference Room, 3715 N Newville Road
• Public comments must be submitted by noon on July 31, 2025

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will review the current Highway Fund balance. It will also examine preliminary budget projections for 2026, covering the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport, parks, and public works. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Discussion of Highway Fund balance
• Preliminary 2026 budget projection for Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport
• Preliminary 2026 budget projection for parks
• Preliminary 2026 budget projection for public works

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education and Veterans Committee will approve its agenda, minutes, transfers, and June payments. It will then review and discuss updates on the Veterans Services Office, the role of other counties in education, the committee's title research, and youth in governance. Public comments are accepted via email by noon on the meeting day.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes
• Approve transfers
• Review June payments
• Discuss Veterans Services Office update

The Education & Veterans Committee adopted the meeting agenda. It decided that the Youth in Governance pilot should be overseen by the Ag and Extension Committee rather than the Education & Veterans Committee. The meeting was adjourned at 6:49 PM.

• Approved agenda (motion by Bobzien, second by Schneider) – adopted
• Assigned Youth in Governance program to Ag & Extension Committee – agreed
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Bobzien, second by Schneider) – adopted

Groundwater Nitrate Work Group

The Rock County Groundwater Nitrate Work Group will receive updates on the Bedrock Mapping Project, County Farm Area well sampling, UW Extension projects, and the Producer‑Led Watershed Group. The meeting will then discuss a resolution to extend the work group, reviewing past resolutions and proposing new language. The next meeting is scheduled for October 27, 2025.

• Bedrock Mapping Project – Update
• County Farm Area Well Sampling – Update
• UW Extension Projects and Programs – Update
• Producer Led Watershed Group – Update
• Discussion Resolution to Extend the Work Group – review past resolutions and propose new language

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will review and possibly act on the Community Initiatives Policy and a health insurance matter. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the agenda, minutes from July 7, 2025, and scheduling the next meeting. Public comments are accepted until noon on the day of the meeting.

• Review, discussion, and possible action on Community Initiatives Policy
• Review, discussion, and possible action on Health Insurance
• Approval of July 7, 2025 Board minutes

The board approved the meeting agenda and the July 7, 2025 minutes. The Committee adopted an amended Community Initiatives Policy, changing language to give the County Administrator discretion on funding. The health‑insurance plan changes for 2026 were postponed until additional renewal data and an HMO‑only scenario are provided.

• Approved agenda (motion adopted)
• Approved July 7, 2025 minutes (motion adopted)
• Adopted amended Community Initiatives Policy with revised funding language (motion adopted)
• Deferred decision on 2026 health‑insurance plan changes pending renewal numbers and HMO‑only scenario

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from July 16, 2025, and discuss preliminary 2026 budget projections for the Health Department and Rock Haven.

• Approval of July 16, 2025 minutes
• Review of Health Department budget projections
• Review of Rock Haven budget projections

The Finance Committee approved the meeting agenda as presented. It adopted the July 16, 2025 minutes. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 7:25 PM. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion by Bostwick, second Wilson)
• Approved July 16, 2025 minutes (motion by Tillman, second Peer)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:25 PM (motion by Gorman, second Ringhand)

Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission (PRTC)

The Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission will hold open public hearings on the 2026 budget and then consider approval of that budget. The meeting also includes a financial report that authorizes payment of SWWRPC Q2 Management Fees of $2,000. Lease updates will be discussed, including possible renewal terms for a tax parcel in Darlington and existing agreements in Mineral Point. The agenda concludes with standard procedural items and adjournment.

• Consideration and approval of the 2026 budget
• Approve payment of SWWRPC Q2 Management Fees of $2,000
• Possible lease renewal terms for PRTC tax parcel ID 206-1078.0000 in Darlington
• 20‑year parking lot lease in Mineral Point ending March 31, 2025
• Access agreement with The Mineral House, LLC in Mineral Point

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will meet to approve minutes, review land division requests, and examine budget-to-actual figures for the first half of 2025.

• Approval of June 26, 2025, meeting minutes
• Review of land division requests in Harmony and Milton Townships
• Review of budget-to-actual figures for Land Records and Real Property
• Review of budget-to-actual figures for Planning and Development
• Review of June 2025 payments

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will consider and vote on contract approvals. It will also consider three resolutions, including recognizing an individual, and amending the 2025 budget to accept a foster‑parent grant and a national aging and disability transportation stipend. Additional items include an IMPACT award presentation, a crisis services program report, and a review of the 2026 pre‑budget.

• Approval of Contracts
• Resolution to amend 2025 budget for Foster Parent Grant funds
• Resolution to amend 2025 budget for National Aging and Disability Transportation Stipend
• IMP ACT Award Recipient – June
• Program Report: Crisis Services

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss traffic code amendments, and review ATV route applications for the Town of Milton. The committee will also review quarterly equipment purchases and approve June 2025 payments.

• Approval of June 24, 2025 Highway Committee minutes
• Amending Rock County Code of Ordinances 3.103 (Traffic Code)
• Review of ATV route application(s) for Town of Milton
• Review of Semi-Annual Report on Attendance at Conferences
• Review of Quarterly Equipment Purchases

The committee adopted amendments to the Rock County traffic code, updating speed limits on several county highways. It also approved the Town of Milton's application to designate CTH M as an ATV route. The agenda and June 24 minutes were approved, and future meeting dates were set, including the cancellation of the August 12 Parks meeting.

• Amended Rock County Code 3.103 to change speed limits on Afton Rd/CTH D, CTH G, CTH O, and CTH WC – Adopted
• Approved ATV Route designation for CTH M in the Town of Milton – Adopted
• Approved the meeting agenda as presented – Adopted
• Approved the minutes from June 24, 2025 – Adopted
• Cancelled the Parks meeting scheduled for Tuesday, August 12, 2025
• Scheduled the Highway meeting for Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.
• Scheduled the Parks meeting for Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.
• Moved to adjourn the meeting at 8:49 a.m. – Adopted

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will review the 2025 budget performance and begin discussion of the 2026 budget. It will consider the electric service plan for the East Hangar development and evaluate a bid to rehabilitate airport roads. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, payment reports, and other committee updates.

• Approval of May and June payment reports (Consent Calendar)
• Review of 2025 Budget to Actuals
• Discussion of the 2026 Budget
• Electric to the East Hangar Development
• Bid for Airport Roads Rehabilitation

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the May 19 minutes. A motion to approve Scott's Construction’s $46,000 bid for airport roads rehabilitation was passed unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Rick Leyes, seconded by Boehlke)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (motion by Christine Rebout, seconded by Chris Meisner)
• Approved airport roads rehabilitation bid $46,000 (motion by Brent Fox, seconded by Supervisor Homan, unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Supervisor Homan, seconded by Rick Leyes)

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The council will meet to discuss budget items for 2026 and law enforcement concerns. The body will also consider support for a TAD Grant application and review updates from several workgroups.

• Support for TAD Grant Application
• Discussion regarding CJCC-Related 2026 Budget Items
• Discussion regarding Law Enforcement Concerns
• Updates from EBDM Pretrial and Risk Assessment, Risk Reduction Interventions, and Behavioral Health Information Sharing workgroups
• Updates from Executive, Equity, and Domestic Violence workgroups

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council approved the meeting agenda and the May 15, 2025 minutes. The council also voted to continue support for the 2026 TAD Grant and to keep the CJCC as its oversight committee. All three actions were adopted without recorded vote tallies.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Charles Westerberg, second by Erica Boehlke)
• Adopted May 15, 2025 minutes (motion by District Attorney Jason Sanders, second by Chief Chad Pearson)
• Continued support for 2026 TAD Grant and CJCC oversight role (motion by Kate Luster, second by District Attorney Jason Sanders)

ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee

The ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Program committee will meet to review staff statistics and program updates. The body will discuss old business regarding the Janesville Dining Site, the Aging Plan, and Senior Farmers' Market Vouchers.

• Review of Janesville Dining Site
• Discussion of Aging Plan
• Review of Senior Farmers' Market Vouchers
• Committee membership updates
• Reports from Aramark and Nutrition & Health Associates

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will consider a review of a recent fatal crash. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the first quarter 2025 minutes, old and new business, and public input. No specific contracts, rezoning, or fee changes are listed.

• Fatal Crash Review

ADRC Advisory Committee

The ADRC Advisory Committee will review updates to the aging plan, date night rides, fall event, and state/federal budgets. New business includes a public hearing and consideration of 2024 carry‑over funding. Unit updates and complaints will also be addressed.

• Public Hearing (New Business)
• 2024 Carry‑Over Funding (New Business)
• Aging Plan Updates (Old Business)
• Date Night Rides (Old Business)
• Fall Event (Old Business)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss preliminary 2026 budget projections and program information for the Sheriff's Office.

• Review of preliminary 2026 Budget Projections for the Sheriff's Office

The Finance Committee approved the meeting agenda as presented. The July 9, 2025 minutes were approved. The committee then adjourned the meeting at 7:01 PM.

• Agenda approved (motion by Supervisor Mawhinney, seconded by Supervisor Wilson)
• July 9, 2025 minutes approved (motion by Supervisor Peer, seconded by Supervisor Tillman)
• Meeting adjourned at 7:01 PM (motion by Supervisor Towns, seconded by Supervisor Mawhinney)

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will review June payment records and discuss updates on several county facility projects. Items include the schedule for the Medical Examiners garage renovation, the schedule for the Law Enforcement Services/Jail renovation, and the change orders and schedule for the Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center maintenance garage. The committee may take action on these updates after discussion. Public comments are accepted through July 14, 2025.

• Review of June payments
• Schedule update for Medical Examiners garage renovation
• Schedule update for Law Enforcement Services/Jail renovation
• Review of Change Orders 1, 2, & 3 for Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center maintenance garage
• Schedule update for Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center maintenance garage

Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP

The Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP body will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a CST grant application. The group will also review spending from the CCOP risk reserve.

• CST Grant Application
• CCOP Risk Reserve Spending

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will review non-hazmat spill reports and membership applications. The meeting includes updates from the County HazMat Team and Environmental Health.

• Review of non-hazmat spill reports
• Review and approval of membership applications
• Updates from County HazMat Team
• Environmental Health/Contracted EPCRA Service report
• Public Education subcommittee update

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The committee will discuss the invitation plan, draft agenda, and provider list for a Transportation Summit and Community Conversation. The meeting also includes a review of DOT grants 5310 and 85.21.

• Review of Transportation Summit and Community Conversation invitation plan and draft agenda
• Discussion of DOT Grant 5310
• Discussion of DOT Grant 85.21
• Approval of May 30, 2025 minutes

The Transportation Coordinating Committee approved the July 11 agenda and the May 30 minutes. It approved formatting changes to the summit Save‑the‑Date invitation, including adding Cori Marsh’s email. The committee also approved moving the September 19 meeting to the Beckman Mill conference room. The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 am.

• Approved July 11 agenda (motion by Chris Cullen, seconded by Dave Lowe)
• Approved May 30, 2025 minutes (motion by Chris Cullen, seconded by Patty Hansberry)
• Approved Save‑the‑Date invitation changes, adding Cori Marsh’s email (motion by Chris Cullen, seconded by Dave Lowe)
• Approved draft agenda for the summit (motion by Chris Cullen, seconded by John Delaney)
• Approved moving September 19, 2025 meeting to Beckman Mill conference room (motion by Supervisor Cullen)
• Approved adjournment at 10:00 am (motion by Supervisor Cullen, seconded by Jennifer McIlhone)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review several budget amendments to accept grants for drug trafficking, residential treatment, and youth crisis programs. The committee will also consider contracting for temporary staffing services.

• Acceptance of 2025 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Grant
• Budget amendment for Human Services Residential Treatment Room and Board costs
• Budget amendment for Family Drug Treatment Court Grant funds
• Budget amendment for Youth Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry Program Grant funds
• Contracting for temporary staffing services

The committee adopted the meeting allowance of $9,193.07. It approved resolutions to accept the 2025 HIDTA grant and amend the Sheriff’s Office budget, as well as several amendments to the Human Services Department budget for additional grant funds. The committee also approved contracting for temporary staffing services to hire a temporary accountant.

• Approved meeting allowance $9,193.07 (adopted)
• Authorized acceptance of 2025 HIDTA grant and amended Sheriff’s Office budget (adopted)
• Amended Human Services budget to accept residential treatment room and board grant funds (adopted)
• Amended Human Services budget to accept Family Drug Treatment Court grant funds (adopted)
• Amended Human Services budget to accept Youth Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry Program grant funds (adopted)
• Approved contracting for temporary staffing services for a temporary accountant (adopted)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will discuss delegating authority to enter into settlement agreements with opioid defendants. The board is also reviewing several budget amendments to accept grant funds for drug trafficking, family drug treatment, and youth crisis programs.

• Delegating authority for opioid defendant settlement agreements to County Administrator and Corporation Counsel
• Acceptance of 2025 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Grant
• Contract for elevator controls at the Courthouse
• Budget amendments for Residential Treatment Room and Board costs
• Acceptance of Family Drug Treatment Court and Youth Crisis Stabilization grant funds

The Rock County Board adopted Resolution No. R-2025-83, delegating authority to enter settlement agreements with opioid defendants to the County Administrator and Corporation Counsel, by acclamation. The consent agenda was approved by acclamation, and the meeting was adjourned by acclamation. Other listed resolutions (R-2025-76, R-2025-78, R-2025-80, R-2025-81, R-2025-82) were noted but no vote outcome was recorded.

• Consent agenda approved by acclamation
• Resolution R-2025-83 delegating opioid settlement authority adopted by acclamation
• Meeting adjourned by acclamation

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will review budget transfer proposals and discuss purchasing floor‑scrubbing machines. It will also hear updates on staffing payments, a resident council agenda, and a complaint survey review. Public comments are accepted through July 8.

• Budget Transfers
• Purchasing floor‑scrubbing machines
• Review of staffing payments
• Resident Council agenda (information item)
• Review of complaint survey SOD YSGX11

The committee adopted the July 9 agenda after a motion by Supervisor Brien and a second by Supervisor Leavy. It also approved the June 11, 2025 minutes following a motion by Supervisor Fugelseth and a second by Supervisor Ryan. The meeting was then adjourned by motion of Supervisor Fugelseth, seconded by Supervisor Leavy.

• Agenda approved (motion by Brien, second by Leavy)
• June 11, 2025 minutes approved (motion by Fugelseth, second by Ryan)
• Meeting adjourned (motion by Fugelseth, second by Leavy)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider several budget amendment resolutions to accept additional grant funding for residential treatment, family drug treatment court, and youth crisis stabilization programs. The meeting also includes approval of contracts, review of June 2025 bills paid, and a public comment period. The board will vote on these items before adjourning.

• Approval of Contracts
• Review of June 2025 Bills Paid
• Amending the 2025 Human Services Budget to accept additional funding for Residential Treatment Room and Board Costs
• Amending the 2025 Human Services Budget to accept Family Drug Treatment Court Grant Funds
• Amending the 2025 Human Services Budget to accept Youth Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry Program Grant Funds

The Human Services Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes by unanimous voice vote. It then unanimously adopted three resolutions to amend the 2025 Human Services Budget: one to accept additional funding for a residential treatment room and board costs, one to accept a Family Drug Treatment Court grant, and one to accept a Youth Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry Program grant. The board also unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of June 25, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendment to accept funding for residential treatment room and board (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendment to accept Family Drug Treatment Court grant funds (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendment to accept Youth Crisis Stabilization and Community Reentry Program grant funds (unanimous voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet on July 9, 2025 at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes a public comment period focused on the 2026 Human Services Department budget. No formal decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational and procedural.

• Public Comments Regarding the 2026 Human Services Department Budget

The Human Services Board met on July 9, 2025, for its annual public hearing. Chair Brian Knudson called the meeting to order, introduced members and staff, and heard a public comment about the department budget. The hearing was adjourned at 5:05 PM. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will meet to discuss preliminary 2026 budget projections and program information. The discussion will specifically focus on the Human Services Department.

• Review of preliminary 2026 Budget Projections for the Human Services Department

The Finance Committee approved the meeting agenda and the May 15, 2025 minutes. No substantive policy or budget items were decided. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review June payments for the Division of Extension and the Fairgrounds. Members will discuss position vacancies, funding updates, and approve June contracts for the Fairgrounds.

• Review of June payments for Division of Extension
• Program report from Horticulture Educator Julie Hill
• Division of Extension position vacancy and funding updates
• Approval of June Fairgrounds contracts
• Review of yearly Fairgrounds contracts

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee approved the meeting agenda and the June 11, 2025 minutes. It also approved the June contracts for the fairgrounds. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda adoption (moved by Ringhand, seconded by Whitledge) – Adopted
• June 11, 2025 minutes approval (moved by Whitledge, seconded by Ringhand) – Adopted
• June contracts approval (moved by Ringhand, seconded by Whitledge) – Adopted
• Adjournment (moved by Whitledge, seconded by Towns) – Adopted

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Parks will meet to review and potentially take action on the 2026 fee schedule and rentals for the Gibbs Lake House. The committee will also receive the July 2025 Parks Report.

• Discussion and possible action on 2026 Fee Schedule
• Discussion and possible action on Gibbs Lake House Rental
• Review of July 2025 Parks Report

The Public Works Committee adopted the meeting agenda and June 10 minutes. It approved raising the Gibbs Lake rental house rent by 2.4% to $973 per month. The committee also approved the 2026 fee schedule with no changes. The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Supervisor Homan, seconded by Supervisor Pennycook)
• Adopted June 10 minutes (motion by Supervisor Woodman, seconded by Supervisor Pennycook)
• Approved rent increase for Gibbs Lake house to $973/month (2.4% raise) (motion by Supervisor Pennycook, seconded by Supervisor Woodman)
• Approved 2026 Fee Schedule with no changes (motion by Supervisor Pennycook, seconded by Supervisor Woodman)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:43 a.m. (motion by Supervisor Homan, seconded by Supervisor Pennycook)

General

The Rock County Community Advisory Workgroup will discuss the Comprehensive Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan. Topics include population trends and projections, key issues and trends, public survey input, and setting the next meeting date.

• Welcome, introductions and planning overview
• Population trends and projections
• Key issues and trends
• Public survey input
• Next meeting date and time

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Rock County Public Safety & Justice Committee will meet on July 8, 2025. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes, approving transfers, and reviewing June payments. The committee will review and discuss a possible action on the intergovernmental agreement with Dane County Medical Examiner Services. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Review, discussion and possible action on Dane County Medical Examiner Services Intergovernmental Agreement
• Approval of June 24, 2025 minutes
• Approval of transfers
• Review of June payments

The committee approved the meeting agenda and adopted the June 24 minutes with minor amendments. Members voted to have staff prepare a resolution for a five‑year intergovernmental agreement with Dane County for medical examiner services, to be considered at the August meeting. The committee also changed the August 12 meeting to Thursday, August 14 at 4:30 p.m. in the Jury Deliberation Room. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented (adopted)
• Approved June 24 minutes with amendments (adopted)
• Directed staff to draft a resolution for a five‑year intergovernmental medical examiner agreement with Dane County
• Changed August 12 Committee meeting to Thursday, August 14 at 4:30 p.m. in the Jury Deliberation Room
• Adjourned the meeting

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will consider a resolution delegating authority to enter settlement agreements with opioid defendants to the County Administrator and Corporation Counsel. The committee will also discuss possible actions on the Community Based Initiatives Policy and the contracting of temporary staffing services. Additional routine items include approval of agenda, minutes, transfers, and review of April payments.

• Delegating authority to enter opioid settlement agreements to the County Administrator and Corporation Counsel
• Discussion of possible action on the Community Based Initiatives Policy
• Consideration of contracting for temporary staffing services
• Approval of transfers
• Review of April payments

The County Board Staff Committee adopted the agenda and approved the June 23, 2025 minutes. It approved a resolution recognizing Ashley Tillery and a resolution delegating authority to the County Administrator and Corporation Counsel to enter settlement agreements with opioid defendants, amending the year reference to 2025. The committee also approved contracting for a temporary accounting staff member using agency funds.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Ashley Tillery (adopted)
• Approved delegation of authority for opioid settlement agreements to Administrator and Counsel, with amendment to change 2024 to 2025 (adopted)
• Approved contracting for temporary staffing services for an accountant-level position (adopted)

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority board will discuss an amended approval for the Edgerton Community Outreach Housing Project using HOME funds. It will also receive updates on ARPA‑funded affordable housing projects and on research of the Outagamie Housing Program. The meeting includes routine items such as adopting the agenda and approving minutes.

• Amended approval of Edgerton Community Outreach Housing Project (HOME Funds)
• Update on ARPA‑funded affordable housing projects
• Possible update on research of the Outagamie Housing Program

Board of Health

The Board will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from June 4, 2025, and discuss administrative items. Topics include a review of payments, approval of transfers, a Chapter DHS 140 review, and a public health department report featuring a director’s report, a quarterly budget update, and program updates for licensed facilities. Public comments are accepted with a two‑minute limit per speaker.

• Approval of BOH minutes dated 6‑4‑25
• Review of payments
• Approval of transfers
• Chapter DHS 140 review by Joe Larson
• Quarterly budget update for the public health department

The Board of Health adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Schulz and a second by Kolste, with all members voting in favor. The minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting were approved following a motion by Schneider and a second by Gresens, again unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by a unanimous motion from Koste, seconded by Schneider.

• Agenda adopted (unanimous vote)
• June 4, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous vote)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous vote)

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will meet to review May 2025 payments and discuss updates on capital projects. The committee is also scheduled to review and approve a resolution to award a contract for elevator controls at the courthouse.

• Contract award for elevator controls at the courthouse
• Review of May 2025 payments
• Updates on capital projects

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 3, 2025. It approved the resolution to award the contract for modernizing elevator controls at the courthouse. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved June 3, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved elevator controls contract for courthouse (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from the June 12 meeting. It will then review and consider possible action on four land development applications (LD 2025 030, 032, 033, 034) from Neward, Bradford, and Turtle Townships. The meeting also includes a HOME Consortium update, finance items, and standard reports before adjournment.

• Review of LD 2025 030 – Neward Township, Carratt (1 Lot CSM)
• Review of LD 2025 032 – Bradford Township, Milner/Wegner (1 Lot CSM)
• Review of LD 2025 033 – Turtle Township, Aarud (2 Lot CSM)
• Review of LD 2025 034 – Bradford Township, Waite (1 Lot CSM)
• HOME Consortium update

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will adopt the meeting agenda and approve minutes from June 12 and June 14, 2025. They will confirm appointments to the ADRC Advisory Committee and the Parks Advisory Committee, and recognize county employees. A public hearing will be held, followed by a report on the Rock Haven consultant study recommendations. New business includes discussion of supplementary appropriations, budget changes, and contract items.

• Adoption of agenda (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of minutes – June 12, 2025 and June 14, 2025
• Appointment to the ADRC Advisory Committee
• Recognition of Rebecca Luckus
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes – roll call

The Board approved the consent agenda by acclamation. It appointed James Davis to the ADRC Advisory Committee and Kristine Ellis and Cathy Schneider to the Parks Advisory Committee. The Board adopted Resolution R-2025-77 to recognize Diane Kowal by acclamation. The meeting was adjourned by acclamation.

• Consent agenda approved by acclamation
• James Davis appointed to ADRC Advisory Committee (effective June 26, 2025)
• Kristine Ellis appointed to Parks Advisory Committee (effective July 1, 2025)
• Cathy Schneider appointed to Parks Advisory Committee (effective July 1, 2025)
• Resolution R-2025-77 recognizing Diane Kowal adopted by acclamation
• Meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m. approved by acclamation

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and resolutions. The board will receive a budget update for 2026 and review the current transit van fleet.

• Approval of contracts
• Resolution recognizing Rebecca Luckus
• 2026 Budget Update
• Update on vacant positions
• Review of Transit Van Fleet

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the June 11 meeting. Amy Simmons received the Human Services IMPACT Award for her client assistance. The board also unanimously approved a resolution recognizing Rebecca Luckus for her years of service. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote.

• Agenda approved unanimously (voice vote)
• Minutes of June 11 meeting approved unanimously (voice vote)
• Human Services IMPACT Award presented to Amy Simmons
• Resolution recognizing Rebecca Luckus approved unanimously (voice vote)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (voice vote)

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Highway Committee will review and possibly act on bridge aid petitions from the Town of Porter. It will also receive updates on ongoing projects, including the CTH H project, and hear a staff update. The meeting includes a review of May 2025 payment items before adjourning.

• Discussion and possible action on Bridge Aid Petitions – Town of Porter
• Project update discussion
• CTH H project update discussion
• Staff update discussion
• Review of May 2025 payments

The Public Works Committee adopted the agenda and the May 27, 2025 minutes. It approved the Bridge Aid Petition for the Town of Porter, providing $5,043 to reimburse half the cost of two culvert replacements. The meeting was adjourned at 8:53 a.m.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved Bridge Aid Petition for Town of Porter, $5,043 funding (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment (adopted)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will review a resolution to accept the 2025 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) grant and to amend the Sheriff's Office 2025 budget. The committee will also adopt a resolution recognizing Diane Kowal. Additionally, the board will discuss expectations for the 2024 Annual Report presentation and handle routine consent‑calendar items such as transfers and payments.

• Authorize acceptance of the 2025 HIDTA grant and amend the Sheriff's Office 2025 budget
• Adopt a resolution recognizing Diane Kowal
• Approve consent‑calendar items: transfers and review of payments
• Discuss expectations for the 2024 Annual Report presentation
• Approve June 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The Public Safety & Justice Committee met on June 24, 2025 at the 911 Communications Center. The committee approved the agenda and adopted the minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting. It authorized acceptance of the 2025 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) grant and amended the Sheriff's Office 2025 budget. The committee also approved a resolution recognizing Diane Kowal and then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (adopted)
• Adopted June 10, 2025 minutes with amendments (adopted)
• Authorized acceptance of 2025 HIDTA grant and amended Sheriff's Office 2025 budget (adopted)
• Approved resolution recognizing Diane Kowal (approved)
• Adopted adjournment (adopted)

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will conduct its regular meeting. Items include approving the agenda and minutes, recognizing two community members, and considering appointments to the ADRC Advisory Committee and the Parks Advisory Committee. Public comments are accepted until noon on the day of the meeting.

• Recognition of Diane Kowal
• Recognition of Rebecca Luckus
• Appointment to the ADRC Advisory Committee
• Appointments to the Parks Advisory Committee

The committee adopted the meeting agenda. It adopted resolutions recognizing Diane Kowal and Rebecca Luckus. It approved the appointment to the ADRC Advisory Committee and the appointments to the Parks Advisory Committee. The meeting was adjourned at 4:36 P.M.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Diane Kowal (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Rebecca Luckus (adopted)
• Approved appointment to the ADRC Advisory Committee (adopted)
• Approved appointments to the Parks Advisory Committee (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:36 P.M. (adopted)

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education and Veterans Committee will receive updates from the Veterans Services Office and on local pistons and props activities. It will discuss the role of other counties in education, research the committee’s title, and provide a youth‑in‑governance update. The meeting also includes standard items such as agenda approval, minutes approval, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Veterans Services Office update
• Update on pistons and props activities
• Discussion of other counties' role in education
• Research on committee name title
• Youth in governance update

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the debt issuance and bond rating process with Carol Wirth of Wisconsin Public Finance Professionals, LLC. Members will also discuss the development and feedback for the 2026 budget and review a strategic plan overview.

• Discussion and review of debt issuance and bond rating process
• Consideration and discussion on 2026 budget development and feedback
• Strategic plan overview

The Board heard a strategic‑plan overview report from Randy Terronez, a presentation on debt issuance and bond rating by Carol Wirth, and a discussion on the 2026 budget development. No motions were voted on, approved, denied, or tabled. The meeting adjourned at 11:32 a.m.

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will hold a hybrid meeting to review code enforcement cases and approve May 2025 payments. The agenda includes a review of two land development cases and the approval of committee minutes.

• Review of code enforcement case LD 2025 020 (Avon Township)
• Review of code enforcement case LD 2025 038 (Beloit Township)
• Approval of minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting
• Review of May 2025 payments
• Committee reports

The Planning & Development Committee approved three minor land division applications: LD 2025 020 in Avon Township, LD 2025 015 in Lima Township, and LD 2025 038 in Beloit Township. Each motion passed with a unanimous vote and included specific conditions for the Lima and Beloit proposals. The committee also adopted its agenda and the May 22 minutes before adjourning.

• Approved LD 2025 020 (Avon Township) 2‑lot minor land division, unanimous vote
• Approved LD 2025 015 (Lima Township) 2‑lot minor land division with conditions, unanimous vote
• Approved LD 2025 038 (Beloit Township) 3‑lot minor land division, unanimous vote
• Adopted meeting agenda (motion by Cullen, seconded by Wilson)
• Adopted minutes from May 22, 2025 (motion by Cullen, seconded by Boehlke)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:14 AM (motion by Wilson, seconded by Cullen)

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will meet to review payments and transfers. The committee will also discuss and potentially take action on updates to the Fund Balance Policy.

• Review of payments over $10,000
• Review, discussion, and possible action on Fund Balance Policy updates
• Approval of per meeting allowances
• Approval of May payments

The Finance Committee approved the meeting agenda and the May 22, 2025 minutes. It approved per‑meeting allowances totaling $14,421.81. The committee adopted an amendment to the Fund Balance Policy that limits the Assigned Capital Projects Fund balance to $150,000 and sets a target balance of 5%‑10% of the current‑year sales‑tax‑funded budgeted expenditures. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved per‑meeting allowances $14,421.81 (adopted)
• Adopted amendment to Fund Balance Policy capping Assigned Capital Projects Fund at $150,000 and targeting 5%‑10% of sales‑tax‑funded expenditures (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will adopt the agenda, approve May 22, 2025 minutes, and make several appointments and recognitions. The board will award the contract for renovating the Fairgrounds Grandstand and hold a public hearing. New business includes supplementary appropriations, budget changes, and contract roll calls. Two executive sessions will be held: one to deliberate the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center and another to confer with legal counsel on a workers compensation claim involving Sarah Vance.

• Awarding the contract for renovation of the Fairgrounds Grandstand
• Executive session to deliberate the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center (closed session)
• Executive session to discuss strategy for the workers compensation claim of Sarah Vance (closed session)
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes (roll call)
• Contracts roll call

The board appointed new members to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council and the Housing Authority, adopted several resolutions recognizing county employees, approved a contract to renovate the Fairgrounds Grandstand, and passed a resolution reforming the Community Agency Initiatives appropriations policy by a 17‑10 vote. The board also entered an executive session to discuss the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center, approved unanimously. A second executive session was opened to consider strategy for a workers’ compensation litigation, also approved unanimously.

• Appointed Amanda Nelson, Dennis LeCaptain, Charles Westerberg, Josh Grube, Jay Laufenberg to Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (effective June 12)
• Appointed James Farrell to Housing Authority (effective June 12)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2025-74 recognizing Bruce Holcomb (by acclamation)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2025-73 recognizing Brenda Alton (by acclamation)
• Approved contract for renovation of Fairgrounds Grandstand (Resolution No. R-2025-72, by acclamation)
• Approved Resolution No. R-2025-68 reforming Community Agency Initiatives Appropriations Policy (17‑10)
• Approved executive session to discuss sale of Rock County Health Care Center (27‑0)
• Approved executive session to discuss workers’ compensation litigation strategy (27‑0)

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will meet to discuss budget transfers and review payments. The body will also examine resident protein intake and staffing agency payments.

• Budget transfers
• Review of payments to staffing agencies
• Review of adequate protein for residents
• Rock Haven Improvement Committee information item
• Resident Council and Agenda information item

The committee adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Supervisor Ryan and a second by Supervisor Brien. It also approved the May 21, 2025 minutes following a motion by Supervisor Schulz and a second by Supervisor Brien. The meeting was adjourned at 9:49 a.m. after a motion by Supervisor Schulz and a second by Supervisor Ryan.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:49 a.m. (adopted)

Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven

The Joint Ad Hoc for the Future of Rock Haven and Health Services Committee will meet to review and potentially act on updates to the Rock Haven work rules. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 16, 2025.

• Discussion and possible action on updates to the Rock Haven Work Rules

The committee approved its agenda and the April 16, 2025 minutes. A resolution to put forward the HR‑recommended changes to the Rock Haven Work Rules and personnel policy was adopted with a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to forward HR changes to Rock Haven Work Rules (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider and vote on contract approvals. The board will also review May 2025 HSD bill payments and hear updates on the 2026 budget, building safety initiatives, and motorpool management. Public comment will be accepted before the approvals. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.

• Approval of contracts
• Review of May 2025 HSD bills paid
• Director's report: 2026 budget update
• Building safety initiatives update
• Report on transition to Faster for motorpool management

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting by unanimous voice vote. No contracts or resolutions were approved. The board then adjourned unanimously at 5:24 p.m.

• Agenda approved unanimously (voice vote)
• May 28, 2025 minutes approved unanimously (voice vote)
• No contracts approved
• No resolutions approved
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (motion by Schulz, seconded by Woodman)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review May payments and contracts for the Division of Extension and the Fairgrounds. Members will consider a rental fee waiver for the Wisconsin Show Pig Association and vote on rental policy changes and agreement amendments.

• Rental fee waiver request from Wisconsin Show Pig Association
• Approval of Fairgrounds rental policy changes
• Approval of Fairgrounds rental agreement amendment
• Review of May payments for Division of Extension and Fairgrounds
• Program report from FoodWIse Program Administrator Shana Leith

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee approved the May contracts for the fairgrounds. It also approved a waiver of rental fees for the Wisconsin Show Pig Association, an amendment to the rental agreement, and changes to the rental policy. All approvals were adopted without recorded vote counts. The next meeting was set for July 9, 2025.

• Approved May contracts for the fairgrounds
• Approved waiver of rental fees for WI Show Pig Association
• Approved Rental Agreement Amendment
• Approved Rental Policy changes

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee (Parks) will review the Rock River Heritage Park pond analysis and consider possible actions. The meeting also includes recognition of Parks Advisory Committee members Floyd Finney and Tom Presny, and a review of the June 2025 Parks Report. Residents may submit public comments by noon on June 9, 2025.

• Discussion and possible action on Rock River Heritage Park Pond Analysis
• Recognition of Parks Advisory Committee members Floyd Finney and Tom Presny
• Review of Parks Report – June 2025
• Upcoming meetings: Highway Meeting June 24, 2025; Parks Meeting July 8, 2025
• Public comment period open until noon June 9, 2025

The Public Works Committee approved the agenda as presented and adopted the minutes from May 13, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned at 8:54 a.m. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment (adopted)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Rock County Public Safety & Justice Committee will meet on June 10, 2025, to approve the agenda, review minutes, and discuss departmental reports. The meeting is held at the Communications Center in Janesville.

• Approval of May 22, 2025 minutes
• Approval of transfers and payments
• Recognition of Brenda Alton for service
• Review of departmental vehicle reporting
• Discussion on hiring, vacancies, and turnover

The Public Safety & Justice Committee adopted the meeting agenda and the May 22, 2025 minutes. A resolution recognizing Brenda Alton for service to Rock County was approved. The committee then moved to adjourn the meeting.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Supervisor Knudson, second by Supervisor Whitledge)
• Approved May 22, 2025 minutes (motion by Supervisor Knudson, second by Supervisor Whitledge)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Brenda Alton (motion by Supervisor Schwarz, second by Supervisor Whitledge)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:35 pm (motion by Supervisor Schwarz, second by Supervisor Knudson)

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will review a recommendation for the 2026 employee health insurance plan structure. The body will also consider appointments to the Housing Authority and the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council.

• Recommendation on Health Insurance Plan Structure for 2026
• Appointments to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Appointment to the Housing Authority
• Resolutions recognizing Bruce Holcomb, Marc Donalson, and Brenda Alton
• Executive session regarding litigation for the workers compensation claim of Sarah Vance

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will discuss litigation concerning the City of Baraboo's sewer line installation on bridge B‑368 and may move to a closed session for legal counsel advice. Commissioners will also review a proposal to update the 2014 Rail Economic Impact Study and consider actions related to the July public hearing for the 2026 draft budget. Additional updates will be received from Wisconsin & Southern Railroad, WisDOT, and other agencies.

• Consider adjourning to closed session to confer with legal counsel on Baraboo bridge B‑368 litigation
• Discuss proposal to update the 2014 Rail Economic Impact Study
• Financial report with possible action on July public hearing for the 2026 draft budget
• Wisconsin & Southern Railroad report on operations, private crossings, and material reuse from Walking Iron Trail project
• WisDOT report on bridge updates in Merrimac and Janesville

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will meet to elect a Vice Chair. The body will also receive updates on affordable housing projects and a research project regarding restrictive covenants.

• Nomination and election of Vice Chair
• Update on ARPA funded affordable housing projects
• Update on Restrictive Covenant Research Project

The board adopted its agenda and approved the May 7, 2025 minutes. Katie Udell nominated Supervisor Wilson for Vice Chair, and the motion was unanimously approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Adopted meeting agenda (motion by Supervisor Wilson, seconded by Badri Balur)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (motion by Katie Udell, seconded by Supervisor Wilson)
• Elected Supervisor Wilson as Vice Chair (nominated by Katie Udell, seconded by Badri Balur, unanimous approval)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Badri Balur, seconded by Supervisor Wilson)

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee will review progress on its pilot project. Members will discuss and possibly act on the project calendar, future engagement and funding, survey development, handbook components, and resource needs. The meeting will also set the date for the next session.

• Review and possible revision of the pilot project calendar
• Discussion of next steps for future engagement and funding/fund‑raising
• Development of a survey and pilot project evaluation process
• Consideration of handbook/guidebook components for the pilot
• Requests for additional resources needed for the project

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and the May 7 minutes. It approved a budget recommendation not to exceed $5,000 for the 2025‑26 Youth in Governance program. The revised youth feedback form was approved after discussion. The next meeting was scheduled for August 6, 2025.

• Approved meeting agenda (adopted)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved Youth in Governance 2025‑26 budget recommendation not to exceed $5,000 (adopted)
• Approved revised ongoing feedback form with adjusted question order (adopted)
• Set next meeting date for August 6, 2025 at 4:30 pm (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:35 pm by acclamation (adopted)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss administrative business. The agenda includes a review of payments, approval of transfers, and a report from the Public Health Department Director.

• Review of payments
• Approval of transfers
• Public Health Department Director's Report

The Board of Health adopted the meeting agenda with all members present voting in favor. The May 7, 2025 minutes were approved by a vocal majority. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (all members present voted in favor)
• Approved May 7, 2025 minutes (vocal majority)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee met on June 3, 2025. It will approve the contract to renovate the Fairgrounds Grandstand and discuss updates on the jail renovation schedule, maintenance garage change orders at the Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center, and facilities management staffing. An executive session will be held to consider negotiations on the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center. Public comments were accepted through June 2, 2025.

• Awarding the contract for renovation of the Fairgrounds Grandstand
• Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project – schedule update
• Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Resource Center maintenance garage – review of change orders and schedule update
• Review of Facilities Management staffing
• Executive session to deliberate on negotiation for sale of the Rock County Health Care Center

The General Services Committee adopted the agenda and approved the May 20 minutes. It approved the resolution awarding the contract to renovate the Fairgrounds Grandstand, modifying the scope to stay within budget. The committee entered an executive session unanimously to discuss the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion by Cullen, seconded by Homan) – adopted
• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (motion by Cullen, seconded by Homan) – adopted
• Awarded contract for Fairgrounds Grandstand renovation – adopted
• Entered executive session on health‑care‑center sale – unanimous roll‑call approval
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Cullen, seconded by Homan) – adopted

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will meet to review an air monitoring project and an Alliant Energy community solar project. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and staff reports.

• Review Rock County Health Department Air Monitoring Project
• Review Alliant Energy Community Solar Project Update
• Approval of May 6, 2025, Minutes
• Webpage Update
• Next meeting scheduled for July 1, 2025

The committee adopted the agenda and the May 6, 2025 minutes. It agreed to hold the next meeting on July 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM and adjourned at 11:01 AM.

• Approved agenda (motion by Sutterlin, second by Gorman) – adopted
• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (motion by Sutterlin, second by Gorman) – adopted
• Set next meeting for July 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM – agreed
• Adjourned meeting at 11:01 AM (motion by Sutterlin, second by Gorman) – adopted

General

The Rock County Transportation Coordinating Committee will meet on May 30, 2025, to approve minutes from March 28, 2025, and review resolutions regarding public transit and bylaws. The agenda includes a review of the Rock County Public Transit/Human Services Transportation Plan and an update on DOT grants.

• Approval of March 28, 2025 TCC Minutes
• Review of Rock County Public Transit/Human Services Transportation Plan
• Rock County Coordinated Public Transit/Human Services Annual Transit Providers Meeting
• Bylaws resolution review
• DOT Grants (5310, 85.21, Other)

The Transportation Coordinating Committee approved its agenda and the March 28, 2025 minutes. A motion to move TCC meetings to the second Friday of odd-numbered months at 9:00 am was approved. The committee scheduled a Coordinated Public Transit/Human Services meeting for September 19, 2025 at 10:00 am and set the next regular meeting for July 11, 2025 at 9:00 am.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion approved)
• Approved March 28, 2025 minutes (motion approved)
• Changed TCC meetings to second Friday of odd months at 9:00 am (motion approved)
• Scheduled Coordinated Public Transit/Human Services meeting for Sep 19, 2025 at 10:00 am (decision made)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for July 11, 2025 at 9:00 am (decision made)
• Approved adjournment at 9:34 am (motion approved)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts, recognize a recipient of the IMPACT Award, and discuss the 2026 budget timeline. The meeting is hybrid and open to public comment.

• Approval of contracts (HS Board Contract Summary)
• Recognizing Marc Donalson
• IMPACT Award Recipient - April
• Update on Federal Funding Cuts
• Transit Program Updates

The Human Services Board approved the meeting agenda and the May 14 minutes, both by unanimous voice vote. The board also approved pending contracts without dissent. A resolution honoring Marc Donalson for his service was adopted unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Agenda approved (unanimous voice vote)
• May 14 minutes approved (unanimous voice vote)
• Contracts approved (unanimous voice vote)
• Resolution recognizing Marc Donalson approved (unanimous voice vote)
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous approval)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Highway will meet to review a resolution recognizing Bruce Holcomb and discuss a budget to actual report. The committee will also consider an issue paper regarding an access control driveway permit for CTH D.

• Resolution recognizing Bruce Holcomb
• Issue Paper: Access Control Driveway Permit - CTH D
• Review of April 2025 payments
• Budget to Actual Report discussion

The Public Works Committee approved its agenda and the April 22, 2025 minutes. It adopted a resolution honoring Bruce Holcomb upon his retirement after more than 30 years of service. The committee also adopted an Issue Paper allowing a private entrance on an access‑controlled parcel on CTH D despite spacing deficiencies.

• Approved agenda as presented (adopted)
• Approved minutes from April 22, 2025 (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Bruce Holcomb’s retirement (adopted)
• Adopted Issue Paper for access‑control driveway permit on CTH D (adopted)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The committee will review budget-to-actual reports and 2024 comparisons for the 911 Communications Center, Medical Examiner, and Sheriff's Office. Members will also discuss hiring updates, vacancies, and turnover across several public safety and justice departments.

• Budget to Actual reports for 911 Communications Center, Medical Examiner, and Sheriff's Office
• Hiring and vacancy updates for Clerk of Circuit Court and Circuit Court
• 911 hiring updates
• RCSO personnel activity 2024-2025
• Child Support Services hiring and turnover information

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will review two code‑enforcement land‑development requests, receive an update on the discontinuance of the local CDBG revolving loan fund, and discuss the selection of a Community Advisory Workgroup for the Comprehensive Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan. A workshop will also address updates to those plans.

• Review and possible action on LD 2025 014 (Bradford Township – Bliss 2‑lot CSM, PP 10‑15)
• Review and possible action on LD 2025 015 (Lima Township – Brummel 2‑lot CSM, PP 16‑22)
• Update on discontinuance of CDBG Revolving Loan Fund and transition to consortium administration
• Selection of Community Advisory Workgroup for Comprehensive Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan
• Workshop on Comprehensive Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan updates (PP 23‑42)

The Planning & Development Committee adopted its agenda and approved the May 8 minutes. It unanimously approved the action items for Land Division LD 2025‑014 (Bradford Township) and LD 2025‑015 (Lima Township) with recommended conditions. The committee also unanimously approved the selection of a Community Advisory Workgroup for the Comprehensive Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan. The meeting was adjourned at 9:52 AM.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 8 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2025‑014 minor land division with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2025‑015 minor land division with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved selection of Community Advisory Workgroup (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will meet to review and approve a resolution regarding legal counsel for opioid litigation. The meeting includes a period for citizen participation.

• Resolution confirming and ratifying the authority of counsel to add additional defendants to opioid litigation, including in MDL 2804

The committee adopted a resolution confirming Rock County counsel’s authority to add additional defendants to the opioid litigation, including MDL 2804. The resolution was described as a precautionary step to prevent challenges from newly added defendants such as OptumRx. The agenda was approved as presented and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Adopted resolution confirming counsel’s authority to add additional defendants to opioid litigation (including MDL 2804)
• Adjourned meeting

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will meet to review and approve resolutions. The primary item for consideration is the ratification of a labor agreement.

• Resolution to ratify the 2024-2025 Labor Agreement between Rock County and the Deputy Sheriffs' Supervisor Association

The Public Safety & Justice Committee approved its meeting agenda. It ratified the 2024‑2025 labor agreement with the Deputy Sheriffs' Supervisor Association and confirmed the insurance premium rates of 1% for staff who completed HEIP and 10% for those who did not. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (adopted)
• Ratified 2024‑2025 labor agreement with Deputy Sheriffs' Supervisor Association (adopted)
• Verified insurance premium contribution: 1% for staff completing HEIP, 10% for staff not completing HEIP (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes, transfers, and resolutions, including amending the 2025 Human Services Department budget. The committee will also discuss updates to fund balance and budget transfer policies, and consider contracting with a paying agent for debt payments.

• Amending the 2025 Human Services Department Budget to Accept Additional Funding
• Review and possible action on updates to the Fund Balance Policy
• Review and possible action on updates to the Budget Amendment and Transfer Policy
• Review and possible action on contracting with a paying agent for debt payments
• Approval of November 7, 2024 and May 8, 2025 Minutes

The committee approved an amendment to the 2025 Human Services Department budget to accept an additional $25,000 of state funding. It also adopted updates to the Budget Amendment and Transfer Policy and approved contracting with a paying agent for debt payments, with fees of $450‑$475 per issuance and a one‑time $300‑$350 fee. Action on the Fund Balance Policy update was postponed to the next meeting. Procedural items such as the agenda, prior minutes and adjournment were also approved.

• Approved amendment to Human Services Department budget to accept additional $25,000 (adopted)
• Adopted updates to the Budget Amendment and Transfer Policy (adopted)
• Approved contract with a paying agent for debt payments; fees $450‑$475 per issuance, $300‑$350 one‑time (adopted)
• Postponed action on updates to the Fund Balance Policy until next meeting (postponed)
• Approved meeting agenda as presented (adopted)
• Approved November 7, 2024 minutes (adopted)
• Approved May 8, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss budget amendments and contracts for human services and courthouse restoration. The board is also reviewing a performance process for the County Administrator and updates to private sewage system ordinances.

• Amending Rock County Code of Ordinances 6.121 regarding Private Sewage Systems
• Ratifying the 2024-2025 Labor Agreement with the Deputy Sheriffs' Supervisor Association
• Contract for Exterior Wall Restoration at the Courthouse and Youth Services Center
• Contract with Advanced Care Empire, LLC for Residential Services
• Adding additional defendants to opioid litigation, including in MDL 2804

ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee

The Rock County Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee will approve the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes, receive staff updates and statistics, and discuss old business items such as the Janesville Dining Site, the County Aging Plan, and the 2025 Senior Farmers' Market vouchers. The committee will also hear reports from service providers including Aramark and Nutrition & Health Associates, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve March 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discuss Janesville Dining Site
• Review County Aging Plan
• Consider Senior Farmers' Market Vouchers 2025
• Report from Aramark

The Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee meeting on May 21, 2025 was canceled because a quorum was not present. Only two members, Chuck Wilson and Pat Burhans, were present. Consequently, no agenda items, minutes, or other business were approved or acted upon.

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will meet to review budget transfers and staffing agency payments from January to March 2025. The body will also receive reports on census, revenue, and maintenance.

• Resolution recognizing Shelly Hogan for service to Rock Haven
• Review of payments to staffing agencies
• Review of staffing agency payments from Jan to Mar 2025
• Budget transfers
• Reports on census and revenue

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and approved the April 9, 2025 minutes. A resolution recognizing Shelly Hogan for service to Rock Haven was approved by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved resolution recognizing Shelly Hogan (5-0)
• Adopted adjournment (unanimous)

ADRC Advisory Committee

The Aging and Disability Resource Center Advisory Committee will meet to conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also discuss updates to the Aging Plan and state and federal budgets.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Aging Plan updates
• State and Federal budgets
• Links Newsletter changes

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will consider and vote on awarding a contract for exterior wall restoration at the Courthouse and Youth Services Center. It will also discuss a contract with Sun Mechanical Inc. to relocate the Medical Examiner walk‑in cooler and freezer, provide updates on bid limits and the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project, and hold an executive session on negotiating the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center.

• Award contract for exterior wall restoration at the Courthouse and Youth Services Center
• Approve contract with Sun Mechanical Inc. to relocate the Medical Examiner walk‑in cooler & freezer
• Update on bid limits SB‑216 & AB‑217
• Update on Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project – birds nesting in Pinehurst Building roof and completion schedule
• Executive session to negotiate sale of the Rock County Health Care Center

The General Services Committee adopted a resolution to award the exterior wall restoration contract for the Courthouse and Youth Services Center. It also approved a contract with Sun Mechanical Inc. to relocate the Medical Examiner walk‑in cooler and freezer. The committee voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center.

• Approved agenda – adopted
• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes – adopted
• Awarded exterior wall restoration contract for Courthouse and Youth Services Center – adopted
• Approved contract with Sun Mechanical Inc. to relocate Medical Examiner walk‑in cooler & freezer – adopted
• Voted unanimously to enter executive session on health‑care‑center property sale – adopted
• Moved to adjourn – adopted

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Rock County Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to approve minutes, review significant non-hazmat events, and discuss tribal membership and facility plans. The meeting will also include a presentation from Shine Technologies.

• Approval of March 18, 2025 minutes
• Shine Technologies presentation
• Tribal Position Discussion
• Facility Plan Approval
• Planning Facility Map

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will meet on May 19, 2025 to conduct routine business. Items include adopting the agenda, approving the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes, and reviewing a lease option agreement. The board will also consider transfers, payments, and other resolutions.

• Lease Option Agreement
• Approval of 2025-04-28 Meeting Minutes
• Consent Calendar – Approval of Transfers
• Consent Calendar – Review of Payments
• Resolutions and Committee Endorsements

The board adopted the meeting agenda. It approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. It approved a lease option agreement for the East Hangar Development area, setting a $500 fee for a six‑month term.

• Adopted agenda (motion passed)
• Approved April 28, 2025 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved lease option agreement $500 for six months (all in favor, none opposed)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:37 a.m. (motion passed)

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will consider several resolutions, including ratifying the 2024‑2025 labor agreement with the Deputy Sheriffs' Supervisor Association and authorizing the elimination of the Community Agency Initiatives Policy. The committee will also review a reform to the Community Agency Initiatives Appropriations Policy and adopt a resolution for the administrator performance review process. Additional items include recognitions of community members and setting the next meeting date.

• Ratify the 2024‑2025 Labor Agreement between Rock County and the Deputy Sheriffs' Supervisor Association
• Authorize the Elimination of the Rock County Community Agency Initiatives Policy (Policy 2.02)
• Reform the Community Agency Initiatives Appropriations Policy
• Adopt a resolution implementing the process for the Rock County Administrator performance review
• Recognize Christy Collins, Shelly Hogan, Nathan DeBoer, and Craig Weberg for service

The committee rejected a proposal to eliminate the Rock County Community Agency Initiatives Policy (vote 8‑1). It then approved, as amended, a resolution to reform the Community Agency Initiatives Appropriations Policy, aligning funding with legal recommendations. Additional items adopted included the administrator performance‑review process, the 2024‑2025 deputy sheriffs labor agreement, and several recognitions of community members.

• Rejected elimination of Community Agency Initiatives Policy (8‑1 vote)
• Adopted amended reform of Community Agency Initiatives Appropriations Policy (8‑1 vote)
• Adopted Administrator Performance Review process resolution
• Ratified 2024‑2025 Deputy Sheriffs labor agreement (3.2% & 3.8% raises)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Christy Collins
• Adopted resolution recognizing Shelly Hogan
• Adopted resolution recognizing Nathan DeBoer
• Adopted resolution recognizing Craig Weberg

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet to discuss crime prevention funding with District Attorney Sanders. The body will also review updates from several workgroups and discuss law enforcement concerns.

• Discussion regarding Crime Prevention Funding Board with District Attorney Sanders
• Updates from Executive, Equity, and Domestic Violence workgroups
• Updates from EBDM Pretrial and Risk Assessment, Risk Reduction Interventions, and Behavioral Health Information Sharing workgroups
• Discussion regarding Law Enforcement Concerns
• Consideration of future areas for CJCC focus and action

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider, discuss, and provide direction on budget policies related to developing the 2026 county budget. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval, citizen participation, and setting future meeting dates.

• Discuss and provide direction on budget policies for the 2026 Rock County budget

The committee adopted the agenda as presented. Several upcoming meeting dates were moved: the July 8 meeting was changed to July 9, the July 15 meeting to July 16, and dates for July 17 and July 31 were set with locations to be determined. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 PM.

• Approved meeting agenda (adopted)
• Moved July 8, 2025 meeting to July 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Moved July 15, 2025 meeting to July 16, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Scheduled July 17, 2025 meeting at 6:00 p.m. (location TBD)
• Scheduled July 31, 2025 meeting at 6:00 p.m. (location TBD)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 PM (adopted)

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will meet to approve minutes from April 9, 2025, and review payments and budget transfers. The committee will also recognize Shelly Hogan for service to Rock Haven.

• Approval of April 9, 2025 minutes
• Review of committee payments
• Budget transfers
• Resolution recognizing Shelly Hogan
• Review of staffing agency payments (Jan–Mar 2025)

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider several items, including a budget amendment to accept additional funding. It will also authorize a contract with Advanced Care Empire, LLC for residential services. Additional agenda items include approving contracts, reviewing paid bills, and setting the date for the annual public hearing.

• Amending the 2025 Human Services Department Budget to accept additional funding
• Authorizing a contract with Advanced Care Empire, LLC for residential services
• Approval of contracts
• Review of April 2025 Human Services Department bills (Part 1 and Part 2)
• Setting the date for the annual Human Services public hearing

The Human Services Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 23 meeting. It adopted a resolution honoring Christy Collins for over 12 years of service. The board amended the 2025 budget to accept an additional $25,000 for urban youth substance‑use prevention. It also authorized a contract with Advanced Care Empire, LLC and set the public hearing date for July 9.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of April 23, 2025 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved resolution recognizing Christy Collins for 12+ years of service (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved amendment to accept $25,000 Urban Youth Substance Use Prevention Funds (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved contract with Advanced Care Empire, LLC for residential services (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved setting Human Services public hearing for July 9 (unanimous voice vote)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will review April payment reports for both the Extension division and the Fairgrounds. It will hear a program report from Alison Pfau, the bilingual regional dairy educator, and a monthly impact report. The committee will decide whether to approve April contracts for the Fairgrounds and consider a request to waive the rental fee for the Rock County Beef Producers. The meeting also includes a Fair Board report and sets the next meeting date.

• Review of April payments – Division of Extension
• Program report by Alison Pfau, bilingual regional dairy educator
• Review of April payments – Fairgrounds
• Approval of April contracts – Fairgrounds
• Request to waive rental fee for Rock County Beef Producers

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee approved the May contracts and waived rental fees for the Rock County Beef Producers. The Fair Board was billed for actual utility costs and a reservation was refused due to lack of insurance proof. The next meeting was set for June 11, 2025.

• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 9, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May contracts (unanimous)
• Approved waiver of rental fees for Rock County Beef Producers (unanimous)
• Refused Fair Board reservation due to missing insurance proof (unanimous)
• Set next meeting date for June 11, 2025 at 7:15 pm (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee - Parks will meet on May 13, 2025, to approve previous minutes and discuss the Rock River Heritage Park Pond. The meeting will be held at the Public Works Conference Room on Newville Road in Janesville.

• Approval of March 11, 2025 Parks Committee minutes
• Discussion and possible action on Rock River Heritage Park Pond
• Parks Advisory Board communications
• Hearing impaired accommodations available

The Public Works Committee approved the meeting agenda and the March 11 minutes. Supervisors Pennycook and Homan moved and adopted a motion to obtain engineering estimates to identify the cause of water loss in the Rock River Heritage Park pond. The meeting was adjourned at 8:56 a.m.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved March 11 minutes (adopted)
• Approved motion to obtain engineering estimates for Rock River Heritage Park pond water loss (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Education & Veterans Committee

The committee will review April payments and receive updates on the Veterans Services Office and Pistons and Props activities. Members will discuss the role of other counties in education and research the committee's name.

• Review of April payments
• Veterans Services Office update
• Update on Pistons and Props activities
• Discussion on other counties' roles in education
• Research on the title of the committee name

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will approve its agenda, minutes, and consent items, and recognize two community members. It will review budget‑to‑actual reports for Child Support Services, the Clerk of Circuit Court, and the Courts, and consider a request to purchase the KeyWatcher Touch key‑management system. The committee will also hear reports from Child Support, the Sheriff, and the 911 update.

• Recognition of Nathan DeBoer
• Recognition of Craig Weberg
• Budget‑to‑actual review for Child Support Services, Clerk of Circuit Court, and Courts
• Request to purchase KeyWatcher Touch key‑management system
• Sheriff's report

The Public Safety & Justice Committee adopted the agenda and April 22 minutes. It approved an Emergency Management Transfer Request and authorized the purchase of a KeyWatcher Touch key‑management system. The committee also recognized Nathan DeBoer and Craig Weberg, and discussed budget risks for child‑support services.

• Approved agenda (motion by Knudson, second by Whitledge)
• Adopted April 22, 2025 minutes (motion by Schwarz, second by Knudson)
• Approved Emergency Management Transfer Request (motion by Knudson, second by Whitledge)
• Approved purchase of KeyWatcher Touch system (motion by Whitledge, second by Knudson)
• Recognized Nathan DeBoer (motion by Whitledge, second by Knudson)
• Recognized Craig Weberg (motion by Schwarz, second by Knudson)

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will meet on May 8, 2025 to adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the April 24 meeting, and discuss several items. Topics include code‑enforcement reviews, a quarterly economic report, and a possible selection of a Community Advisory Workgroup for the Comprehensive Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan. The committee will also review April finance payments before adjourning.

• Review and possible action on LD 2025 024 (Harmony Township) – Hessenauer (2 Lot CSM)
• Review and possible action on Access Control Driveway Permit – CTH M (conditionally approved by Public Works Committee April 22, 2025)
• Quarter One 2025 Rock Ready Index Economic Report
• Selection of Community Advisory Workgroup (Comp Plan and Farmland Preservation Plan)
• Review of April payments

The Planning & Development Committee approved the LD 2025 024 land division action item with County recommendations, voting unanimously. It also approved the Access Control Driveway Permit action item, also unanimously. The agenda and the April 24 meeting minutes were adopted, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved LD 2025 024 land division recommendations (unanimous)
• Approved Access Control Driveway Permit action item (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 24, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:46 AM (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will review payments and transfers, including those over $10,000. The body will discuss updates to the Fund Balance and Budget Amendment and Transfer policies. Members will also consider contracting with a paying agent for debt payments.

• Review of payments over $10,000
• Presentation on Information Technology Strategic Plan
• Updates to the Fund Balance Policy
• Updates to the Budget Amendment and Transfer Policy
• Contracting with a paying agent for debt payments

The committee adopted the meeting agenda and approved the April 24, 2025 minutes. It approved per‑meeting allowances totaling $10,711.31. The committee postponed a decision on contracting with a paying agent for debt payments until the next meeting. Adjournment was moved and adopted.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved April 24, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved per‑meeting allowances $10,711.31 (adopted)
• Postponed decision on paying‑agent contract for debt payments (postponed to next meeting)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will meet on May 8, 2025. The agenda includes a public hearing for the first reading of an amendment to the Rock County Public Health Ordinance concerning private sewage systems. The board will also act on consent‑agenda items such as adopting the agenda, approving the April 24, 2025 minutes, and dissolving the Emergency Medical Advisory Council. Additional business includes supplementary appropriations and budget changes, contract roll calls, and an executive session on pending litigation.

• First reading amendment to Rock County Public Health Ordinance, Private Sewage Systems
• Dissolution of the Emergency Medical Advisory Council
• Authorization to submit grant application for the 2026 Clean Sweep Program
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes (roll call)
• Executive session to discuss strategy for pending litigation

The board approved the consent agenda by acclamation. The April 24, 2025 minutes were approved. Supervisors voted 26‑1 to enter an executive session to discuss litigation strategy. The board then adjourned by acclamation.

• Consent agenda approved by acclamation
• April 24, 2025 minutes approved
• Executive session motion approved (26-1)
• Adjournment approved by acclamation

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority board will review and possibly act on updates to the Rock County Community Development Policy and Procedure Manual that reflect recent HOME Program rule changes. The meeting also includes a financial update on the HOME Program and reports from the Wisconsin Association of Housing Authorities. Additional agenda items cover standard procedural matters such as adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and public comment opportunities.

• Review and possible action on updates to the Rock County (Community Development) Policy and Procedure Manual based on recent HOME Program rule changes
• HOME Program financial update
• Reports regarding the Wisconsin Association of Housing Authorities
• Adopt agenda and approve minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting
• Citizen participation, communications and announcements

The board adopted its agenda and approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. It then voted unanimously to adopt the updated Rock County Community Development Policy and Procedure Manual reflecting recent HOME program rule changes. The meeting was adjourned at 10:01 AM.

• Adopt agenda (motion passed)
• Approve April 2, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approve updates to Community Development Policy and Procedure Manual (unanimously)
• Adjourn meeting (motion passed)

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee will report on pilot project progress, including orientation and initial interactions. The committee will discuss and potentially take action on the project calendar, evaluation process, and handbook components.

• Report on Pilot Project orientation and representative/mentor interactions
• Review and possible action on revising the Pilot Project calendar
• Discussion and possible action on the Pilot Project evaluation process
• Discussion and possible action on Pilot Project Handbook/Guidebook components
• Discussion on requests for additional resources

The committee approved its agenda and the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It scheduled the next meeting for June 4, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. and assigned Supervisor Wilson and staff member Erin Conway to create a recurring participant survey and a draft program‑evaluation survey. The group also decided to issue a separate survey to refine details for a government‑focused field trip and asked Supervisor Wilson to explore how donations to the Youth in Governance program will be handled.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved April 2, 2025 meeting minutes (adopted)
• Set next meeting for June 4, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
• Tasked Supervisor Wilson and Erin Conway to craft and distribute first recurring program survey
• Tasked Wilson and Conway to draft overall program evaluation survey for committee review
• Decided to send a separate survey to fine‑tune government‑focused field trip details
• Supervisor Wilson to look into handling donations to the Youth in Governance program
• Adjourned meeting by acclamation

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will review departmental payments and approve fund transfers. It will hear a Director's Report and an update on the Child Death Review. The board will consider a committee action for the Wisconsin Population Health Service Fellowship and an amendment to ordinance 6.121 concerning private sewage systems.

• Review of Payments (Administrative Division)
• Approval of Transfers (Administrative Division)
• Director's Report and Child Death Review Update
• Committee Action – Wisconsin Population Health Service Fellowship
• Amending 6.121 of the Rock County Code (Private Sewage Systems ordinance)

The Board unanimously approved a placement of a University of Wisconsin‑Madison public health fellow on staff. It also unanimously amended Chapter 6 (Private Sewage Systems) of the Rock County Public Health Ordinance. Earlier agenda and minutes approvals were also unanimous, and the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved placement of UW‑Madison Public Health Fellow (unanimous)
• Amended Chapter 6 of Rock County Public Health Ordinance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will review the 2024 and 2025 Clean Sweep Program summaries and the 2025 Annual Work Plan for the Land and Water Resource Management Program. Members will also consider a resolution to apply for a 2026 Clean Sweep Program grant.

• Resolution authorizing the grant application for the 2026 Clean Sweep Program
• Review of 2024 and 2025 Clean Sweep Program summaries
• Review of 2025 Annual Work Plan for Land and Water Resource Management Program
• Review of bills paid for April 2025

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will meet to discuss a quarterly budget review and a climate action plan. The body will also consider action on an Alliant Energy easement and receive a schedule update regarding law enforcement services and jail renovations.

• Approval of Alliant Energy Easement
• Update on Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation schedule
• Quarterly Budget Review
• Follow up on Climate Action Plan
• Review of April 2025 payments

The General Services Committee adopted the meeting agenda and approved the April 15, 2025 minutes. It approved an Alliant Energy easement that will provide the county $10,000. The committee then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Approved Alliant Energy easement, county receives $10,000 (adopted)
• Adopted adjournment

Environmental Management System Committee

The committee will review energy initiatives and the 2025 WI. Energy Reform Act. Members will also discuss updates to goals and objectives, including a tree policy investigation and a new webpage.

• Discussion of 2025 WI. Energy Reform Act
• Review of energy initiatives experience with Mark from Bayfield County
• Update on goals and objectives regarding tree policy investigation and webpage
• Follow-up on Climate Action Plan presentation
• Update on WLGCC initiatives and Rock County involvement

The Environmental Management Systems Committee adopted the agenda after a motion by Citizen Representative Johnson and a second by Supervisor Sutterlin. The committee also approved the February 4, 2025 minutes and the March 4, 2025 joint meeting minutes. The meeting was formally adjourned at 11:27 AM following a motion by Citizen Representative Farrell.

• Agenda approved (motion by Citizen Representative Johnson, second by Supervisor Sutterlin, adopted)
• February 4 2025 minutes approved (motion by Supervisor Sutterlin, second by Citizen Representative Sue Johnson, adopted)
• March 4 2025 joint meeting minutes approved (motion by Supervisor Sutterlin, second by Citizen Representative Sue Johnson, adopted)
• Meeting adjourned at 11:27 AM (motion by Citizen Representative Farrell, second by Citizen Representative Johnson, adopted)

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will review and approve routine items such as the agenda, prior meeting minutes, fund transfers, and April payments. It will also consider a resolution honoring residents aged 100 or more. An executive session will be held to confer with legal counsel about strategy for litigation involving the claim of Lisa Fay.

• Approve agenda
• Approve March 10, April 7, and April 21, 2025 minutes
• Approve transfers
• Review April payments
• Resolution to recognize Rock County residents who have reached age 100+

The committee approved its agenda for the May 5 meeting. It also approved the minutes from the March 10, April 7, and April 21, 2025 meetings. The board adopted a resolution honoring Rock County residents who have reached age 100 or older, amending the wording to provide a letter from the Chair and other changes. The committee entered an executive session to discuss litigation strategy and then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion Mawhinney, second Tillman) – adopted
• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (motion Brien, second Peer) – adopted
• Approved April 7, 2025 minutes (motion Mawhinney, second Wilson) – adopted
• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (motion Wilson, second Towns) – adopted
• Adopted resolution honoring residents aged 100+ with amended language (motion Towns, second Wilson) – adopted
• Entered executive session on litigation strategy (motion Mawhinney, second Tillman) – adopted by roll‑call vote
• Adjourned meeting (motion Brien, second Peer) – adopted

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will meet to review payments and transfers. The board is scheduled to discuss and potentially take action on an airport lease option agreement and Roberts Rules of Order.

• Airport Lease Option Agreement
• March payment report
• Roberts Rules of Order

The committee adopted the agenda as presented after a motion by Supervisor Homan and a second by Rick Leyes. The members approved the March 17 and March 24, 2025 meeting minutes following a motion by Chris Meisner and a second by Supervisor Homan. The meeting was adjourned after a motion by Supervisor Boehlke, seconded by Rick Leyes.

• Adopted agenda (motion by Supervisor Homan, seconded by Rick Leyes)
• Approved March 17 and March 24, 2025 minutes (motion by Chris Meisner, seconded by Supervisor Homan)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Supervisor Boehlke, seconded by Rick Leyes)

Groundwater Nitrate Work Group

The Rock County Groundwater Nitrate Work Group will approve the agenda and minutes, hear announcements including a Discover Farms project summary and a Wisconsin Counties Magazine excerpt, receive updates on the Bedrock Mapping Project, County Farm Area well sampling, UW Extension, and the Producer‑Led Watershed Group, and schedule the next meeting for July 28, 2025.

• Discover Farms Project summary (announcement)
• Wisconsin Counties Magazine excerpt on groundwater (announcement)
• Bedrock Mapping Project – update
• County Farm Area well sampling – update
• UW Extension Project and Program – update

Land Information Council

The Land Information Council will discuss updates regarding the Wisconsin Land Information Program and ongoing land information projects. The body will also review legislative updates concerning judicial privacy and funding.

• 2025 Grant Update
• 2024 Retained Fee Grant Report
• GIS Roadmap and Parcel Fabric Implementation
• 2024 Imagery Acquisition
• Judicial Privacy Legislation

Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission (PRTC)

The commission will meet to discuss the draft 2026 budget and a staff services agreement with the Southwestern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission. Members will also review lease renewals and property status for parcels in Darlington and Mineral Point.

• Draft 2026 Budget discussion
• 2026 Staff Services Agreement with Southwestern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission
• Lease renewal terms for tax parcel ID 206-1078.0000 in the City of Darlington
• City of Mineral Point parking lot lease ending March 31, 2025
• Updates on the Janesville bridge project and Allen Road Bridge

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will consider updates to the Community Development Policy and Procedure Manual. The body will also discuss adopting a Public Participation Plan for updating the county's Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plans.

• Review and possible action on Rock County Community Development Policy and Procedure Manual updates regarding HOME Program Rule Changes
• Adoption of a Public Participation Plan for Rock County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plan updates

The Planning & Development Committee approved revisions to the Rock County Policy and Procedure Manual to reflect recent HOME program rule changes. It also adopted a resolution establishing a public participation plan for updating the County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plans. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Approved updates to the Rock County Policy and Procedure Manual based on recent HOME program rules (unanimous)
• Adopted public participation plan for updates to the Rock County Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plans (unanimous)
• Adopted meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from the April 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will discuss and act on several items, including policy updates, a waiver request, and contract awards. It will review updates to the Fund Balance Policy and the Budget Amendment and Transfer Policy. The committee will consider a waiver of a technical error on the bid for the 2025 Medical Examiners Garage Renovation. It will award contracts for the garage addition/renovation and for purchasing and installing water heaters, amending the 2025 Facilities Management Budget accordingly.

• Approval of transfers
• Review and discussion of updates to the Fund Balance Policy
• Review and discussion of updates to the Budget Amendment and Transfer Policy
• Waiver of technicality error on bid for 2025-03 Medical Examiners Garage Renovation
• Awarding contract for addition/renovation of the Medical Examiner’s garage and amending the 2025 Facilities Management Budget

The committee adopted the agenda and the April 10, 2025 minutes. It approved a waiver of a technicality on bid 2025-03 for the Medical Examiner’s garage renovation and approved two contracts: one for the garage addition/renovation and another for water heaters, each with budget amendments. A resolution recognizing Gloria Anderson was also adopted, while the discussion on updating the Fund Balance Policy was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved agenda (as presented)
• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes
• Waived technicality error on bid 2025-03 for Medical Examiner’s garage renovation
• Approved contract for addition/renovation of Medical Examiner’s garage and amended 2025 Facilities Management Budget
• Approved contract for purchase and installation of water heaters and amended 2025 Facilities Management Budget
• Approved resolution recognizing Gloria Anderson
• Tabled discussion on updates to the Fund Balance Policy
• Adjourned meeting

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will consider a consent agenda that includes adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and confirming several appointments. It will vote on contracts to add and renovate a garage at the Medical Examiner’s Building and to purchase and install water heaters. New business includes supplementary appropriations, creating the Crime Prevention Funding Board with a surcharge ordinance, and adopting a public participation plan for comprehensive and farmland preservation plan updates.

• Award contract for addition/renovation of a garage at the Medical Examiner’s Building
• Award contract for purchase and installation of water heaters
• Create the Crime Prevention Funding Board and adopt surcharge ordinance (3.221)
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes (roll call)
• Adopt public participation plan for updates to Comprehensive and Farmland Preservation Plans

The Board approved Ordinance No. O-2025-5 creating the Crime Prevention Funding Board surcharge with a 14‑10 vote. It also adopted Resolution No. R-2025-50 establishing the Crime Prevention Funding Board by acclamation. Additional actions included adopting a public participation plan for comprehensive and farmland preservation plans (R-2025-58) and awarding contracts for a garage renovation (R-2025-54) and water‑heater installation (R-2025-55).

• Approved Ordinance No. O-2025-5 creating Crime Prevention Funding Board surcharge (14-10)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2025-50 creating Crime Prevention Funding Board (acclamation)
• Adopted Resolution No. R-2025-58 public participation plan for comprehensive and farmland preservation plans (acclamation)
• Awarded contract for addition/renovation of garage at Medical Examiner’s Building (Resolution R-2025-54)
• Awarded contract for purchase and installation of water heaters (Resolution R-2025-55)
• Appointed Chuck Wilson, Debbie Kraus, Gregg Schneider to ADRC Advisory Committee (effective Apr 24)
• Appointed Chief Brandon Sachse (Milton PD), Chief Michael Schultz (Clinton PD) and alternates to 911 Communications Commission (effective Apr 24)
• Approved consent agenda by acclamation (Item 4.C.3 removed)

Community Action

The Community Action Board of Directors will meet to approve minutes from previous committee meetings and review proposed changes to board bylaws regarding conduct and conflict of interest.

• Approval of minutes from February 26, April 7, April 8, April 9, and April 10
• Review of proposed bylaw changes regarding conduct, confidentiality, and conflict of interest
• Board training on Roberts Rules of Order
• Executive Director's report including contract updates
• Meeting at Community Action Pathways Center in Beloit

911 Communications Commission

The 911 Communications Commission will approve its agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and appoint new commission members from the Clinton and Milton police departments. It will receive information technology updates, including Spillman and a recent phone outage. The commission will discuss a policy update to the Amber Alert system and other informational items such as station alerting and CALEA.

• Appointment of new commission members: Chief Mike Schultz (Clinton PD), Chief Brandon Sachse and Sgt. Justin Geske (Milton PD)
• Policy update: Amber Alert (A-1)
• IT updates: Spillman system and phone outage notifications with TIME system
• Informational item: Station alerting
• Discussion of CALEA compliance

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts, review budget reports, and discuss funding for Fresh Start and Twin Oaks programs. The meeting will be held in person at the Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Rock County Resource Center and via Zoom.

• Approval of Contracts
• Update on Fresh Start and Twin Oaks Funding
• Budget to Actual Report
• IMPACT Award Recipient - March
• Next meeting: May 14, 2025

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting by voice vote. No contracts or resolutions were approved. The board then unanimously adjourned the meeting at 5:22 p.m.

• Agenda approved (unanimous voice vote)
• Minutes of April 9, 2025 approved (unanimous voice vote)
• No contracts approved
• No resolutions approved
• Meeting adjourned (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Highway Committee will review and possibly act on issue papers for access‑control driveway permits on County Trunk Highway M and County Trunk Highway N. It will also discuss ATV route applications, a quarterly review of equipment purchases, a short‑span bridge update, upcoming town training sessions, National Work Zone Awareness Week 2025, and staff updates. The meeting includes routine items such as approving the agenda, minutes, a resolution recognizing John Beggs, and reviewing March 2025 payments.

• Discussion and Possible Action – Issue Paper – Access Control Driveway Permit – CTH M
• Discussion and Possible Action – Issue Paper – Access Control Driveway Permit – CTH N
• Discussion and Possible Action – ATV Route Application(s)
• Discussion – Quarterly Equipment Purchases Review
• Discussion – Short Span Update

The Public Works Committee approved its agenda and the March 25, 2025 minutes. Supervisors adopted a resolution recognizing John Beggs. The committee adopted issue papers for access‑control driveway permits on CTH M and CTH N, pending approval from the Planning and Development Committee. The committee decided to leave the final decision on a four‑ten‑hour summer work schedule to the Public Works Director.

• Approved agenda (motion moved by Supervisor Woodman, seconded by Pennycook) – Adopted
• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (motion moved by Supervisor Homan, seconded by Woodman) – Adopted
• Adopted resolution recognizing John Beggs (motion moved by Supervisor Woodman, seconded by Pennycook) – Adopted
• Adopted issue paper for Access Control Driveway Permit – CTH M (pending Planning and Development Committee) (motion moved by Supervisor Pennycook, seconded by Woodman) – Adopted
• Adopted issue paper for Access Control Driveway Permit – CTH N (pending Planning and Development Committee) (motion moved by Supervisor Woodman, seconded by Homan) – Adopted
• Committee opted to leave final decision on four‑ten‑hour summer schedule to Director Jorgenson – Adopted

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will vote on a resolution to dissolve the Emergency Medical Advisory Council. It will also receive an update on the ARPA Tornado Relief Program. The meeting includes routine items such as approving the April 8, 2025 minutes, a consent calendar of transfers and payments, and setting the next meeting date.

• Resolution to dissolve the Emergency Medical Advisory Council
• ARPA Tornado Relief Program update
• Approval of April 8, 2025 meeting minutes
• Consent calendar approval of transfers
• Consent calendar review of payments

The Public Safety & Justice Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 8 meeting. It voted to dissolve the Emergency Medical Advisory Committee. The next meeting will review the first‑quarter budget and 2024 annual reports.

• Approved agenda (motion by Knudson, seconded by Schwarz)
• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (motion by Schwarz, seconded by Knudson)
• Approved dissolution of the Emergency Medical Advisory Committee (motion by Knudson, seconded by Schwarz)
• Adopted adjournment (motion by Knudson, seconded by Schwarz)

County Board Staff Committee

The committee will discuss updates to the Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual. Members will also consider appointments to the ADRC Advisory Committee, 911 Communications Commission, and Human Services Board.

• Administrative Policy & Procedure Manual additions and updates
• Appointments to the ADRC Advisory Committee
• Appointments to the 911 Communications Commission
• Appointments to the Human Services Board
• Resolutions recognizing Gloria Anderson and John Beggs

The County Board Staff Committee adopted the meeting agenda and two recognition resolutions for Gloria Anderson and John Beggs. It approved appointments to the ADRC Advisory Committee, the 911 Communications Commission, and the Human Services Board, with Lori Stottler receiving the majority of votes for the latter. The committee voted to postpone further discussion of the overtime policy until more information is gathered. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing Gloria Anderson (adopted)
• Adopted resolution recognizing John Beggs (adopted)
• Postponed overtime policy discussion (no vote recorded)
• Approved ADRC Advisory Committee appointments (adopted)
• Approved 911 Communications Commission appointments (adopted)
• Approved Human Services Board appointments; Lori Stottler received majority of votes (adopted)
• Adjourned meeting (adopted)

Traffic Safety Commission

The Rock County Traffic Safety Commission will approve the minutes from its last meeting, review a recent fatal crash, and discuss any old and new business items. The meeting also includes a public input period and the scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Fatal crash review
• Discussion of old business items
• Discussion of new business items
• Public input session

Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven

The Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven will discuss a proposed staffing pattern and a draft set of work rules for the community. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the agenda, approving the January 29, 2025 minutes, and setting the date for the next meeting.

• Review of Proposed Staffing Pattern
• Review of Draft Rock Haven Work Rules

The committee approved its agenda and the January 29, 2025 minutes. It voted 6‑to‑1 to recommend the newly drafted Rock Haven Work Rules to the Health Services Committee for further review. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved January 29, 2025 minutes (adopted)
• Recommended Rock Haven Work Rules to Health Services Committee (vote 6/7, adopted)
• Adjourned the meeting (adopted)

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will consider two contract awards: one for the addition and renovation of a garage at the Medical Examiner’s Building and another for purchasing and installing water heaters, each with a related amendment to the 2025 Facilities Management Budget. The committee will also review updates to finance policies, including the fund balance policy and procedures for budget amendments and transfers. An update on the former Health Care Center building will be discussed, and an executive session will be held to negotiate the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center.

• Award contract for garage addition/renovation at the Medical Examiner’s Building, amending the 2025 Facilities Management Budget
• Award contract for purchase and installation of water heaters, amending the 2025 Facilities Management Budget
• Review Finance Policy Update: Fund Balance Policy
• Review Finance Policy Update: Budget Amendments and Transfers
• Updates on the former Health Care Center building

The General Services Committee adopted two resolutions: one to award the contract for adding and renovating a garage at the Medical Examiner’s Building and to amend the 2025 Facilities Management Budget, and another to award the contract for purchasing and installing jail water heaters and to amend the same budget. The committee also entered an executive session unanimously to discuss the sale of the former Health Care Center. All actions were recorded as adopted.

• Approved contract for garage addition/renovation at Medical Examiner’s Building and amended 2025 Facilities Management Budget (adopted)
• Approved contract for purchase and installation of jail water heaters and amended 2025 Facilities Management Budget (adopted)
• Entered executive session to deliberate on sale of the former Health Care Center (unanimous roll‑call vote)
• Approved agenda as presented (adopted)
• Approved March 18, 2025 minutes (adopted)

General

The Rock County Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP meeting will approve its agenda and minutes from October 15, 2024. Commissioners will hear citizen announcements, discuss agenda items, and consider possible actions. Staff will present updates on the CLTS program and the CCOP. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.

• Approve Agenda
• Approval of Minutes – October 15, 2024
• Citizen Participation, Communications and Announcements
• Review, Discussion and Possible Action
• Director/Staff Reports – CLTS Program Update and CCOP Update

Education & Veterans Committee

The Rock County Education and Veterans Committee will handle routine business such as approving the agenda, minutes, transfers, and March payments. It will also review resolutions and discuss updates on pistons and props activities, the role of other counties in education, and housing programs for veterans. Public comments are accepted through noon on the meeting day.

• Approve agenda
• Approve March 18, 2025 minutes
• Review March payments
• Discussion of housing programs for veterans
• Discussion of other counties' role in education

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on creating a Crime Prevention Funding Board and associated surcharge. The board will also review a Climate Action Plan report and discuss updates to non-metallic mining reclamation ordinances.

• Public hearing on creating Rock County Ordinance 3.221 (Crime Prevention Funding Board Surcharge)
• Amending Rock County Code 4.10 regarding Non-Metallic Mining Reclamation
• Accepting STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Funds
• Amending 2025 Emergency Management Budget for Homeland Security Exercise Grant Funds
• Creating an Employee Health Insurance Advisory Committee

The Rock County Board approved its consent agenda and several resolutions, including recognitions and grant authorizations. It adopted an ordinance (O-2025-4) that amends the non‑metallic mining reclamation provisions of the county code. The board also created an Employee Health Insurance Advisory Committee and approved budget adjustments and grant acceptances.

• Consent agenda approved by acclamation
• Recognition of Andrea Stoever (Resolution R-2025-42) adopted by acclamation
• Authorization of Farmland Preservation Planning Grant (Resolution R-2025-43) adopted by acclamation
• Deletion of 1.0 FTE Administrative Professional II and 1.0 FTE Deputy Clerk of Court positions (Resolution R-2025-48) adopted by acclamation
• Amendment to 2025 Emergency Management Budget to accept Homeland Security Exercise Grant funds (Resolution R-2025-49) adopted by acclamation
• Acceptance of STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant funds (Resolution R-2025-51) adopted by acclamation
• Ordinance O-2025-4 amending non‑metallic mining reclamation rules adopted by acclamation
• Creation of Employee Health Insurance Advisory Committee (Resolution R-2025-45) adopted by acclamation

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider several financial actions, including approving agenda items, reviewing and approving transfers and payments, and voting on resolutions. Key resolutions include recognizing a county employee, carrying over the 2024 budget appropriations to 2025, and amending the 2025 Emergency Management Budget to accept Homeland Security Exercise Grant funds. The committee will also discuss an update to the county purchasing policy.

• Approval of agenda and minutes from March 27, 2025
• Approval of transfers and review of March payments, including any over $10,000
• Committee review and approval of per‑meeting allowances
• Resolution to carry over 2024 budget appropriations to 2025
• Discussion of update to the county purchasing policy

The Finance Committee adopted several resolutions, including the carryover of 2024 budget appropriations to the 2025 fiscal year. It also approved an amendment to the 2025 Emergency Management Budget to accept Homeland Security Exercise Grant funds, updated the purchasing policy, and authorized per‑meeting allowances of $12,899.45. All actions were adopted without recorded dissent.

• Approved per‑meeting allowances of $12,899.45 (adopted)
• Approved resolution recognizing Tammy Petersen (adopted)
• Approved carryover of 2024 budget appropriations to 2025 (adopted)
• Approved amendment to 2025 Emergency Management Budget to accept grant funds (adopted)
• Approved updated Purchasing Policy to match the purchasing ordinance (adopted)

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will meet to review code enforcement cases and discuss a farmland preservation planning grant. The meeting is hybrid and will include a review of bills paid for March 2025.

• Review code enforcement cases in Fulton and Avon Townships
• Update on Community Development Block Grant Revolving Loan Fund
• Authorize application for Farmland Preservation Planning Grant
• Review bills paid for March 2025
• Meeting held at Rock County Courthouse, 51 S Main Street, Janesville

The committee adopted its agenda and the March 13 meeting minutes. It unanimously approved two minor land division requests—LD 2025 018 for a Kwik Trip site in Fulton Township and LD 2025 016 in Avon Township—each with specific conditions. The committee also unanimously authorized the application for a farmland preservation planning grant. The meeting adjourned at 8:28 a.m.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted March 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2025 018 land division for Kwik Trip with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2025 016 land division with conditions (unanimous)
• Authorized application for farmland preservation planning grant (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:28 a.m. (unanimous)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review March payments and contracts for the Division of Extension and the Fairgrounds. Members will discuss a rental fee waiver for the Ag Business Council and honorariums for StrongBodies instructors.

• Honorarium for StrongBodies Instructors
• Ag Business Council rental fee waiver request
• Vertical Consultants LLC tower leases
• Approval of March Fairgrounds contracts
• Review of March payments for Division of Extension and Fairgrounds

The committee approved a $150 annual honorarium for each active StrongBodies instructor. It also approved the March fairground contracts and waived rental fees for the Ag Business Council/Farm Bureau. The agenda and the March 12 meeting minutes were adopted.

• Approved $150 annual honorarium per active StrongBodies instructor (approved)
• Approved March fairground contracts (approved)
• Approved waiver of rental fees for Ag Business Council/Farm Bureau (approved)
• Adopted the April 9 agenda (adopted)
• Adopted the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (adopted)

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will review and vote on budget transfer proposals. It will also consider resolutions, information items from the Resident Council, the Rock Haven Improvement Committee, and payments to staffing agencies. Staff reports on finance, maintenance, and administration will be presented. The committee will discuss whether future meetings should be held in person or continue via Zoom.

• Budget Transfers
• Resolutions and Committee Action
• Information Item – Resident Council and Agenda
• Information Item – Rock Haven Improvement Committee
• Review of Payments to Staffing Agencies

The committee adopted the agenda as presented after a motion by Supervisor Schulz and second by Supervisor Ryan. It also approved the March 12, 2025 minutes following the same motion and second. The meeting was adjourned at 9:32 a.m. after a motion by Supervisor Leavy and second by Supervisor Schulz.

• Approved agenda (motion by Schulz, second by Ryan)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (motion by Schulz, second by Ryan)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:32 a.m. (motion by Leavy, second by Schulz)

Veterans Service Commission

The Rock County Veterans Service Commission will conduct its regular meeting. Commissioners will approve the agenda and minutes, review bills that have been paid, and consider items for future agendas. They will also set the date for the next meeting and allow public comment.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes
• Review bills paid
• Items for future agendas
• Set next meeting date

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and review bills paid for March 2025. The board will also consider a resolution recognizing Andrea Stoever and receive updates on the county's strategic plan.

• Approval of contracts
• Review of March 2025 Bills (Part 1 and Part 2)
• Resolution recognizing Andrea Stoever
• Director's Report on HSD activities related to the County's Strategic Plan
• Report on Human Services Day at the Capitol (3/27/2025)

The Human Services Board approved its agenda and the minutes from the March 26 meeting by unanimous voice vote. A resolution recognizing Andrea Stoever’s 13 years of service was also approved unanimously. No contracts were approved, and the meeting was adjourned at 5:02 p.m. by unanimous consent.

• Agenda approved unanimously by voice vote
• March 26 minutes approved unanimously by voice vote
• Resolution honoring Andrea Stoever approved unanimously by voice vote
• No contracts approved
• Meeting adjourned unanimously at 5:02 p.m.

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will review resolutions regarding staffing changes and grant funds. The body will also discuss the Rock-Dane Medical Examiner agreement and a contract for a new warning siren.

• Creation of the Crime Prevention Funding Board and Surcharge
• Contract with Federal Signal Corporation and Emergency Communication Systems for a new outdoor warning siren in Rock River Heritage Park
• Creation of Rock County Ordinance 3.221 (Crime Prevention Funding Board Surcharge)
• Acceptance of STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Funds
• Amendment to 2025 Emergency Management Budget for Homeland Security Exercise Grant Funds

The Public Safety & Justice Committee approved several actions. It created a Crime Prevention Funding Board and adopted a $20 surcharge on convictions, passing the related ordinance 3.221 with one dissenting vote. The committee also approved a new Deputy Clerk of Court Lead position, accepted grant funds for emergency management and violence‑against‑women programs, and authorized a new outdoor warning siren for Rock River Heritage Park.

• Approved Deputy Clerk of Court Lead Position (adopted)
• Adopted amendment to 2025 Emergency Management Budget to accept Homeland Security Exercise Grant Funds (adopted)
• Created Crime Prevention Funding Board and $20 surcharge on convictions (adopted, one nay vote from Supervisor Schwarz)
• Adopted ordinance 3.221 establishing Crime Prevention Funding Board surcharge (adopted by voice vote, one nay from Supervisor Schwarz)
• Accepted STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Funds (adopted)
• Approved contract with Federal Signal Corp to install new outdoor warning siren in Rock River Heritage Park (adopted)

Board of Canvassers

The Rock County Board of Canvassers will verify the results of the April 1, 2025 spring election for multiple offices and a state referendum. They will ensure all election materials are present, review the inspector’s statement, electronic vote records, tally sheets, write‑in votes, and provisional ballots, and conduct a random audit. After verification, they will complete and sign the Canvassers Statement before adjourning.

• Verify April 1, 2025 spring election results for listed offices and referendum
• Review inspector’s statement, electronic vote records, tally sheets, write‑in and provisional ballots
• Conduct random audit of election results
• Complete and sign Canvassers Statement

The Rock County Board of Canvassers approved the meeting agenda and carried out machine audits of the Town of Plymouth and Town of Lima ballots. They updated the vote totals by attributing three write‑in votes to Adrianne Melby and adding two provisional ballots for the State Superintendent race, as well as one additional vote each for two Supreme Court candidates and the statewide referendum. The audits showed no variation from the machine counts, and the Summary Statement was completed and signed.

• Approved meeting agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Attributed 2 write‑in votes in Town of Center to Adrianne Melby
• Attributed 1 write‑in vote in Village of Orfordville to Adrianne Melby
• Attributed 1 write‑in vote in City of Beloit Ward 8 to Adrianne Melby
• Added two provisional ballots for State Superintendent race
• Added one additional vote each for Brad Schimel and Susan Crawford in Supreme Court race
• Added one additional Yes and one No vote for State of Wisconsin Referendum
• Conducted machine audits of Town of Plymouth (Superintendent) and Town of Lima (Supreme Court) with no variation in results

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will review resolutions regarding employee health insurance and staff positions. The body will also discuss updates to the telework policy and the Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual.

• Resolution creating Employee Health Insurance Advisory Committee
• Deletion of 1.0 FTE Administrative Professional II and 1.0 FTE Deputy Clerk of Court positions to create 1.0 FTE Deputy Clerk of Court-Lead position
• Resolution implementing the Rock County Administrator Performance Review process
• Elimination of the Rock County Community Agency Initiatives Policy (Policy 2.02)
• Amending Chapter 18 of the Rock County Ordinances

The committee adopted the telework policy updates, setting an effective date of May 1, 2025 and extending current department‑head arrangements through Dec. 31, 2025. It also created an Employee Health Insurance Advisory Committee and approved a staff restructuring that replaces two positions with a new Deputy Clerk of Court‑Lead role. Several resolutions, including performance‑review and community‑agency policy changes, were postponed to May, and a number of resident recognitions were adopted.

• Adopted telework policy updates (effective May 1, 2025; department heads until Dec. 31, 2025)
• Created Employee Health Insurance Advisory Committee
• Approved deletion of 1.0 FTE Administrative Professional II and 1.0 FTE Deputy Clerk of Court to create 1.0 FTE Deputy Clerk of Court‑Lead position
• Postponed Resolution Implementing the Process for the Rock County Administrator Performance Review to May
• Postponed Authorize the Elimination of the Rock County Community Agency Initiatives Policy to May
• Postponed changes to Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual indefinitely
• Adopted resolutions recognizing Andrea Stoever and Tammy Petersen
• Postponed Resolution to Recognize residents 100+ years old to May

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The committee is meeting for a participant orientation. The agenda states that no business of any governmental body will be conducted during this meeting.

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will consider several updates and actions, including a financial report and railroad operations update. Commissioners will discuss the status of the Walking Iron Trail in Dane County and a possible claim on a performance bond. The commission will vote on re‑executing the interim Trail Use Agreement between WisDOT, Dane County, and WRRTC. Other items include permit notices and routine administrative approvals.

• Approve re‑execution of Interim Trail Use Agreement for Walking Iron Trail (WisDOT, Dane County, WRRTC)
• Discuss claim on performance bond for Treno Services, LLC related to Walking Iron Trail
• Review Wisconsin & Southern Railroad operations, private crossings, and marketing opportunities
• WisDOT report on bridge updates for Merrimac and Janesville
• Permit/license notices for TDS Telecom, Dane County, City of Fitchburg

General

The meeting on April 3, 2025 is a welcome event for the Rock County Administrator at the Dr. Daniel Hale Williams Rock County Resource Center, Beckman Mill, 1717 Center Ave, Janesville. No governmental business will be conducted at this meeting.

• Welcome event for the County Administrator at 1717 Center Ave, Janesville

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will review and approve two Yahara WINS contracts, one for 1.25 acre (John Remley) and one for 2.25 acre (Mel Shotliff). It will also consider a proposed change to the CREP user fee schedule and approve a cost‑share agreement (LR‑B.25) with the City of Beloit for waterway, mulching, and critical‑area stabilization work. Additional agenda items include a report on 2024 conservation accomplishments, the municipal stormwater permit annual report, and a monarch program update.

• Approve Yahara WINS Contract 1.25 acre – John Remley
• Approve Yahara WINS Contract 2.25 acre – Mel Shotliff
• Approve Cost‑Share Agreement LR‑B.25 with City of Beloit for waterways, mulching, and critical‑area stabilization
• Proposed change to the CREP user fee schedule
• Review of 2024 conservation accomplishments report and municipal stormwater permit annual report

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review administrative reports, including a quarterly budget update and a Chapter DHS 140 review. The board will also discuss and potentially take action regarding Youth in Governance.

• Review of payments and approval of transfers
• Quarterly Budget Update
• Chapter DHS 140 Review
• Discussion and possible action on Youth in Governance

The Board of Health adopted the meeting agenda after a motion by Supervisor Kolste and a second by Supervisor Fugelseth, with all members present voting in favor. The Board also approved the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes following a motion by Dr. Nowak and a second by Supervisor Kolste, again with unanimous support. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion from Supervisor Schneider, seconded by Supervisor Kolste, and passed unanimously.

• Adopt agenda (all members present in favor)
• Approve March 5, 2025 minutes (all members present in favor)
• Adjourn meeting (all members present in favor)

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee will meet to review and discuss several aspects of its pilot project. Items include refining the project calendar, confirming applicant selections, identifying host committees, assigning committee roles, and planning orientation logistics. The committee may take action on these items but no final decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Review and possible revision of the pilot project calendar
• Discussion and possible confirmation of Youth in Government applicants
• Discussion of potential host committees for the pilot project
• Discussion of Youth in Government committee assignments
• Discussion of orientation process, content, location, logistics, and schedule

The committee approved the agenda and the March 5, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved six applicants to the 2025‑2026 Rock County Youth in Governance Program and confirmed all proposed student representatives and host committee assignments. The next meeting was scheduled for May 7, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.

• Approved agenda (adopted)
• Approved March 5, 2025 meeting minutes (adopted)
• Approved six youth applicants to the 2025‑2026 program (adopted)
• Approved all student representative and host committee assignments (adopted)
• Set next meeting for May 7, 2025 at 4:30 p.m. (tentative)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:15 p.m. by acclamation

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority meeting will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from the March 5, 2025 meeting. Reports will be given on a recent meeting with the County Corporation Counsel and on an initiative to document properties with historically racially restrictive deeds. The board will discuss how to document and map available affordable housing in the county. Public comments are invited prior to the meeting.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve minutes from March 5, 2025 meeting
• Report: meeting with Rock County Corporation Counsel
• Report: initiative to document historically restrictive deeds
• Discussion: mapping affordable housing in Rock County