Human Services Committee

Members Present: Alexander, Dippel, Bowers, Fordham, Stoeckmann, Fabisiak, Endres, Zowin, Vertein

Members Excused: None

Members Absent: None

Others Present: Orth, Brattset, Horkan

Chair Alexander called the meeting to order and certified compliance with the Open Meeting Law.

Motion by Dippel, seconded by Stoeckmann to adopt the agenda.
Motion Carried.

Motion by Fordham, seconded by Bowers to approve minutes of the previous meeting.
Motion Carried.

Communications:

Brattset reported on the Weston School District in respect to Sauk County Department of Human Services providing support and therapists for dealing with the recent shooting. This has been appreciated by the school district and appears to be going very well so far.

Business Items:

1. A. Review and Approval of Monthly Vouchers: Horkan distributed monthly vouchers report (see attached). Endres noted that in September 2006, there was no health insurance paid, therefore this was lower. Administrative line was average, but lower than August 2006 due to computer classes in that month. Community Living and Support was up due to August 2006 bills being paid in September 2006. Community Treatment was down and close to average. CESA 5 payments were made in August 2006. Institution line was up due to July and August 2006. State Institutions were actually paid in September 2006. Income Maintenance increased slightly with more funerals this month. Energy Assistance was up due to August 2006 contract adjustments. Motion by Endres, seconded by Dippel to approve vouchers in the amount of $1,711,349.67. Motion Carried.
2.   B. Approve Resolution Authorizing Creation of a Comprehensive Community Services Coordination Committee: Orth reported on the Resolution for creating a CCS Coordinating Committee, which is a requirement by the State. (see attached Resolution) Discussion occurred. Question was asked, does the County Board Chair have to approve members? Orth noted that he will check with the Corporation Counsel on this issue. Motion by Bowers, seconded by Zowin to approve the resolution, pending follow up with the Corporation Counsel's Office. Motion Carried.
3. C. Approve Comprehensive Community Services Local Match: Orth spoke about CCS funding by MA at about 60% federal funds with a need to match with 40% local funds. Motion by Bowers, seconded by Dippel to allow local match for MA funding for CCS. Motion Carried.

Department Updates:

1. 2007 Budget Request Status: Orth reviewed the handout on 2007 Levy Request Summary (see attached). Orth noted that the institutional line was reduced and Family Partnership funds were also reduced in an effort to control costs.
2. Long Term Care Redesign: Orth reviewed several documents on Long Term Care Redesign to include the Summary of Long Term Efforts and Budget Proposal. The Budget Proposal includes 8.8 million and Orth is unsure if this includes cap for care management. Orth noted it is possible that the ADRC budgeted allocation is generous and should be fully funded. Orth noted that he and Sue Hebel had met with Long Term Care staff of Sauk County Department of Human Services and reported to them on Long Term Care Redesign and potential implications of Family Care on Sauk County Department of Human Services.
3. Continuum of Care Planning Summary: Orth reviewed a handout on Long Term Care Planning (see attached). This is a summary of gaps in Long Term Care and Aging and are concerns to keep in mind for the future.
4. Training Update : Orth noted that two Sauk County Department of Human Services staff are going to Austin, Texas for training regarding increased skills in dealing with Family and SED Children.
5. Planning for Enhanced Services to SED Children and Families: Orth spoke about a work group developed within Sauk County Department of Human Services to help with younger children with SED and behavioral challenges, as well as their families. Efforts are including literature searches by professionals and education such as the conference in Texas where two staff will attend. The work group will meet again in 11/06 to outline further steps in the process. Also, there are grant opportunities being explored.
6. 2006 Estimated Year End Budget Update: Horkan reviewed the 2006 budget's current status. In summary, it is projected that the budget will be $100,000 to $150,000 favorable to budget. Projections are estimated on trends at this time.
7. Psychiatrist Recruitment: Orth reported on recruitment of a child psychiatrist at Sauk County Department of Human Services. There have been two current candidates.
8. Citizenship and Identity Verification for Income Maintenance Programs: Orth noted the new federal legislation and IM staff requirements to verify identity. This has been difficult throughout the state. The state is aware of these problems and is continuing to explore options. Orth will arrange to have Julie Arendsee, Economic Support Supervisor, to attend the November 2006 board meeting to discuss these issues as well as any other Economic Support concerns.

Motion by Endres, seconded by Bowers to adjourn.
Motion Carried.

The next meeting of the Sauk County Human Services Board is scheduled for Monday, November 6, 2006 at 5:00 p.m.

Respectfully Submitted: Judith Stoeckmann