St Croix County Health and Human Services November 11th, 2026

The St. Croix County Health and Human Services Board meeting, held November 12, 2026 (the title references November 11), reviewed September financials, public health updates, prevention efforts, the 2027 budget process, a crisis care facility proposal, and legislative engagement. Staff said several operating lines were over budget because grants awarded after the 2026 budget was set—including mental health and substance abuse grants awarded in August—had to be spent by the end of September, prompting substantial purchasing. The healthcare campus remained in a positive operating position after accounting adjustments. No procurement awards or spending motions were reported.

The board received an update on a proposed regional crisis care facility. Wisconsin allocated $10 million in 2024 for startup and early operations of one or two facilities, but the funds have not been released from the Joint Committee on Finance to DHS. DHS therefore has not been able to proceed with its RFP process; Oyola Medical Center was cited as an interested provider, and others may also be interested. Members discussed continued legislative outreach and the possibility of a county resolution, but no action was taken. The board also reviewed service-demand and budget charts as preparation for the 2028 budget process and discussed the importance of supporting prevention work.