Marathon County Health & Human Services Committee Meeting - 8/5/26

The Marathon County Health & Human Services Committee met on August 5, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related topics for the 2027 fiscal year. Key procurement discussions included proposed adjustments to the county's fee schedules, notably for body art licensing fees, with a recommendation to adopt a tiered fee structure based on the number of practitioners at temporary events. The committee also reviewed new position requests and reclassifications within the Health Department and Social Services, with motions passed to advance these staffing changes to the HR Finance Committee. Additionally, the committee considered and unanimously approved a letter of support for the expansion of the community paramedicine program, which seeks grant funding to broaden its reach and sustainability. Budget updates were provided by North Central Healthcare, highlighting their $94 million budget, service offerings, and recent capital projects, including an $83.8 million campus renovation financed by Marathon County. The meeting also featured presentations on food insecurity and housing challenges in the county, with recommendations for targeted community outreach and legislative advocacy. Finally, the committee received updates on state-level health and human services policy discussions, including support for SNAP funding and volunteer driver insurance waivers. Overall, the meeting focused heavily on budget planning, fee adjustments, staffing, and support for community health initiatives with direct procurement and funding implications.