Marathon County Health & Human Services Committee Meeting - 9/2/26

The Marathon County Health & Human Services Committee met on September 2, 2026, to discuss the 2027 annual budget development and policy recommendations related to nonprofit funding and county services. Key procurement-related topics included the funding allocations to nonprofits such as North Central Community Action Program (CAP) and United Way of Marathon County, with North Central CAP receiving $33,757 annually to support housing programs and leverage additional funding. United Way was allocated $40,000 primarily for the 211 service, which connects residents to community resources. The Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) of Central Wisconsin presented a levy request for a $41,000 increase to address rising costs, particularly for nutrition programs like Meals on Wheels, with the current food service contract up for renewal and an upcoming RFP to seek competitive bids. The committee also discussed potential advocacy for increased state and federal funding, challenges related to housing and homelessness, and upcoming PFAS well sampling programs funded by state grants. No formal motions were made to alter budget proposals, but the committee expressed support for ongoing funding levels and highlighted the need for continued collaboration and advocacy to address funding shortfalls and community needs.