Portage County, WI

Space and Properties Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

General

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

Human Resources Committee

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Health and Human Services Board

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Space and Properties Committee

Finance Committee

General

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Finance Committee

Highway Committee

County Board

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment

Health and Human Services Board

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Human Resources Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Space and Properties Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

County Board

Executive/Operations Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Park Commission

Finance Committee

Board of Adjustment

Health and Human Services Board

County Board

Highway Committee

Judicial/General Government Committee

Judicial/General Government Committee

Finance Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

County Board

Health and Human Services Board

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Space and Properties Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Human Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Board of Adjustment

County Board

Highway Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

General

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Space and Properties Committee

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Human Resources Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Finance Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Park Commission

County Board

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Board of Adjustment

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Judicial/General Government Committee

Judicial/General Government Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Executive/Operations Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Human Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Board of Adjustment

County Board

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Human Resources Committee

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

Finance Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Park Commission

Board of Adjustment

County Board

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Human Resources Committee

Finance Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Board of Adjustment

County Board

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Human Resources Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

Park Commission

Finance Committee

County Board

Planning and Zoning Committee

Planning and Zoning Committee

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Finance Committee

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

County Board

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Finance Committee

Health and Human Services Board

Park Commission

County Board

Health and Human Services Board

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

Land and Water Conservation Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Park Commission

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

Finance Committee

South Central Library System Board of Trustees

The South Central Library System Board of Trustees is meeting to review financial statements, approve bills for payment, and receive reports from committees and the director. The board will also discuss the upcoming September meeting, which includes approval of the 2027 annual budget.

• Review of financial statements
• Presentation and approval of bills for payment
• Director's report
• Approval of 2027 annual budget scheduled for September 24 meeting

Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee

The Portage County Public Safety/Emergency Management Committee meets August 26, 2026, to review routine activity reports from EMS, the sheriff's office, jail, and other departments. The main action items are three proposed contracts: a five-year Axon body-worn camera and digital evidence management agreement (2027-2031), a Guardian RFID inmate wellness check and tracking system, and a three-year maintenance deal for Stryker lift/load cots. The agenda also includes a sheriff's office awards presentation and approval of the July 22, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Resolution to approve a 2027-2031 agreement with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras, hosted storage, digital evidence management, and redaction software
• Possible approval of a Guardian RFID inmate wellness check monitoring and mobile tracking system contract
• Possible approval of a 3-year maintenance agreement for Stryker lift/load cots
• Portage County Sheriff's Office awards presentation
• EMS provider monthly activity reports and Medical Director's report

Planning and Zoning Committee

The Portage County Planning and Zoning Committee will hold public hearings and consider two rezoning requests: one in the Town of Buena Vista and one in the Town of Plover. The committee will also hear a report on the 2027 budget and a water project summary, and approve minutes from the July meeting.

• REQ-2026-012: Amend Buena Vista Comprehensive Plan and rezone 41.63 acres from A1 Exclusive Agricultural to A3 Low Density Agricultural
• REQ-2026-013: Amend Plover Comprehensive Plan and rezone 4 acres to C4 Highway Commercial and 25.27 acres to A2 Agricultural Transition
• Planning and Zoning Director Report on 2027 Budget
• Water (Well Owner Assistance for Treatment and Economic Recovery) Project Summary of Results
• Approval of July 28, 2026, Minutes

Judicial/General Government Committee

General

This is a notice that a quorum of the Commission on Aging/ADRC Board may be present at an all-staff meeting of the Aging and Disability Resource Center and Lincoln Center. No official action will be taken at this event. The agenda contains only procedural notices regarding accommodations and remote comment discretion.

• Quorum of COA/ADRC Board may attend all-staff meeting
• No official action to be taken
• Meeting at ADRC Lincoln Center, 1519 Water Street, Stevens Point, WI
• Remote public comment at Chair's discretion

Judicial/General Government Committee

The Judicial/General Government Committee will review 2026 budget updates, office operations, and 2027 budget reviews for the Clerk of Courts, Justice Programs, Family Court Commissioner, Veterans Services, and Register of Deeds. The agenda includes approval of June 22, 2026 minutes and reports on special meeting attendance. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the provided text.

• Clerk of Courts 2026 Budget Update and 2027 Budget Review
• Justice Programs 2026 Budget Update and 2027 Budget Review
• Family Court Commissioner 2026 Budget Update and 2027 Budget Review
• Veterans Services 2026 Budget Update and 2027 Budget Review
• Register of Deeds 2026 Budget Update and 2027 Budget Review

Solid Waste Management Board

The Portage County Solid Waste Management Board is meeting to receive updates from the site coordinator and solid waste director, approve July meeting minutes, and discuss the 2027 budget. The agenda is largely procedural, with the budget discussion being the only item for possible action.

• Discussion and possible action on 2027 budget
• Landfill, hazardous waste, and special program updates from Site Coordinator
• SWAP reconciliation and recycling processing reports from Solid Waste Director
• Approval of July meeting minutes

General

The Portage County Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve the July 29 meeting minutes and discuss possible approval of financials. The agenda also includes reports on library operations, staffing, and facilities, as well as a municipal government liaison report. Public comment is limited to specific agenda items and is subject to the public comment ordinance.

• Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Financials
• Approval of July 29, 2026 Meeting Minutes
• Director Report and Statistics: PCPL Staffing, Operations, Facilities Building Overview
• Branch and Extension; Circulation; Reference; Technical Services; Youth Services reports
• Municipal Government Liaison report

Highway Committee

The Portage County Highway Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly take action on several items, including a resolution updating speed zone ordinances, multiple construction and equipment bids, a relocation order for CTH R, and the 2027 highway department budget. The agenda also includes correspondence from WisDOT about road projects and updates from the National Association of County Engineers.

• Resolution revising Ordinance 2.13.1 on speed zones
• Bid 2026-19PC: Curb & Gutter, Concrete Surface Drain Project
• Bid 2026-21PC: Quad Axle Body Build
• Bid 2026-22PC: Snow and Ice Equipment Installation
• CTH R (STH 54 to CTH B) Relocation Order and Plat

County Board

The Portage County Board will consider resolutions including the sale of $60,305,000 in general obligation promissory notes, contract amendments for the courthouse remodel and new jail project, and adoption of the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also vote on appointments to several committees and approve budget amendments and transfers.

• Resolution awarding sale of $60,305,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A
• Contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Phase 1 Courthouse Remodel Project
• Contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Bid Package 2 (Mass Grading and Utilities) for New Jail and Law Enforcement Center
• Adoption of Portage County 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan
• Addition of 32-hour/week Energy Sustainability Specialist position partially funded by Focus on Energy grants

The Portage County Board of Supervisors approved a $60,305,000 general obligation promissory note sale, adopted the Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, Comprehensive Safety Action Plan, and 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan, and authorized contract amendments with J.H. Findorff & Son for courthouse and jail projects. The board also approved a new Energy Sustainability Specialist position and several other resolutions, with one appointment referred back to committee.

• Approved $60,305,000 general obligation promissory notes, Series 2026A (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adopted amended Resolution 23-2026-2028 adding citizen member to Land and Water Conservation Committee (18-5-1)
• Adopted Town of Hull comprehensive plan and zoning map amendment for parcels 020240822-09.04 and .09.05 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adopted Portage County Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (voice vote, no negatives)
• Adopted Portage County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (voice vote, 1 nay)
• Approved contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son for courthouse remodel Phase 1 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son for jail and law enforcement center Bid Package 2 (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved Delta Dental as voluntary dental insurance provider for 2027-2028 (voice vote, no negatives)

Health and Human Services Board

The Portage County Health and Human Services Board will hear presentations on the IM Central Consortium staffing plan for Act 116 funding and Q2 2026 statistics, then consider several action items including a new Economic Support Specialist - Lead position, acceptance of a Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Supplemental Award, and a related budget amendment. The board will also discuss a standing appointment to the Coordinated Services Team Advisory Committee and enter closed session for a permanency planning case.

• Presentation of IM Central Consortium Staffing Plan for Act 116 Funding
• Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Acceptance of Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Supplemental Award
• Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of Budget Amendment/Transfer Request for the Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Supplemental Award
• Discussion/Possible Action: Approval of New Position Request for an Economic Support Specialist - Lead
• Closed session under Wis. Stats. Sec. 19.85(1)(F) for permanency planning case

The Health and Human Services Board approved acceptance of a Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Supplemental Award and a related budget amendment/transfer request. The board also approved a new Economic Support Specialist - Lead position and appointed Suzanne Oehlke to the CST Advisory Committee. All motions passed by voice vote with no negative votes.

• Approved acceptance of Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Supplemental Award (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved budget amendment/transfer for Community Mental Health Services Block Grant Supplemental Award (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved new Economic Support Specialist - Lead position (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved Suzanne Oehlke as standing appointment to CST Advisory Committee (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved August 3, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Entered closed session for permanency planning cases (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

Agriculture and Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture and Extension Education Committee will meet to review the department budget, approve minutes from July 9, 2026, and receive reports on operations and activities. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Department Budget (Discussion/Possible Action)
• Review/approval of minutes from July 9, 2026
• Area Extension Director Report on office operations and activities
• Educator Reports on programming and activities
• Next meeting date set for September 10, 2026

Park Commission

The Portage County Park Commission will hear a director's report on park operations, logging, staffing, and year-to-date revenue, then consider a commercial drivers license agreement with employees, a resolution for a 2027 Fish and Game Conservation Aids Grant, and a preliminary discussion of the 2027 budget.

• Discussion/Possible Action on Portage County and employee Commercial Drivers License agreement
• Discussion/Possible Action on a resolution for moving forward with County Fish and Game Conservation Aids Grant for 2027
• Discussion on 2027 budget proposal
• Director report: update on park operations, projects, logging, staffing, new Park Specialist, year-to-date revenue through July, and Jordan hydro plant berm
• Approval of draft June 11, 2026 minutes

Housing Authority Board of Commissioners

The Portage County Housing Authority Board will discuss and possibly vote on resolutions to exit the Rural Development Section 515 affordable housing program by prepaying a loan, along with related funding and financial account changes. The board will also review routine items like minutes, cash disbursements, and a director's update, and may enter closed session for personnel and investment discussions.

• Resolution 26-02: Exiting Rural Development Section 515 program with loan prepayment
• Resolution 26-03: Outside source funding for loan prepayment
• Resolution 26-04: All financial account transfer authorization
• Resolution 26-05: Revised utility allowance chart for Housing Choice Voucher program
• Resolution 26-06: Updates to Housing Choice Voucher Administrative Plan

The Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved $112,679.88 in disbursements for April 2026. The board also approved the minutes from the May 13, 2026 meeting and entered closed session to discuss housing complexes and staff, taking action on one item. The next meeting was scheduled for July 8, 2026.

• Approved the May 13, 2026 meeting minutes as presented.
• Approved Housing Authority disbursements for April 2026 totaling $112,679.88.
• Entered closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss housing complexes and staff.
• Directed the Executive Director to continue communications with Rural Development regarding low-income housing complexes.
• Took no action on the closed session item regarding Housing Authority staff.
• Approved the next meeting date of July 8, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. at the Housing Authority office.

Land and Water Conservation Committee

The Land and Water Conservation Committee will discuss and possibly take action on authorizing resolutions for the Healthy Lakes and Rivers Grant and on revising County Ordinance 3.1.17 to add a citizen member to the committee. Other items include reports on the WATER project, farmer-led councils, and the Healthy Lakes grant, plus approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion/possible action on authorizing resolutions for Healthy Lakes and Rivers Grant
• Discussion/possible action on revising County Ordinance 3.1.17 to add a citizen member to the committee
• WATER (Well Owner Assistance for Treatment and Restoration) Project summary of results
• Farmer-Led Councils presentation
• Approval of July 14, 2026 minutes

Central WI Joint Airport Board Meeting

The Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates on airport operations, finances, and projects. A key item is a presentation on the preliminary design for the ARFF/SRE facility. The meeting is largely routine with staff reports and no major decisions listed.

• Presentation on ARFF/SRE Facility Preliminary Design Update
• Approval of minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting
• Public comment period (15-minute limit)
• Financial reports including PFC update and 2026 Joint Finance Committee meeting
• Operations and project updates

Finance Committee

The Portage County Finance Committee will discuss and possibly authorize a $60,305,000 general obligation promissory note sale and the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes budget amendments, grant awards, and a review of the 2027 proposed county budget.

• Resolution awarding $60,305,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A
• Discussion and possible action on the 2027-2032 Capital Improvement Plan
• Resolution authorizing 2026 budget amendments and transfers
• Review of 2027 proposed department budgets for Finance, Risk Management, Purchasing, Treasurer, IT, Insurance, and Non-Departmental
• Tax-deeded and delinquent tax parcel status updates

Space and Properties Committee

The Space and Properties Committee will consider two contract amendments with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for the courthouse remodel and the new jail project, and authorize third-party testing services for the jail construction. The meeting also includes reports on attendance and operations, and approval of prior minutes.

• Contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Phase 1 of the Portage County Courthouse Remodel Project
• Contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Bid Package 2 (Mass Grading and Utilities) for the New Jail and Law Enforcement Center Project
• Authorization of AET for third-party geotechnical and environmental testing for the new jail construction

The Space and Properties Committee approved three construction-related items by voice vote with no negative votes. They authorized a contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for Construction Manager at Risk services for Phase 1 of the Portage County Courthouse Remodel Project, and a second amendment for Bid Package 2 (Mass Grading and Utilities) for the New Jail and Law Enforcement Center Project. They also approved and authorized AET for third-party testing services related to geotechnical and environmental inspections for the new jail/LEC construction. The July 14, 2026 minutes were approved.

• Approved contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for CMAR services, Phase 1 Courthouse Remodel (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved contract amendment with J.H. Findorff & Son Inc. for CMAR services, Bid Package 2 - Mass Grading and Utilities, New Jail/LEC (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved and authorized AET for third-party testing services for geotechnical and environmental inspections, New Jail/LEC (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved July 14, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)

Human Resources Committee

Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC)

The Portage County Local Emergency Planning Committee will convene to elect a chair and vice chair, choose its regular meeting date for the 2026–2028 term, and receive reports on hazardous materials response, training, and grant funding. Members will also review and possibly act on hazardous materials response claims, off-site plans for local facilities, and updates to the county’s hazardous materials strategic plan.

• Elect chairperson and vice chairperson
• Set regular meeting date for 2026–2028 term
• Review and possible approval of hazardous materials response claims
• Review and possible approval of off-site plans for Charter Communications, Ingredion Plant #2, KI Mobility, Lineage Logistics, R.R. Donnelley, Stevens Point Brewery, UNFI Distribution Co, Wilbur Ellis Co, Wisconsin Central LTD, Worzalla Inc.
• Review and possible approval of LEPC by-laws

The Portage County Local Emergency Planning Committee elected Tanner Arnold as Chairperson and Emma Baumhofer as Vice Chairperson for the 2026-2028 term. The committee approved off-site plans for ten facilities, including Charter Communications and Stevens Point Brewery, and approved the LEPC By-laws, which designates Wisconsin Emergency Management as the compliance inspector. The next regular meeting is set for November 5, 2026.

• Elected Tanner Arnold as Chairperson (voice vote, no negatives)
• Elected Emma Baumhofer as Vice Chairperson (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved off-site plans for 10 facilities (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved LEPC By-laws (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved February 5, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)
• Set regular meetings quarterly on 1st Thursday of Feb, May, Aug, Nov at 8:30am

Commission on Aging/Aging and Disability Resource Center Board

The Commission on Aging/ADRC Board will review the 2027 budget, discuss policy renewals, and consider a possible action on the Senior Center Fee Schedule. Reports will cover finance updates, nutrition program, and resource center activities.

• 2027 Budget Information discussion
• Senior Center Fee Schedule for possible action
• Finance Update: Budget Expense & Revenue for May & June
• Nutrition Program: June Snapshot and Picnic Flyer
• ADRC 2025 Annual Report Update

The Portage County Commission on Aging/ADRC Board approved the Senior Center fee schedule changes and the June 4, 2026 meeting minutes. They also approved special meeting attendance reports. The board discussed the 2027 budget, with budget meetings starting the next day, and received updates on various programs.

• Approved Senior Center fee schedule changes (voice vote)
• Approved June 4, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved special meeting attendance reports (voice vote)

General

The Zoning Ordinance Rewrite Advisory Committee is meeting to review summaries from previous committee and subcommittee meetings. The body will also discuss project team tasks regarding land division and groundwater protection.

• Review of June 3, 2026, Advisory Committee Meeting Summary
• Review of July 1, 2026, Zoning and Subdivision Subcommittee Meeting Summaries
• Discussion of Draft Land Division and Development Ordinance
• Discussion of Groundwater Protection PowerPoint Presentation

General

The Portage County Human Resources Committee will meet on August 5, 2026, to discuss and possibly act on several fringe benefit provider resolutions, budget amendments, and a new part-time specialist position. The meeting includes routine reports and public comment procedures.

• Resolution to add a 32-hour/week Energy Sustainability Specialist position funded by Focus on Energy grants
• Budget amendment for Employee Benefits Sick Leave Conversion
• Resolution to select Delta Dental as 2027–2028 voluntary dental insurance provider
• Resolution to select Reliance Matrix as 2027 long-term disability insurance provider
• Resolution to select Curalinc as 2027–2029 Employee Assistance Program provider

Space and Properties Committee

Executive/Operations Committee

The Executive/Operations Committee will review draft 2027 budgets for the Corporation Counsel and County Clerk. The body will also consider appointments to local commissions and a revision to the county code of ordinances.

• 2027 Draft Budget for Corporation Counsel
• 2027 Draft County Board and County Clerk Budget
• Proposed revision to County Code of Ordinances Section 3.1.17 to add a citizen member to the Land and Water Conservation Committee
• Update of Strategic Plan for 2026
• Appointments to the Traffic Safety Commission and Local Emergency Planning Committee

The committee approved a resolution to revise Portage County Code Section 3.1.17, adding a citizen member to the Land and Water Conservation Committee, with a 4-1 vote. It also approved several appointments to local boards and commissions, and approved special meeting reports and payment requests. No substantive decisions were made on other agenda items, which were discussion-only.

• Approved resolution to revise Code Section 3.1.17 adding citizen member to Land and Water Conservation Committee (4-1)
• Approved appointment of Kari Sittig to Local Emergency Planning Committee (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved appointments of Anthony Luchinni, Andrea Krantz, Kristen Johnson, and Paul Bushmaker to Traffic Safety Commission (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved special meeting reports/payment authorization requests (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved July 7, 2026 minutes (voice vote, no negatives)

Health and Human Services Board

The Health and Human Services Board will review presentations on WIC, youth risk behavior, and public health statistics. The board is scheduled to discuss the acceptance of and budget amendment for a Traffic Safety Grant regarding child passenger safety seats.

• Acceptance of Traffic Safety Grant for Child Passenger Safety Seats
• Budget Amendment/Transfer Request for Traffic Safety Grant - Child Passenger Safety Seats
• Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) presentation
• Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) presentation
• Division of Public Health Q2 2026 Statistics

The Health and Human Services Board approved acceptance of a Traffic Safety Grant for Child Passenger Safety Seats and a related budget amendment/transfer request, both by voice vote with no negative votes. The board also approved the July 20, 2026 meeting minutes. Presentations were given on the WIC program, Youth Risk Behavior Survey, and Q2 2026 public health statistics, but no action was taken on them.

• Approved acceptance of Traffic Safety Grant for Child Passenger Safety Seats (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved budget amendment/transfer request for Traffic Safety Grant (voice vote, no negatives)
• Approved July 20, 2026 meeting minutes (voice vote, no negatives)

Public Library Board

The Portage County Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review library operations and financial reports. The board will discuss and potentially take action on the 2027 budget proposal.

• 2027 PCPL Budget Proposal
• Approval of Financials
• June 17, 2026 Meeting Minutes

The Portage County Public Library Board of Trustees approved the 2025 PCPL Budget as proposed and the financials as reported, both by voice vote. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned after routine reports and approval of prior minutes.

• Approved June 17, 2026 meeting minutes by voice vote
• Approved financials as reported by voice vote
• Approved 2025 PCPL Budget as proposed by voice vote

General

The Portage County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a special exception request for a property in the Town of Carson. The board will also elect officers and review previous meeting minutes.

• Petition PET-2026-009: Request for special exception to install holding tanks for commercial and public use at 343 County Rd E S
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Review of Signature Policy
• Approval of minutes from April 20, May 18, and May 18 (on-site)

Solid Waste Management Board

The Solid Waste Management Board will receive reports on landfill, hazardous waste, and recycling processing. The board will discuss and possibly act on a contingency plan if federal funding for deer carcass dumpsters is unavailable.

• Contingency plan for deer carcass dumpsters regarding federal funding
• Landfill, Special Program, and Hazardous Waste updates
• SWAP Reconciliation and Recycling Processing Report

The Board approved a contingency plan for deer carcass disposal in the event federal funding is unavailable. This includes placing a dumpster onsite and implementing specific user fees.

• Approved May meeting minutes (voice vote, 0 negative)
• Authorized staff to place a deer carcass dumpster onsite and implement fees not to exceed $200 per ton with a minimum charge of up to $10 per vehicle (voice vote, 1 negative)