Rock County public meetings in 2024

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will review payments, approve resolutions including a contract for courthouse elevator controls, and discuss jail renovation and solar field projects. The committee will also hold an executive session to discuss the sale of the Rock County Health Care Center.

• Awarding contract for elevator controls at the Courthouse
• Approval for increasing contingency for jail renovation project
• Update on Solar Field Installation
• Quarterly Budget Review
• Executive session to deliberate on sale of Rock County Health Care Center

The General Services Committee approved a resolution awarding a contract for phase 2 of the elevator controls modernization at the courthouse, and approved increasing the contingency and change order for hazardous material abatement at Pinehurst. The committee also reviewed payments, the jail renovation schedule, and a solar field update, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved agenda as amended (moved item 9 before item 8)
• Approved December 3, 2024 minutes
• Approved resolution awarding contract for elevator controls (phase 2) at courthouse
• Approved increasing contingency and change order for hazardous material abatement at Pinehurst

Education & Veterans Committee

The Rock County Education and Veterans Committee will meet to approve minutes and transfers, review payments, and discuss updates from the Veterans Service Office and an Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee.

• Approval of November Payments
• Veterans Service Office Update
• Discussion of Education Role of Committee
• Updates from Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee
• Approval of Transfers

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will meet to review payments and transfers. The board will also discuss and potentially take action on rental rates for Building 6 and 7 T-Hangars for 2025.

• T-Hangar rental rates for 2025 (Building 6 and 7)
• Review of November 2024 payments
• Approval of transfers

The Airport Board approved a 3.6% rental rate increase for T-hangar tenants in Buildings 6 and 7 for 2025, expected to add about $3,000 to the airport budget. The board also approved year-end transfers and November 2024 payments. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was informational.

• Approved 3.6% T-hangar rental rate increase for Buildings 6 and 7 (motion carried, Leyes abstained)
• Approved year-end transfers for fence repair deductible and airport house roof (motion carried)
• Approved November 2024 payments (motion carried)

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will discuss extending the authorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development. It will also review possible actions on three land development requests: LD 2024 047 in Avon Township, LD 2024 057 in Harmony Township, and LD 2024 059 in Spring Valley Township. Additional items include a finance review of November payments and updates from the Director on signage contracts and office space moves.

• Review and possible action on LD 2024 047 (Avon Township) – Komprood (1 Lot CSM)
• Review and possible action on LD 2024 057 (Harmony Township) – Backyard Properties (28 Lot Subdivision)
• Review and possible action on LD 2024 059 (Spring Valley Township) – Donaldson Marital Trust (1 Lot CSM)
• Extending Authorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development
• Review of November Payments (Finance)

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee approved three land division applications (LD 2024 047, LD 2024 057, LD 2024 059) with conditions, all unanimously. It also extended the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved LD 2024 047 (Avon Township, 1-lot CSM) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2024 057 (Harmony Township, 28-lot subdivision) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2024 059 (Spring Valley Township, 1-lot CSM) with conditions (unanimous)
• Extended authorization of Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will review and approve several budget resolutions, including the allocation of additional ARPA funds to tornado victims and HealthNet. The committee will also consider grant acceptances for anti-heroin and overdose initiatives and amend related sheriff and public health budgets. Additional items include approving a jail facilities transfer over $10,000 and reviewing November payments exceeding $10,000.

• Approve Jail Facilities Transfer Request over $10,000
• Review November Payments over $10,000
• Amend 2024 HSD Budget to accept ADRC Modernization Funds
• Authorize Anti-Heroin Task Force COPS Grant and amend 2025 Sheriff's Office Budget
• Allocate additional ARPA Funds to tornado victims and HealthNet, amending 2024 Budget

The Rock County Finance Committee approved allocating additional ARPA funds to tornado victims and HealthNet, amending the 2024 budget. It also approved several other items, including accepting grants, updating courtroom audiovisual systems, and setting opening bids for tax lien properties. All actions were adopted as presented, with no substantive denials or tabling.

• Approved allocating additional ARPA funds to tornado victims and HealthNet (unanimous)
• Approved amending 2024 HSD budget to accept ADRC modernization funds (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of Anti-Heroin Task Force COPS grant and amending 2025 Sheriff's budget (unanimous)
• Approved accepting additional Overdose Data to Action grant funds and amending 2025 Public Health budget (unanimous)
• Approved enhancement of audiovisual systems in courtrooms and Jury Assembly Room (unanimous)
• Approved repealing and recreating Ordinance 2.202 on foreclosure of tax liens (unanimous)
• Approved per meeting allowances of $17,707.02 (unanimous)
• Set opening bids for 12 tax lien properties, ranging from $5,000 to $25,000 (one with 1 nay vote)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will consider a range of items, including routine consent agenda approvals, several budget amendments, and appointments to county commissions. Public hearings will address new and revised ordinances on jail inmate costs and foreclosure procedures. New business will include allocating ARPA funds for tornado relief and HealthNet, extending the passenger rail development committee, and ratifying a labor agreement with the Deputy Sheriff’s Association.

• Allocating additional ARPA funds to tornado victims and HealthNet (budget amendment)
• Accepting Anti-Heroin Task Force COPS Grant and amending the 2025 Sheriff's Office Budget
• Approving 2025 Human Services Department provider contracts
• Public hearing: First reading of Chapter 3, Part 9 (Jail Inmate Cost) ordinance
• Extending authorization of the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development

The Rock County Board of Supervisors approved several resolutions, including the 2024-2025 labor agreement with the Deputy Sheriff's Association and 2025 base wage rates for most employees. They also allocated additional ARPA funds to tornado victims and HealthNet, established a Youth in Governance Pilot Program, and extended the Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development. All votes were recorded with specific tallies.

• Approved allocating additional ARPA funds to tornado victims and HealthNet (26-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 labor agreement with Deputy Sheriff's Association (26-0)
• Approved 2025 base wage rates for non-law enforcement employees (24-2)
• Established Youth in Governance Pilot Program (24-2)
• Extended Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development (15-11)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 3 amending traffic code (26-0)
• Approved consent agenda by acclamation
• Adopted resolutions recognizing employees and accepting grants

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will meet to review payments and budget transfers. The committee will also discuss the 2025 Medical Director contract and reports from the Resident Council and Rock Haven Improvement Committee.

• Review of Medical Director Contract for 2025
• Review of payments to staffing agencies
• Budget transfers
• Rock Haven Improvement Committee information item
• Resident Council and Agenda information item

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and review the 2024 budget to actual report. The board will also receive updates on out-of-home placements and the CORE Wellbeing Action Team.

• Approval of 2024-12-11 HS Board Contract Summary
• Review of November bills paid
• Resolution recognizing Laura Krause
• 2024 Human Services Budget to Actual Report
• Update on Out of Home Placements and Resources

The Rock County Human Services Board unanimously approved the agenda with two items postponed, the November 25 meeting minutes, a batch of contracts, and a resolution recognizing Laura Krause for 30 years of service. The board also received updates on the 2024 budget and foster care resources, but no substantive policy decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved agenda with removal of items 7.A and 10.C (unanimous)
• Approved November 25, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved contracts (unanimous)
• Approved resolution recognizing Laura Krause for 30 years of service (unanimous)

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will review recent payments and program reports. It will discuss and consider action on the 2025 Extension Contract. The committee will also consider waiving rental fees for the WI Livestock Breeders Association and the FFA, and approve a gun show at the Craig Center. Additional items include reviewing fairgrounds contracts and the 2024 budget.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Extension Contract
• Approval to waive rental fee for WI Livestock Breeders Association
• Approval to waive rental fee for FFA
• Approval of gun show in the Craig Center
• Review of November payments for Division of Extension and Fairgrounds

The committee approved the 2025 Extension Contract with Rock County and passed a resolution establishing a Youth in Governance Pilot Program. It also approved November contracts, rental fee waivers for the Wisconsin Livestock Breeders Association and FFA, and postponed a decision on a gun show at the Craig Center pending legal counsel's recommendation.

• Approved 2025 Extension Contract with Rock County (unanimous)
• Passed resolution establishing Youth in Governance Pilot Program (unanimous)
• Approved November contracts (unanimous)
• Postponed gun show at Craig Center decision to next meeting
• Approved rental fee waiver for Wisconsin Livestock Breeders Association for June 14, 2025
• Approved rental fee waiver for FFA Youth Judging Contest

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee will review the Parks Year End Report and discuss several highway items, including a lease for Orfordville, a herbicide project, and staffing updates. A key agenda item is the discussion and possible approval of the 2025 Routine Maintenance Agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The committee will also consider a resolution recognizing Tommy Woodstock and review November 2024 payments.

• Resolution to recognize Tommy Woodstock
• Discussion and possible action on Orfordville Lease (Todd Suer)
• Discussion and possible action on approval of 2025 Routine Maintenance Agreement with WisDOT
• Discussion and possible action on Herbicide Project
• Review of November 2024 payments

The Public Works Committee approved a six-month lease for the Suer Pit in Orfordville, the 2025 Routine Maintenance Agreement with WisDOT, and continued the herbicide program with an annual review. The committee also adopted a resolution recognizing Tommy Woodstock and approved the agenda and prior minutes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved Orfordville lease for Suer Pit (six-month term)
• Approved 2025 Routine Maintenance Agreement with WisDOT
• Continued herbicide program with annual review
• Adopted resolution recognizing Tommy Woodstock
• Approved agenda with item order change
• Approved minutes from November 12, 2024

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will consider several resolutions, including recognizing officials and authorizing acceptance of the Anti‑Heroin and Anti‑Methamphetamine Task Force COPS grants with related amendments to the 2025 Sheriff's Office budget. The committee will also vote on ratifying the 2024‑2025 labor agreement with the Deputy Sheriff’s Association and on creating Chapter 3, Part 9 of the Rock County Ordinances (Jail Inmate Cost). Additional items include authorizing purchase of a replacement patrol squad and an update on tornado relief distribution of ARPA funds.

• Authorize acceptance of the Anti-Heroin Task Force COPS Grant and amend the 2025 Sheriff's Office budget
• Authorize acceptance of the Anti-Methamphetamine Task Force COPS Grant and amend the 2025 Sheriff's Office budget
• Ratify the 2024-2025 labor agreement between Rock County and the Deputy Sheriff’s Association
• Create Chapter 3, Part 9 of the Rock County Ordinances (Jail Inmate Cost)
• Authorize purchase of a replacement patrol squad

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will consider several resolutions, including ratifying the 2024‑2025 labor agreement with the Deputy Sheriff’s Association and approving the 2025 base wage rates for all employees except represented law‑enforcement staff. The committee will also amend Chapter 18 of the county ordinances and update the salary/wage grid and administrative policy manual. Additional items include appointments to various county coordinating councils and commissions.

• Ratify the 2024‑2025 Labor Agreement Between Rock County and the Deputy Sheriff’s Association
• Approve the 2025 Base Wage Rates for all employees (except represented law‑enforcement employees) and amend the wage grid
• Amend Chapter 18 of the Rock County Ordinances
• Approve changes to the Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual
• Appointments to the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council, Veterans Service Commission, and Transportation Coordinating Committee

The committee approved the 2025 base wage rates for all employees except represented law enforcement, and amended the wage grid. It also ratified the 2024-2025 labor agreement with the Deputy Sheriff's Association. Several items were postponed to April, including an ordinance amendment and changes to the administrative policy manual.

• Approved 2025 base wage rates and wage grid amendment
• Ratified 2024-2025 labor agreement with Deputy Sheriff's Association
• Postponed Chapter 18 ordinance amendment to 1st meeting in April
• Postponed administrative policy manual changes to 1st meeting in April (7-1)
• Approved salary/wage grid changes with amendments
• Approved appointment to Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Approved William Hefty to Veterans Service Commission (6-2)
• Adopted five recognition resolutions

Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance

The Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance will discuss wellness topics presented by Dean and Mercy, review employee premium share and decrement examples, consider future meeting topics, and address citizen participation. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Wellness Discussion – Dean
• Wellness Discussion – Mercy
• Employee Premium Share and Decrement Examples
• Future Meeting Topics
• Citizen Participation

The Rock County Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. They reviewed wellness program options and premium share examples but made no substantive decisions, deferring action on wellness programs and plan design preferences to the January 3, 2025 meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion by Dan Banks, second by Amy Sather)
• Approved minutes from October 18, 2024 (motion by Amy Sather, second by Dan Banks)
• Adjourned at 10:55 AM (motion by Dan Banks, second by Carl McNutt)

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will conduct routine procedural actions, including certifying the public notice, approving the agenda, and approving the draft minutes from the November 8, 2024 meeting. Commissioners will then receive updates on the Merrimac Bridge, an Iowa County profitability plan request, the commission’s financial status, Wisconsin & Southern Railroad operations, and WisDOT bridge and rail programs. No substantive decisions beyond the standard approvals are scheduled.

• Certification of meeting’s public notice (Action Item)
• Approval of agenda (Action Item)
• Approval of draft November 8, 2024 meeting minutes (Action Item)
• WRRTC Financial Report – Treasurer’s Year‑to‑Date Financial Statements as of 10/31/2024 (Update)
• Wisconsin & Southern Railroad’s report on operations and private crossing agreements (Update)

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will meet on Dec. 4, 2024 to conduct routine business, including approving minutes from the Nov. 6, 2024 meeting and providing updates on membership and a community health improvement plan. The board will vote on adopting a contract template for ARPA affordable housing funds. They will also discuss developing an addendum to a recently completed analysis of impediment to fair housing. Public comments must be submitted by noon the day before the meeting.

• Approval of minutes from the meeting held November 6, 2024
• Housing Authority membership update
• Community Health Improvement Plan report (meeting held November 6, 2024)
• Approval of contract template for ARPA Affordable Housing Funds
• Discussion of an addendum for the analysis of impediment to fair housing report

Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven

The Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven will review the Rock Haven Operational, Financial, and Staffing Analysis Report. Members may discuss findings and consider possible actions based on the report. The meeting also includes routine items such as agenda approval, citizen participation, and setting the next meeting date.

• Review and possible action on Rock Haven Operational, Financial, and Staffing Analysis Report
• Approve agenda
• Approve November 13, 2024 minutes
• Citizen participation and public comments
• Determine next meeting date and time

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will adopt its agenda, approve the November 6, 2024 minutes, and discuss administrative items such as payment reviews and fund transfers. A key resolution will consider accepting additional overdose data to activate grant funds and amend the 2025 public health department budget. The meeting also includes a Director's Report and public comment opportunities.

• Adopt agenda
• Approve BOH minutes from 11/6/24
• Review of payments and transfer of funds over $5,000
• Public Health Department Director's Report
• Resolution to accept additional overdose data and amend the 2025 budget

Land Conservation Committee

The Rock County Land Conservation Committee will discuss aquatic invasive species grants and approve notices of noncompliance for farmland preservation. The body will also approve contracts for land and water resource management projects.

• Approval of Notice of Noncompliance for Bollerud parcels
• LWRM Cost Share Fund Transfer to Adams County
• LWRM Cost Share Fund Transfer to St. Croix County
• Approval of 10 LWRM contracts
• Presentation on Rock River Coalition aquatic invasive species grant activities

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will meet to approve minutes, review facility transfer requests, and discuss the schedule for law enforcement services and jail renovation.

• Approval of November 19, 2024 minutes
• Fairgrounds Facilities Transfer Request Over $10,000.00
• Jail Facilities Transfer Request Over $10,000.00
• Review of Law Enforcement Services / Jail Renovation Schedule
• Next meeting scheduled for December 17, 2024

Environmental Management System Committee

The Rock County Environmental Management System Committee will meet to review and discuss an update to its goals and objectives. The committee will also hear a staff report on the Green Tier Legacy Scorecard status. Standard agenda items such as approvals, citizen participation, and scheduling the next meeting will also be addressed.

• Review and discussion of Goals & Objectives Update
• Director/Staff report on Green Tier Legacy Scorecard status
• Citizen participation comments and announcements

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will vote on provider contracts for 2025 and amend the 2024 budget to accept ADRC Modernization Funds. It will also review and possibly approve the 2025 service rates for the department. Additional agenda items include an IMPACT award presentation and reports on ARPA homelessness prevention funding.

• Approve 2025 Human Services Department provider contracts
• Amend 2024 HSD budget to accept ADRC Modernization Funds
• Review and possible approval of 2025 service rates for HSD
• Human Services IMPACT Award recipient for November – Ms. Luster
• Report on 2024 Third Quarter ARPA Homelessness Prevention Matching Grant

Behavioral Health Redesign Steering

The Behavioral Health Redesign Steering Committee will hold its regular meeting, approve the agenda and the minutes from February 22, 2024, and consider potential action to dissolve the committee. The meeting also includes a segment for citizen participation, communications, and announcements, and will set the date and time for the next meeting.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes from February 22, 2024
• Potential action on dissolving the Behavioral Health Redesign Steering Committee
• Citizen participation, communications and announcements
• Set next meeting date and time

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The Rock County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will review reports on the drug court and the Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Grant. Workgroup updates will be presented, followed by discussions on law‑enforcement concerns, scheduling of preliminary hearings, and potential future focus areas for the council.

• Recognition of District Attorney David O'Leary
• Drug Court Report
• Update on Treatment Alternatives and Diversion Grant (TAD)
• Workgroup updates (Executive, Equity, Behavioral Health Information Sharing, Risk Reduction Interventions, Risk Assessment & Pretrial)
• Discussion regarding scheduling preliminary hearings

ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee

The ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee will meet to discuss nutrition program operations. The body is reviewing federal fiscal year data and a state audit regarding documentation and policies.

• Comparison of Federal Fiscal Year 2023 vs. 2024 nutrition data
• State Audit regarding documentation and policies
• Discussion on shelf-stable meals
• Volunteer Recognition Luncheon
• Reports from Aramark and Nutrition & Health Associates

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will consider items related to law‑enforcement services and a jail renovation project, including approval of change orders and a schedule review. The committee will also review a change order for the University of Wisconsin‑Whitewater at the Rock Nursing Program renovation. Routine agenda items such as approval of the agenda, minutes, transfers, payments, and resolutions will also be addressed.

• Approval of change orders for the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project
• Review of schedule for the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project
• Review of change order for UWW at Rock Nursing Program renovation
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of November 5, 2024 minutes

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Rock County Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss several agenda items, including a review of the National LEPC Handbook Appendix O self‑evaluation and a review and approval of the Rock County Strategic Plan. The committee will also consider the Offsite Facility and Battery Plan, and will handle subcommittee membership sign‑ups. The meeting includes routine items such as call to order, agenda approval, and scheduling the next meeting for January 21, 2025.

• National LEPC Handbook – Appendix O: Self‑Evaluation Review
• Review and Approval of the Rock County Strategic Plan
• Offsite Facility and Battery Plan Review and Approval
• Subcommittee Membership Signup
• Next meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025

Education & Veterans Committee

The Rock County Education and Veterans Committee will meet on November 19, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and reviewing October payments. The committee will hear an update from the Veterans Service Office, discuss its education role, and receive reports from the Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee. No specific actions or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Veterans Service Office update
• Discussion of education role of committee
• Updates from the Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will review and vote on several items, including an event agreement with Propel Forward, Inc., a permit for alcohol and signage for the same organization, and the establishment of lease rates for 2025. The board will also address October payment reviews, the expiration of terms for board members Eric Baker and Frank McKearn, and provide updates from the Airport Director. Public comments are accepted through November 17.

• Event Agreement Between Propel Forward, Inc. and Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport
• Alcohol and Sign Permit for Propel Forward, Inc.
• Establishing 2025 Lease Rates
• Review of October Payments
• Expiring Terms of Airport Board Members Eric Baker and Frank McKearn

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Coordinating Committee will review old business, including the Mobility Management Position for Rock County. New business includes discussion of two grant applications: a 5310 Grant and an 85.21 Grant. A public hearing will be conducted for the 85.21 Grant. The meeting also includes citizen participation announcements and routine reports.

• Mobility Management Position for Rock County (old business)
• 5310 Grant discussion (new business)
• 85.21 Grant discussion (new business)
• Public hearing for the 85.21 Grant
• Citizen Participation, Communications and Announcements

Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance

The Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance will meet to discuss plan options and proposed cost increases for the 2026 plan year. The body will review the dual choice fully insured-Mercy & Dean option and explore ways to offset proposed increases.

• Review of proposed health insurance increases for Plan Year 2026
• Discussion of dual choice fully insured-Mercy & Dean plan
• Review of committee focus regarding Self-Funded, Employee Trust Fund Plan, and Health Trust Account

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will review a code enforcement item regarding a lot request in Harmony Township. The meeting also includes an economic report and updates on broadband and planning projects.

• Review and possible action on LD 2024 070 (Harmony Township) – Meier (1 Lot CSM)
• Quarter Three Rock Ready Index Economic Report
• Informational update on Broadband BEAD
• Updates on Farmland Preservation, Janesville 208 Water Quality, and Comprehensive plans
• Review of bills paid for October 2024

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will review and vote on several financial items, including the acceptance of an Integrated HIV Prevention Grant and a 2025 Highway Safety Grant, each with corresponding budget amendments. The committee will also examine October payments, transfers, and per‑meeting allowances. Additional discussion items include setting a date for tax foreclosure pricing, a donation request from Human Services, and purchasing support hours with EDCi.

• Approve agenda and October 24, 2024 minutes
• Approve transfers and review October payments, including payments over $10,000
• Review and approve resolutions to accept the Integrated HIV Prevention Grant and amend the 2024 Public Health Department budget
• Authorize acceptance of the 2025 Highway Safety Grant and amend the 2024 Sheriff's Office budget
• Discuss setting a date for tax foreclosure pricing, a holiday gift donation request, and purchase of support hours with EDCi

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will conduct a first reading of an amendment to the Rock County Code of Ordinance regarding the traffic code. The meeting also includes discussions on remaining ARPA funds and a financial analysis of Rock Haven.

• Public hearing on amending 3.103 of the Rock County Code of Ordinance (Traffic Code)
• Acceptance of 2025 Highway Safety Grant and 2024 Sheriff's Office Budget amendment
• Acceptance of Wisconsin DNR County Conservation Aids Grant CC25-54WM
• Contract award for hazardous material abatement for Pinehurst
• Acceptance of Integrated HIV Prevention Grant and 2024 Public Health Department Budget amendment

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will meet to review budget transfers and payments to staffing agencies. The body will also receive reports on Rock Haven improvements and health care surveys.

• Resolution recognizing Matthew Nygren for service to Rock Haven
• Review of payments to staffing agencies
• Budget transfers
• Rock Haven Improvement Committee update
• Health Care Survey (Event ID P8V711) and Life Safety Survey (Event ID P8V721)

Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven

The Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven will meet on November 13, 2024 at 3:00 PM. The committee will review and discuss the Rock Haven Operational, Financial, and Staffing Analysis Report. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as call to order, approval of agenda and minutes, citizen participation, and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion of Rock Haven Operational, Financial, and Staffing Analysis Report
• Public comment period for agenda items
• Approval of October 18, 2024 minutes

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider and approve pending contracts. It will review bills paid by the Human Services Department for October 2024. The board will present the October IMPACT Award to Ms. Luster and adopt a resolution recognizing Debbie K. Cook. An overview report on the Youth Services Center will be discussed and committee requests heard.

• Approval of contracts (details not specified in agenda)
• Review of October 2024 Human Services Department bills
• Human Services IMPACT Award presented to Ms. Luster
• Resolution recognizing Debbie K. Cook
• Youth Services Center overview report

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will review financial reports and payments for the Division of Extension and the Fairgrounds. The body will also consider the 2025 Extension Contract and a rental fee waiver request.

• Discussion and possible action on 2025 Extension Contract
• Approval of October Rental Contracts for Fairgrounds
• Rental Fee Waiver Request for Fairgrounds
• Program Report from Bilingual Positive Youth Development Outreach Educator Erin Conway
• Review of October payments for Division of Extension and Fairgrounds

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is meeting to review and approve resolutions regarding the county's financial settings. The primary focus of the meeting is the tax levy and tax rate for 2024.

• Review and approval of resolutions setting the Tax Levy and Tax Rate for 2024

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss parks and highway business, including the acceptance of a state conservation grant. The body will also consider an amendment to the Rock County Traffic Code and review equipment and staffing updates.

• Acceptance of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources County Conservation Aids Grant CC25-54WM
• Amendment to 3.103 of the Rock County Code of Ordinance (Traffic Code)
• Resolution recognizing Francis Beggs
• Discussion on Herbicide Project and Shop Fan Proposal
• Review of October 2024 payments

Ad Hoc Broadband Committee

The Ad Hoc Broadband Committee is meeting to discuss the federal Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) application process. The body will consider endorsement requests from internet service providers.

• Review of WI Public Service Commission BEAD application process
• Executive session presentation by Lauren Clark of Charter/Spectrum Communications
• Executive session presentation by Mitch Olson of Bug Tussel Wireless

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will approve the agenda, minutes from October 22, 2024, and a consent calendar that includes a Sheriff's Office transfer request of $10,000 and over. It will vote on resolutions to recognize Rose Davis for service and to accept the 2025 Highway Safety Grant while amending the 2024 Sheriff’s Office budget. The committee will also discuss a request to lease RTOC Flock camera equipment.

• Sheriff's Office Transfer Request – $10,000 and over
• Acceptance of the 2025 Highway Safety Grant and amendment to the 2024 Sheriff’s Office budget
• Resolution recognizing Rose Davis for service to Rock County
• Request to lease RTOC Flock camera equipment
• Approval of October 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider and adopt the recommended 2025 Annual County Budget. Following the budget adoption, the Board will set the tax levy and tax rate for 2024.

• Adoption of the recommended 2025 Annual County Budget
• Setting the tax levy and tax rate for 2024
• Budget amendment to transfer excess interest earned to the Debt Service Fund
• Budget amendment to include the Courtroom AV Capital Project
• Cancellation of a check over two years old

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will meet to verify the results of the November 5, 2024 Fall General Election. The body will complete and sign the Canvassers Statement.

• Verification of November 5, 2024 Fall General Election results
• Signing of the Canvassers Statement

County Board Staff Committee

The committee will review payments and transfers and consider resolutions recognizing several individuals. The body will also discuss the recruitment of a County Administrator and the confirmation of an Acting County Administrator.

• Confirmation of appointment of Acting County Administrator
• Discussion regarding County Administrator recruitment
• Review of October payments
• Resolutions recognizing Francis Beggs, Rose Davis, Matthew Nygren, Debbie K. Cook, and Josh Smith
• Executive sessions regarding litigation strategy and 2025 collective bargaining parameters

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will receive updates on Amtrak, WSOR operations, WisDOT bridges, and a trail project. Commissioners will discuss the Aurora Street Crossing decision from a September 16, 2024 circuit court ruling. The agenda includes actions to approve payment of registration fees for a freight rail conference and to approve revisions to a private crossing agreement. The meeting also includes routine reports and a vote to adjourn.

• Aurora Street Crossing update and discussion of Sep 16 2024 circuit court decision (Middleton, WI)
• Approval of payment for commissioners’ registration fees for a freight rail conference
• Approval of revisions to a private rail crossing agreement
• WSOR report on maintenance projects, private crossing agreements, and Baraboo sewer line
• WisDOT report on bridge updates at Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review budget amendments for the Courtroom AV Capital Project and the transfer of excess interest to the Debt Service Fund. The committee will also discuss 2025 budget appeals and the use of Job Center sale proceeds.

• Budget amendment for Courtroom AV Capital Project
• Transfer of excess interest earned to the Debt Service Fund
• Discussion of 2025 budget appeals
• Review of Job Center sale proceeds and debt service fund balance
• Cancellation of a check over two years old

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will meet to discuss planning efforts and the status of ARPA affordable housing contracts. The body is scheduled to take action on the approval of a draft AI document.

• Approval of Draft AI Document
• Status update on ARPA Affordable Housing Contracts
• Housing Market Report
• Update regarding Consolidated Plan planning efforts

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will meet to adopt the agenda, approve the October 2, 2024 minutes, and hear citizen comments. New business includes a review of payments, a transfer of funds over $5,000, and a public health department report covering the director's update, the Beloit Public Library initiative, sexually transmitted infections, and the 2025 recommended budget. The board will vote on a resolution to accept integrated HIV prevention grant funds and amend the 2024 health department budget.

• Review of Payments
• Transfer of Funds over $5,000
• Public Health Department Report – Director's Report, Beloit Public Library Initiative, Sexually Transmitted Infections
• Review, Consideration, and Possible Action – 2025 Recommended Budget
• Resolution to accept Integrated HIV Prevention Grant Funds and amend the 2024 budget

Land Conservation Committee

The Rock County Land Conservation Committee will consider several action items, including contracts under the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program, a utility easement request for a solar facility at the County Farm, and the election of three members to the Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Board. It will also approve a cooperative agreement to enable the Rock River Coalition to apply for a 2024 Lake Monitoring & Protection Network grant and review bills that have been paid. Public comments are accepted through noon on November 5, 2024.

• CREP contracts for applicants such as Bjoin Realty, Steve Earleywine, Rod Rotar‑Rodgers Living Trust, Dan Miller, Terrance Reilly, Evan Sayre Irrevocable Trust, Julie Hawkinson, Kristopher Koenig, Kenneth Dodson, and Richard McCoy
• Request for utility easement for Wisconsin Power and Light Company’s solar facility at the County Farm
• Election of three members to the Wisconsin Land and Water Conservation Board
• Approval of cooperative agreement for Rock River Coalition to apply for 2024 Lake Monitoring & Protection Network grant
• Review of bills paid

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will consider several items, including awarding a contract for hazardous material abatement at Pinehurst. The committee will receive updates on the law‑enforcement services/jail project schedule and on the nursing program renovation change orders #5 and #6. It will also consider an Alliant Energy easement request and receive updates on health‑care center marketing and facilities‑management capital projects.

• Awarding Contract for Hazardous Material Abatement for Pinehurst
• Law Enforcement Services/Jail Project Schedule Update
• Nursing Program Renovation – Review of Change Order #5 and #6
• Approval of Alliant Energy Easement Request
• Update on Health Care Center Building Marketing

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will discuss UW Extension initiatives regarding test plots within the Alliant Energy solar array. The body will also review goals, objectives, and the Green Tier Legacy Community quarterly report.

• Presentation by Josh Kamps on UW Extension test plots in the Alliant Energy solar array
• Goals & Objectives Update
• Green Tier Legacy Community October 28 Quarterly Report Highlights

Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance

The Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance will meet on November 1, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes, followed by a discussion of self-funding for the 2026 employee health insurance plan, covering timeline, funding and commitment. The committee will also consider future meeting topics and citizen participation. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes
• Discussion and review of self-funding for 2026 employee health insurance (timeline, funding, commitment)
• Future meeting topics
• Citizen participation

General

The Rock County Groundwater Nitrate Work Group will meet on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at 8:00 AM in the Land Conservation Conference Room, 440 N US Hwy 14, Janesville, and via Zoom. The agenda includes reports on a proposed Bedrock Geology Mapping Project, the UW Discovery Farms Lysimeter Research Project, County Farm Well Sampling and Research, the Nitrate Mitigation Assistance Program, and the Farmers on the Rock Producer‑Led Watershed Group. No formal decisions are listed; the items are presented as updates and reports. Public comments must be submitted by noon on October 29, 2024.

• Report on Proposed Bedrock Geology Mapping Project
• UW Discovery Farms Lysimeter Research Project – Update
• County Farm Well Sampling and Research – Update
• Nitrate Mitigation Assistance Program – Update
• Farmers on the Rock Producer‑Led Watershed Group – Update

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will meet on October 30, 2024 at 6:00 PM in the County Board Room. The agenda includes a public hearing on the 2025 recommended budget. Public comments are limited to a total of 40 minutes and must be submitted by noon on the meeting day.

• Public hearing on the 2025 recommended budget

Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission (PRTC)

The Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission will discuss possible lease renewal terms for PRTC-owned tax parcel ID 206-1078.0000 in the City of Darlington and a potential change in ownership. Commissioners will also address encroachment and trespassing issues involving Dan Powers, and may move to a closed session to receive legal counsel on litigation related to the real‑estate matters. Standard reports on finances, WSOR, WisDOT, and the Tri‑County Trail will be presented.

• Item 12 – Possible lease renewal terms with Becky Burbach (f/k/a Becky Butson) and possible change in ownership of tax parcel ID 206-1078.0000, City of Darlington
• Item 13 – Discussion of encroachments and trespassing, including removal of raw forest products by Dan Powers
• Item 14 – Consideration of adjourning to closed session for legal counsel on litigation related to items 12 and 13
• Item 8 – PRTC Financial Report by Treasurer Gundlach
• Item 9 – WSOR Operations Report by Ken Lucht

Planning & Development Committee

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee will adopt its agenda, approve minutes from the October 10, 2024 meeting, and consider several agenda items. It will review two land development applications (LD 2024 048 and LD 2024 051) from La Prairie Township, examine an analysis of impediments to fair housing choice, and consider a resolution to amend the Rock County Land Information Plan. The committee will also discuss and possibly act on the 2025 recommended budget. Public comments are accepted through October 23, 2024.

• Review and possible action on LD 2024 048 (LaPrairie Township) – Helen Sagen Estate (1 Lot CSM)
• Review and possible action on LD 2024 051 (LaPrairie Township) – Mueller (1 Lot CSM)
• Action item: Review and possible action on Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice Document
• Resolution to amend the Rock County Land Information Plan
• Review, discussion and possible action related to the 2025 recommended budget

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the 2025 Administrator's Recommended Budget for departments reporting to the committee. Members will also review the budget appeals process and specific 2025 budget appeals.

• Resolution to designate a qualified newspaper for 2025 legal publications
• Budget amendment to transfer excess interest earned to the Debt Service Fund
• Review of the 2025 Administrator's Recommended Budget
• Discussion of the 2025 budget appeals process and specific appeals
• Discussion regarding changes to the In Rem procedure

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will consider several items, including a resolution to amend the budget by transferring excess interest earned to the Debt Service Fund. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as the agenda, minutes, and a nomination to the Land Information Council. Additional items are a designation of a qualified newspaper for legal publications in 2025 and several policy and procedural amendments.

• Resolution for a Budget Amendment to Transfer Excess Interest Earned to the Debt Service Fund for Future Purposes
• Designation of a Qualified Newspaper for All Rock County Legal Publications for 2025
• Appointment to the Land Information Council
• Amending the Rock County Land Information Plan
• Employee Compensatory Time – Policy Change

Community Action

The Community Action Board will consider several approvals, including the consent agenda, the planning and evaluation packet, and the 2025 CSBG application. A major item is the Joint Finance/HR packet, which proposes moving employee health coverage to Exemplar with a 3% cost decrease, adjusting employer contributions, instituting a $50 quarterly health incentive, abstaining from a 2025 merit increase and adding a floating holiday, and updating the salary schedule. The board will also vote to approve the Executive Director’s report before adjourning.

• Approve consent agenda (minutes from August 28, October 7, October 8, October 14, 2024).
• Approve the planning and evaluation packet.
• Approve the 2025 CSBG application.
• Approve Joint Finance/HR packet: move health insurance to Exemplar with 3% decrease, adjust employer contributions, $50 quarterly health incentive, abstain from 2025 merit increase and add floating holiday, and adopt updated salary schedule.
• Approve Executive Director’s report.

911 Communications Commission

The Rock County 911 Communications Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive updates on Information Technology and Law Enforcement Tow Rotation, and discuss 911 Center staffing and an APCO staffing study.

• Approval of July 24, 2024 minutes
• Information Technology Updates
• Law Enforcement Tow Rotation
• 911 Center Staffing/Hiring discussion
• APCO Staffing Study discussion

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will meet to review and potentially approve the 2025 Human Services Department Budget. The board will also review a 2024 budget to actual report and discuss holiday and family needs planning.

• Review and approval of the 2025 Human Services Department Budget
• Approval of contracts
• Review and approval of resolutions
• 2024 Budget to Actual Report
• Update on Holiday and Family Needs Planning

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Highway will discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 recommended budget. The body will also review driveway permits and ATV route applications.

• Review of 2025 Recommended Budget
• Access Control Driveway Permit for CTH Y
• ATV Route Application(s)
• September 2024 Payments review
• Work Zone Awareness and staffing updates

Ad Hoc Broadband Committee

The Rock County Ad Hoc Broadband Committee will review and discuss endorsement requests for the Federal BEAD program. Items include a review of the WI Public Service Commission Broadband Office BEAD application process and two executive sessions to consider endorsements for Brightspeed Communications and Bertram Communications. The committee may take action on these endorsements after legal counsel consultation.

• Review of WI Public Service Commission Broadband Office Federal BEAD application process – ISP endorsement requests
• Executive session: Brightspeed Communications BEAD application endorsement
• Executive session: Bertram Communications BEAD application endorsement

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education and Veterans Committee will consider the 2025 recommended budget and may take action on it. It will receive an update from the Veterans Service Office and discuss the committee’s role in education. The meeting will also include updates from the Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee.

• Review and possible action on 2025 recommended budget
• Veterans Service Office update
• Discussion of education role of committee
• Updates from the Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 recommended budget. Other agenda items include a program audit update for Child Support Services and a contract for a siren replacement.

• Review, discussion, and possible action on 2025 Recommended Budget
• Approval to contract for Emergency Management Siren #37 replacement
• Child Support Services update on program audit and end of FFY performance

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will meet to review airport operations and financial transfers. The board is considering the assignment and assumption of a lease between American Builders & Contractors Supply, Inc. and Meisner Aircraft, Inc.

• Lease assignment between American Builders & Contractors Supply, Inc. and Meisner Aircraft, Inc.
• Approval of transfers
• Review of September payments

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee is meeting to discuss changes to administrative policies regarding vacation, licenses, and compensatory time. The committee will also consider a workers compensation agreement renewal and set bargaining parameters for 2025 collective bargaining agreements.

• Employee Compensatory Time policy change
• Amending Rock County Board of Supervisors’ Rules of Procedure
• Appointment to the Land Information Council
• Workers Compensation Claim Services Agreement renewal with Wisconsin Municipal Mutual Insurance Company (WMMIC)
• Policy changes for Vacation, Licenses, and Voluntary Committee Participation/Public Service Leave

Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance

The Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance will discuss health plan sustainability and review various insurance models. The committee is evaluating different plan designs and comparing data from other counties.

• Review of health plan sustainability using comparable county data and benchmarking
• Discussion of POS vs HMO models
• Discussion of 2 tier vs 4 tier models
• Review of Single Provider vs Dual Choice options
• Evaluation of High Deductible with Health Savings Account (HSA), Employee Trust Funds (ETF), and Self Funded options

Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven

The Ad Hoc Committee on the Future of Rock Haven will meet to discuss a report from the Health Dimensions Group. The report covers operational, financial, and staffing analysis for Rock Haven.

• Discussion of Rock Haven Operational, Financial, and Staffing Analysis Report by Health Dimensions Group

Traffic Safety Commission

The Rock County Traffic Safety Commission will meet to approve the second-quarter meeting minutes and review fatal crash data. The meeting will be held at the Sheriff's Office in Janesville.

• Approval of 2nd Quarter TSC Minutes
• Review of Fatal Crash Analysis
• Comparison of Fatal Crashes to 2023
• Public Input Session
• Hybrid Meeting at Rock County Sheriff's Office

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will discuss updates on the law‑enforcement jail renovation schedule and the nursing program renovation. It will review Change Order #4 for the nursing renovation and consider contracts for snow removal and painting the new Medical Examiners building. The committee will also consider increasing the contingency fund for the nursing renovation and receive updates on a health‑care center development and a community solar project.

• Update on Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project Schedule
• Review of Change Order #4 for Nursing Program Renovation Project
• Approval to Contract for Snow Removal
• Approval to Contract for Painting New Medical Examiners Building
• Approval to Increase Contingency for the Nursing Program – Building Renovation

Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP

The Rock County Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP meeting will review and possibly act on membership and recruitment for 2025. It will also receive a staff report on the Children Come First Conference. Standard agenda items include approval of minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Review, discussion and possible action on membership and recruitment for 2025
• Staff report on the Children Come First Conference
• Approval of CST minutes from July 16, 2024
• Citizen participation, communications and announcements
• Set next meeting date and time

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will discuss the 2025 recommended budget and review multiple subdivision proposals. The committee will also consider supporting a commuter rail study and authorizing membership to a climate coalition.

• Review and possible action on 8 subdivision proposals (LD 2024 050-064)
• Review, discussion, and possible action on 2025 Recommended Budget
• Seeking state support for commuter and passenger rail study
• Authorizing membership to Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
• Introduction to the Comprehensive Plan Update

Veterans Service Commission

The Rock County Veterans Service Commission will hold a meeting on October 10, 2024, to approve previous meeting minutes and review bills paid. The session will also include citizen participation and the setting of the next meeting date.

• Approval of Minutes
• Review Bills Paid
• Set Next Meeting Date
• Citizen Participation
• Items for Future Agendas

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the 2025 Administrator's Recommended Budget for departments reporting to the committee. The body will also consider a resolution to amend the 2024 Human Services Department Budget to accept Adult Protective Services ARPA funds.

• Review of 2025 Administrator's Recommended Budget for Finance Committee departments
• Resolution to amend 2024 Human Services Department Budget for Adult Protective Services ARPA funds
• Review of September payments over $10,000
• Approval of per meeting allowances

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board will adopt a consent agenda that includes appointments, employee recognitions, and the award of a contract for Birth to Three Services. It will also amend the 2024 Human Services Department budget to accept Adult Protective Services ARPA funds and consider new business items such as climate coalition membership, a rail study request, and an employee compensatory time policy change. A public hearing and various reports will be part of the meeting agenda.

• Award contract for Birth to Three Services
• Amend 2024 Human Services Department Budget to accept Adult Protective Services ARPA funds
• Authorize membership to Wisconsin Local Government Climate Coalition
• Seek state support for a commuter and/or passenger rail study in Rock County
• Employee compensatory time policy change

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review the 2025 recommended budget for the Division of Extension and the 2025 Facilities Management Fairgrounds budget request. Members will also consider alcohol permits and a rental fee waiver for the Badgerland Girl Scouts.

• Review of 2025 Recommended Budget for Division of Extension
• Review of 2025 Facilities Management Fairgrounds Budget Request
• Approval of Alcohol Permits
• Rental Fee Waiver Request for Badgerland Girl Scouts
• Approval of September Fairgrounds contracts

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will consider routine agenda items, approve the September 11, 2024 minutes, and review payments and budget transfers. The committee will discuss and potentially adopt the recommended 2025 budget for the Rock Haven program. Public comments are accepted through October 8, 2024.

• Approve agenda and September 11, 2024 minutes
• Review of payments and budget transfers
• Resolutions and committee actions
• Information items including Resident Council minutes and language accessibility
• Review of 2025 recommended budget for Rock Haven

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider and vote on the 2025‑2027 Aging Plan. It will also review and discuss the 2025 Recommended Human Services Department Budget and amend the 2024 budget to accept Adult Protective Services ARPA funds. Additional items include contract approvals and recognitions of community members.

• Approval of the 2025‑2027 Aging Plan
• Review and discussion of the 2025 Recommended Human Services Department Budget
• Amending the 2024 Human Services Department Budget to accept Adult Protective Services ARPA funds
• Awarding contract for Birth to Three Services
• Approval of contracts (2024‑10‑09 Contract Summary HS Board)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will discuss and potentially take action on the recommended budget for 2025. The committee will also receive an update on allocating ARPA funds for victims of the February 2024 tornadoes in Edgerton.

• Review and possible action on 2025 Recommended Budget
• Update on ARPA funds allocation for February 2024 tornado victims in Edgerton
• Approval of transfers and review of payments

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will consider several items, including recognitions for Mary Donahue and Kelly Jester, a policy change on employee compensatory time, and appointments to the Housing Authority and Land Information Council. The committee will also review the 2025 recommended budget for the County Board, County Administrator, Corporation Counsel, and Human Resources. Additional agenda items cover routine approvals such as minutes, transfers, and payments.

• Recognition of Mary Donahue
• Recognition of Kelly Jester
• Employee compensatory time – policy change
• Appointment to the Housing Authority
• Review of 2025 recommended budget

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will receive reports from AmTrak, WisDOT, and the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad. The body will also consider a closed session to discuss legal strategy concerning the City of Baraboo.

• AmTrak presentation by Arun Rao
• WisDOT update on bridges in Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo
• Wisconsin & Southern Railroad report on operations and maintenance
• Trail Committee status update on Dane County track removal project
• Possible action on litigation strategy regarding the City of Baraboo

Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance

The Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance will discuss the definition and target measures of sustainability for the health plan. It will review various plan options, including network types, design features, and funding arrangements. The meeting will also address any follow‑up comments from prior presentations and set topics for future meetings.

• Define sustainability and set target measures for the health plan
• Examine network options: POS, HMO, single provider vs. dual choice, ETF/State Plan
• Review plan design elements: deductibles, co‑pays, coinsurance, HSA, tier structures
• Consider alternate funding arrangements such as self‑funded and captives

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from the September 4 meeting. It will provide an update on planning efforts that include AI and the consolidated plan. The board will discuss research on a rent‑abatement policy. Public comments must be submitted by noon the day before the meeting.

• Adopt Agenda
• Approval of Minutes from September 4, 2024
• Update Regarding Planning Efforts – AI and Consolidated Plan
• Discussion Regarding Rent Abatement Policy Research
• Suggestions for Future Meeting Topics

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will discuss financial matters including a review of recent payments and any transfer of funds exceeding $5,000. Staff will present the Public Health Department Director's Report, a Wisconsin Costing & Capacity Assessment Report, and a quarterly budget update. The board will also consider the recommended budget for 2025.

• Review of Payments
• Transfer of Funds over $5,000
• Public Health Department Director's Report
• Wisconsin Costing & Capacity Assessment Report
• Review and Consideration of 2025 Recommended Budget

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will discuss and potentially act on the 2025 County Administrator Recommended Budget. The meeting also includes approvals for wildlife damage programs and specific land conservation cost-share agreements.

• 2025 Wildlife Damage Abatement and Claims Program Budget approval
• 2024 Crop Price and 90% Harvest Date approval
• LWRM Contract LR-E.24 Arndt Angus, LLC for Critical Area Stabilization
• 2025 Clean Sweep Grant Agreement with DATCP
• Erosion Control and Storm Water Management Ordinance policy on permit duration and construction phasing

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 recommended budget for Facilities Management. The body will also review change orders for the Jail Renovation Project and the Rock Haven nurse call system.

• Approval of Facilities Management 2025 Recommended Budget
• Law Enforcement Services/ Jail Renovation Project change orders and schedule update
• Approval to contract for flooring replacement
• Review of Change Order # 3 for Rock Haven Nurse call System
• Update on Health Care Center potential development

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will meet to discuss a presentation regarding Dawn Harvest Solar. The committee will also review a to-do list of goals and objectives.

• Dawn Harvest Solar presentation by Jacquelyn Bruegging of Invenergy
• Review of Goals & Objectives to-do list

Land Information Council

The Land Information Council will consider approving the Rock County Land Information Plan for 2025-2027. The body will also receive updates on state grants, GIS projects, and legislative matters.

• Approval of Rock County Land Information Plan 2025-2027
• Updates on Wisconsin Land Information Program grants for 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025
• Updates on Parcel Fabric Implementation and 2024 Imagery Acquisition
• Discussion on Judicial Privacy and WLIP Funding legislative updates
• Discussion on the repeal of Personal Property Tax

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will adopt the agenda, approve minutes, handle nominations and employee recognitions, and hold a public hearing. New business includes a roll call on supplementary appropriations and budget changes, a roll call on contracts, and a review of the recommended 2025 budget with the County Administrator.

• Adoption of agenda (Consent Agenda)
• Approval of minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Public hearing
• Supplementary appropriations and budget changes – roll call
• Review of 2025 recommended budget with County Administrator

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Coordinating Committee will discuss Department of Transportation grant opportunities, including items labeled 5310, 85.21, and Other. The committee will consider the Mobility Management Position at Rock County. A public hearing will be held for the Rock County 85.21 grant. The meeting also includes old business on the Spring Summit of Transportation Providers and routine reports.

• DOT Grants – item 5310
• DOT Grants – item 85.21
• DOT Grants – Other
• Mobility Management Position at Rock County
• Public Hearing for Rock County 85.21 Grant

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will approve the agenda, minutes, and a Courthouse Facilities transfer request over $10,000. It will review resolutions to purchase a NetApp/Air Gap solution, Site B networking equipment, and to extend the auditing services contract with Baker Tilly, LLP for fiscal years 2024 and 2025. The committee will also consider authorizations to purchase physical ISE and WLC servers and a Nessus vulnerability manager. Public comments are accepted before noon on the meeting day.

• Approval of Courthouse Facilities Transfer Request over $10,000.00
• Resolution to Purchase NetApp/Air Gap Solution
• Resolution to Purchase Site B Networking Equipment
• Extending the Auditing Services Contract with Baker Tilly, LLP for FY 2024 and 2025
• Authorization to Purchase Physical ISE and WLC Servers

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review the 2025 recommended budget with the County Administrator. The meeting includes decisions on supplementary appropriations, budget changes, and various service contracts.

• Review of 2025 Recommended Budget
• Contracts for Human Trafficking Prevention Services
• Auditing Services Contract extension with Baker Tilly, LLP for FY 2024 and 2025
• Jurisdictional Transfer Agreement for County Trunk Highway G and Afton Road, City of Janesville
• Phase II - East Hangar Development and Upgraded Lighting Project

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board meeting will consider and vote on several items, including approval of a contract summary and the awarding of contracts for human trafficking prevention services. The board will also recognize the September Human Services IMPACT Award recipient, Ms. Luster, and receive updates on Derrick's House. Public comment will be offered, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2024.

• Approval of Contracts – 2024-09-25 Contract Summary HS Board
• Awarding Contracts for Human Trafficking Prevention Services
• Human Services IMPACT Award Recipient – September – Ms. Luster
• Public Comment period for citizen input
• Report and update on Derrick's House

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee will consider a resolution to authorize a jurisdictional transfer agreement for County Trunk Highway G and Afton Road in the City of Janesville. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda, minutes from August 27, 2024, a staffing update, and a review of August 2024 payments. The committee will set dates for upcoming Parks and Highway meetings in October and discuss dates for November and December.

• Resolution to authorize jurisdictional transfer of County Trunk Highway G and Afton Road (City of Janesville)
• Staffing update for the Highway division
• Review of August 2024 payments
• Approval of agenda and minutes dated August 27, 2024
• Scheduling of future Parks and Highway committee meetings

Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development

The Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development will meet to review and potentially take action on a framework for an engagement plan. This plan involves a coalition of stakeholders regarding passenger rail development in Rock County.

• Developing Framework for Engagement Plan with Coalition of Stakeholders

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will consider a resolution regarding jail staffing levels. The body will also discuss the allocation of ARPA funds for victims of the February 2024 tornados following a meeting with Edgerton Outreach.

• Resolution on minimum staffing levels for the Rock County Jail
• Discussion on ARPA funds for February 2024 tornado victims
• Approval of transfers and review of payments

Ad Hoc Broadband Committee

The committee will discuss the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, including map development and funding commitments. Members will also receive updates on wireless and fiber projects from Bug Tussel, Alliant Energy, and Nokomis Networking.

• Presentation by Mark Leonard on BEAD Broadband Serviceable Level (BSL) Map Development
• Discussion of BEAD Enforceable Commitment Funding (ECF) and eligible locations
• Bug Tussel Wireless Project update
• Fond Du Lac Bonding and ARPA financial update
• Alliant Energy Fiber update

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will hold its regular meeting on September 23, 2024. The agenda includes routine items such as approving the agenda, minutes, and transfers, as well as appointing members to the Local Emergency Planning Commission, Transportation Coordinating Committee, and ADRC Advisory Committee. The committee will also discuss the Community Agency Initiatives section of the 2025 budget. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Approve agenda, minutes (September 9, 2024) and transfers
• Appointments to the Local Emergency Planning Commission
• Appointments to the Transportation Coordinating Committee
• Appointments to the ADRC Advisory Committee
• Discussion of the Community Agency Initiatives section of the 2025 budget

Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance

The Rock County Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance will meet on September 20, 2024. The committee will review a presentation on health insurance trends and plan design by Justin Rixie of M3. Members may ask questions and provide comments. The meeting will also set the date for the next session.

• Presentation on health insurance trends by M3, Justin Rixie
• Review of September 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discussion of health plan design continuum
• Comments and questions from committee members
• Set next meeting date and time

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet to discuss and potentially take action on its mission, vision, and bylaws. The body will also review updates regarding the Rock County Drug Court and a TAD grant application.

• Possible action on CJCC Mission, Vision, and Bylaws
• Report on Rock County Drug Court
• Support for TAD Grant Application
• Updates from EBDM Pretrial and Risk Assessment, Behavioral Health Information Sharing, and Risk Reduction Interventions workgroups
• Updates from CJCC Domestic Violence and Equity workgroups

ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee

The ADRC Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes. Members will receive staff updates, statistics, and program happenings. The committee will discuss old business items such as board membership, the Senior Farmers' Market voucher update, and the Aging Plan, followed by new business on suggested contributions, a meal cost tool, and dining sites. Reports from Aramark, Nutrition and Health Associates, dining center visits, and home‑delivered meal ride‑alongs will also be presented.

• Approve agenda
• Approve July 17, 2024 ADRC Nutrition Advisory Committee minutes
• Board membership discussion (old business)
• Senior Farmers' Market voucher update (old business)
• New business: suggested contributions, meal cost tool, dining sites

ADRC Advisory Committee

The Rock County ADRC Advisory Committee will meet to approve minutes, discuss the 2025-2027 Aging Plan, and review the 2025 Proposed Budget. The group will also receive updates on health promotion, marketing, and the Senior Fair.

• Approval of July 17, 2024 ADRC Advisory Committee Minutes
• Approval of the 2025-2027 Aging Plan for public hearings
• Review of the 2025 Proposed Budget
• Updates on Health Promotion Programs
• Senior Fair Update

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee will consider a Draft 3 Report to the Rock County Board proposing the creation of a youth governance program. Members will also review resource documents intended as appendices to the recommendations report and discuss any additional items to be included. The meeting includes a period for live public comment. A future meeting date will be set after the County Board acts on the recommendations.

• Review and discuss Draft 3 Report to Rock County Board on establishing a Youth in Governance Program
• Review resource documents to be attached as appendices to the recommendations report
• Discuss additional items for inclusion in the Recommendations Report to the Rock County Board
• Public comment period for citizens
• Determine possible next meeting date pending County Board action

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Rock County Local Emergency Planning Committee will discuss a public notice for the 2024 EPCRA Planning Grant and review membership applications and nominations. The committee will hear a presentation from the County HazMat Team and consider an offsite facility plan for approval. Subcommittees will review the 2024‑2025 bylaws. The meeting will conclude with scheduling the next session.

• 2024 EPCRA Planning Grant LEPC public notice
• LEPC membership application review and nominations
• County HazMat Team presentation
• Offsite Facility Plan review and approval
• 2024‑2025 bylaws review

Education & Veterans Committee

The Rock County Education and Veterans Committee meeting on September 17, 2024 will consider routine agenda items, including approval of prior meeting minutes, transfers, August payments, and resolutions, as well as updates from the Veterans Service Office and discussion of the committee’s education role. Public comments may be submitted by noon on the meeting day via email. The meeting will be held via Zoom with instructions for participation and accommodations.

• Approval of June 4, 2024 minutes
• Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes
• Approval of June 18, 2024 minutes
• Approval of Transfers
• Review of August payments

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will consider several approvals, including a transfer request for courthouse facilities exceeding $10,000. It will review August 2024 payments and discuss updates on the law enforcement jail renovation and nursing program renovation. The body will vote on engineering approval for the medical examiners space, contracts for Public Works HVAC and Diversion Building flooring abatement, and a ground tower lease amendment. Additional items include an update on the former Job Center building sale and a quarterly budget review.

• Courthouse Facilities Transfer Request Over $10,000.00
• Approval to Contract for Public Works HVAC
• Approval to Contract for Diversion Building flooring Abatement
• Approval of Engineering for Medical Examiners Space
• Review of Change Order # 3 for Nursing Program Renovation

The General Services Committee approved $87,700 for engineering of a Medical Examiner garage, with an additional $10,000 for redesign to place the cooler/freezer in the diversion building basement. They also approved several contracts, including HVAC for Public Works and flooring abatement for the Diversion building. A ground tower lease amendment from American Tower was rejected unanimously. The jail renovation is ongoing with inspections scheduled, and the nursing program renovation is delayed until next year.

• Approved $87,700 engineering for Medical Examiner garage (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 additional for redesign of Medical Examiner space (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Public Works HVAC (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Diversion building flooring abatement (unanimous)
• Denied ground tower lease amendment from American Tower (unanimous no vote)
• Approved courthouse facilities transfer request over $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved change order #3 for nursing program renovation (unanimous)
• Approved September 3, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will meet to discuss airport updates and review August 2024 payments. The board is scheduled to consider resolutions regarding the Phase II East Hangar Development and Upgraded Lighting Project.

• Phase II - East Hangar Development and Upgraded Lighting Project
• Review of August 2024 Committee Review Report for payments

The Airport Board approved moving forward with Phase II of the East Hangar Development and an upgraded lighting project, using a sponsor-only memo to expedite design, funded primarily by BIL money and reimbursable. The board also noted that two maintenance workers have left, and a new on-call policy is being suggested for approval by the Committee and County Board. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Phase II East Hangar Development and Upgraded Lighting Project (motion carried)
• Adopted agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting (motion carried)

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will consider possible actions on three land‑development (CSM) requests: LD 2024 044 in Newark Township (Gaffney), LD 2024 045 in Johnstown Township (Johnson), and LD 2024 046 in Turtle Township (Dorr). The committee will also receive a recap of the internship and externship program, review bills paid in August 2024, and hear introductions and updates from the director, including a new planner and the Open Data Hub and Land Records app. Public comments are accepted until noon on September 11, 2024.

• Review possible action on LD 2024 044 (Newark Township – Gaffney, 1‑lot CSM)
• Review possible action on LD 2024 045 (Johnstown Township – Johnson, 1‑lot CSM)
• Review possible action on LD 2024 046 (Turtle Township – Dorr, 1‑lot CSM)
• Recap of Internship and Externship Program
• Review of Bills Paid August 2024

The Rock County Planning & Development Committee approved three minor land divisions (LD 2024 044, 045, and 046) in Newark, Johnstown, and Turtle townships, each with conditions including floodplain, hydric soils, zoning verification, and easement requirements. The committee also heard a recap of the internship and externship program, reviewed August 2024 bills, and received updates on the Open Data Hub and new planner. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved LD 2024 044 (Newark Township) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2024 045 (Johnstown Township) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved LD 2024 046 (Turtle Township) with conditions (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 8 meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will review and approve routine financial items such as transfers, payments over $10,000, and the August payment report. It will also consider amending the 2024 Human Services Department budget to accept a Substance Abuse Block Grant supplemental fund. The committee will discuss a contract for a VMWare/Hyperflex upgrade consultation and the award of contracts for human trafficking prevention services. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Approval of transfers
• Review of payments over $10,000 (August)
• Amending the 2024 Human Services Department budget to accept Substance Abuse Block Grant supplemental funds
• Authorization to purchase VMWare/Hyperflex Upgrade Consultation Contract
• Awarding contracts for Human Trafficking Prevention Services

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider adopting amendments to Chapter 6 of the Rock County Public Health Ordinance. The meeting includes awarding contracts for human trafficking prevention services and reviewing the FY 2023 audit. Members will also discuss supplementary appropriations and budget changes.

• Awarding contracts for Human Trafficking Prevention Services
• Amending Chapter 6 of the Rock County Public Health Ordinance (Second Reading & Adoption)
• Review of FY 2023 Audit by Baker Tilly US, LLP
• Acceptance of Wisconsin DNR Rock County 2024-2025 Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Grant S-6042
• Amending 2024 Human Services Department Budget for Substance Abuse Block Grant Supplemental Funds

The Rock County Board of Supervisors met on September 12, 2024, and adopted an amendment to Chapter 6 of the Rock County Public Health Ordinance (Ordinance No. 2) by acclamation. The board also approved the consent agenda, including several resolutions, and postponed approval of the previous meeting's minutes until September 26, 2024. Two resolutions recognizing employees were adopted, and a contract for human trafficking prevention services was removed from the agenda.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2 amending Chapter 6 of the Rock County Public Health Ordinance (acclamation)
• Approved consent agenda items, including resolutions R-2024-478, R-2024-479, R-2024-480, R-2024-481, R-2024-482 (acclamation)
• Postponed approval of minutes to September 26, 2024 (acclamation, with three no voice votes noted)
• Adopted Resolution R-2024-482 recognizing Deb Nelson for Service to Rock County (acclamation)
• Adopted Resolution R-2024-484 recognizing Lois Cook for Service to Rock Haven (acclamation)
• Appointed Supervisor Ron Woodman to the Marsh Country Health Alliance and Mississippi Valley Health Services Commission

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will review agenda items, approve minutes, and examine payments. It will consider budget transfers and adopt two resolutions: recognizing Lois Cook for service to Rock Haven and removing Joanne Foss from the Patient Trust and Petty Cash accounts. The committee will receive staff reports on finance, maintenance, and administration, and discuss information items such as Resident Council minutes and the Rock Haven Improvement Committee. Public comments are accepted through September 10, 2024.

• Budget Transfers
• Resolution recognizing Lois Cook for service to Rock Haven
• Resolution removing Joanne Foss from Patient Trust and Petty Cash Account
• Review of payments to staffing agencies
• Resident Council minutes and agenda

The Health Services Committee approved two resolutions: one recognizing Lois Cook for her service to Rock Haven, and another removing Joanne Foss from the Patient Trust and Petty Cash accounts. Both passed unanimously (3-0). The committee also discussed involving a County Board supervisor in the Rock Haven Improvement Committee and requested future reports on nurse call light wait times.

• Approved resolution recognizing Lois Cook for service to Rock Haven (3-0)
• Approved resolution removing Joanne Foss from Patient Trust and Petty Cash accounts (3-0)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes of August 14, 2024

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider and approve its agenda, minutes, and contracts. It will review August 2024 department bills and approve resolutions, including awarding contracts for human trafficking prevention services. The Director will report on a stable housing partnership initiative and a call for resolutions for mental health funding. Public comment will be accepted during the meeting.

• Approval of contracts (unspecified amounts)
• Review of August 2024 Human Services Department bills
• Awarding Contracts For Human Trafficking Prevention Services
• Director's report on Stable Housing Partnership Initiative
• WCA call for resolutions for mental health funding

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review payments and reports for the Division of Extension. Members will also evaluate August payments and contracts for the fairgrounds, as well as a lease amendment request from American Tower.

• Approval of August Fairgrounds contracts
• Review of American Tower Ground Lease Amendment Request
• Review of August Fairgrounds payments
• Review of Year to Date Rental Contracts for fairgrounds
• Program report from Health & Well-Being Educator Sara Ennocenti

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Parks will meet to review and potentially take action on an issue paper regarding rent for the Gibbs Lake House. The meeting also includes a review of the September 2024 Parks Report.

• Discussion and possible action on Gibbs Lake House rent issue paper
• Review of September 2024 Parks Report

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will meet to discuss next steps for allocating ARPA funds to victims of the February 2024 tornadoes. The body will also review payments, transfers, and resolutions of recognition.

• Allocation of ARPA funds for February 2024 tornado victims
• Resolution recognizing Krista L. Trewyn
• Resolution recognizing Deb Nelson for service to Rock County
• Approval of transfers and review of payments

The committee discussed next steps for allocating ARPA funds to tornado victims, clarifying that trees are not eligible expenses. Supervisors Knudson and Schwarz were appointed as liaisons to review applications with Edgerton Outreach. Two recognition resolutions were adopted, and the August minutes were approved.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved August 6, 2024 minutes
• Adopted resolution recognizing Krista L. Trewyn
• Adopted resolution recognizing Deb Nelson for service to Rock County
• Discussed ARPA tornado relief fund; trees deemed ineligible
• Appointed Supervisors Knudson and Schwarz as liaisons for tornado relief applications

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will review and approve several resolutions recognizing community members, update the county salary grid, consider appointments to the Mississippi Valley Health Services Commission and the Marsh Country Health Alliance, and discuss administrative policy and procedure changes. The meeting also includes routine items such as approving the agenda, minutes, transfers, and August payments.

• Approval of August 5, 2024 Board minutes
• Review and approval of August payments and fund transfers
• Resolutions recognizing Krista L. Trewyn, Troy DeVault, Deb Nelson, and Lois Cook
• Appointment to the Mississippi Valley Health Services Commission
• Updating the county salary grid

The Rock County Board Staff Committee approved changes to the Administrator Policy and Procedure Manual and updates to the salary grid, both as proposed. The committee also approved several resolutions recognizing individuals for their service and made appointments to two health-related commissions. All decisions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved Administrator Policy and Procedure Manual changes
• Approved updates to the salary grid
• Approved resolution recognizing Krista L. Trewyn
• Approved resolution recognizing Troy DeVault
• Approved resolution recognizing Deb Nelson for service to Rock County
• Approved resolution recognizing Lois Cook for service to Rock Haven
• Approved Supervisor Woodman as appointment to Mississippi Valley Health Services Commission
• Approved Supervisor Woodman as appointment to Marsh Country Health Alliance

Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance

The Rock County Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance will meet to review current insurance costs, personnel budget impacts, and surrounding county requirements. The committee will also review employee survey results on preferred plan models.

• Review of current health insurance premium costs and personnel budget relationship
• Discussion of annual increase expectations and definition of 'sustainability'
• Review of employee summer survey on preferred plan models
• Presentation from County Administrator and Human Resource Director

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will meet to discuss an agreement with partners WSOR and WisDOT regarding Commission-owned property and professional services. The meeting includes a potential closed session to discuss bargaining agreements and competitive services.

• Agreement with WSOR and WisDOT regarding Commission owned property and professional services
• WisDOT update on bridges in Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo
• Trail Committee status update on track removal project in Dane County
• Review of 07/31/2024 Year to Date Financial Statements

Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission (PRTC)

The Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission will review reports from WSOR, WisDOT, and the Tri‑County Trail Commission. Commissioners will discuss the administrator’s lease of a tax parcel and a permit extension for Frontier Communications. The meeting includes a Treasurer’s Report proposing new bank‑account administrators and authorizing participation in the State of Wisconsin Local Government Investment Pool.

• WSOR Operations Report (Ken Lucht)
• WisDOT Report (Ben Mohlke)
• Tri‑County Trail Commission Report (Max Blackbourn)
• Permit extension for Frontier Communications (City of Mineral Point, 9/1/24–12/31/25)
• Treasurer’s Report: designate SWWI Regional Planning Commission admins for bank account and approve LGIP investment resolution

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will hold a hybrid meeting on September 4, 2024, to approve minutes from August 7, 2024, and review draft documents regarding fair housing choice and the 2025-2029 HOME Consolidated Plan.

• Approval of August 7, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of Draft Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing Choice
• Review of Draft 2025-2029 HOME Consolidated Plan
• Follow up from Legal Action Regarding Funding Sources
• Update Regarding Planning Efforts

The Housing Authority of Rock County met on September 4, 2024, and adopted the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. Members discussed the draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice and the draft 2025-2029 HOME Consolidated Plan, requesting additional data and comparisons. No formal decisions were made on these drafts; they will be revisited at the next meeting on October 2, 2024.

• Adopted agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 7, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 10:05 AM (unanimous)

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee will discuss and potentially act on a draft recommendations report and resource documents for the Rock County Board. The committee will also discuss the schedule for completing these recommendations and any additional resources needed.

• Review and possible action on DRAFT Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee Recommendations Report
• Review and possible action on DRAFT Resource Documents for the Rock County Board
• Discussion on the schedule for completing committee recommendations
• Discussion on requests for additional resources and next steps

The committee reviewed the draft Youth in Governance recommendations report, discussing program details and deciding to table specific lines (24-30) until the next meeting. They also set a deadline for appendix suggestions and scheduled the next meeting for September 18. No final decisions were made on the report's content.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved August 7, 2024 meeting minutes
• Tabled discussion on lines 24-30 of draft report until next meeting
• Set deadline for appendix suggestions by September 9
• Scheduled next meeting for September 18, 2024 at 4:30 pm

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review administrative items, including payments and fund transfers exceeding $5,000. The board will also receive a Public Health Department report regarding director updates and policy engagement.

• Review of payments
• Transfer of funds over $5,000
• Public Health Department Director's Report
• Discussion on policy engagement regarding public health impacts

Land Conservation Committee

The Rock County Land Conservation Committee will consider several reports and discuss the relocation of its department. It will review drainage concerns in the Emerald Grove area. The committee will vote on cost‑share agreements for the Land and Water Resource Management Program, including Contract LR‑D.24 for a well abandonment. Additional items include a director’s report, review of August 2024 bills, and routine agenda approvals.

• Report regarding Emerald Grove area drainage concerns
• Discussion of relocating the Land Conservation Department to the Courthouse
• Approval of cost‑share agreements for the Land and Water Resource Management Program
• Contract LR‑D.24 – Johnson – well abandonment
• Review of August 2024 bills

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will discuss a schedule update for the county’s jail renovation. They will consider accepting a furniture donation and review change orders for the nursing program renovation. The committee will also conduct a quarterly budget review and examine an appraisal with next steps.

• Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation – schedule update
• Approval to accept furniture donation
• Nursing Program Renovation Project – review of change order #1 and #2
• Quarterly Budget Review
• Review of appraisal and set next steps

The General Services Committee approved a furniture donation for the District Attorney's office and discussed the future of the Health Care Center building, including a motion to consult developers and budget for its maintenance in 2025. The committee also reviewed jail renovation progress and nursing program change orders, but took no action on those items.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved August 20, 2024 minutes
• Approved furniture donation for District Attorney's office
• Adopted motion to proceed with talking to property developers and budgeting to maintain Health Care Center in 2025

Environmental Management System Committee

The Rock County Environmental Management System Committee will discuss its goals and objectives and consider possible actions. Staff will report on the GTLC quarterly meeting held on July 30, 2024, and schedule a Dawn Harvest Solar presentation. Residents may submit public comments by noon on September 2, 2024.

• Review, Discussion and Possible Action – Goals & Objectives
• Director/Staff Report – GTLC 7-30-2024 Quarterly Meeting Highlights
• Director/Staff Report – Scheduling Dawn Harvest Solar Presentation

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and a resolution to amend the 2024 department budget. The board will also receive a second quarter report on the 2024 ARPA Homelessness Prevention Matching Grant.

• Resolution to amend 2024 Human Services Department Budget to accept Substance Abuse Block Grant Supplemental Funds
• Approval of 2024-8-28 Contract Summary
• 2024 ARPA Homelessness Prevention Matching Grant Second Quarter Report

General

The Rock County Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development will review a possible recommendation to authorize continued passenger rail planning. The meeting will also approve the agenda, approve minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting, and hear public comments. Director and staff reports will be presented before setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion and possible recommendation to authorize continuation of passenger rail planning efforts
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from the July 23, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period for citizen participation
• Director and staff reports

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Highway will review a budget presentation summary and quarterly equipment purchases. The body will also discuss project updates, staffing, and town winter rates.

• Resolution recognizing Troy DeVault
• Budget Presentation Summary discussion
• Quarterly Equipment Purchases Review
• Town Winter Rates discussion
• Review of July 2024 payments

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will review several specific items, including a change order for the Orfordville public works salt shed, a proposal to relocate the Land Conservation Office, certification of the Facilities Superintendent, and an update on the former Job Center sale. The committee will also review payments and approve resolutions before adjourning.

• Review of Public Works Orfordville Salt Shed Change Order #2
• Approval to Relocate Land Conservation Office
• Facilities Superintendent Certification
• Update on Former Job Center Sale
• Review of Payments

Education & Veterans Committee

The Rock County Education & Veterans Committee will consider several routine items, including approving the agenda, minutes, transfers, and July payments. It will also discuss a possible reclassification of the Veterans Benefits Specialist position to Assistant Veterans Service Officer, the committee's education role, and updates from the Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee.

• Approve agenda
• Approve minutes
• Approve transfers
• Review July payments
• Discussion of reclassifying Veterans Benefits Specialist to Assistant Veterans Service Officer

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board meeting on August 19, 2024 will review several reports and consider fee budgets. The board will examine payment reports for June and July 2024 and a semi‑annual conference attendance report. It will discuss and potentially adopt budget items for the 2025 landing fee and fuel flow fee, as well as a memorandum of understanding between REVV Aviation and UW‑Health and a sheriff K9 unit patrol at the airport. Public comments are accepted through August 18, 2024.

• Review of June, July, and budget‑to‑actual payment reports (Consent Calendar)
• Review of Semi‑Annual Conference Attendance Report
• Discussion and action on 2025 landing fee budget
• Discussion and action on 2025 fuel flow fee budget
• Discussion of Memorandum of Understanding between REVV Aviation and UW‑Health

Board of Canvassers

The Rock County Board of Canvassers will meet to verify the results of the August 13, 2024, Partisan Primary. The board will review election materials, vote records, and provisional ballots before signing the Canvassers Statement.

• Verification of August 13, 2024, Partisan Primary results
• Review of Write-In Votes and Provisional Ballots
• Voluntary random audit of election results

Behavioral Health Redesign Steering

The Behavioral Health Redesign Steering Committee is meeting to elect a chair and discuss the future of the committee. The session also includes the approval of minutes from February 22, 2024.

• Election of BHRSC Chair
• Discussion regarding Future of Behavioral Health Redesign Steering Committee
• Approval of February 22, 2024 minutes

Health Services Committee

The Rock County Health Services Committee will consider budget transfer requests, review recent payments, and discuss staffing agency contracts. It will also receive reports from the Resident Council, the Rock Haven Improvement Committee, and an update to the Corner Canteen Store policy. Staff reports on finance, maintenance, and administration will be presented before the meeting adjourns.

• Review of Payments – Committee Review Report
• Budget Transfers
• Review of Staffing Agency Contracts
• Resident Council Minutes and Agenda
• Updating Corner Canteen Store Policy

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts and review July 2024 bills. The board will discuss the 2024 budget to actual report and the 2025 budget request. An update on the Youth Services Center is also scheduled.

• Approval of 2024-8-14 Contract Summary
• Review of July 2024 Human Services Department bills
• Review of 2024 Budget to Actual Report
• Update on Youth Services Center
• Summary of 2025 HSD Budget Request

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The Rock County Agriculture & Extension Education Committee will discuss financial reports, including payments to the Division of Extension and the fairgrounds. It will review July payments, approve July contracts, and examine rental fee structures. The meeting also includes a fairgrounds tour and a report from the Fair Board.

• Division of Extension: Review of Payments
• Division of Extension: Monthly Impact Report
• Fairgrounds: Review of July Payments
• Fairgrounds: Approval of July Contracts
• Fairgrounds: Review of Rental Fees

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee – Parks will vote to accept the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2024‑2025 Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Grant (S‑6042). It will also consider authorizing an application for County Conservation Aids Grant funds with the DNR. A discussion and possible action on an issue paper regarding an Access Control Driveway Permit for County Trunk Highway N will be held. Additional items include Parks Advisory Board communications and the August Parks Report.

• Acceptance of Wisconsin DNR Rock County 2024‑2025 Snowmobile Trail Maintenance Grant (S‑6042)
• Authorizing application with Wisconsin DNR for County Conservation Aids Grant funds
• Discussion and possible action on Issue Paper – Access Control Driveway Permit – CTH N
• Parks Advisory Board communications
• August 2024 Parks Report

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will review financial reports and operational updates from the Wisconsin & Southern Railroad and WisDOT. The body will consider permits for projects in Oregon, WI and Fox Lake, IL, and discuss the creation of a subcommittee for property issues.

• WisDOT update on bridges in Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo
• Temporary Authorization Permit for Payne & Dolan at S Perry St, Village of Oregon
• Temporary use Permit for Builders Paving, LLC at State Park Road, Fox Lake, IL
• Status update on Dane County track removal project and scrap rail reimbursement
• Discussion on creating a subcommittee for encroachments, trespassing, and unpermitted crossings

Planning & Development Committee

The Planning & Development Committee will meet to decide on the approval of projects receiving budgeted American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for affordable housing. The body will also review the Second Quarter Rock Ready Index Report and a Farmland Preservation Plan update.

• Approval of projects for budgeted American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for affordable housing
• Second Quarter Rock Ready Index Report
• Farmland Preservation Plan Update - Certification Ends 2024
• Review of bills paid for July 2024
• Status of Planner Recruitment

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will consider and vote on several resolutions that allocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds to various county programs. Items include funding for the Janesville Boys & Girls Club capital campaign, support for the uninsured, a grant to KANDU Industries, expansion of the YWCA Childcare Center, and public‑health grant projects. The committee will also review transfers, payments over $10,000, and per‑meeting allowances. Public comments are accepted until noon on the day of the meeting.

• Authorizing ARPA funds for Janesville Boys & Girls Club Capital Campaign and amending the 2024 budget
• Funding to support the uninsured (ARPA funds) and amending the 2024 budget
• Allocating ARPA funds for KANDU Industries and amending the 2024 budget
• Reallocating ARPA funds to expand the YWCA Childcare Center
• Accepting Data Grant funds and amending the 2024 Rock County Public Health Department budget

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider several budget amendments to allocate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The meeting includes a public hearing on the Rock County Public Health Ordinance and a discussion on a settlement agreement with The Kroger Co.

• ARPA fund allocations for February 2024 tornado victims, Janesville Boys & Girls Club, KANDU Industries, and YWCA Childcare Center expansion
• Public hearing for amending Chapter 6 of the Rock County Public Health Ordinance
• Approval of projects to receive ARPA funds for affordable housing
• Settlement agreement with The Kroger Co. and related MOU addendum
• Budget amendments for Human Services and Public Health Department grant funds

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority meeting will review a resolution to allocate ARPA funds for affordable housing, as prepared for action by the Planning & Development Committee and the County Board on August 8. The agenda also includes updates on a legal action concerning services in Rock County and a revised schedule for planning efforts. Public comment procedures and routine items such as adopting the agenda and approving minutes will also be addressed.

• Review resolution for ARPA funds for affordable housing (item 6)
• Update from legal action regarding services in Rock County (item 5)
• Update regarding planning efforts and revised schedule (item 7)
• Adopt agenda and approve minutes from July 3, 2024 (items 2‑3)
• Citizen participation, communications and announcements (item 4)

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee is meeting to review and discuss draft program outcomes and descriptions. The body will also discuss program roles, responsibilities, and the schedule for submitting recommendations to the County Board.

• Report from Supervisor Wilson on Standing Committee Chairs' interest in the program
• Review and possible action on draft Youth in Governance Program Outcomes
• Review and possible action on draft Youth in Governance Program Description
• Discussion on Youth in Governance Program Roles & Responsibilities
• Discussion on the schedule for completing recommendations to the County Board

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review the 2024 Community Health Assessment and the Public Health Department report. The board is considering budget amendments related to grant funds and a change to the Public Health Ordinance.

• Amending Chapter 6 of the Rock County Public Health Ordinance
• Accepting Taking Action with Data Grant Funds and amending the 2024 budget
• Accepting Public Health Vending Machine Program Grant Funds and amending the 2024 budget
• Review of fund transfers over $5,000
• Review of the 2024 Community Health Assessment

Land Conservation Committee

The Rock County Land Conservation Committee will meet to approve cost-share agreements for land and water resource management and review bills paid for May through July 2024. The meeting will also include a semi-annual report and an update on the Farmland Preservation Plan.

• Approval of Cost Share Agreements
• Review of bills paid (May, June, July 2024)
• Mid-Year Budget to Actual Report
• Farmland Preservation Plan Update
• Semi-Annual Report for Conferences

General Services Committee

The Rock County General Services Committee will review routine agenda items such as approvals of the agenda, minutes, transfers, and June and July payments. It will then consider a contract for Rock Haven seal‑coating. The committee will receive an update on architect errors and omissions and discuss the schedule for the law‑enforcement services/jail renovation project. Public comments are accepted through August 5, 2024.

• Committee approval to contract for Rock Haven seal‑coating
• Update on architect errors and omissions
• Discussion of schedule for law‑enforcement services/jail renovation project
• Approval of June and July 2024 payment reviews
• Approval of agenda, minutes, and transfers

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will discuss and potentially act on a resolution regarding membership in the WI Local Government Climate Coalition. The body will also review goals, objectives, and a presentation on carbon emissions tracking software.

• Resolution Authorizing Membership to WI Local Government Climate Coalition
• Constellation Energy presentation on software tracking for carbon emissions
• Review of Goals & Objectives
• GTLC 7-30-2024 Quarterly Meeting highlights

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Rock County Public Safety & Justice Committee will discuss a request to purchase the APCO PST Fast Track Enrollment. The meeting will also approve the July 23, 2024 minutes, a consent calendar of transfers and payments, and recognize three individuals for service to the county. Public comments are accepted until noon on the meeting day.

• Request to purchase APCO PST Fast Track Enrollment
• Approval of transfers (Consent Calendar)
• Review of payments (Consent Calendar)
• Recognition of Kathy Churchill for service to Rock County
• Recognition of Kelly Elliott for service to Rock County

County Board Staff Committee

The County Board Staff Committee will review resolutions regarding employee training and a settlement agreement with The Kroger Co. The committee will also discuss budget reports for Corporation Counsel and various committee appointments.

• Settlement agreement with The Kroger Co. and MOU Addendum Two
• Expansion of employee training opportunities
• County Administrator vacation payout request
• Appointments for Local Emergency Planning Committee and Criminal Justice Coordinating Council
• Executive session to set bargaining parameters for 2024 collective bargaining agreements

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will approve the agenda and minutes from June 6, June 20, and July 18, 2024. It will discuss preliminary 2025 budget projections for the Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport, the Parks Department, and the Public Works Department. Public comments will be accepted, and the next meeting date will be set.

• Approve agenda
• Approve June 6, 2024 minutes
• Approve June 20, 2024 minutes
• Approve July 18, 2024 minutes
• Review preliminary 2025 budget projections for Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport, Parks Department, and Public Works Department

Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission (PRTC)

The Commission will meet to adopt its 2025 budget and elect a Treasurer. Members will review reports on rail operations, trail maintenance, and staff service agreements. The meeting includes closed sessions to discuss real estate matters and legal strategy.

• Adoption of the 2025 Budget
• Election of Treasurer
• Permit requests for American Transmission Company (ATC) and a private rail crossing in Gration, WI
• Discussion of lease renewal and violation notice for tax parcel 206-1078.0000 in Darlington
• 2025 Staff Services Agreement with Southwestern WI Regional Planning Commission

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Transportation Coordinating Committee will follow standard procedures, approve the May 31, 2024 minutes, review the Spring Summit of Transportation Providers 2024, and discuss a Department of Transportation grant. No specific decisions are listed beyond agenda items.

• Approval of May 31, 2024 TCC minutes
• Review of Spring Summit of Transportation Providers 2024
• Discussion of DOT Grant
• Member reports
• Items for future agendas

911 Communications Commission

The Rock County 9‑1‑1 Communications Commission will consider nominations and appointments for its chair position. The meeting will also review new commission members from Evansville EMS and Footville Fire, discuss information‑technology updates, and evaluate the 2024 9‑1‑1 Center goals and objectives. Additional topics include law‑enforcement call‑for‑service policies and several information items such as station alerting, CALEA compliance, and an APCO staffing study.

• Nomination and appointment of the 9‑1‑1 Commission Chair
• Introduction of new commission members from Evansville EMS and Footville Fire
• Information Technology updates
• Review of 2024 9‑1‑1 Center goals and objectives
• Law enforcement calls for service: hazardous conditions and non‑responding PD calls

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Board will consider a resolution to amend the 2024 department budget to incorporate Family First funds. The board will also approve a contract summarized in the 2024‑7‑22 Contract Summary and recognize Ms. Luster as the April IMPACT Award recipient. Additional items include a director's report on the 2025 budget, ARPA updates, and a human‑trafficking prevention initiative.

• Approve 2024‑7‑22 Contract Summary HS Board
• Recognize Ms. Luster as April Human Services IMPACT Award recipient
• Amend 2024 Human Services Department Budget to accept Family First funds
• Director's report: update on 2025 budget development and ARPA human‑trafficking prevention initiative
• Public comment period for agenda items

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee will meet on July 23, 2024 to review several items. The agenda includes discussion of an ATV route application from the Town of Union, a semi‑annual report on conference attendance, a budget‑to‑actual report, a storm update, and a staff update. The committee will also review June 2024 payments and set dates for future meetings. Public comments are accepted until noon on July 22, 2024.

• ATV Route Application – Town of Union (discussion)
• Semi‑annual report on attendance at conferences/conventions (discussion)
• Budget to actual report (discussion)
• Storm update (discussion)
• June 2024 payments review (review)

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will approve the agenda, minutes, and consent‑calendar items such as transfers and payments. It will review budget‑to‑actual reports for the Sheriff's Office, District Attorney, 911 Communications Center, Circuit Court, and Mediation, as well as the Hazmat Team information and budget. The committee will discuss moving the next meeting to August 6 at 5:15 PM. Public comments are accepted until noon on July 23, 2024.

• Approval of transfers (Consent Calendar)
• Review of payments (Consent Calendar)
• Review of budget‑to‑actual reports for Sheriff's Office, District Attorney, and 911 Communications Center
• Review of Hazmat Team information and budget
• Discussion of moving the next meeting to August 6 at 5:15 PM

Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development

The Rock County Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development will hear a report on the Chicago‑Rockford rail connection and possible future connections. It will then discuss and possibly recommend a 2025 budget request or authorization to continue passenger rail planning efforts. Public comments may be submitted by noon on the meeting day.

• Report on passenger rail connection between Chicago and Rockford (Guest: Michael Dunn, Jr.)
• Discussion of possible future passenger rail connections
• Consideration of a 2025 budget request for passenger rail planning
• Public comment period for agenda items

Groundwater Nitrate Work Group

The work group will elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also receive updates on nitrate research projects and mitigation programs.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• UW Discovery Farms Lysimeter Research Project update
• County Farm Well Sampling and Research update
• Nitrate Mitigation Assistance Program update

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss preliminary 2025 budget projections and program information. The discussion will specifically focus on the Sheriff's Office.

• Review and discussion of preliminary 2025 Budget Projections for the Sheriff's Office

ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Advisory Committee

The ADRC-Aging Unit Nutrition Program committee is meeting to review staff statistics and program reports. The body will discuss the Aging Plan and provide updates on the Senior Farmers' Market Voucher program.

• Review of Senior Farmers' Market Voucher update
• Discussion of the Aging Plan
• Reports from Aramark and Nutrition & Health Associates
• Review of Dining Center visits and Home Delivered Meal ride-alongs
• Discussion of board membership, bylaws, and application process

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and analyze fatal crash data from the second quarter of 2024. The body will review an analysis and comparison of these crashes.

• Approval of 1st Quarter 2024 Meeting Minutes
• 2nd Quarter 2024 Fatal Crash Analysis
• 2nd Quarter 2024 Fatal Crash Comparison

ADRC Advisory Committee

The ADRC Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on the Aging Plan and staffing. The body will also discuss committee by-laws, the ADRC State Report, and current committee openings.

• Review of March 20, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Aging Plan and staffing updates
• Review of committee By-Laws
• ADRC State Report and impact analysis
• ADRC Advisory Committee openings

Veterans Service Commission

The meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. The commission will review bills paid and approve minutes from the April 10, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of April 10, 2024 minutes
• Review of bills paid

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee is meeting to discuss the development of a youth governance program. The body will review draft program outcomes, descriptions, roles, and a proposed annual calendar.

• Review of draft Youth in Governance Program Outcomes
• Review of draft Youth in Governance Program Description
• Discussion on Youth in Governance Program Roles & Responsibilities
• Discussion on proposed annual Youth in Governance Program Calendar
• Discussion on requests for additional resources

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss the 2025 budget for the Public Health Department. The meeting includes a period for citizen participation and communications.

• Public Health Department 2025 Budget Discussion

Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP

The Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the 2025 application and budget. The body will also review a mid-year performance evaluation.

• Review and possible action on 2025 Application and Budget
• Mid-year CST Performance Evaluation report
• Approval of April 16, 2024 minutes

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee will meet to review significant events and discuss the use of alternates and Robert's Rules of Order. The agenda includes a presentation from the County Hazmat Team and a report from the Bylaws Review Committee.

• County Hazmat Team presentation
• Bylaws Review Committee report
• Discussion on Robert's Rules of Order
• Discussion on Alternates
• Review of May 21, 2024 minutes

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education and Veterans Committee will review payments and transfers. The body will discuss the committee's role in education and receive updates on the Veterans Service Office and the Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee.

• Resolution recognizing Katrina Kufrin for service to the Veterans Service Office
• Review of June payments
• Approval of transfers
• Updates from the Ad Hoc Youth in Governance Exploratory Committee

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approving the 2025 budget. The meeting includes updates on railroad operations, bridge projects in Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo, and track removal bids.

• Public hearing and consideration of the 2025 Budget
• WisDOT update on bridges in Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo
• Award bid for WRRTC purchase of track and track removal project
• Wisconsin & Southern Railroad report on operations and maintenance

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will review recommendations for affordable housing projects using ARPA funds. It will also consider authorizing ARPA funds for the Janesville Boys & Girls Club capital campaign. Additionally, members will review code enforcement items and June payments.

• Review of LD 2024 042 (Purkapile Recovable Living Trust) in Center Township
• Decision on recommended projects for ARPA affordable housing funds
• Authorization of ARPA funds for Janesville Boys & Girls Club Capital Campaign
• Review of June payments and mid-year budget reports
• 2025 Budget preview

Finance Committee

The committee will review recommendations for remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. This includes potential funding for the Janesville Boys & Girls Club, KANDU Industries, and YWCA Childcare Center expansion. Members will also discuss the procurement of a GIS server.

• ARPA fund allocations for Janesville Boys & Girls Club and KANDU Industries
• Reallocation of ARPA funds for YWCA Childcare Center expansion
• Funding to support the uninsured
• Procurement of a Spillman Dedicated GIS Server
• Review of June payments over $10,000

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider budget changes, supplementary appropriations, and several contracts. Items include facility upgrades at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Rock County and the authorization of a specialized transit vehicle purchase.

• Contract for roof replacement at UW-Whitewater Rock County
• Contract for theater rigging upgrades at UW-Whitewater Rock County
• Contract for nursing program renovation at UW-Whitewater Rock County
• Purchase of a specialized transit vehicle
• Finance Committee recommendations on remaining ARPA resolutions

Human Services Board

The Rock County Human Services Department is holding a public hearing regarding its 2025 budget. The meeting includes an opportunity for residents to provide comments on the proposed budget.

• Public comments regarding the 2025 Human Services Department Budget

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review Division of Extension reports, including training costs and monthly impact data. The agenda also includes reviewing fairgrounds contracts and considering changes to rental policies and contract language.

• Approval of rental contract language changes
• Approval of rental policy changes
• Dairy Barn-Milking parlor upgrades
• Review of Division of Extension training costs

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will review June 2024 bills and contract summaries. The meeting includes resolutions regarding ARPA fund reallocations and the purchase of a specialized transit vehicle.

• Reallocating ARPA funds to expand the YWCA Childcare Center
• Allocating ARPA funds for KANDU Industries and amending the 2024 budget
• Authorizing the purchase of a specialized transit vehicle
• Reviewing June 2024 Human Services Department bills

Health Services Committee

The committee will review payments and budget transfers during this meeting. Members are also scheduled to award a laundry services contract to Vestis and update account access for the incoming Business Services Manager.

• Awarding Laundry Services Contract to Vestis
• Adding Graig Kittelson to Patient Trust and Petty Cash Account
• Review of payments and budget transfers

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Trail Committee will discuss a potential recommendation regarding the Walking Iron Trail in Dane County. This discussion involves the purchase of track and a track removal project.

• Discussion of track purchase and removal for the Walking Iron Trail in Dane County

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The committee will review semi-annual reports on conference attendance for several departments. Members will also discuss budget to actuals for the Clerk of Courts, Emergency Management, Child Support Services, and Medical Examiner.

• Resolution recognizing Account Specialist I Cheryl Hall
• Semi-annual reports on convention/conference attendance for six departments
• Budget to actuals review for four departments

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee - Parks will review items including Gibbs Lake House rent and a GPS contract. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the 2025 fee schedule and staffing updates.

• Issue paper regarding Gibbs Lake House rent
• Discussion of the 2025 Fee Schedule
• Approval of a GPS contract
• Staffing update discussion

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will review semi-annual attendance reports and budget to actual reports for several county departments. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 24, 2024, meeting and consider resolutions recognizing specific individuals.

• Approval of June 24, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of semi-annual convention/conference attendance reports
• Review of budget to actual reports for county departments
• Resolutions recognizing Alan Sweeney, Cheryl Hall, and Kathleen Knutson

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will review administrative payments and fund transfers exceeding $5,000. The meeting also includes discussions on a strategic approach to healthy food access and resolutions regarding funding for the uninsured.

• Approval of June 5, 2024, meeting minutes
• Review of payments and fund transfers over $5,000
• Discussion on a strategic approach to addressing healthy food access
• Resolution regarding funding to support the uninsured

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will review a change order request for the Hwy 11 Brodhead Rehab Project. The board will also consider project recommendations for affordable housing using ARPA funds.

• Change order request for Hwy 11 Brodhead Rehab Project
• Review of recommended projects for ARPA-funded affordable housing

Environmental Management System Committee

The committee will discuss goals, objectives, and membership in the WI Local Government Climate Coalition. Staff reports will also cover microgrid performance and the use of facilities management software.

• Discussion of WI Local Government Climate Coalition membership
• Report on microgrid performance
• Review of Pear.ai and Energy Manager Portfolio software use
• Approval of June 4, 2024 meeting minutes

General Services Committee

The committee will review contract awards for roof replacement, theater rigging upgrades, and nursing program renovations at the University of Whitewater Wisconsin at Rock County. The agenda also includes discussions regarding jail renovation change orders and a salt storage building change order.

• Contract award for roof replacement at the University of Whitewater Wisconsin at Rock County
• Contract award for theater rigging upgrades at the University of Whitewater Wisconsin at Rock County
• Contract award for nursing program renovation at the University of Whitewater Wisconsin at Rock County
• Jail renovation change orders and schedule update
• Orfordville Salt Storage Building Change Order #1

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will review land division requests in Fulton and Johnstown Townships. They will also receive an update regarding ARPA fund affordable housing projects. Additionally, the committee will review May 2024 payments.

• 2-lot CSM for Witt in Fulton Township
• 2-lot CSM for Ludeking in Johnstown Township
• Update on ARPA fund affordable housing projects
• Review of May 2024 payments

Finance Committee

The committee will review resolutions to hire an appraiser for the Health Care Center Building and amend the 2024 Facilities Management Budget. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a request to donate bicycles.

• Hiring an appraiser for the Health Care Center Building
• Amending the 2024 Facilities Management Budget
• Recognition of Sherry Oja for service to Rock County
• Request to donate bicycles

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will review the 2025 budget direction and process. The agenda includes items regarding hiring an appraiser for the Health Care Center Building and creating a committee for 2026 employee health insurance. The board will also consider authorizing a letter of intent to purchase ten vehicles for the Sheriff's Office fleet.

• Authorization of a letter of intent to purchase ten vehicles for the Sheriff's Office fleet
• Approval to hire an appraiser for the Health Care Center Building and amend the 2024 Facilities Management Budget
• Creation of an Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance
• Report on 2025 Budget Direction & Process from County Administrator Josh Smith
• Ratification of the Declared Local State of Emergency

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will review HSD contracts and a semi-annual report. The agenda also includes authorizing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for the Janesville Boys & Girls Club capital campaign and reviewing the 2025 pre-budget presentation.

• Authorizing ARPA funds for Janesville Boys & Girls Club Capital Campaign
• Approval of HSD contracts
• Review of 2025 HSD Pre-Budget Presentation
• Presentation of Semi-Annual Report

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee - Highway will review a driveway access permit for Beloit Health System on CTH G. The committee will also discuss bridge aid petitions from the Town of Janesville and the Town of Rock.

• Driveway access permit for Beloit Health System on CTH G
• Bridge aid petition for Town of Janesville and Town of Rock
• MP 55 replacement issue paper
• Review of May 2024 payments

Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development

The committee will review information gathered regarding passenger rail development. Members will also discuss a possible recommendation for a 2025 budget request to continue planning efforts.

• Review of information gathered to date
• Discussion and possible recommendation for a 2025 budget request
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will review a letter of intent to purchase ten vehicles for the Sheriff's Office. The committee is also considering a contract with Pre-Emergency Planning, LLC for emergency management and ratifying a declared local state of emergency.

• Letter of intent to purchase ten vehicles for the Sheriff's Office fleet
• Ratification of the declared local state of emergency
• Contract approval with Pre-Emergency Planning, LLC for emergency management

County Board Staff Committee

The committee will discuss administrative policies regarding health insurance and Appendix 7B. The agenda also includes the proposed creation of an ad hoc committee for 2026 employee health insurance.

• Creation of the Ad Hoc Committee on 2026 Employee Health Insurance
• Expansion of employee training opportunities
• Review of Administrative Policy and Procedure-Health Insurance
• Review of Administrative Policy and Procedure-Appendix 7B
• Approval of May 20 and June 10, 2024 minutes

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The council will discuss the Rock County Drug Court and provide updates on various workgroups. Members will also consider actions regarding CJCC bylaws, mission statements, and a TAD grant application.

• Support for TAD Grant Application
• Support for Continuation of OWI Court Therapist Position
• Presentation on Rock County Drug Court
• Possible action on CJCC Vision and Mission Statements
• Possible action on CJCC Bylaws

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will review and discuss preliminary 2025 budget projections and program information for the Human Services Department. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from May 30 and June 6, 2024.

• Review of Preliminary 2025 Budget Projections for Human Services Department
• Approval of May 30, 2024 minutes
• Approval of June 6, 2024 minutes

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The committee will review the description, roles, and responsibilities of the Youth in Governance Program. Members will also discuss program outcomes and a proposed annual calendar. Additionally, they will consider a request from the Rock County Education & Veterans Committee regarding their participation.

• Review of Youth in Governance Program description and roles
• Discussion on program outcomes and annual calendar
• Request from Rock County Education & Veterans Committee regarding participation
• Planning a preliminary report to the County Board of Supervisors
• Discussion on additional resources needed

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will discuss updates to the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project. The meeting includes consideration of contracts for roof and sewer line work at the fairgrounds. Members will also review an appraiser hire for the Health Care Center Building.

• Jail renovation project schedule and change orders
• Contract approval for Fairgrounds roof replacement
• Contract approval for Fairground sewer line
• Hiring an appraiser for the Health Care Center Building
• Change orders for Health Department condenser unit replacement

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education & Veterans Committee will review May payments and transfers. The committee also plans to discuss its educational role and receive an update on the Veterans Service Office. A tour of the Veterans Facility is scheduled.

• Veterans Service Office update
• Discussion of the committee's education role
• Review of May payments
• Tour of Veterans Facility

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board will hold a public hearing regarding airport improvements. The board is also scheduled to review agency agreements and federal block grant owner assurances.

• Public Hearing on Airport Improvements
• Agency Agreement and Federal Block Grant Owner Assurances
• Review of Committee Review Reports for March, April, and May 2024

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will review several land division applications in Magnolia and Janesville Townships. The meeting also includes an update on ARPA funds for affordable housing and the Q1 2024 Rock Ready Index Report.

• Land division LD 2024 027 (Magnolia Township)
• Land division LD 2024 033 (Janesville Township)
• Land division LD 2024 035 (Magnolia Township)
• Land division LD 2024 036 (Magnolia Township)
• Update on ARPA funds for affordable housing

Finance Committee

The committee will review May payments and approve transfers for the 911 Communication Center. Members will also consider budget amendments to accept drug trafficking and opioid abatement grants, as well as allocating ARPA funds for February 2024 tornado victims.

• Approval of 911 Communication Center transfer request
• Acceptance of HIDTA Grant and Sheriff’s Office budget amendment
• Acceptance of Opioid Abatement grant and Sheriff’s Office budget amendment
• Allocation of ARPA funds for February 2024 tornado victims
• Review of May payments exceeding $10,000

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review several budget amendments related to COVID-19 unwinding, HIDTA grants, and opioid abatement funding. The agenda also includes committee appointments and a modification to ARPA funds for the Community Action Fresh Start Program.

• Amending Human Services Department Budget for COVID Unwinding funding
• Accepting HIDTA Grant and amending Sheriff’s Office 2024 Budget
• Contract for Professional Services to Develop a Strategic Energy Plan
• Modifying ARPA funds from Twin Oaks Shelter Project to support Community Action Fresh Start Program
• Extending intergovernmental agreement between City of Beloit, Rock County, and Ho-Chunk Nation

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will review payments, budget transfers, and staff reports. The meeting also includes information regarding Rock Haven staff morale and improvement committees.

• Resolution recognizing Sarah Vance for service to Rock Haven
• Review of payments and Committee Review Report
• Information on Rock Haven staff morale
• Staff reports from Finance, Maintenance, and Administration
• Budget transfers

Human Services Board

The board will consider resolutions to amend the 2024 Human Services Department Budget for COVID Unwinding funding and reallocate ARPA funds from the Twin Oaks Shelter Project to the Fresh Start Program. The meeting also includes updates on youth justice and homelessness prevention grants.

• Amending 2024 Human Services Department Budget for COVID Unwinding funding
• Modifying ARPA funds from Twin Oaks Shelter Project to support Fresh Start Program
• Quarterly report on ARPA matching grant for homelessness prevention
• Approval of HSD contracts and May bills

Education & Veterans Committee

The Education and Veterans Committee will meet to review and approve resolutions. This includes confirming the induction of four individuals into the Rock County Hall of Honor.

• Induction of David O'Leary, Lavinia Goodell, Frank Carroll Sr., and Dr. Daniel Hale Williams to the Rock County Hall of Honor

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review Division of Extension reports and monthly impact data. The agenda also includes several rental fee waiver requests and discussions regarding Fairgrounds noise complaints.

• Rental fee waiver requests for Project 16:49, Beef Producers, and AG Business Council/Farm Bureau
• Approval of alcohol allowance for the Fairgrounds
• Review of May payments and contracts for Division of Extension and Fairgrounds
• Next steps regarding noise complaints with neighbors
• Deadline extension for the Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee report

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Parks will review a contract amendment for the Rock Trail Coalition and a lease agreement regarding Peace Trail. The committee is also scheduled to discuss a staffing update.

• Contract Amendment - Rock Trail Coalition
• Hendricks Lease Agreement - Peace Trail
• Staffing Update

COVID-19 Emergency Small Business Loan Fund Committee

The committee will receive an update on the status of the COVID-19 Small Business Loan Fund and related County Board resolutions. Members will also review loan applications #2024_01 and #2024_02 for potential approval or denial.

• Update on COVID-19 Small Business Loan Fund status
• Review of Loan Application #2024_01
• Review of Loan Application #2024_02
• Approval of February 14, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The committee will consider resolutions regarding law enforcement grants and budget amendments. This includes accepting opioid abatement funding and allocating ARPA funds for victims of the February 2024 tornadoes.

• Accepting Opioid Abatement Efforts by Law Enforcement Agencies Grant Funding
• Amending the Sheriff’s Office 2024 Budget
• Allocating ARPA funds for victims of the February 2024 tornadoes
• Recognizing Jordan Hillis

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee will review May payments and previous meeting minutes. The committee will also consider a resolution to extend an intergovernmental agreement involving the City of Beloit and the Ho-Chunk Nation. Additionally, members will discuss health insurance and various committee appointments.

• Extending intergovernmental agreement between Beloit, Rock County, and Ho-Chunk Nation
• Reclassifying a vacant Public Health Nurse position to a Disease Intervention Specialist position
• Review of May payments and transfers
• Discussion regarding Rock County health insurance
• Appointments to several advisory committees

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will discuss the 2025 draft budget and staff services agreements with the Southwestern WI Regional Planning Commission. The agenda also includes updates on railroad operations, bridge projects in several cities, and the sale of the Peters Road Bridge.

• Consideration of Staff Services Agreement with Southwestern WI Regional Planning Commission
• Approval of Peters Road Bridge sale to the Town of Sharon
• Updates on Reedsburg Sub Tie Replacement Project and WisDOT bridge projects
• Approval of 2025 draft operating budget publication in the WI State Journal
• Review of permit applications for utilities and rail crossings

Hall of Honor Committee

The Hall of Honor Committee will discuss the procedures used to select 2024 inductees. The committee will also review specific nominations and recommend individuals for induction.

• Review of nominations: Dr. Daniel Hale Williams, David O'Leary, Frank Carroll Sr., and Lavinia Goodell
• Discussion of selection procedure for 2024 Hall of Honor inductees
• Recommendation of 2024 Hall of Honor inductee(s)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review preliminary 2025 budget projections and program information. This discussion includes updates regarding Rock Haven and the Rock County Public Health Department.

• Review of 2025 budget projections for Rock Haven
• Review of 2025 budget projections for Public Health
• Approval of May 30, 2024 minutes

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will hold annual elections for Chair and Vice Chair. The board will review recommended projects for affordable housing using budgeted ARPA funds. Members will also discuss funding recommendations for continued legal action services.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of recommended projects for affordable housing using ARPA funds
• Discussion on funding for continued legal action services
• Feedback on priorities for Fair Housing and Consolidated Plan

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The committee will review the outcomes, description, and roles of the Youth in Governance Program. Members will also discuss a preliminary report for the County Board of Supervisors and potential resource needs.

• Review of Youth in Governance Program outcomes
• Discussion of program description, roles, and responsibilities
• Planning content for a preliminary report to the County Board of Supervisors
• Discussion on requests for additional resources and next steps

Board of Health

The Board of Health will review administrative payments and fund transfers exceeding $5,000. The meeting includes updates on measles response and overdose prevention efforts. The board will also consider a resolution to replace a vacant nurse position with a disease intervention specialist.

• Resolution to delete one vacant Public Health Nurse position and create one Disease Intervention Specialist position
• Review of fund transfers over $5,000
• Public Health Department reports on measles response and overdose prevention

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will review the Land Conservation Department Charter and educational materials. Members will also consider approving a cost-share agreement for grassed waterway and mulching, as well as waiving a penalty fee related to a CREP buyout.

• Cost-share agreement (LR-C.24) for Mark J Madson Living Trust regarding grassed waterway and mulching
• Approval of waiving a penalty fee paid to the County for a CREP buyout (JMG Trust)
• Consideration of purchasing a UTV for the department
• Update on Land Conservation Office Space

Environmental Management System Committee

The committee will discuss emissions inventory planning with the Dane County Office of Energy & Climate. The agenda also includes an update on the Energy Audit Consultant Project and a follow-up regarding the Sustainable Janesville Fair.

• Discussion with Dane County on planning/emissions inventory
• Update on Energy Audit Consultant Project
• Review of Goals & Objectives
• Follow-up to Sustainable Janesville Fair
• Approval of May 6, 2024 minutes

Education & Veterans Committee

The committee will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair and set future meeting dates. This meeting consists of procedural organizational items.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will discuss updates on the Law Enforcement Services / Jail Renovation Project and the sale of the Health Care Center property. The committee will also consider contracts for a Strategic Energy Plan and Fairgrounds Grandstands.

• Contract award for Professional Services to Develop a Strategic Energy Plan
• Schedule update for Law Enforcement Services / Jail Renovation Project
• Approval to sublease a Veterans Office
• Contract for Professional Services for Fairgrounds Grandstands
• Next steps on the sale of the Health Care Center property

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will receive an orientation presentation from the Sheriff's Department. No other business items are listed on this agenda.

• New Supervisor Orientation Presentation - Sheriff's Department

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Rock County Transportation Coordinating Committee will discuss grant updates and the 2024 Spring Summit of Transportation Providers. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from March 22, 2024.

• Spring Summit of Transportation Providers 2024
• Grant updates
• Approval of March 22, 2024 minutes

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will discuss and provide direction regarding 2025 budget parameters. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from May 16, 2024.

• Discussion of and direction regarding 2025 budget parameters
• Approval of May 16, 2024 minutes

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Highway will discuss ATV route applications for the Towns of Johnstown and Lima. The meeting includes discussions on herbicide application and consultant rankings for the Cleophas Road Bridge. Additionally, the committee will review payments from March and April 2024.

• ATV Route Applications for Town of Johnstown and Town of Lima
• Cleophas Road Bridge consultant rankings
• Motor Pool Software 2024 issue paper
• Review of March and April 2024 payments

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The committee will consider accepting the 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) grant and amending the Sheriff’s Office budget. The agenda also includes a transfer request for the 911 Center exceeding $10,000.

• 911 Center transfer request over $10,000
• Acceptance of 2024 High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) grant
• Sheriff’s Office 2024 budget amendment

Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission (PRTC)

The Pecatonica Rail Transit Commission will meet to elect new officers and discuss the draft 2025 budget. The commission will also consider funding allocations for the Janesville Bridge Project and address reports on trail maintenance and trespassing issues.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, Secretary, and Vice Secretary
• Approval of $100,100 allocated to the Janesville Bridge Project
• Discussion of the draft 2025 budget
• Frontier Communications permit extension request for construction in Mineral Point
• Closed session discussions regarding trespassing and trail encroachment in Calamine, WI

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will review land division requests in Union and Lima Townships. Members will also consider modifying the purpose of ARPA funds to support the Community Action Fresh Start Program instead of the Twin Oaks Shelter Project. Additionally, the committee will review April bills and the agency charter.

• Land division request (2 Lot CSM) in Union Township (LD 2024 025)
• Land division request (1 Lot CSM) in Lima Township (LD 2024 031)
• Modification of ARPA funds from Twin Oaks Shelter Project to Fresh Start Program
• Review of April bills

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County County Board Staff Committee will interview two candidates for a District 1 vacancy and discuss possible appointments to six county boards and committees. The meeting also covers routine administrative items and public comment. No policy changes or budget votes are on the agenda.

• Interview candidates Shana Cook and Janis Ringhand for District 1
• Review possible appointment to the Land Conservation Committee
• Review possible appointment to the Finance Committee
• Review possible appointment to the Human Services Board
• Review appointments to the Agriculture & Extension Education Committee and COVID-19 Emergency Small Business Loan Fund Subcommittee

Finance Committee

The committee will review April payments and consider resolutions regarding budget amendments for the Sheriff’s Office and Facilities Management Department. Members will also discuss cloud migration consulting and a mental health project.

• Supplemental funding for Facilities Management Department Energy Audit Project
• Sheriff’s Office 2024 Budget amendment via monetary donation
• Authorization to purchase Microsoft Azure Cloud Migration Consulting
• Confirmation of Finance Director appointment
• Review of April payments and payments over $10,000

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will review committee appointments and reports on ARPA funds and the Ho-Chunk Nation Beloit Casino. The meeting includes items regarding jail food services, energy audit funding, and modifying ARPA funds for community programs.

• Awarding bid for correctional food services at the Rock County Jail
• Supplemental funding for Facilities Management Department Energy Audit Project
• Modifying ARPA funds from Twin Oaks Shelter Project to Fresh Start Program
• Authorizing grant application for 2025 Clean Sweep Program

Board of Supervisors

The meeting consists of orientation presentations for new members of the Rock County Board of Supervisors. No governmental business will be conducted during this session.

• New Supervisor Orientation Presentations

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will review HSD contracts and April bills. The board will also consider a resolution to modify the use of ARPA funds from the Twin Oaks Shelter Project to support the Fresh Start Program. Additionally, the Director's report includes 2025 budget planning.

• Modifying ARPA funds from Twin Oaks Shelter Project to support Fresh Start Program
• Approval of HSD contracts
• Review of April HSD bills
• Recognition resolutions for four individuals
• 2025 budget planning and discussion

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will hold presentations for new supervisor orientation. No governmental business is scheduled to be conducted at this meeting.

• New Supervisor Orientation Presentations

Local Emergency Planning Committee

The Local Emergency Planning Committee is meeting to discuss committee membership and bylaws. The agenda also includes a review of significant events and updates from county emergency management and health services.

• Discussion regarding LEPC membership
• Discussion regarding LEPC bylaws
• Review of significant events
• Discussion regarding meeting location

General Services Committee

The committee will review April 2024 payments and approve transfers. Discussion includes supplemental funding for an energy audit project and updates to the jail renovation project. The committee will also consider contracts for theater rigging and architectural services.

• Supplemental funding for Facilities Management Department Energy Audit Project
• Change orders and schedule updates for Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project
• Contract for Theater Rigging Upgrades
• Contract for Architectural/Engineering Services
• Review of April 2024 payments

Ad Hoc Committee on Passenger Rail Development

The committee will elect a chair and vice chair from among County Board members. Members will also establish future meeting dates and times.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

County Board Staff Committee

The Committee will interview candidates for the District 1 seat and consider several committee appointments. The agenda also includes reviews of administrative policies and updates to the salary/wage grid.

• Interviews for District 1 candidates Jim Brooks, Shana Cook, and Janis Ringhand
• Confirmation of Finance Director appointment
• Review of updates to the salary/wage grid
• Resolutions recognizing five individuals
• Discussion regarding Rock County health insurance

Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board

The Southern Wisconsin Regional Airport Board is holding a brief procedural meeting on May 20, 2024. The agenda covers only administrative tasks, including electing the board chair and vice chair and scheduling future meetings. No policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.

• Election of board chair
• Election of vice chair
• Scheduling future board meetings
• Adjournment

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will conduct a general review of the county's financial position as it relates to the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as agenda approval and citizen participation.

• Review of the county's financial position for the 2025 budget

Land Conservation Committee

The Land Conservation Committee will consider a resolution to submit a grant application for the 2025 Clean Sweep Program. The committee will also discuss nominating Alan Sweeney to the Rock Koshkonong Lake District.

• Resolution authorizing submittal of 2025 Clean Sweep Program grant application
• Nomination of Alan Sweeney to the Rock Koshkonong Lake District
• Cancellation of Notice of Noncompliance for Ken and Barbra Ann Olsen
• Review of bills paid in April 2024

Board of Supervisors

The meeting includes orientation presentations for new County Supervisors. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• New Supervisor Orientation Presentations

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Parks meeting consists of procedural items only. The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and establish future meeting dates.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will review resolutions regarding the Rock County Jail and the Sheriff’s Office. Proposed actions include awarding a bid for correctional food services and authorizing a budget amendment following a monetary donation.

• Awarding bid for Correctional Food Services at the Rock County Jail
• Authorizing acceptance of a monetary donation and amending the Sheriff’s Office 2024 budget
• Recognizing Sergeant Jay Williams

Land Information Council

The Council will discuss updates to the Wisconsin Land Information Program, including grant status and parcel maps. Members will also review ongoing land records projects such as the GIS roadmap and imagery acquisition. Additionally, the agenda includes legislative updates regarding judicial privacy and various fees.

• Wisconsin Land Information Program update
• Ongoing land records projects including GIS Roadmap and Septic Permit Project
• 2024 Imagery Acquisition
• Legislative updates on judicial privacy and recording fees
• Approval of meeting minutes from 2023 and 2024

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will meet to appoint new commission officers and committee members. The agenda includes updates on bridge projects in Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo, as well as the status of track removal for the Walking Iron Trail. The commission will also review financial reports and discuss attorney transition plans.

• Appointment of Commission Officers and committee members
• Walking Iron Trail track removal bid package update
• Potential contract with Richard Shure for infrastructure review up to $350
• Bridge updates for Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo
• Consideration of the Janesville Bridge Project MOU

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will meet to approve the agenda and conduct an executive session. This session involves considering employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees.

• Executive session regarding employee compensation or performance

Planning & Development Committee

This meeting consists of procedural agenda items. The committee will conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair and establish a future meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Agriculture & Extension Education Committee. The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and set future meeting dates.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

Human Services Board

The meeting consists of procedural items for the Human Services Board. The board will conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair and set future meeting dates.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting of future meeting date and time

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The committee will elect a chair and vice chair for the program. Members will review existing local civics initiatives and discuss desired outcomes for the Youth in Governance program. The group may also take action on a draft handbook outline.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Presentation of existing Rock County civics programs
• Review of desired outcomes from the YIG Program
• Discussion of draft handbook outline and contents
• Discussion of recommended next steps

Health Services Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items to establish committee leadership. The committee will elect a Chair and a Vice Chair.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair

Public Safety & Justice Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the election of a Chair and Vice Chair. The committee will also determine the date and time for its next meeting.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair

Ad Hoc Broadband Committee

This agenda covers routine organizational steps for the Ad Hoc Broadband Committee meeting on May 7, 2024. Members will elect a chair and vice chair, set future meeting times, and adjourn. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no policy discussions or public hearings scheduled.

• Election of committee chair
• Election of vice chair
• Scheduling future meetings

General Services Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items for committee organization. The agenda includes electing a chair and vice chair and setting future meeting dates.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

County Board Staff Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items for the County Board Staff Committee. The committee will conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair and establish a future meeting schedule.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting of meeting date and time

Land Information Council

This meeting consists of procedural organizational items for the Land Information Council. The council will discuss and adopt by-laws and hold elections for the positions of Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Adoption of By-Laws
• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice-Chair

Environmental Management System Committee

The committee will review a resolution to authorize supplemental funding and budget amendments for the Facilities Management Department Energy Audit Project. Members also plan to elect a Vice Chair and discuss committee goals and objectives.

• Resolution authorizing supplemental funding for Facilities Management Department Energy Audit Project
• Election of Vice Chair
• Review of Goals & Objectives
• Information regarding Green Tier Legacy Communities Southern Region Meeting

Finance Committee

This meeting agenda contains only procedural items. The committee will elect a chair and vice chair and set future meeting dates and times.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority will review recommendations for projects funded by ARPA funds for affordable housing. The meeting also includes the election of a Vice Chair and an update on planning efforts.

• Review of ARPA fund project recommendations for affordable housing
• Election of Vice Chair
• Announcement of Chair Bill Wilson's confirmation by the County Board
• Update regarding planning efforts

Board of Health

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Rock County Board of Health. The agenda focuses on electing leadership and setting future meeting dates.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

Land Conservation Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Land Conservation Committee. The committee will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair and set future meeting dates.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting meeting date and time

Land Information Council

This meeting consists of procedural items for the Land Information Council. The council will conduct elections for Chair and Vice Chair and set future meeting dates.

• Election of Chair
• Election of Vice Chair
• Setting future meeting dates

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The committee will discuss agreements with partners WSOR and WisDOT concerning Commission-owned property and professional services. The agenda includes a motion to enter closed session for bargaining purposes related to these items.

• Agreement with WSOR and WisDOT regarding Commission-owned property and professional services
• Motion to adjourn to closed session for bargaining agreements and competitive professional services

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider budget amendments and committee appointments. The agenda also includes discussions on enhancing oversight for Rock Haven management and advancing ethical conduct in the county.

• Authorizing ARPA funds for Children's Museum of Rock County
• Enhancing oversight and transparency in Rock Haven management
• Appointments to the Environmental Management System Committee and Rock County Housing Authority
• Review of contracts

Community Action

The Community Action Board of Directors will meet to approve recent committee minutes and review the Executive Director's report. This report includes updates on housing development, contract monitoring, and fund development. The board will also receive a presentation regarding the AWARE program.

• Approval of minutes from February 28, April 1, April 3, and April 11
• Executive Director's report covering housing and contract updates
• AWARE program presentation by Program Manager Amy Floan

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The Criminal Justice Coordinating Council is meeting to review the status of CJCC and EBDM workgroups. The council will also discuss law enforcement concerns and consider future areas for action.

• Status of CJCC Workgroups
• Overview and status of EBDM Workgroups
• Law enforcement concerns
• Future areas for CJCC focus/action

911 Communications Commission

The Rock County 911 Communications Commission will meet to approve January 17, 2024 minutes and introduce new commission members. The agenda also includes information technology updates and reports on station alerting and CALEA.

• Approval of January 17, 2024 minutes
• Introduction of new Commission Members
• Information Technology updates
• Station Alerting and CALEA updates

Traffic Safety Commission

The Traffic Safety Commission will conduct a review of fatal crash data and comparisons for the first quarter of 2024. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the fourth quarter of 2023.

• 1st Qtr 2024 fatal crash analysis
• 1st Qtr 2024 fatal crash comparison
• Approval of 4th Qtr 2023 minutes

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will hold a reorganization meeting to elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Second Vice Chair. The board will also review and adopt the Rules of the Board for the 2024-2026 term. Additionally, new members of the board will be sworn into office.

• Election of County Board Chair
• Election of County Board Vice Chair
• Election of County Board Second Vice Chair
• Adoption of Rules of the Board for 2024-2026
• Swearing in of new board members

General Services Committee

The General Services Committee will discuss the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project, including schedule updates and change order approvals. The committee will also consider a contract for condenser replacement at the Health Department. Additionally, members will review March 2024 payments.

• Approval of change orders for the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project
• Update on the Jail Renovation Project schedule
• Contract approval for condenser replacement at the Health Department
• Review of March 2024 payments

Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP

The Children’s System of Care CST/CCOP meeting includes reviews of the CLTS/CCOP annual report and the 2023 CST report. Staff will also provide an update on CST Supplemental Funds.

• CLTS/CCOP annual report
• 2023 CST report
• CST Supplemental Funds update
• Approval of January 16, 2024 minutes

Board of Canvassers

The Rock County Board of Canvassers will verify vote totals for County Supervisor District 11 from the April 2 spring election across four Beloit wards. If candidates file petitions and pay required fees, the board may also conduct recounts for four other supervisor districts where margins are narrow. These steps formally certify which candidates won their races and determine if official results change.

• Verify April 2 election results for County Supervisor District 11 in Beloit Wards 7, 8, 9, and 11
• Certify official vote totals for the district
• Review potential recounts for Supervisor Districts 13, 18, 24, and 29 if petitions are filed
• Note current vote margins: 3 votes (District 13), 35 (District 18), 40 (District 24), and 30 (District 29)

Board of Supervisors

The Rock County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss amending the 2024 Human Services Department Budget for residential room and board costs. The meeting also includes consideration of the final Rock County 2024-2027 Strategic Plan. Additionally, the board will address committee appointments and a deadline extension for a youth governance committee report.

• Amending 2024 Human Services Department Budget for residential room and board costs
• Approval of Final Rock County 2024-2027 Strategic Plan
• Appointment to the Environmental Management System Committee
• Extending deadline for the Ad-Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee report

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will review a resolution to amend the 2024 Human Services Department Budget for residential room and board costs. The committee will also consider donating office furniture to the State of Wisconsin Veterans Services Office. The meeting includes reviews of March payments and transfers.

• Amending the 2024 Human Services Department Budget for residential room and board costs
• Approval to donate office furniture to the State of Wisconsin Veterans Services Office
• Review of March payments and payments over $10,000
• Approval of transfers

Evidence Based Decision Making (EBDM)

The committee will discuss potential changes to EBDM targets for behavioral health, pretrial assessment, and risk reduction interventions. Members will also consider moving oversight to the CJCC and dissolving the EBDM Policy Team.

• Behavioral health information sharing targets
• Pretrial and risk assessment targets
• Risk reduction intervention targets
• Moving EBDM oversight to CJCC
• Dissolving the EBDM Policy Team

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will consider two land division requests in Fulton and Union Townships. Members will also review updates to the Land Division Ordinance and a proclamation regarding fair housing. The meeting includes a review of March bills.

• LD 2024 011 (Fulton Township) – Murphy (2 Lot CSM)
• LD 2024 015 (Union Township) – Weigand (2 Lot CSM)
• Review of Land Division Ordinance Updates
• Proclamation Regarding Fair Housing
• Review of March Bills

Human Services Board

The board will review contract summaries and March bills reports. Members will also consider a resolution to amend the 2024 Human Services Department budget to accept additional funding for residential room and board costs.

• Budget amendment for 2024 Human Services Department residential room and board costs
• Approval of contract summaries
• Review of March bills for the Human Services Department
• Resolution recognizing Liane Felton
• Aging and Disability Resource Center program report

Veterans Service Commission

The Veterans Service Commission will review paid bills and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding the future of the VSC.

• Review of bills paid
• Discussion on the future of the VSC

Health Services Committee

The Health Services Committee will review budget transfers and committee payments. The committee is also considering resolutions regarding management oversight and a consultant contract for Rock Haven. Staff reports on finance, maintenance, and administration will be presented.

• Resolution for enhancing oversight and transparency in Rock Haven management
• Proposal to contract a consultant for Rock Haven operational and financial analysis
• Report on employees working over 16 mandated hours

Board of Supervisors

The meeting consists of an orientation presentation for new County Board Supervisors. No governmental business will be conducted during this session.

• New Supervisor Orientation Presentation

Agriculture & Extension Education Committee

The committee will review Division of Extension reports and payments. It will also consider Fairgrounds rental contracts and an alcohol allowance permit. Additionally, the committee will discuss extending a deadline for the Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee report.

• Approval of the 3-year Fair Board Working Agreement
• Approval of Alcohol Allowance Permit and changes to the alcohol approval process
• Review of March rental contracts for the Fairgrounds
• Extending the deadline for the Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee report

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee - Highway will meet to discuss town issues and road construction and maintenance with town representatives. The agenda also includes citizen participation and communications.

• Discussion of town road construction and maintenance
• Town business discussions with town representatives

County Board Staff Committee

The committee will review recent meeting minutes and March payments. The agenda also includes discussing the county health insurance plan and approving a new strategic plan.

• Approval of Final Rock County 2024-2027 Strategic Plan
• Discussion regarding Rock County Health Insurance Plan
• Appointment to the Environmental Management System Committee
• Resolution recognizing Liane Felton

Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers will verify the results for the April 2, 2024 Spring Election and Presidential Preference contests at both the state and county levels. This process includes reviewing election materials, electronic vote records, tally sheets, and write-in votes.

• Verification of statewide and county level contest results from the April 2, 2024 Spring Election
• Review of Inspector’s Statements, electronic vote records, and tally sheets
• Consideration of provisional ballots and write-in votes
• Completion and signing of the Canvass Statement

Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission

The Wisconsin River Rail Transit Commission will discuss bidding for the removal of railroad infrastructure in Dane County. The meeting includes updates on WisDOT bridge projects and reports from Wisconsin & Southern Railroad. Commissioners will also consider permit applications and attorney transition plans.

• Bidding for purchase and removal of railroad infrastructure in Dane County
• WisDOT bridge updates for Merrimac, Janesville, and Baraboo
• Temporary Authorization Permit for South Perry Parkway Crossing, Oregon, WI
• Utility permit for Terrazon Group in Solon Mills, IL
• Review of 2023 year-end financial statements

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee - Highway will meet to discuss town issues and road construction and maintenance with town representatives. The agenda also includes citizen participation and communications.

• Discussion of town road construction and maintenance
• Discussion of town issues with town representatives

Land Conservation Committee

The committee will consider approving cost share agreements for the Land and Water Resource Management Program. Members will also review the 2023 WPDES-MS4 Annual Report regarding storm water management. Additionally, the agenda includes discussions on utility installation and a lighted sign for the Alliant Solar Facility.

• Approval of cost share agreements for De Wayne Schwartzlow and Tartan Farms
• Review of 2023 WPDES-MS4 Annual Report
• Consideration of utility installation on a PACE program property
• Review of a lighted sign for Alliant Solar Facility along Hwy 14

Board of Health

The Rock County Board of Health will review administrative items including payments and fund transfers exceeding $5,000. The agenda also includes reports from the Public Health Department and Behavioral Health 360. A quarterly budget update is scheduled for discussion.

• Review of payments
• Transfer of funds over $5,000
• Public Health Department Report
• Behavioral Health 360 report
• Quarterly Budget Update

Ad Hoc Rock County Youth in Governance Program Exploratory Committee

The committee will hear a presentation on the Racine County Youth in Governance Program. Members will also discuss desired outcomes for Rock County's program and review an early draft of a local handbook.

• Presentation on Racine Youth in Governance Program by Pamela Behrndt Larson
• Review of early draft Rock County YIG Handbook
• Discussion of existing programs in Rock County with similar goals
• Discussion regarding desired outcomes for the program

Rock County Housing Authority

The Rock County Housing Authority is discussing a strategy for using county budgeted funds for affordable housing. This includes determining housing priorities and ranking criteria for proposals. A schedule was also proposed for presenting recommendations in May.

• Determining housing authority priorities
• Establishing ranking criteria for proposals
• Reviewing March 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• Follow up on County Board educational presentation

Environmental Management System Committee

The Environmental Management System Committee will discuss its goals and objectives. Staff will also provide updates on upcoming workshops and the City of Janesville Sustainable Living Fair.

• Review and discussion of committee goals and objectives
• GTLC Quarterly Meeting report
• GTLC Connections Workshop update
• City of Janesville Sustainable Living Fair report
• Membership update

General Services Committee

The committee will review updates regarding the Law Enforcement Services/Jail Renovation Project, including change orders for cameras and a car wash. Members will also discuss a change order for the Rock Haven Nurse Call System Replacement and a lease with the State of Wisconsin Department Of Administration.

• Jail renovation change orders for cameras ($278,282) and a car wash ($43,331)
• Review of Change Order #2 for Rock Haven Nurse Call System Replacement
• Approval of the lease with the State of Wisconsin Department Of Administration
• Update on Veterans Services Operations

Board of Supervisors

The Board of Supervisors will consider budget changes including the use of ARPA funds for the Children's Museum of Rock County. The agenda also includes awarding a contract for jail healthcare services and approving the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan. Additionally, the Board will address salary levels for certain county officials.

• Authorizing ARPA funds for Children's Museum of Rock County
• Awarding bid for Correctional Healthcare Services at the Rock County Jail (2025-2029)
• Approval of Final Rock County 2024-2027 Strategic Plan
• Request for Sheriff's Office to purchase five portable radios
• Establishing salaries for Register of Deeds, County Clerk, and Treasurer

Planning & Development Committee

The committee will consider code enforcement items including a 20-lot subdivision in Beloit Township and two-lot developments in Milton and Fulton Townships. Additionally, the committee will review an intergovernmental agreement with the cities of Beloit and Janesville regarding fair housing analysis.

• Riverstone Subdivision #2 (20 lots) in Beloit Township
• Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement with City of Beloit and City of Janesville
• Johnson 2 Lot CSM in Milton Township
• Murphy 2 Lot CSM in Fulton Township

Finance Committee

The Rock County Finance Committee will review budget resolutions and transfers. This includes authorizing ARPA funds for the Children's Museum of Rock County and amending the 2024 budget. The committee will also consider a mail machine contract and the carryover of 2023 budget items.

• Authorizing ARPA Funds for Children's Museum of Rock County
• Amending the 2024 Budget
• Approval of Mail Machine Contract
• Carryover of 2023 Budget Items to 2024
• Approval to donate banquet tables

Human Services Board

The Human Services Board will review contract summaries and various program reports. The board is also scheduled to consider authorizing ARPA funds for the YWCA Immigrant Outreach Program and amending the 2024 budget.

• Authorizing ARPA Funds for YWCA Immigrant Outreach Program and Amending the 2024 Budget
• Approval of HSD Contract Summary
• Resolution recognizing Beth Jessie
• Economic Support program report

Public Works Committee

The Rock County Public Works Committee (Highway) will meet to review and possibly approve a professional services contract modification for 2024-2025 bridge inspections, discuss annual town meetings, and approve a resolution updating wage grid criteria for Public Works positions. The agenda also includes recognizing David Howard and reviewing February 2024 payments.

• Resolution recognizing David Howard
• Resolution updating wage grid implementation criteria for Public Works positions
• Discussion and possible action on professional services contract modification for 2024-2025 bridge inspections
• Discussion on annual town meetings
• Review of February 2024 payments

Public Safety & Justice Committee

The Public Safety & Justice Committee will review a bid for correctional healthcare services at the Rock County Jail for 2025-2029. The committee will also consider a request for the Sheriff's Office to purchase five portable radios.

• Bid award for Correctional Healthcare Services at the Rock County Jail (2025-2029)
• Request for authorization for the Sheriff's Office to purchase five portable radios

County Board Staff Committee

The Rock County Board Staff Committee is meeting to approve transfers and resolutions, including the final 2024-2027 strategic plan, wage grid criteria for Public Works, and salaries for county officials. They will also discuss appointments to an ad hoc passenger rail committee and the county health insurance plan. Public comments must be submitted by noon on the meeting day.

• Approval of final Rock County 2024-2027 Strategic Plan
• Updating wage grid implementation criteria for Department of Public Works positions
• Establishing salaries for Register of Deeds, County Clerk, and Treasurer for 2025-2028 term
• Appointments to Ad Hoc Passenger Rail Committee
• Report on County Board Rules of Procedure

Transportation Coordinating Committee

The Rock County Transportation Coordinating Committee is meeting to handle routine business: approving the agenda and January minutes, discussing the Spring Summit of Transportation Providers 2024, and addressing committee vacancies. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approval of January 20, 2024 minutes
• Discussion of Spring Summit of Transportation Providers 2024
• Discussion of committee vacancies

Criminal Justice Coordinating Council (CJCC)

The Rock County Criminal Justice Coordinating Council will meet to approve minutes from January and February sessions. Members plan to discuss priority areas, workgroup structures, and scheduling for 2024. The agenda also lists discussions on law enforcement concerns and potential future focus areas. This session focuses on planning rather than voting on new contracts or ordinances.

• Discussion regarding 2024 CJCC Priority Areas and Workgroups
• Discussion regarding CJCC Meeting Dates/Times
• Discussion regarding Law Enforcement Concerns
• Consideration of Future Areas for CJCC Focus/Action
• Approval of minutes from the January 30, 2024 retreat and February 15, 2024 meeting