The committee of the whole reviewed accounts payable, payroll disbursements, and heard financial and investment reports. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the opioid settlement fund task force recommendations, including proposed budgets and administrative duties. Other topics included potential changes to meeting start times, the discontinuation of reading the consent agenda at future meetings, and board committee assignments. The committee reached consensus on several issues, including the investment of opioid settlement funds and adjustments to administrative processes.
In the regular meeting Commissioner Heppler updates the Board on the county fair and 4-H program, affirming the board’s support. Maddie Jordan Woods presented a grant opportunity for the Northside Cultural Business District, seeking a letter of support from the board. The board also confirmed the election of Commissioner Heppler as Vice Chair Pro Tem. A poignant moment occurred as Administrator Kevin Catlin addressed the board about the recent personal tragedy involving his sister, highlighting the issue of domestic violence. The board expressed solidarity and support for Catlin and his family.
