HomeMy WebLinkAboutSubstance Abuse 12-01-08 NOTICE OF MEETING AND AGENDA
ST. CROIX COUNTY SUBSTANCE ABUSE COMMITTEE
(fka Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Advisory Committee; also fka Meth Advisory Committee)
RESCHEDULED TO DECEMBER 1, 2008 - 3:00 P.M.
ST. CROIX COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER — ROOM 1281
1101 CARMICHAEL ROAD, HUDSON WI 54016
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING —
DATE OF NEXT MEETING: To Be Determined
OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
1. Reports
a. DOJ (Department of Justice) Grant
b. Youth Services Bureau
c. St. Croix Valley Restorative Justice
d. Drug Court
2. Meth and Alcohol Information Update
3. Brochure Update
4. Dates and Times of Future Meetings
ADJOURN
(Items may be taken in different order)
** Additions /Changes /Corrections
Items for County Board approval must be submitted to the County Clerk's
office by Wednesday morning preceding a County Board meeting.
11/26/2008 12:53 PM
Corrected and approved
ST. CROIX COUNTY SUBSTANCE ABUSE COMMITTEE
(lka Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Advisory Committee; also tka Meth Advisory Committee)
DECEMBER 1, 2008 — 3:00 P.M.
Minutes
ST. CROIX COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER — ROOM 1281
1101 CARMICHAEL ROAD, HUDSON WI 54016
Chair Esther Wentz called the meeting to order.
ROLL CALL
Tom Hennes, Sandy Fuller, Supervisor Esther Wentz, Ed Thurman, Steve Kirt, Board Chair
Roger Rebholz, Chuck Whiting, Eric Johnson, Doug Briggs, Dave McQuillen, Bonnie Scheel,
Supervisor Bill Crammer, Sheriff Dennis Hillstead, Joan Sprain and Guest: Corporation Counsel,
Greg Timmerman
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
Roger moved and Esther seconded the approval of the previous minutes.
OLD AND NEW BUSINESS
1.Reports
a. DOJ (Department of Justice) Grant
Doug gave a report on reporting procedures and paperwork. No problems agreeing to expectations.
Need someone to serve on search committee. Doug asked Esther if she would serve. May also invite
school district representative. Mike Huntley from YSB will be the supervisor. Should be no problem
with 10% cash match. Governor's Council may meet next fall in the county.
Corp. Counsel had reviewed a tentative contract and asked questions for clarification.
Esther moved and Bill seconded motion to approve contract following with a unanimous ballot.
Target hire date. Jan. 1. The finance committee will need to approve it.
b. Youth Services Bureau
No report
C. St. Croix Valley Restorative Justice
Rick reported that they meet in River Falls and it was discussed they also meeting in New Richmond.
d. Drug Court
Another graduation will be held on Wednesday Dec. 3, 2008 9:00 AM
2.Meth and Alcohol Information Update
Based on the last meeting the report from National Child Safety Council, they had sent pamphlets and
could help us and DOJ grant. Doug explained it was based on local law enforcement. Bill pointed out
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because there is a letter in the pamphlet we need to clarify if we are appealing for funding or supporting
an appeal for someone else. Need to decide before committing to the effort.
Steve reported on the Meth Initiative grant and contract with Joan Chamberlain. The state wants to
additional prevention work. This grant has funded SF 10 -14 in 3 school districts and other activities.
What ever additional work that will be done will need to be evidence - based. They met with Joan Sprain,
UWEX to look at ideas. They suggested forming a sub committee of this group. Sandy volunteered to
commit the new AODA person. Bonnie from the River Falls Partnership with Youth also volunteered.
Doug asked if anyone is part of needs assessment Community Health Improvement effort through
public health. He will keep us posted.
Rick passed out Stop Drug and Alcohol Abuse Poster Calendars. Haselden is co- sponsor of the awards
program this evening. This is the 18 year that they have done this.
3. Brochure Update
Esther reported that the committee has not met. They will meet before next meeting.
4.Open Door Rescue Mission
Progress has been made. Has a volunteer that will be writing a grant of $400,000 for building and
operations. Two general contractors and remodelers will coordinate /volunteers to remodel building
including Elliot Architects donation.
Tom also explained the Kwik Trip donation program. Gift cards are available for purchase. Kwik Trip
donates $4 to Open Door.
He has been promoting the mission at Hudson High School and will be working with a FACS (home ec)
class.
Other programs:
Steve Kirt reported on early efforts and movement forward by the youth committee for a drug court type
program for youth.
5.Dates and Times of Future Meetings: 3:00 PM January 28 next meeting
Meeting adjourned 4:11p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Joan Sprain