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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-14-2021 Council on Aging and Disabilities Minutes MEETING MINUTES COUNCIL ON AGING AND DISABILITIES May 14, 2021 8:30 AM St. Croix County Services Center - Rm 171 & 172 St. Croix County Service Center - 1752 Dorset Lane, New Richmond, Wisconsin CALL TO ORDER ROLL CALL Attendee Name Organization Title Status Arrived Cathy Leaf St. Croix County Supervisor Present Bob Feidler St. Croix County Supervisor Present Dave Ostness St. Croix County Supervisor Present Maureen Brunner St. Croix County Council Member Present Natalie Rivard St. Croix County Council Member Late 8:37 AM Bonnie Richert St. Croix County Council Member Present Nancy Hable St. Croix County Council Member Present Nancy E. Meyer St. Croix County Council Member Present Lois Burri St. Croix County Council Member Present Roxanne M. Wakeen St. Croix County Council Member Present Martha Mabis St. Croix County Council Member Present Others presents remotely were Adam Kastonek, St. Croix County Public Information Officer; Elizabeth Klasen, St. Croix County Public Health Epidemiologist; Fay Strenke, Health and Human Services Fiscal Manager; Kyle Kleist, Center for Independent Living Executive Director; Amy Roemhild, ADRC Community Services Coordinator. Others present in person were Brad Beckman, ADRC Administrator; Bob Rohert, HHS Director; Honorable Judge Needham, St. Croix County Circuit Court APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Council on Aging and Disabilities Regular Meeting April 9, 2021 8:30 AM COAD Chair Ostness asked if there were any corrections, additions, or deletions to the minutes. Chair Ostness approved the minutes as written. RESULT: ACCEPTED PUBLIC COMMENT COAD Chair Ostness opened the floor for public comment. Seeing none he proceeded with the meeting. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. Aging and Disability Resource Center Financial Reports HHS Fiscal Manager Strenke reviewed the April 2021 Financial Report. Strenke stated that the amounts are in line. RESULT: DISCUSSED 2. St. Croix County Circuit Judge Needham Presentation Honorable Judge Scott Needham introduced himself and reviewed the process of the court system. He provided the Council with information regarding what the court system has seen regarding the elderly and those that are otherwise abled individuals. He spoke about guardianships and power of attorney cases that are processed within the court system. The courts have seen civil cases where restraining orders are put in place on the behalf of a vulnerable adult. He spoke about some common cases that he has seen come through the courts - theft of property, theft of medications, abuse by family or caregiver and scams on the elderly and vulnerable. Discussion followed. RESULT: DISCUSSED 3. Presentation by Western Wisconsin Center for Independent Living Center Kyle Kleist, Executive Director for Center for Independent Living for Western Wisconsin (CILWW), introduced himself and the programs offered through CILWW. Currently, the New Freedom Transportation program is providing trips for medical and nutrition. During normal times, the program offers rides to assist folks with remaining active within their community. The relationship between CILWW and the ADRC is unique, there a many referrals back and forth between the agencies. CILWW provides a variety program to help folks remain in their own homes through independent living skills and adaptive equipment. Discussion followed. RESULT: DISCUSSED 4. COVID-19 Presentation Public Health Epidemiologist, Elizabeth Klasen, presented information to the Council regarding current numbers and vaccination amounts. Discussion followed. RESULT: DISCUSSED 5. St. Croix County Pubic Information Officer Presentation Adam Kastonek, St. Croix County Public Information Officer, introduced himself to the Council. In his position with the County, he helps communicate services and message of programming to the community. He mentioned the County's current goals - be helpful; simple, concise and accurate. RESULT: DISCUSSED REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Beckman mentioned to have Economic Support present how they work with ADRC. The 2020 Health and Human Services annual report will be presented at the next meeting. ANNOUNCEMENTS & CORRESPONDENCE Chair Ostness thanked Council member Rivard for her time on the Council. Beckman informed the Council the 2022-2024 Aging Unit plan is in process and the team is working hard to get the goals together. He also mentioned there is a current vacancy in the ADRC for an Elder Benefit Specialist. Beckman reported that Advocacy Day was held last week and went well. Ostness mentioned having a future training on advocacy with the Council. Amy Roemhild, ADRC Community Services Coordinator, provided an update on the AARP Tax Assistance Program. HHS Director Rohert announced the departure of Julie Krings, Children's Services Administrator. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned at 10:10 am DATE OF NEXT MEETING The date of the next meeting will be Friday, June 11, 2021 at the St. Croix County Services Center.