Committee notes appointments, phlebotomy training and staffing for behavioral health

Jan 8, 2026

Meeting announcements included committee substitution for Emplify Health, board appointment for Tom Bitters as Health and Human Services Board Representative, planned phlebotomy training for staff, that HHS employs two full-time therapists, and that CPS is seeing more alcohol- and mental health-related family challenges.

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Jaelyn Scanlan reported that Julie Bulin designated Carrie Ruepert as the committee member for Emplify Health due to a scheduling conflict. Richard Heath said the County Board approved 2026 committee appointments including Tom Bitters joining as the Health and Human Services Board Representative and that Abby Huntley will fill a vacancy as the substance abuse counselor.

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