The Board of County Commissioners for Douglas County, Nebraska, convened on September 30, 2025, to address several key agenda items, including resolutions related to youth services and health programs.

The meeting began with a discussion on item D, which involved a resolution to approve an agreement between Douglas County and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services for detention services. Mark LaFleur from the Douglas County Youth Center provided insights into the importance of this agreement, noting that it ensures funding for youth who are not yet on probation but require services at the youth center. The total funding for this agreement amounts to $475,000, covering both the past fiscal year and the upcoming fiscal year.

Following this, the commissioners moved to item E, which focused on a memorandum of understanding with Boys Town National Research Hospital regarding participation in the 340B Drug Pricing Program. Diane Carlson, Deputy County Administrator, explained that this federal program allows eligible hospitals to provide discounted pharmaceuticals to underserved residents of Douglas County. The MOU reinforces Boys Town's commitment to serving these populations.

During the meeting, it was noted that item G, also related to the youth center, would be removed from the agenda and revisited in the following week. Public comment was invited, with one resident expressing support for the agreements discussed.

The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote of 7-0 in favor of the consent agenda, which included the resolutions for items D and E. The commissioners then proceeded to recognize October as Black Maternal Health Month, with Commissioner Rogers reading the proclamation.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the county's ongoing efforts to support youth services and healthcare access for vulnerable populations, with plans for further discussions in the coming weeks.