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County leaders call childcare shortage a barrier to workforce retention in Trempealeau County
Summary
County supervisors and Health and Human Services staff described a shortage of licensed childcare slots across the county and urged state lawmakers to consider funding and subsidy reforms to stabilize providers and increase availability.
County Supervisor Renee Lyons and Health and Human Services officials told visiting legislators that Trempealeau County lacks sufficient licensed childcare and that the shortage affects employers, health systems and families.
"We all understand, the tremendous need for adequate and affordable childcare in Wisconsin," said Renee Lyons, Trempealeau County Board Supervisor. Lyons cited reporting that "childcare is in…
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