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Chippewa County approves HR manual revisions but reverses proposed military‑leave change after board debate
Summary
The Chippewa County Board approved a set of Human Resources Policy Manual revisions but after extended debate voted 15‑4 to restore the original military‑leave language (Section 9).
The Chippewa County Board approved a set of Human Resources Policy Manual revisions on Jan. 18 but reversed a proposed change to the military‑leave policy after several supervisors expressed concern about federal requirements and the potential financial and legal implications.
The board first approved the revised manual sections in a second reading with the exception of Section 9 (military leave), which members removed for separate consideration. After discussion, including a request from several supervisors for further review and outside confirmation, the board voted to restore the original language for Section 9; the motion to return Section 9 to the original wording passed 15‑4.
Context and content of debate
Tony Hoefelder, Human Resources Director, walked the board through staff recommendations and data on staffing, turnover and benefits. Hoefelder explained the county’s Health Reimbursement…
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