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County officials report veterans‑services disruption after grant change; single PFAS reading found at fairground test well
Summary
County staff said a contractor abruptly ceased providing certain veterans services after state grant parameters changed; the board has used millage funds and is seeking temporary coverage while positions are posted.
County staff reported that a contractor providing veterans services ended that work with only four days' notice after state grant parameters changed in October, limiting allowable grant expenses to wages and benefits, training, office rent and IT equipment rather than contracted services.
Staff told the board they had convened an emergency special meeting and agreed to use millage funds to continue many services temporarily; the transcript records that the contractor was not renewed and the board is exploring next steps, including whether the Vet Center can send personnel and whether staff from neighboring counties could provide limited on‑site coverage.
Officials said two local staff members are currently available to help in the office: Phil Babcock (identified in the…
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