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Becker County approves $7‑per‑resident daily contribution for Sunnyside Care Center
Summary
The county board approved continuing a $7‑per‑day per resident contribution (roughly $22,000 county share, matched by the state) to Sunnyside Care Center’s Equitable Cost Sharing program for 2026 after the facility described staffing, census and new state payment rules.
Sunnyside Care Center executive director Ashley McNally updated the Becker County Board on nursing‑home operations and requested continuation of the county’s Equitable Cost Sharing Program contribution at $7 per resident per day for calendar year 2026.
Ashley said Sunnyside is a 30‑bed facility with a current census of 26 residents, about 78 employees and a state five‑star rating. She described recent changes in state payment and pass‑through rules and noted upcoming minimum wage increases for long‑term‑care positions that will take effect in January 2026 (presenter cited new minimums including $19/hour as a baseline and higher minima for CNAs and licensed nurses).
"We are asking that you guys consider giving us the $7 a day per resident again for the next 2026 calendar year," Ashley said, explaining the county pays roughly half (about $22,000) and the state matches that amount.
Commissioner Barry moved and Erica seconded the motion to approve the $7 per resident per day contribution. After brief budget questions from commissioners, the board approved the allocation by voice vote. Commissioners noted Sunnyside’s recent positive financial results and leadership as reasons to continue county support.
The motion passed by voice vote and the board directed staff to account for the payment in the upcoming budget process.
