Bear River Health Department reports budget cuts, service changes and WIC improvements to Cache County Council

Apr 23, 2025

Bear River Health Department told the council an audited funding reduction will reduce staff and cut 'health strategy services'; the department paused hiring a dedicated behavioral health director and is coordinating with Bear River Mental Health to meet statutory obligations while reporting large increases in WIC access and outreach programs.

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Bear River Health Department (BRHD) officials presented their annual outcomes and told the Cache County Council recent funding reductions will reduce staff and eliminate a budget category called "health strategy services" for the coming year.

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