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Tricco Services requests continued county funding, cites staffing and repair costs
Summary
Kathy Hay of Tricco Services asked the Linn County commissioners to continue last year’s county funding and outlined the nonprofit’s services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in three counties, noting staffing shortages, elevated costs and facility repairs.
Kathy Hay of Tricco Services addressed the board to request continued county funding at the same level as last year and to describe the organization’s role in the community.
Hay said Tricco provides services across Miami, Linn and Anderson counties, operating group homes, supported employment and day services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. She said higher costs for insurance, wages, fuel and storm repairs have strained the organization’s budget and that staffing shortages have increased overtime and operating costs.
Commissioners referenced last year’s county contribution and discussed prior amounts; one commissioner recalled the county provided $49,385 in the prior year and noted that Tricco had requested $59,000. No board decision on new funding was made at the meeting; commissioners thanked Hay and asked staff and commissioners to follow up as needed.
Why it matters: Tricco provides residential and community‑based supports for residents with disabilities; county funding can affect local capacity for those services. Tricco asked for continued support but the board did not make a fiscal commitment during this meeting.
Next steps: The board will consider Tricco’s request in its budget process or at a future meeting. Tricco offered facility tours and additional information to commissioners.
