Health department previews $25,000 PEF plan and $99,152 Grow grant application

Jul 22, 2026

Health department staff presented a plan for a $25,000 Public Health Emergency Fund (PEF) and updated the council on a regional 'Grow' grant application asking Clinton County's share of $99,152 in year one to support chronic disease prevention, maternal access and nutrition projects.

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Health department representatives outlined a proposed plan for the $25,000 Public Health Emergency Fund (PEF), allocating roughly 50% to coordinator salaries (primary and backup), with the remainder for mobile clinic supplies, equipment maintenance and training. Staff said the PEF plan must be advertised and will be returned for final action next month.

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