Watonwan County staff warn state plan could shift services, reduce local control

Mar 18, 2026

Director Amy Pluym told the board the Governor’s 'Transform Human Services' proposal could move program administration to the state, reduce local control, and shift revenue-generating programs off county books while leaving counties with new unfunded responsibilities.

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Director Amy Pluym opened the board’s March 18 meeting with a budget and policy briefing that highlighted risks she said could follow the Governor’s 'Transform Human Services' proposal.

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