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Pine County Health & Human Services staff honored with state MSSA awards

Pine County Board of Commissioners · January 21, 2025
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Summary

Pine County recognized two Health & Human Services employees — Pat (outstanding supervisor) and Lisa Stoffel (excellence in direct service) — for state‑level Minnesota Social Services Association awards.

County Health & Human Services staff presented state Minnesota Social Services Association awards to two Pine County employees in a ceremony during the board meeting.

Director Becky Fossum introduced Pat, recognized as an outstanding supervisor after nearly seven years with Pine County, and Barbara Schmidt highlighted Lisa Stoffel’s work running a weekly drop‑in center and in‑home support for residents living with mental illness. "She organizes... mental health awareness events and even paid for supplies out of her own pocket," Schmidt said in praising Lisa’s community work. The board commended the award winners.