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Board approves Avera Mental Health services agreement; one commissioner abstains

Big Stone County Board of Commissioners · July 7, 2026
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Summary

Big Stone County approved a Purchase of Service Agreement with Avera Mental Health for mental health holds and civil commitment beds; the motion carried with Commissioner Athey abstaining.

The board considered a Purchase of Service Agreement with Avera Mental Health for mental health holds and civil commitment bed services. Family Services Director Laura Laub presented the agreement and answered procedural questions.

Commissioner Radermacher moved to approve the agreement and Commissioner Klages seconded. The motion carried with Commissioners Klages, Radermacher, Chairman Zimmel and Thyne voting in favor and Commissioner Athey abstaining. No further detail about the terms or funding was provided in the meeting text.