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Human Services The department has successfully brought on Emma Madland as the Human Services Administrative Specialist. She has already attended two different board meetings and is here at BOH for introductions. • Kasey Knutson hosted a DD networking event with local employers to increase community job carves. Committee Updates • 1/10th Advisory Committee o Awards were presented and the county is in contract negotiations with award recipients. 13 applicants, 8 awardees for a total of $2m. The following received awards: • Boys and Girls Club, Community Builders, Comprehensive Healthcare, HopeSource, KCFOA, KCRCO, Kittitas County Superior Court, Upper Kittitas County Senior Center • Public school districts receiving noncompetitive funding, all have opted in, total of $624,000 o The committee has vacant seats currently and will be recruiting for multiple seats in the new year. • Homelessness and Affordable Housing o The Affordable housing RFP for $250,000, specific to increasing the available inventory of affordable housing in Kittitas County through the acquisition, rehabilitation, and construction of affordable housing is open until January 24, 2025, at 5:OOpm. o The committee added one new committee member and have applicants for the other vacant seats. • DDAC o DDAC is just about to finalize the County Plan for Developmental Disabilities (also known as the biennial plan) so we can put forth to BOCC. This is an active group of individuals who have already completed some of the activities identified in the plan. • VAB o The Veterans Advisory Committee had a quarterly meeting. No new updates. Health Officer Update Dr. Mark Larson updated the board on the following: • Avian Influenza: Discussed the increase of disease in other states and testing for cows and raw milk. Washington does have a migratory bird issue and expects cases to increase in Washington State. • Pertussis: Noted that there was a positive case in Kittitas County and the department was working to mitigate spread. Dr. Larson discussed community risk, and the goals of the department are: o To reduce transmission o Keep kids in school o Regain trust of community The group discussed increases in RSV and Influenza I the community as well. Quarter 3 Finance Presentation Katie Odiaga reviewed the quarter 3 financial update: • Revenue: Budget vs. Actuals ■ Expenses Budget vs. Actuals No questions from the board. 2025 Budget Review Presentation I I