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CMH Authority proposal

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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.

Public comments (4)

ConcernedKaren ObitsJan 13, 2026

Asked the board to investigate the causes of CMH deficits and compare outcomes in other counties before scheduling hearings.

Board of Commissioners · 15:00 →
OpposedSheila DettloffJan 13, 2026

Contrasted past leadership promises to protect CMH employees with an employee survey showing fears about job security and service continuity.

Board of Commissioners · 18:37 →
OpposedBecky PatrickJan 13, 2026

Argued the conversion shifts rather than eliminates financial risk, citing Northern Lakes' $9 million deficit with no state help; urged analyzing deficit causes first.

Board of Commissioners · 24:33 →
ConcernedChris KleinjansJan 13, 2026

A former CMH board member who found the report county-focused rather than client-focused; asked for the timeline to be sent back for review and data.

Board of Commissioners · 27:30 →