Minutes - 6/2/2026

JUNE 2, 2026, TWENTY THIRD MEETING OF THE WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS  

The Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Board members present were Nelson, Dietrich, Bittinger II, and Ung; Carper was absent. Staff members present were Karen James, Board Administrative Assistant, Ryan Ericson, Budget and Finance Director, Melissa Thomas, HR Director, Joshua Widman, Assistant County Attorney, and Shona Campbell, Deputy Auditor/Clerk to the Board. 

The regular meeting was called to order with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and a Moment of Silence.  

Motion by Nelson second by Bittinger to approve the June 2, 2026, agenda. Carried 4-0. Copy filed.

Motion by Nelson second by Dietrich to approve the following items by consent with the removal of item 5d from the consent agenda:

To approve minutes of the May 26, 2026 meeting. Copy filed.
    
To approve the claims totaling $371,762.64. Copy filed.

To receive for signatures a Resolution Thanking and Commending Randi Campbell for her years of service with Woodbury County.

WOODBURY COUNTY, IOWA
RESOLUTION #14,047
A RESOLUTION THANKING AND COMMENDING
RANDI CAMPBELL
FOR HER SERVICE TO WOODBURY COUNTY

WHEREAS, Randi Campbell has capably served Woodbury County as an employee of the Woodbury County Sheriff s Office for 30 years from April 22, 1996, to June 5, 2026.

WHEREAS, the service given by Randi Campbell as a Woodbury County employee, has been characterized by her dedication to the best interests of the citizens of Woodbury County; and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF WOODBURY COUNTY, IOWA that the undersigned members of this Board thanks and commends Randi Campbell for her years of service to Woodbury County; and 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that it is the wish of all those signing below that the future hold only the best for this very deserving person, Randi Campbell

BE IT SO RESOLVED this 2nd day of June, 2026.

WOODBURY COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Copy filed.

To approve the appointment of Avery Myers, Emergency Operations Officer - AEMT, Emergency Services Dept., effective 06-03-2026, $25.45/hour. Job Vacancy Posted on 3/11/26. Entry Level Salary: $25.45/hr.; the appointment of Blas  Sanford, Summer Engineering Aide, Secondary Roads Dept., effective 06-03-2026, $19.50/hour.  Job Vacancy Posted on 2/25/26. Entry Level Salary: $19.50/hr.; and the separation of Sydney Engle, Clerk III, County Attorney Dept., effective 07-17-2026. Retired. Copy filed.

To approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign the Authorization to initiate the hiring process for Operations Officer   AEMT - PT, Emergency Services Dept.  Wage Plan: $25.45/hour.  Copy filed.

To approve and authorize the Chairperson to sign the request to Deauthorize County Position for Operations Officer   EMT   PT, Emergency Services Dept.  Copy filed.

Carried 4-0.

Motion by Nelson second by Dietrich to approve and authorize a .20 FTE certified EMT A position.  Carried 4-0. Copy filed.

Motion by Nelson second by Bittinger to approve Gallagher Benefit Services proposal Pharmacy Benefit Manager procurement and implementation support.  Carried 4-0.  Copy filed.

Reports on committee meetings were heard.

Rebecca Socknat addressed the board concerning employee health insurance benefits. Motion by Nelson second by Dietrich to receive document. Carried 4-0. Copy filed.

Siouxland District Health Director Kevin Grieme provided an update on the agreement with Ida County.  

EMS Director Drew Baier provided an update on emergency service calls.
    
Board concerns were heard.

The Board adjourned the regular meeting until June 9, 2026.

Meeting sign in sheet. Copy filed.