Minutes - 11/3/2026
November 3, 2026
MET IN REGULAR SESSION
The Board of Supervisors met in regular session at 10:00 A.M. All members present. Chairman Shea presiding.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Chairman read the Public Comment Policy statement.
1. CONSENT AGENDA
After discussion was held by the Board, a Motion was made by Wichman, and second by Miller, to approve:
A.October 27, 2026, Minutes as read.
B.Communications – Employment of Mikayla Bowman as a Telecommunicator I.
C.Human Resources – Employment of Brenda Norton as an Interim Human Resource Director.
UNANIMOUS VOTE. Motion Carried.
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
No Public Comments.
3. SCHEDULED SESSIONS
Motion by Jones, second by Jorgensen, to approve Application for Use of Pottawattamie County Grounds for the National Adoption Day Celebration on Saturday, November 21, 2026.
UNANIMOUS VOTE. Motion Carried.
Motion made by Miller, second by Jones, to approve and sign Proclamation designating November 21st, 2026, as National Adoption Day.
National Adoption Day – November 21, 2026
WHEREAS: Pottawattamie County recognizes the importance of providing children with permanent, safe, and loving families through adoption; and
WHEREAS: More than 100,000 children in the United States foster care system are waiting to be adopted, including more than 880 children across the State of Iowa; and
WHEREAS: Within Iowa’s Fourth Judicial District, which includes nine counties in Southwest Iowa, approximately 50 children are currently waiting to find their permanent families; and
WHEREAS: To help these children find nurturing and lasting homes, the Fourth Judicial District of Iowa will open the doors of the Pottawattamie County Courthouse on Saturday, November 21, 2026, to finalize local adoptions and celebrate families who have opened their hearts and homes to children in need; and
WHEREAS: This celebration, along with similar events across the country, brings together judges, social workers, community partners, and volunteers, all dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow up in a stable, supportive, and loving family; and
WHEREAS: Pottawattamie County extends its gratitude to foster and adoptive parents, families, and professionals who dedicate their time, compassion, and resources to improving the lives of children in our community;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Pottawattamie County Board of Supervisors does hereby proclaim Saturday, November 21, 2026, as National Adoption Day in Pottawattamie County, and encourages residents to join in recognizing the importance of foster care adoption and supporting families who make adoption possible.
Dated this 3rd Day of November, 2026.
Attest: _______________________________________________
Mary Ann Hanusa, County Auditor, Pottawattamie County, Iowa
Roll Call Vote: AYES: Shea, Wichman, Miller, Jorgensen, Jones. Motion Carried.
Employee Recognition Presentation of 2026 3rd quarter employee winners.
Service and Accountability – Abbie Ashcraft, Community Services
Ethics and Integrity – Sgt. Jim Doty, Sheriff’s Office
Job Knowledge and Skill – Kelly Fischer, Auditor’s Office
Professionalism – Shawna Hedegaard, Secondary Roads
Self – Management – Rikayla Champlin/Sheriff’s Office, Felica Luczek/Medical Examiner, Kathie Kallas/Recorder, and Veronica Burson/Communications.
Discussion only. No Action Taken.
Motion by Wichman, second by Miller, to approve and authorize Board Chairman to sign Medical Examiner Dr. Elliott’s contract renewal to expire on December 31, 2028.
UNANIMOUS VOTE. Motion Carried.
Motion by Miller, second by Jorgensen, to approve and authorize the Board to sign Resolution No. 62-2026 approving the Iowa Waste Systems Association 2027 Solid Wast Comprehensive Plan Update.
Resolution 62-2026 Approving the Iowa Waste Services Planning Area
2027 Solid Waste Comprehensive Plan Update
WHEREAS, section 455B.302 of the Code of Iowa requires every city and county of this state to provide for the establishment and operation of a comprehensive solid waste reduction program consistent with the waste management hierarchy under section 455B.301A, and a sanitary disposal project for final disposal of solid waste by its residents; and
WHEREAS, section 455B.306(1) of the Code of Iowa requires that all cities and counties file with the director of the department of natural resources a comprehensive plan detailing the method by which the city or county will comply with the requirements of section 455B.302 to establish and implement a comprehensive solid waste reduction program for its residents; and
WHEREAS, a comprehensive plan, as described in section 455B.306 of the Code of Iowa has been prepared at the direction of and in participation with the Iowa Waste Services Planning Area by SCS Engineers, and dated September 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Iowa Waste Services Planning Area has determined that the adoption and implementation of the proposed comprehensive plan is in the best interest of the Iowa Waste Services Planning Area with respect to satisfying statutory duties.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE County of Pottawattamie County that the proposed comprehensive plan is hereby adopted as the comprehensive solid waste reduction plan of the Iowa Waste Services Planning Area.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the County of Pottawattamie County shall implement and participate in the programs set forth in the comprehensive plan.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the comprehensive plan shall be submitted to the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, on behalf of the County of Pottawattamie County in satisfaction of section 455B.306(1) of the Code of Iowa.
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ATTEST: ____________________________________________
Mary Ann Hanusa, County Auditor
Roll Call Vote: AYES: Shea, Wichman, Miller, Jorgensen, Jones. Motion Carried.
4. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
- Update from Board members on Committee meetings from the past week.
5. RECEIVED/FILED
- Salary Action(s):
- Crescent Ski Hill – Employment of Hudson Lerch and Kai Sonderland, Drake Arterburn, Beran Stroup, and Layla Weilage as Chair Lift Attendants.
- Crescent Ski Hill – Employment of Lexi Van Riper and Avery Harding as a Hospitality and Guest Services.
- Crescent Ski Hill – Employment of Mason Poderys, Alaric Krager, Riley Hughes, Jaedyn Van Scoyk, Logan Hollins, Elli Roane, Rowan Patomson, Ryan McColloch, Carter Schorsch, Kimberly Starkovich, Makayla McColloch, Ella Osborne, Judah Osborne, Ainsley Roberts, Chase Roberts, Ellasyn Rodenburg, Adam Tanner, and Kyler Witt as a Rental Shop Team Members.
- Crescent Ski Hill – Employment of Riley Schermerhorn, and Gregg Bailey as a Snowcat Operators.
- Crescent Ski Hill – Employment of Michael Skiles and Luke Handley as a Snowmaking Team Member.
- Crescent Ski Hill – Employment of Matthew Blair as a Ski/Snowboard Instructor.
- Crescent Ski Hill – Employment of Caleb Doss as a Chair Lift Operator.
- Secondary Roads – Payroll status change for Mitch Rollins.
6. ADJOURN
Motion by Jorgensen, second by Jones, to adjourn meeting.
UNANIMOUS VOTE. Motion Carried.
THE BOARD ADJOURNED SUBJECT TO CALL AT 10:37 A M.
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Brian Shea, Chairman
ATTEST: _____________________________________________
Kelly Fischer, Payroll and Benefits Manager, Auditor’s Office
APPROVED: November 10, 2026
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