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NOTICE !

To Grant County Citizens

Unified Community Services of Grant & Iowa Counties

Grant County Department of Social Services

WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING

                        When:     Monday, July 7th

                        Time:       5:00pm

Where:   Community Services Bldg.                                                                                     Lobby Conference Room        

                                  8820 Hwy. 35/61 South

                                        Lancaster, WI  53813

                                                      OR

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88250643355?pwd=G1vWgtfSafOiqCkPOrFSqPTldBJ7da.1

Meeting ID: 882 5064 3355

Passcode: 023947

• +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

Topic:    2026 budgets & programs for the above departments

Programs and services to be addressed: Abused and neglected children and adults, community mental health, developmental disabilities, alcoholism and drug abuse services, juvenile delinquents, elderly, children and families, and the Alzheimer’s Program.

This is your opportunity to express concerns, expectations, and proposals of services and programs for Grant County.  Federal programs are NOT subject for discussion; examples are Food Stamps, General Relief, Fuel Assistance, and Medical Assistance.

Written comments must be received by August 31, 2025.  Please send to:

Grant County Department of Social Services OR Unified Community Services

                          ATTN: LeaAnne Smith                            ATTN:  Holly Knapp

                                  PO BOX 447                                          200 W Alona LN

                           Lancaster WI  53813                                Lancaster, WI 53813

For further information, call:

LeaAnne Smith

(608) 723-2136, Ext. 1141

The building is handicapped accessible.

Notice

TO ALL INTERESTED GRANT COUNTY CITIZENS

Your help is needed to develop the 2026 programs and plans for the Grant County Department of Social Services, Unified Community Service of Grant and Iowa Counties.

Public Hearing

A public hearing will be held on Monday, July 7^th at 5:00pm Via Zoom and at the Community Service Building, 8820 Hwy 35/61 South, Lancaster, Wisconsin.  If you are unable to attend this hearing, please complete the following questionnaire or send your personal letter to Grant County Department of Social Services, ATTN: LeaAnne Smith, PO Box 447, Lancaster WI 53813 or ATTN: Holly Knapp, 200 W Alona LN, Lancaster, WI 53813 by August 31, 2025.

This questionnaire and the hearing do not apply to financial assistance programs administered by the Department of Social Services.

Questionnaire

The following groups of citizens receive services from Unified Community Services, Department of Social Services. For each group, please check  if you believe that the current level of services to the following target groups should remain about the same, be increased, or be decreased.

If you check “increase” or “decrease,” please specify which services and/or give examples under that group.

1. Abused or neglected children:            same          increase         decrease

Comments:

• Mental Health:                                   same         increase         decrease

Comments:

• Delinquents:                                      same          increase         decrease

Comments:

4.  Substance use treatment:                  same          increase         decrease

     Comments:

5.  Victims of Domestic abuse:                same          increase         decrease

     Comments:

6. Developmental Disabilities:                  same          increase         decrease

     (Examples: Autism, cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, or other neurological condition.

     Comments:

7.  Unmarried Parents:                           same         increase         decrease               

      Comments:

• Elderly:                                             same          increase         decrease

     Comments:

9.  Physically Disabled:                           same          increase         decrease

     Comments:

10.  Children and Families:                      same          increase         decrease

       Comments:

11.   Transportation:                                same          increase         decrease

        Comments:

Additional Comments:

In the past year, have you or your immediate family received services from:

Unified Community Services                   Yes       No

Department of Social Services                Yes       No

Please comment on the services received:

Thank you for your help. Sign your name if you wish:______________________________

PLEASE FOLD AND MAIL TO ADDRESS BELOW

Grant County Department of Social Services OR Unified Community Services

                                        ATTN: LeaAnne Smith    ATTN: Holly Knapp

                                                PO BOX 447                  200 W Alona LN

                                          Lancaster WI  53813         Lancaster, WI 53813

Learn how VA can help you prioritize your mental health so you can be the best version of yourself. Do it for yourself, do it for your health. Learn more about resources for Veteran at VA: Mentalhealth.va.gov/mental-health-recovery/index.asp

Grant County Historical Museum FREE ADMISSION on Saturday, April 26th, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

135 E Maple Street, Lancaster, WI 53813

This is worth celebrating! The week of April 21-26, 2025 is designated “Sonny Days in Lancaster.” It will be a week full of giving back, paying it forward, and spreading some sunshine throughout the community in honor of Sonny Tiedemann and his family.

Charles “Sonny” Tiedemann was a disabled boy, born to Charlie and Iva Tiedemann in 1914. Sonny got his nickname because of his sunny disposition, despite his disabilities. Charlie was the baker at the Purity Bakery here in Lancaster from 1916-1946. Sonny’s parents had a special car built for Sonny that allowed him to pedal short distances on sidewalks and interact with people.

Long story short, because the people of Lancaster were so nice to Sonny, his family left part of their estate, $4.33 million, to the Lancaster Community Fund in 2014. The people of Lancaster have benefited greatly from this generous donation and will continue to do so far into the future. Join us at the museum on Saturday, April 26th to see Sonny’s peddle car and celebrate!

Watch this 4 minute video to learn more about addiction and how it is a physiological disease.

https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/how-an-addicted-brain-works

Triple P is often mentioned in research as a good program. They are offering it for free, and it’s virtual! This is a great opportunity, as it is expensive to implement programs like this. Click on explore our upcoming classes for more information.

https://parenting.extension.wisc.edu/

Grant County Thanks Our Snowplow Heroes!

Today, December 2, 2024, we honor the incredible dedication of our snowplow drivers, who work tirelessly to help keep 2,128 miles of state, county, and local roadways clear and safe each winter, even in the harshest weather. These unsung heroes sacrifice time with their families to ensure we can get to work, school, medical appointments, and beyond.

Let’s show gratitude by driving cautiously, slowing down, and giving them the necessary space to do their vital work. Together, we can stay safe this winter. Thank you, snowplow drivers, for keeping our community moving!

#WinterHeroes#thankyousnowplowdrivers#saferoads

Proud to have been a part of Operation Greenlight in support of Iowa and Grant County Veterans and their families!

Learn more here.