Circuit court staff brief supervisors; Kathy Kittle introduced as clerk‑elect

A court official updated the committee on several items: Saint Croix County will host a meeting of 28 district judges from 14 counties, a judge published reflections on jury‑trial feedback, and staff will attend training through the National Institute of Corrections.

The official said the county's adult treatment court is scheduled to end on Dec. 31 and that the TAD grant has been awarded; staff and the district attorney will meet to explore options or alternatives for the population previously served by the treatment court. The official also introduced Kathy Kittle, who won the August primary and is expected to be the clerk of court elect as of Nov. 3; judges and the district court administrator will assist with onboarding.

Lisa Plunkett, child support administrator, also spoke later in the meeting to recognize a departing staff member.