HHS flags rising client expenses, legal fees tied to out-of-home placements
September 04, 2026 | Sawyer County, Wisconsin
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HHS leadership told the committee that client expenses are trending above budget because of residential placements and related legal costs. "You also see that our legal fees are $25,000, year to date," Julia said while reviewing fiscal recaps, noting legal time is driven by chapter 50/51 placements and other cases requiring legal action.
She said placements into secure detention and out-of-home residential care have increased and that staff intend to provide a later report showing counts, days and age breakdowns to help the committee understand fiscal exposure and where budget adjustments may be needed.
She said placements into secure detention and out-of-home residential care have increased and that staff intend to provide a later report showing counts, days and age breakdowns to help the committee understand fiscal exposure and where budget adjustments may be needed.
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