Policy Conference Recap From Polk County

Polk County Commissioner Joan Lee was recently involved with a large policy conference for the county and spoke with R&J News regarding several major topics brought up that will involve the county and its workers and residents.

Among the other topics brought up at the conference, was the need for increased efforts by the state and county in regards to mental health treatments for youth and children.

Lee was also presented with a prestigious honor as the 2026 Award Recipient for Outstanding Dedication to Local and Tribal Public Health.

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