(Red Oak, IA) – The Board of Supervisors in Montgomery County met this (Tuesday) morning, during their regular weekly session at the courthouse, in Red Oak. During the meeting, they heard a Quarterly report from Richard Mullen of Resilient Recovery Counseling, a Villisca-based recovery treatment approach.

Here’s a bit of what he said to say, with regard to their Integrated Resource Recovery Teams (IRRT) services.

Mullen said the team approach is designed to help anyone whose life has been impacted by a substance abuse or opioid disorder.

The services often feature clinical therapy, vocational training, peer support, and family involvement to help individuals gain stability and purpose. In her report to the Board, Montgomery County Engineer Karen Albert presented a resolution for the board to approve, awarding the construction of a Low Water Crossing on 210th Street, to Nelson & Rock Contracting.

Montgomery County Supervisor’s meeting, 1-27-26 (Zoom image)

Supervisor Mark Peterson reads from a portion of the resolution that was approved by the Board….

Karen Albert said the late start date for the project is April 1st. Albert also gave the Board a very brief, weekly report on Secondary Roads Department maintenance and activities.

Under New Business on their agenda, the Montgomery County Board of Supervisors discussed and them approved changes to the County Personnel Handbook. County Auditor Jill Ozuna…