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Government Type

Special Service District

Entity

Wasatch Behavioral Health Services Special Service District

Public Body

Wasatch Behavioral Health Services Special Service District Board

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Notice Title

Wasatch Behavioral Health Authority Board Meeting Minutes March 24, 2026

Notice Tags

Mental Health, Substance Abuse

Notice Type(s)

Meeting

Event Start Date & Time

March 24, 2026 09:00 AM

Event End Date & Time

March 24, 2026 09:48 AM

Event Deadline Date & Time

03/24/26 09:48 AM

Description/Agenda

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE GOVERNING BODY OF WASATCH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING SCHEDULED FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 24, 2026, AT 9:00 A.M. WITH THE ANCHOR LOCATION FOR SAID MEETING TO BE LOCATED AT: WASATCH BEHAVIORAL HEALTH WESTPARK BUILDING 750 NORTH FREEDOM BLVD., SUITE 300 PROVO, UTAH 84601 WHEN NECESSARY, BOARD MEMBERS MAY PARTICIPATE ELECTRONICALLY WITH THE ANCHOR LOCATION AS STATED ABOVE GOVERNING AUTHORITY Commissioner Skyler Beltran BOARD PRESENT: Commissioner Brandon Gordon Commissioner Amelia Powers Gardner WASATCH BEHAVIORAL Randy Huntington, CEO HEALTH STAFF PRESENT: Bret Linton, CXO Brian Butler, COO Doralia Serrano, CFO Elizabeth Feil, Division Director Scott Taylor, Division Director Amy Buehler, Division Director Jennie Reese, Authority Board Secretary ALSO PRESENT: Brittany Thorley, Deputy County Attorney CONSENT AGENDA Approval of the Minutes for January 27, 2026, Governing Body of Wasatch Behavioral Health Special Service District Authority Board Meeting. MOTION: Motion to approve the minutes made by Commissioner Gordon and seconded by Commissioner Powers Gardner. Motion Passed 3-0 REGULAR AGENDA 1. Approve and Authorize Change of Meeting from May 19, 2026, to May 18, 2026. MOTION: Motion to approve the minutes made by Commissioner Powers Gardner and seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Motion Passed 3-0 2. Approve and Authorize the Signing of an Agreement with Catalpa Counseling, PLLC. 3. Approve and Authorize the Signing of an Agreement with Lake Mountain Counseling. 4. Approve and Authorize the Signing of an Agreement with Macedone Counseling. 5. Approve and Authorize the Signing of an Agreement with Moonlit, PLLC. MOTION: Motion to approve agenda items #2- #5 made by Commissioner Powers Gardner and seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Motion Passed 3-0 6. Approve and Authorize the Signing of an Agreement with Levo, LLC. MOTION: Motion to approve agenda item #6 made by Commissioner Powers Gardner and seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Motion Passed 3-0 7. Approve and Authorize the Housing Manager to sign Residential Lease Agreements on behalf of Wasatch Behavioral Health Special Service District. MOTION: Motion to continue agenda item #7 made by Commissioner Powers Gardner and seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Motion Passed 3-0 8. Approve the Financial Report for December 2025 and January 2026. MOTION: Motion to approve agenda item #8 made by Commissioner Powers Gardner and seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Motion Passed 3-0 9. Approve the Expenditure Report for December 2025 and January 2026. MOTION: Motion to approve agenda item #9 made by Commissioner Gordon and seconded by Commissioner Powers Gardner. Motion Passed 3-0 10. Directors' Briefing/QUAPI Report a. General Agency: Randy reported that the legislative session concluded with more favorable outcomes than initially anticipated and that coordination and advocacy with legislators were effective, leaving the organization well-positioned. Randy expressed appreciation to Commissioner Beltran for his participation in the legislative process and for advocating for the needs and people of Utah County. An update was provided on the American Fork facility, where a favorable three-year lease was negotiated ahead of the June 30 expiration; while the agency remains interested in purchasing the property if it becomes available, ownership is not prepared to sell at this time. Finally, preliminary planning is underway for potential development on the Eagle Mountain property, with an architect engaged to explore phased development, possible co-location partnerships, and an estimated 18-month to two-year timeline, with retained earnings being considered as a funding source. b. Clinical and Community Services Division: Elizabeth shared results from the Clubhouse annual satisfaction survey, noting strong member engagement and perceived benefit. Survey responses indicate that most members would attend Clubhouse voluntarily, report reduced use of inpatient mental health services, feel needed, and have developed meaningful social connections, with only minimal negative responses. Qualitative feedback highlighted Clubhouse as a place of belonging, peer support, and skill development, with members reporting improved well-being and quality of life. While acknowledging occasional interpersonal challenges typical of group settings, Elizabeth emphasized that overall feedback demonstrates the program's significant positive impact on members' lives. c. Crisis and Intensive Services Division: Scott shared recent client and family feedback highlighting the impact of agency services across programs. One success story described a client who entered the Receiving Center while experiencing homelessness and legal involvement and, through coordinated support across programs, has since completed mental health court, engaged in treatment, secured stable housing, and achieved sobriety, identifying the Receiving Center as a turning point. Additional feedback from Vantage Point included positive public reviews and family messages expressing gratitude for lifesaving care, compassionate staff, and non-judgmental support during crises. Scott noted that this feedback reflects the value of coordinated services and the dedication of staff, including recognition from community members who expressed appreciation through a donation to the program. d. Substance Use Disorder Division: Amy provided several updates highlighting positive treatment outcomes and service utilization. Recent fentanyl testing among individuals actively engaged in treatment showed a low positivity rate, indicating strong engagement and reduced ongoing fentanyl use. The state has partially reinstated PATR funding, expanding eligibility to individuals on probation, with referrals now initiated directly by probation officers; early implementation has already resulted in new client engagement. The COR team reported high medication adherence and a full active caseload, while the WATCH team continues to provide integrated mental health and substance use services through homeless outreach, including support at warming centers and assistance to pregnant individuals and families. Amy also shared a client recovery milestone, noting a recent graduation from drug court and expressions of gratitude that reflect the cumulative impact of coordinated services across programs. MOTION: Motion to strike agenda items #11, #12, and #13 made by Commissioner Gordon and seconded by Commissioner Powers Gardner. Motion Passed 3-0 11. Approve and set a date, time, and location for a Closed Meeting to discuss the character, professional competence, or physical or mental health of an individual or individuals for today's date, at this location, following the completion of the Regular Agenda. (If this item is not moved to the Consent Agenda, announce the vote of each board member.) 12. Approve and set a date, time, and location for a Closed Meeting for a strategy session to discuss the purchase, exchange, or lease of real property, water rights, or water shares, for today's date, at this location, following the completion of the Regular Agenda. (If this item is not moved to the Consent Agenda, announce the vote of each board member.) 13. Approve and set a date, time, and location for a Closed Meeting for a strategy session to discuss the sale of real property, water rights, or water shares, previously publicly noticed for sale for today's date, at this location, following the completion of the Regular Agenda. (If this item is not moved to the Consent Agenda, announce the vote of each board member.) 14. Approve and set a date, time, and location for a Closed Meeting for a strategy session to discuss pending or reasonably imminent litigation for today's date, at this location, following the completion of the Regular Agenda. (If this item is not moved to the Consent Agenda, announce the vote of each board member.) MOTION: Motion to approve agenda item #14 made by Commissioner Gordon and seconded by Commissioner Powers Gardner. Motion Passed 3-0 PUBLIC COMMENTS No public comments. MOTION: Motion to adjourn the meeting at 9:48 a.m. made by Commissioner Powers Gardner and seconded by Commissioner Gordon. Motion Passed 3-0

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Meeting Information

Meeting Location

750 North Freedom Blvd
Suite 300
Provo, UT 84601
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Jennie Reese

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jreese@wasatch.org

Notice Posting Details

Notice Posted On

May 15, 2026 09:00 AM

Notice Last Edited On

May 15, 2026 09:00 AM

Deadline Date

March 24, 2026 09:48 AM

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