The Public Policy Committee plays a vital role in shaping and implementing the Coalition’s legislative and regulatory priorities. This dedicated committee develops policy recommendations for the Board of Directors and collaborates with both established and ad-hoc workgroups.

Working closely with the Coalition’s lobbying team, Iowa legislators, and other key stakeholders, the committee seeks to amplify the collective impact of member agencies’ services to children and families. Key initiatives include organizing the Legislative Breakfast and the Champions for Children’s Awards.

Public Policy Agendas & Minutes

Public Policy Committee Membership

• American Home Finding: Tracey Boxx-Vass
• Boys Town of Iowa: Pat Garcia
• CFI: Janice Lane-Schroeder
• Crittenton Center: Kim Scorza 
• Ellipsis: Chris Koepplin & Nikki Thomson
• Families First: Katie Henniges, Josh Pedretti, Angie Freiburger, Natalie Clapp, & Sarah Enke
• Family Access Center: Janelle Tomoson
• Four Oaks: Mary Beth O'Neill & Jen Royer
• Orchard Place: Anne Starr (Chair)
• Tanager Place: Jess Kelly 
• WYC:  Woodward Academy: Shawn Hollenkamp
• YSS: Andrew Allen, Terri Johanson & Samantha Marlatt

• Residential Workgroup
• Family Centered Workgroup 
• Behavioral Health System Workgroup 
• Juvenile Justice Workgroup