BUDGET CHARTS:  High-level budget and program summaries are presented in this concise PowerPoint presentation. Director Palmer presented it during the governor's budget hearings in mid-December.

FINAL REDESIGN REPORT: Director Palmer calls on legislators to give quick approval to an overhaul of the state's system of delivering mental health and disability services. His final report underscores recommendations by several workgroups. 

WARREN COUNTY FIRE: Fire has destroyed the DHS office in Warren County. Employees are being temporarily housed elsewhere and officials are planning to resume regular functions. 

MOMENTUM FOR MH REDESIGN: A preliminary report outlines broad goals and recommendations for Iowa's mental health redesign. DHS Director Chuck Palmer says the report shows momentum is growing for sweeping changes. See also a news release.