The Stearns County Child Care Plan has been completed and ooficials are looking for the public’s input. The Childcare Assistance Program helps families with the cost of child care and parents can enroll in a 2-year or 4-year post secondary school program to participate in the Child Care Assistance Program. The Minnesota Department of Human Services is designated under Minnesota Statutes giving counties limited discretion to establish local policies and procedures. The Stearns County Child Care Plan outlines the local policies and procedures which can be found on their website. Public comment is sought for Section 2: Eligibility and Section 7: Other County Responsibilities.