Peoria Standard

Peoria County Board of Health met June 19.

Here is the minutes provided by the Board:

MEMBERS PRESENT: Ms. Groves-Allison Dr. Trachtenbarg, Dr. Na’Allah Ms. Simpson, Dr. Anderson Rev. Duren, Dr. Armmer Ms. Harant, Mr. Baker Dr. Hippler, Ms. Williams

MEMBERS ABSENT: None

STAFF PRESENT: Nora Sullivan, Interim Public Health Administrator, Brian Gulley, Director of Finance, Melissa Hall Adamson, Director of Community Health Policy & Planning/Assistant Administrator, Dr. Susan Bishop, Director of Dental, Michelle McCormick, Child & Family Health Coordinator, Monica Hendrickson, Epidemiologist, Nicole Ingold, Director of Strategic Performance, Kristin Grubb, Compliance Coordinator

OTHERS PRESENT: Joe Powers, UIC Dental Student

Item 1 – Call to Order

Meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by Ms. Groves-Allison.

Item 2 – Pledge of Allegiance

Item 3 – Comments from the Public

There were no comments from the public.

Item 4 – President’s Comments

Ms. Groves-Allison stated that she and at least one other Board member will not be available for the July 17, 2017 meeting. After some discussion, the Board reached consensus to move the meeting to July 24, 2017.

Ms. Groves-Allison asked Board members to keep discussion on point in order to get through the agenda in a timely manner.

Item 5 – Consent Agenda Items

A motion was made by Dr. Trachtenbarg to approve the consent agenda items. Motion was seconded by Mr. Baker. Motion carried (11, 0).

Item 6 – Financial Reports

In the next item of business, Mr. Gulley summarized the Financial Services Report for period #5 of FY2017. Mr. Gulley stated that spending is slightly less than expected. He added that the audit went well; however, there could be an issue with income verification in one of the WIC charts that was reviewed. A motion to approve the Financial Services Report was made by Ms. Simpson. Motion was seconded by Dr. Anderson. Motion carried (11, 0).

Item 7 – Committee Reports

Ms. Simpson stated that the Building & Grounds Committee meet on June 5th. During that meeting, an update was given on the community room, the sprinkler system repair, building signage and repainted letters at the main entrance, and security glass for Switchboard. Ms. Simpson stated that the community room work is coming in at the budgeted amount and the estimated completion date is August.

Ms. Sullivan stated that the Finance & Personnel Committee is meeting on June 20th and the Strategic Planning Committee is meeting on July 10th.

Item 8 – Administrator Comments

Ms. Sullivan thanked the Board for participation in the committee structure.

Ms. Sullivan stated that she and Ms. Adamson met with Dr. Rusch and Dr. Elsa VazquezMelendez at UICOMP regarding collaboration on population health issues and determinants of health.

Ms. Sullivan stated that labor negotiations are ongoing.

Ms. Sullivan showed Board members before and after photos of new signage and building improvements that have been made (images attached).

Ms. Sullivan stated that a landscape designer will be providing suggestions and staff will plant items purchased by the agency.

Item 9 – Old Business

Ms. Sullivan reviewed the tracking log, stating some items are on hold. The signed agreement has been sent to UIC SPH; however, a fully executed agreement has not been received.

Regarding schools checking water fountains for lead, Ms. Sullivan stated that rules have not been developed by the State. Ms. Sullivan stated that she, Ms. Hendrickson, and Mr. Gulley met with Dr. Stoner at Heartland regarding collaboration to possibly have a nurse practitioner at PCCHD. Cost information is being obtained regarding Kaizen. Ms. Sullivan stated that program narratives are being completed and Mr. Hayes will include cost and fee information in that information for Environmental Health.

Ms. Sullivan stated that the Board previously discussed developing a position statement on the

Affordable Care Act. She distributed a letter developed primarily by the Public Health Administrators group to be sent to all area elected officials as well as the Journal Star.

Information specific to Peoria County was added to the letter. The letter was discussed, with several members stating they would like more time to review it. It was suggested that evidence regarding the specific data in the letter be provided to the Board members and that the statement reflect what is important to the Board of Health. Ms. Sullivan will rework the letter with assistance from Rev. Duren, Ms. Harant, and Dr. Anderson. The letter will then be provided to all Board members for review.

Item 10 – New Business

In the first item of business, Ms. Adamson gave a presentation on Health Equity & Health in

All Policies (PPT attached). There was discussion regarding how involved the Health Department is in local advocacy. Ms. Adamson stated that conversations are happening and efforts are building to present information to the Peoria City Council and Peoria County Board.

She added that part of Strategic Planning Goal 5 is for Board of Health members to work with their networks regarding issues identified in the Community Health Improvement Plan.

Ms. Williams asked why a representative from the City of Peoria is not on the Board of Health.

Ms. Adamson stated that having someone from the City on the Board could be beneficial. Ms.

Sullivan stated that there is an opening on the Board of Health that needs to be filled.

In the next item of business, Ms. Hendrickson reviewed the 2016 Maternal Child Health Report. Ms. Williams asked that this information be presented at the July County Health Committee meeting.

In the next item of business, Ms. Sullivan informed the Board about an antibiotic shortage for treatment of syphilis. The injectable drug is normally given; however, due to its shortage, pills to being taken over a 14 day period are being given to all individuals who test positive for syphilis. The injectable drug is given only to pregnant women who test positive. It was suggested that hospital pharmacies be contacted regarding medication sharing and that clients be contacted regarding making sure they take their pills.

Item 11 – Executive Session

At 7:05 pm, a motion was made by Dr. Trachtenbarg to enter Executive Session for the purpose of discussing personnel matters. Motion was seconded by Dr. Hippler. Motion carried (11, 0).

At 8:09 pm, the Board returned to regular session.

A motion was made by Mr. Baker to approve the recommendation from the Search Committee regarding the Public Health Administrator position. Motion was seconded by Dr. Hippler. Motion carried (11, 0).

Being no further business, a motion was made by Dr. Trachtenbarg to adjourn the meeting.

Motion was seconded by Ms. Simpson. Motion carried (11, 0).

Meeting adjourned at 8:10 pm.

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