August 14, 2003 &ndash 6:30pm

Minutes

Members Present
  • Mr. W. Boudreau
  • Mr. B. Charlier
  • Ms. B. Durell
  • Dr. R. Mann
  • Dr. G. Trapp
Members Absent
  • Ms. L. Faber
  • Dr. L. O’Connor
  • Dr. P. Reeder
  • Ms. R. Turner
Staff Present
  • Ms. B. Schaafsma
  • Ms. K. Marcotte
  • Ms. S. Stevenson

Call to Order

Dr. Trapp called the meeting to order at 6:44 PM. Ms. Schaafsma added informational item B. Audit under VII. Administrative Reports. Ms. Durell moved to accept the agenda; Dr. Trapp seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

Public Comment

None.

Employee Information

Ms. Schaafsma announced the resignation of Janice Grant, Client Service Representative. She will be working as a Unit Secretary at Riverside.

Division Reports

Maternal Child Health

Ms. Stevenson distributed and explained the Family Case Management review that was completed in May, 2003. Overall it was a very good review with a few areas that required an action plan.

Chronic and Communicable Disease

None.

Environmental Health

None.

Health Promotion

KCHD provided a table in the Hall of Industry again this year at the County Fair held July 30 - August 3, 2003. Ms. Schaafsma commented that she will be seriously evaluating next year's participation. Attendance this year was down considering the time and cost put in. There has been an increase in the number of community events throughout the year that provide a more specific opportunity for outreach to focus on.

Administrative Reports

Financial Status

The June 2003 Financial report was presented. At the end of June (58% of the year) we have taken in 51.37% of the revenue and spent 55.31% in expenditures. The July 2003 Financial report was presented. At the end of July (66% of the year) we have taken in 62.55% of the revenue and spent 63.20% in expenditures. Dr. Trapp moved to approve the June and July 2003 financial reports, seconded by Dr. Mann. The motion passed unanimously.

Old Business

Ms. Schaafsma asked Ms. Durell to provide an update of her attendance at the National Association of Local Boards of Health Conference held in Baltimore, Maryland. Ms. Durell commented that the main theme was “Are You Ready?” She highlighted many of the topics that were presented that have broadened her knowledge of Public Health. She summarized her expenses for the trip including airfare and hotel. The airfare was $230.00 and the hotel was $119.00 plus tax and tip. Ms. Schaafsma explained that the KCHD hotel reimbursement is $85.00 per night. The Board discussed various options. Dr. Mann motioned to reimburse Ms. Durell $500.00 to cover her expenses for the NALBOH Conference; seconded by Dr. Trapp. The motion carried unanimously. Ms. Schaafsma asked Ms. Durell to submit her expenses in writing to support the reimbursement.

Ms. Schaafsma reviewed the candidates that are to be considered for the 2003 NALBOH election. Mr. Boudreau suggested that Ms. Durell meet with Ms. Schaafsma to fill out the ballot.

The Team Illinois event was held July 23-26 in Pembroke. Ms. Schaafsma was very pleased that the residents were aware of the Health Department and the services we offer. One of the concerns in the area is the safety of the water. Secretary Adams has pledged $180,000 for testing of wells. The Teen Reach students may be trained to help with collecting the water samples.

New Business

None.

Executive Session

None.

Adjournment

There being no further business before the Board Dr. Trapp moved to adjourn at 7:35 p.m. Dr. Mann seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.

Minutes
respectfully submitted by, Ms. Roxanne Turner, Secretary
reviewed by, Bonnie Schaafsma, RN, BSN, Public Health Administrator
prepared by, Ms. Kris Marcotte, Administrative Assistant