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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD OF HEALTH - 06/20/2007 - HEALTH & COMMUNITY SVC BD MINUTES Board of Health & Community Services Village of Elk Grove Village June 20,2007 Board Members Present Jim Christie, Chairman Dr. John Kelly Ryan Bookler Dr. Harold Labinsky Lois Colaprete Georgia Landt Nancy Czamik, Trustee Liaison Sal Pace Ray De Palma Mary Paliganoff Terri Dill Dick Scholten Anne Feichter Board Members Absent Teresa Anesinis Merrill Froney William Beaupre Jim Morrill Staff Present Michael J. Cavallini, Director of Health &Community Services Linda Blair, Community Services Coordinator Luciana Walker, Department Summer Intern Call To Order Chairman Jim Christie called the meeting to order at 7:08 PM. Action Items: Approval of the Minutes There was a motion by Ray DePalma to approve the minutes of the May 16, 2007 meeting, second by Sal Pace. The minutes were unanimously approved. Department Director's Report Summer Intern The Director introduced the Health&Community Services Sumner Intern Luciana Walker. Luciana is completing a required 360 hours of fieldwork to complete her degree in environmental health from Northern Illinois University. Anti-Smoking Campaign Chairman Jim Christie and the Director met with representatives of Kenneth Young Center's,In Touch program to discuss the promotion of the smoking survey. A copy of the flyer promoting the smoking cessation survey was distributed to the Board. The survey results will be used to tailor a smoking cessation program best suited to fit the needs of the community. The flyer will be distributed throughout the Village. Probationary Restaurant Enforcement The Department had to initiate enforcement action against a restaurant, on Department probation, that continually fails to correct violations requiring immediate action. They were placed on probation on November 3, 2006, but failed to correct necessary violations during subsequent inspections. On February 15'h they were closed for failure to comply with the conditions of their probation. On May 30'h the restaurant opening was delayed for violations found during their routine inspection. They have also been issued several citations for non-compliance. On June 215`the Department will conduct a reinspection. If they are found to be in violation they will be required to appear at a hearing before the Board. The Director will notify the Board if the hearing will need to be scheduled. Currently the Department has no public notification that a restaurant needs to display when they are closed. Dr Labinsky suggested that a sign be placed on the restaurant stating "Closed by the Department of Health & Community Services". The Director will order placards for future closures. Immunization Clinic Relocation Because of parking shortages due to the construction of the new Administration and Police Department Facility, a number of Department sponsored clinics will need to be held at alternative sites. The Department will look at a number of locations in which to hold clinics. The blood drive will continue to be held at the Village Hall for the time being. Medication Drop-off On May IF, the Department conducted the first of six medication drop-off events planned over the next four months. Approximately 35 residents took advantage of the program. Three drums of medications were collected. A second event was held on June 15th, with an additional drop-off event to be held on Saturday, June 30th Rain Barrels The Village recently received an inquiry about a"rain barrel"program that would be sponsored by .the Village. Rain barrels are large barrels or drums connected to the downspouts of homes, used to collect rainwater from a roof. The collected water is later used for plants or household projects. Rain barrels usually hold around 50 to 60 gallons of water, and cost anywhere from $50 to $300 for commercial units. Recently the City of Chicago provided residents with rain barrels through their job works program. The City of Minneapolis subsidizes the cost of rain barrels to their residents. Most rain barrel programs are promoted as ways to prevent water run-off into sewers or waterways. In the Village run-off is not a serious problem. Most rain barrels capture only a small amount of rainwater during a storm. The Director would recommend residents purchasing commercial rain barrels only,because of concerns about mosquito breeding water sources. Latex Paint Recycling DuPage County is offering a free latex paint recycling program during the summer. People can bring their old latex paint to the DuPage County Public Works Wood Bridge Waste Water Treatment Facility. Times and hours were provided by the Director. People may also pick-up recycled paint. The recycled paint is sorted, filtered,reblended, and then placed in 5 gallon buckets. Document Destruction Event The Village Document destruction Event will take place on June 23rd from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Elk Grove High School. Residents can bring a variety of documents personal papers, tax form, credit card applications, etc., for shredding and recycling. The event is funded through SWANCC. Gypsy Moths One more thing to worry about. Gypsy moths (actually their caterpillars) were found on trees in Elk Grove Village. There have been a number of active infestations found in the Chicago Metropolitan area. Wood Dale recently hired a helicopter tree spraying service to eliminate an active infestation in sections of their town, because the State of Illinois has suspended eradication efforts in DuPage County. Gypsy moths are very destructive. Although oaks are their favorite tree, they will eat just about any tree available. Modern control methods use host specific bacteria for insect larvae. Emerald Ash Borer The Illinois Department of Agriculture is putting a lot of effort to control the emerald ash borer (EAB). They will be checking ash trees in the northern half of the state. About 30% of Village parkway trees are ash trees. Community Service Coordinator Report Passim of Mike Tuozzo The Community Services Coordinator announced the passing of Health& Community Services Board member, Mike Tuozzo on June 9ffi. Mike's spirit and enthusiasm will be missed not only by the Board and Department, but by the whole village as well. Office Move Community Services will be moving into the Health Services Office in the near future. The old building has to be cleared out by July 131H Treasure and Trash The fundraiser for Kenneth Young Center is going well. Flyers have been placed all around the village. Community response has been positive. The treasure and trash sale will be held at the Elk Grove High School on June 30tH EmerQency Assistance Salvation Army Funds- 4 families- $637.92 Elk Grove Housing Fund- 5families- $509.12 Food Pantry- 35 households (39 adults, 6 seniors, 44 children Food Pantry The Elk Grove Food Pantry received a donation of food from the Postal Carriers Food Drive in May. The drive was successful in restocking the pantry shelves. The next food drive will be in October in conjunction with Make A Difference Day. Fundin-Sources The budget for the Salvation Army fund will be$15,000. The Village will not be sponsoring the Christmas volunteer bell-ringing this year and will be compensated from the Salvation Army with an additional $3,000 for a total of$18,000. The housing fund received additional funding from the Elk Grove Village 50tH Anniversary House Giveaway. The current funding level is $14,000. The Interfaith Council is looking into ways to fill transitional and temporary housing needs. Environmental Health Inspector's Report-June Summer Intern Report The Summer Student Intern, Luciana Walker provided a report on her activities during her internship with the Department. She has been observing food establishment inspections and has been conducting property maintenance inspections. Luciana will be developing and conducting an in-service on food handling and cleanliness at a food establishment for her Department project. Luciana is looking forward to take her LEHP exam, and find a job in the environmental health field at the conclusion of her internship May Activities Routine Inspections 123 Misc. Activities 353 Complaints 144 Citations 9 TOTAL 629 Community Health Nurse Report—June May Activities Report Blood Pressure Screening 52 Blood Sugar Screenings 4 Home/Site Visits 58 Office Visit 1 Consultations (Office/Employee) 2 Blood Drive 35 Day Care Inspections 2 TB Screening 10 Misc. 13 Flu Shots 0 Site Visit 1 Unhygienic Home 0 Immunization Children (including flu shots) 23 Shots (50 total) TOTAL 201 Trustee Liaison Report The farmers market is every Wednesday through the summer. Trustee Czarnik is looking for volunteers to help at the Village information booth. Contact Trustee Czarnik if you would like to volunteer. Old Business DrXelly made a statement to the Board that the Village TB program is important in light of the current events in the news (man with virulent form of TB traveled and potentially exposed other travelers). He went on to say that although TB is rare it is possible to contract the disease. New Business Chairman Christie asked for a motion to cancel the July meeting. Anne Feichter made a motion; it was seconded by Dr. Labinsky. Motion was unanimously approved. Chairman Christie received a letter and documentation by a resident asking the Board to look into banning outdoor wood burning fire pits and fireplaces. The Director will prepare a packet of information on this issue for the next meeting in August. Dick Scholten motioned to adjourn; it was seconded by Dr. Labinsky. The meeting adjourned at 8:17 PM. C: Mayor and Board of Trustees Village Manager Assistant Village Manager Assistant to the Village Manager Village Attorney &Village Clerk