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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBOARD OF HEALTH - 08/16/2006 - MINUTES Health & Community Services Board Village of Elk Grove Village August 16,2006 Board Members Present Jim Christie, Chairman Merrill Froney Teresa Anesinis Dr. John Kelly Lois Colaprete Georgia Landt Nancy Czarnik,Trustee Liaison Jim Morrill Ray De Palma Mary Paliganoff Terri Dill Dick Scholten Anne Feichter Mike Touzzo Jim Foss Peg Vallillo Board Members Absent William Beaupre Ryan Bookler Dr. Harold Labinsky Sal Pace Des Raftery Staff Present Michael J. Cavallini,Director of Health &Community Services Linda Blair, Community Services Coordinator Chairman Jim Christie called the meeting to order at 7:04PM. Mr. Christie asked that all Board members introduce themselves, and to relate how long they have served on their respective Boards. Chairman Christie went on to explain how the agenda was to be presented this evening and how over time it would evolve as the newly created Board became established. Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Health Motion by Dick Scholten to approve the minutes of June 21, 2006 Board of Health meeting, second by Merrill Froney. The minutes were unanimously approved. Aipwyoval of the Minutes of the Community Service Board Motion by Peg Vallillo to approve the minutes of the June 15, 2006 Community Service Board meeting, second by Jim Foss. The minutes were unanimously approved. Ordinance Creating the Health & Community Services Board Village Ordinance#3091 established the new Health & Community Services Board. Chairman Christie directed the Board to review Ordinance#3091 which formalized the merging of the Board of Health and Community Service Board. The ordinance provides for a Board not a committee or commission. All current members of both Boards will remain on the new Board. Through resignation, retirement, or release of duties, the board will ultimately be comprised of eleven (11) members. Board members Mary Paliganoff and Mike Tuozzo raised questions regarding Section 2-2-3 (2), enforcement powers. Chairman Christie offered clarification of the wording using the restaurant inspection program as an example. Although Board members do not have the power to enforce ordinances directly, they do have oversight in certain enforcement actions (hearings,etc.) conducted by the Department. There was no further discussion. Anti-Smoking Campaign Chairman Christie provided background information to the Board regarding the Ad Hoc Committee that worked diligently through the summer to develop an anti-smoking program. The Committee worked within the guidelines outlined by the Mayor and Board of Trustees, concentrating on smoking cessation, smoking prevention, and promotion of Elk Grove Village as a Smoke Free Community. A kick-off date was set for November 16th. This is the date of the American Cancer Society's Great American Smoke Out. The final draft approved by the Committee was presented to the Health & Community Service Board. Discussion followed. Lois Colaprete presented a preliminary proposal by the Kenneth Young Centers' In Touch staff to coordinate some of the smoking education programs targeted to the youth as part of their normal work schedule. It may be possible for two (2) staff members to commit up to five (5)hrs per week to implement and oversee children's anti-smoking programs. Dick Sholten questioned why the logo design contest would not be opened up to elementary or junior high school students. Chairman Christie indicated that it was important that the logo be developed fairly quickly and they already had a commitment from the Elk Grove High School Art Department. The Committee was also looking for a more professional look to the logo since it would be used for all promotional aspects of the program. The Board recommended that all high schools attended by Elk Grove students be allowed to compete in the logo contest. Mike Tuozzo asked for clarification on the lung scans offered by Alexian Brothers Medical Center(ABMC). Chairman Christie explained that ABMC has offered a limited number of lung scans and they would be used as incentives for participation in some of the anti-smoking programs. Merrill Froney stated that he felt the Committee should be commended for their efforts. Other members of the Board concurred. A motion was made by Mike Tuozzo and seconded by Dick Scholten to approve the draft proposal of the 2006 Start Up Program submitted by the Committee for a Smoke Free Elk Grove. The proposal was unanimously approved the Health & Community Service Board. The Director will present the proposal to the Village Manager. It will then be reviewed at the Committee of the Whole meeting. Additional discussions focused on the use of Channel 6 for publicity, and development of an anti-smoking website. Director's Report West Nile virus The Director reported that two (2) birds (crow and hawk) submitted to the State of Illinois for testing were positive for West Nile Virus. Northwest Mosquito Abatement District has conducted a number of night sprayings this season. In DuPage County, Clark Mosquito has been contracted to conduct a mosquito control program for Village areas. The Board was provided with information on how to reduce the chance of being bitten by mosquitoes this summer. Blood Program Thirty-nine pints of blood were donated at the August 5`h blood drive. The next blood drive will be held in November. Health Risk Assessment The Village will be offering employees a chance to be part of a Health Risk Assessment. This two-part screening is being offered free of charge by Alexian Brothers Medical Center. The program consists of biometric screenings and a health risk survey. Employees will be able to use it to make personal decisions about their health. The Village can use the information to plan health and wellness programs or activities. Pandemic Flu Preparedness The Department of Health &community Services will be meeting with the Police and Fire Departments to discuss how to prepare for a possible flu pandemic (avian flu pandemic). The Director stressed that currently there is no threat of an avian flu pandemic in the United States. Flu Vaccine The Department has received confirmation that flu vaccine will be available in a timely fashion for this flu season. Unless some unforeseen event takes place, flu clinics should begin in early November. Staff Job Descriptions It was announced that the Environmental Health Inspectors and Community Health Nurse will attend a future meeting to outline their job duties. Community Service Coordinator's Report Linda Blair introduced herself and offered a brief overview of the Community Service Office and the programs that are provided to residents.The Coordinator reported that the Senior and Disabled Directory is being updated and will be ready for distribution by the first of the year. This directory is offered to residents through the Community Service Office. The Salvation Army funding for this year is $15.000. These monies are provided to residents facing eviction or utility shut-off. Up coming events/programs include: the Interfaith Council Food Drive, Make-a-Difference Day, and during the holidays (Thanksgiving/Christmas) Adopt a Family Program, and Salvation Army Red Kettle bell ringing. Environmental Health Inspector's Report-August June/July Activities Report June July Routine Inspections 103 62 Misc. Activities 234 231 Complaints 102 85 Citations 1 5 TOTAL 440 383 Community Health Nurse Report—August June/July Activities Report June July Blood Pressure Screening 64 44 Blood Sugar Screenings 4 2 Home/Site Visits 52 52 Office Visit 0 0 Consultations (Office/Employee) 2 2 Blood Drive 0 0 Day Care Inspections 1 2 TB Screening 0 59 Misc. 9 5 Flu Shots 0 0 Site Visit 1 2 Unhygienic Home 0 0 Immunization Children (including flu shots) 28 45 Shots (54/85 total) TOTAL 161 213 Old Business The Community Service Board was in the process reviewing a number of topics before the merger of the two Boards. Those items included; The Storm Ready Community Program, Make- a-difference Day,Red Cross shelter training, and presentations by local social service agencies. The combined Board will revisit these in the near future. New Business Chairman Christie stated that he would like the members to begin discussions about the organizational structure of the new Board. The agenda format and meeting process will continue to evolve over the next several months. Trustee Liaison Report Trustee Czarnik reminded the Board members that the Farmer's Market is an offshoot of the Community Service Board. It takes place every Wednesday through September. Trustee Czarnik stated she will continue her position on the new Health &Community Service Board. At 8:35PM a motion to adjourn was made by Merrill Froney, and seconded by Terri Dill. The motion was unanimously approved. The meeting adjourned at 8:35PM. C: Mayor and Board of Trustees Village Manager Assistant Village Manager Assistant to the Village Manager Village Attorney Village Clerk Minutes of the Health and Community Service Board August 16, 2006 Chairman Jim Christie called the meeting to order at 7:04 pm. Mr. Christie asked that all Board members introduce themselves and explain how long they had served on their respective boards. Chairman Christie went on to explain the agenda and how it was to be handled this evening and how it would evolve as the newly created Board became established. Approval of the Minutes of the Board of Health: Motion by Dick Scholten to approve the minutes as presented, second by Merrill Froney. Unanimous approval by the group Approval of the Minutes-of the Community Service Board: Motion by Peg Vallillo to approve the minutes as presented, second by Jim Morrill. Unanimous approval by the group. Village Ordinance No. 3091 Chairman Christie directed the Board to review Ordinance No. 3091 that formalizes the combination of the Board of Health and the Community Service Board. The group will remain a Board, not a Committee,with final membership numbering 11. All current members will remain and through attrition and retirement the Board will number 11. Mary Paliganoff and Mike Tuozzo asked questions regarding wording of the ordinance. Chairman.Christie offered clarification using restaurant inspections as an example. There was no further discussion. Anti Smoking Campaien; Chairman Christie provided background information to the group regarding the Ad Hoc Committee that worked diligently through the summer to develop the campaign that is being presented this evening. This group worked within the guidelines outlined by the Mayor with concentration on Cessation, Prevention, and Promotion of Elk Grove as a Smoke Free Community. The final draft of proposed programming was presented to Board. Discussion followed. Lois Colaprete presented a preliminary proposal by Kenneth Young, InTouch staff to coordinate some of the youth programming as part of their regular workweek. It may be possible for the two staff members to commit up to 5 hrs. per week to the implementation of programming for children. Dick Sholten questioned why the logo contest would not be opened up to elementary or junior high students. Chairman Christie indicated that it was important that the logo be developed fairly quickly and that they had the backing of the High School Art Departments. They also were looking for a fairly professional piece, as it would be used for all aspects for the program. It was clarified that the contest would be open to all high school students within Elk Grove. Mike Tuosso asked for clarification on the Lung Screening offered by Alexian Brothers. It was discussed that Alexian Brothers had offered a limited number of screenings and that they would be offered as incentive for participation in other aspects of the program. Merrill Froney stated that he felt that the committee should be commended for their efforts. Other members of the committee concurred. A motion to approve the draft of the Proposal of the 2006 Start Up Program,presented by the Committee for a Smoke Free Elk Grove,was made by Mike Tuosso. Dick Sholten made a second. Unanimous approval by the Board of Health and Community Services. Mike Cavillini will present the proposal to the Village Manager and then send it to the Committee of the Whole, as directed by Trustee Nancy Czarnick. Discussion followed regarding the use of Channel 6 for publicity and the development of a Web site. Director of Health and Community Services Report: Director Cavillinni reported that two birds found in the Village have tested positive for the West Nile Virus. Cook and DuPage County is conducting mosquito spraying. He cautioned all board members to observe precautions when outside and to be aware of possible mosquito breeding areas in their own yards. The most recent Blood Drive had 39 donors. Next Drive will be in November in meeting room E. The Village will be offering a Health Risk Assessment to village employees. This is a 2 fold screening offered in conjunction with Alexian Brothers. Information derived from the assessment will be used in program planning. The Health and Community Services Department will be meeting with the Chief of Police and the Fire Department Chief to discuss preparedness in case of an Avian Flu crisis. Director Cavallini stressed that there is no current threat in the United States. The Health Department has confirmation that Flu vaccine will be available in a timely fashion this year. Clinics will be scheduled in November. It was announced that the Environmental Health Inspectors and the Village Nurse would attend future board meetings to explain their jobs. Community Service Coordinator's Report Linda Blair introduced herself and offered some brief information about the Community Service Office and the programs offered. She reported that the Senior and Disabled Directory,that is offered to residents, is being updated and will be published by the first of the Year. The Salvation Army funding for this is year is$15,000.00,which is distributed to Elk Grove residents to prevent eviction or utility shut off. Upcoming programs; The Interfaith Council Food Drive, Make a Difference Day, and the holiday Adopt A Family program, Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringing, were discussed. Environmental Health Inspectors Report: Complete report contained in Board packet. Nurses Report: Complete report contained in the Board packet Old Business: Some of the topics that had been in process by the Community Service Board: The Storm Ready Community, Make a Difference Day, Red Cross Shelter Training, and further education by local social service agencies,will be revisited by the combined Board or committees in the near future. New Business: Chairman Christie stated that he would like the group to begin discussion about the organizational structure of the new Board. The agenda format and the meeting process will evolve over the next several months. Trustee Liaison Report: Trustee Czarnik reminded the group that the Farmer's Market is an offshoot of the Community Service Board. It is ongoing thru September. Trustee Czarnik offered her continued her support to the new Health and Community Service Board. At 8:35 a motion to adjourn was presented by Merrill Froney, and Seconded by Terry Dill. Unanimously approved by the Board. Meeting adjourned at 8:35 pm.