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Health & Community Services Board
Village of Elk Grove Village I
August 16, 2006
Board Members Present
Jim Christie, Chairman Merrill Froney
Teresa Anesmis 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.
Approval 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-Smokinlz 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 16"'. 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"' 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—AuLust
,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 bean 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 Cztunik
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 Teri 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
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MINUTES
Board of Health
Village of Elk Grove Village
June 21, 2006
Board Members Present Board Members Absent
Jim Christie, Chairman William Beaupre
Lois Colaprete
Ray De Palma
Terri Dill
Merrill Froney
Dr. John Kelly
Dr. Harold Labinsky
Sal Pace
Dick Scholten
Staff Present
Michael J. Cavallini, Director of Health & Community Services
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Approval of the Minutes
The minutes from the Board of Health meeting held on May 17, 2006 were unanimously
approved.
Reorganization of the Board of Health
At the May 18thCommunity service board meeting, Mayor Johnson announced that he and the
Village Board made a decision to combine the Board of Health and Community Service Board
into one Board. The reorganized Board would start out with all current members of both boards,
and eventually be comprised of an eleven member Board. Jim Christie has been asked to remain
as chairman of the new Board. Jim Christie attended the Community Service Board meeting to
discuss the transition. Jim Christie, the Director of Health & Community Services, and
Community Services Coordinator will meet prior to the August meeting to discuss how the new
Board meetings will be structured. The new Board will meet for the first time in August. As part
of the restructuring, regular attendance will be expected.
The Village Board will need to amend the current ordinances governing the Board of Health and
Community Service Board to create this new Board. That will take place at a future Village
Board meeting.
Committee for a Smoke Free Elk Grove
The Committee for a Smoke Free Elk Grove met for the first time on June 12"'. Fifteen people
were in attendance. The Committee is comprised of a number of provider agencies (American
Lung Association, American Cancer Society, etc.), ABMC, and community leaders. Jim Christie
acted as facilitator for the meeting. The participants provided lots of ideas and information. The
next meeting is scheduled for June 26, 2006. Copies of the member list and minutes were
provided to the Board.
• Summer Intern
Gabrielle Blossom started her internship with Health Services on June 12"i. Gabrielle is a junior
at Illinois State University majoring in Environmental Health. Her main duties will be
investigating complaints. She will also conduct inspections of low risk food establishments and
• swimming pools. She will also be asked to conduct a project during her internship.
Food Preparation Sink Ordinance
Health Services has provide the Village Attorney with a proposed amendment to the Food
Service and Retail Food Store Codes adding a paragraph regarding the installation of food
preparation sinks in all restaurants and food stores. Food services establishments and retail food
stores that prepare food on the premises will be required to install a preparation (vegetable) sink
in the kitchen area. The sink shall also be required to have at least one drain board. Preparation
sinks are used to clean and prepare meats seafood and produce. They are also used for cooling
hot foods. Use of the preparation sink prevents cross-contamination of the equipment and hand
washing sinks and contamination of food products.
Unused Medication Disposal
The prescription and non-prescription pharmaceutical and medication drop-off was conducted on
May 31, 2006. Health Services and the Elk Grove Park District collected two and a half large
garbage bags of unwanted and unused medications. The medications were transported to a Cook
County Sheriff's site for proper disposal.
Park District Meeting
The Director plans to attend an Elk Grove Park District meeting to discuss the topic of avian
(bird) flu. They are interested in basic facts and their options should the avian flu become a
pandemic in Elk Grove Village. The presentation will take place sometime this summer.
• West Nile virus
Health Services has submitted three birds to the Cook County Department of Public Health for
West Nile virus testing. So far the results have not come back from the Illinois Department of
Public Health. The State of Illinois will be testing an expanded list of bird species this year. Only
crows and blue jays were tested in the past.
July Meeting
A motion was made to cancel the July Board of Health meeting. The Board of Health normally
does not meet in July.
Environmental Health Inspector's Report-June
Mav Activities
Routine Inspections 101
Misc. Activities 223
Complaints 130
Citations 1
TOTAL 455
Community Health Nurse Report—June
May Activities Report
Blood Pressure Screening 60
Blood Sugar Screenings 5
Home/Site Visits 58
Office Visit 0
Consultations (Office/Employee) 2
Blood Drive . 46
Day Care Inspections 4
TB Screening 37
Misc. 9
Flu Shots 0
Site Visit 4
Unhygienic Home 0
Immunization
Children (including flu shots) 24
Shots (47 total)
TOTAL 249
C: Mayor and Board of Trustees
Village Manager
Assistant Village Manager
Assistant to the Village Manager
Village Attorney
• Village Clerk