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Minutes of the Health and Community Service Board
August 16, 2006
Chainnan 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.
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Village Ordinance No. 3091
Chainnan 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 Campaign;
Chainnan 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, hrTouch staff to
coordinate some of the youth programming as part of their regular workweek. It may be
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• 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.
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• The Health Department has confimration 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 Czamik offered
her continued her support to the new Health and Community Service Board.
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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.
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