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BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - January 16, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Mary Pribich Jo-Ann Ryder Howard Kemp		Terri Argent Dr. Schaner

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to approve the minutes of the December 2006 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay the December 2006 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $7,383.46, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $11,190.10, for a grand total of $18,573.56. Motion carried unanimously.

The December 2006 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS

1. Presentation of Budget

Terri passed out copies of the 2007 health department budget to the board. There were no questions.

2. Approval to renew Registered Sanitarian certification

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay for renewal of the R S license for Terri Argent, a cost of $74. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Approval for nurses to attend Home Visit Training

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given for Jan Mead and Carolyn Kelly, Public Health Nurses, to attend a one-day Home Visit Training Course at Ashland County Health Department on March 19. This course is required by Ohio Department of Health. There is no charge. Mileage and meals shall be paid. Motion carried.

4. Approval for Smoking Cessation Certification and Support Training

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given for Terri Argent and Jan Mead to take a certification course through the American Cancer Society to provide free smoking cessation classes for the

public, in light of the Smoke-Free Ohio law. Fliers would be sent out to restaurants with their food service license renewal applications. Some comp time would be necessary for this program. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Approval to purchase Mosquito Chemicals

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Mary Pribich, to approve the purchase of mosquito chemicals, not to exceed $12,500 and tires for the truck, not to exceed $500. Motion carried.

6. Approval to pay AOHC (Association of Ohio Health Commissioners) dues

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay annual dues to AOHC in the amount of $568 for Terri Argent. Motion carried.

7. Approval to renew maintenance agreement with CHC Software

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to renew a one year maintenance contract with CHC Software in the amount of $528.20 for the environmental and nursing divisions. Motion carried.

8. Discussion of utilities fees for Suite 6

Terri told the board that in November, Affinity stopped paying the utilities on Suite 6. The board advised Terri to speak with the law director for a letter or phone call to Affinity for clarification of the contract/lease. If they still won’t pay after that, no further action will be taken.

OTHER BUSINESS

1. Approval to Mentor a Nursing Student

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to mentor a student nurse for her community health experience. She needs 120 hours by June, basically to observe the nurses’ procedures. Motion carried unanimously.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:52 p.m.

The next meeting will be held February 20, 2007.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - February 20, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Mary Pribich Jo-Ann Ryder Beverly Lewis		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, to approve the minutes of the January 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay the January 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $7,797.51, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $7,568.62, for a grand total of $15,366.13. Motion carried unanimously.

The January 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval to accept Massillon Board of Health as a designee of Ohio Department of Health to enforce the provisions of ORC Chapter 3794 (The Ohio Smoke-Free Workplace Act)

Terri handed out copies of a letter from the Governor designating Boards of Health to enforce Ohio Revised Code 3794. $1,424 was allotted for implementation of the program. On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to accept the designation. Motion carried.

2. Approval to send five drivers to “Mosquito School”

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to allow 2 sanitarians and 3 street department workers to attend a free annual seminar for updates on mosquito control in Richfield on March 7. Mileage and lunch is to be paid. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Approval for two nurses to attend Special Needs Seminar

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given for Barbara Miller and Jan Mead, Public Health Nurses, to attend a “Special Needs of Children in Disasters” seminar on March 8 at NEOUCOM in Rootstown. Some comp time will be needed. Mileage is to be the only cost. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approval for one nurse to attend Hearing and Vision Screening training

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given for Jan Mead to attend the Ohio Department of Health-sponsored training in Akron on April 3. Motion carried unanimously.

5. Approval for two sanitarians to attend ODH Midwest Workshop in Environmental Health

Motion was made by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Mary Pribich, for Ryan David and Terri Argent to attend a workshop on Indoor Air Quality and Food Safety in Columbus March 19 and 20. The cost of the conference is $42 each, plus two rooms at $88 each. Some comp time will be necessary. Motion carried.

6. Approval to move March Board meeting to Tuesday, March 27

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to move the March Board meeting back one week due to a conflict with the time of the Midwestern Workshop (above). Motion carried.

7. Approval to get Caller ID for all health department phones

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given for the health department to get Caller ID as a security measure in case of threats, and for daily use when callers leave a message with no name or number. Funding will be from bio-terrorism grant monies. The start-up cost is $1218.00, then $50.85 per month service fee. Motion carried.

8. Update of Board emergency contact numbers

Terri requested e-mail addresses and/or cell phone numbers of board members, to have for quick notification in case of a disaster. The request arose from lessons learned in a pandemic flu tabletop exercise, to keep board members apprised of emergency measures, such as a quarantine.

9. Notice of presentation to City Council on the subject of lead

Terri gave members a hand-out of lead facts pertaining to Massillon. The Board agreed to encourage the lawsuit to City Council with the thought that monies recovered could benefit children of this community who need tested and aid in remediation of lead in their homes.

The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m.

The next meeting will be held March 27, 2007.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - March 27, 2007 - Mayor’s Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Jo-Ann Ryder Howard Kemp		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Mayor Francis Cicchinelli, Jr., President of the Board.

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Jeff Thornberry, to approve the minutes of the February 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay the February 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $18,579.69, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $7,943.55, for a grand total of $26,523.24. Motion carried unanimously.

The February 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Update on Smoking Ban Legislation

Terri gave out copies of the news release and explained the private club exemption.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval for CPR and Car Seat Safety Training Class

On a motion by Jeff Thornberry, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given for Carolyn Kelly to take certification training at Akron Children’s Hospital to teach CPR. The cost will be $30. Also approved for Carolyn was Car Seat Safety training, which is a four day session, to be held at Tuscarawas County Health Department in June. There is no cost involved.

2. Presentation of Public Records Policy

Terri showed the board a condensed version of the Ohio public record laws that was drafted by the Miami County Health Department as a quick reference for employees and customers. This is for consideration for adoption at the next meeting.

3. Approval to move April and May board meetings to the fourth Tuesday of the month due to scheduling conflicts

On a motion made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to move the April and May board meetings to the last Tuesday of the month because April 17 is ICS 400 training and May 15 is the health commissioners’ conference. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approval to use Bates Printing for Annual Report

On a motion made by Jeff Thornberry, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to have Bates Printing make our annual reports, an estimated cost of $320. Motion carried.

DISCUSSION

The mayor discussed concerns about the lead-based paint lawsuit as presented to city council. The matter will be considered by interested parties.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:50 p.m.

The next meeting will be held April 24, 2007.

Mayor Francis H. Ciccinelli, Jr President of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - April 24, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Jo-Ann Ryder Howard Kemp Mary Pribich		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to approve the minutes of the March 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to pay the March 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $6,019.45, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $7,761.38, for a grand total of $13,780.83. Motion carried unanimously.

The March 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Update on Smoking Ban Legislation

Legislation has been passed by Ohio Department of Health and the law takes effect May 3. Training about the law will be given at Canton City Health Department.

2. Approval of Public Records Policy

Our policy is being re-written by our law department.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Presentation of Annual Report

It was delayed at the printers. It will be mailed out to board members and others later in the week.

2. Presentation of Massillon City Health Department Disaster Plan

This is also delayed, not complete at time of meeting. It will be sent out with the Annual Report.

3. Approval to renew Ohio Environmental Health Association memberships

On a motion made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to renew OEHA memberships for Terri Argent and Ryan David, at a cost of $50 each. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approval for Terri and Dr. Schaner to attend Public Health Combined Conference

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given for Terri Argent to attend the Health Commissioners’ Conference in Columbus May 14 through 16. Dr. Schaner, as Medical Director, need only attend one day. Registration fee for them both is $265. Hotel room for Terri is $218, and meals are to be paid. Motion carried unanimously.

Addition to Agenda-

Terri handed out an EMA (Emergency Management Association) invitation to view the Mass Decontamination Unit at Heartland Behavioral.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:49 p.m.

The next meeting will be held May 22, 2007.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - May 22, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Jo-Ann Ryder Mary Pribich Beverly Lewis		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, to approve the minutes of the April 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to pay the April 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $17,255.09, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $11,447.75, for a grand total of $28,702.84. Motion carried unanimously.

The April 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Update on Smoking Ban Legislation

Terri gave the board a list of complaints received and explained the procedures for fines. If someone appeals, they will appear before the board.

2. Approval of Public Records Policy

This is still at the law director’s office. Tabled until further notice.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Presentation of Law Director’s letter pertaining to Utilities

Terri relayed to the board that the hospital responded to the law director’s letter and will pay back all of our utility expenses.

2. Approval to take Mosquito truck to Lake County H. D. for calibration

On a motion made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given to take the mosquito truck to Lake County Health Department to check calibration on June 20. Ryan and Rick will also attend an educational session while there. Cost is $20 and lunch to be paid. Motion carried.

ADDITIONAL BUSINESS

3. Terri handed out Public Health lapel pins

4. Approval to accept additional PHI Funds

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to accept an additional $2000 of Public Health Infrastructure monies, to be spent on pandemic flu supplies, such as a DVD player, mobile medical cart, radios, power strips, etc. Motion carried unanimously.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:42 p.m.

The next meeting will be held June 19, 2007.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - July 17, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Jo-Ann Ryder Howard Kemp Beverly Lewis		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, to approve the minutes of the May 2007 meeting. There was no June Board meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay the May 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $6,956.66, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $8,380.44, for a grand total of $15,337.10, and the June 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $6,260.36 and for the WIC Department in the amount of $12,277.38, for a grand total of $18,537.74. Motion carried unanimously.

The May and June 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS


1. Approval of PHI Grant renewal

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to accept renewal of the Public Health Infrastructure grant for 2007/2008. This will be the fifth year of the grant for bioterrorism/disaster preparedness. We have agreed with Canton Health Dept. to attend training sessions for services they provide to us, such as epidemiology, preparedness updates, etc. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Discussion of local Emergency Drill

Terri informed the board that there will be a training exercise at Aultman West in September involving all of Massillon’s safety forces - fire, police, health, hazmat. The scenario will be a hazardous materials release.

3. Request for Executive Session for an employee issue

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to go into executive session to discuss an employee matter. Motion carried. Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, to exit executive session. Motion carried.

4. Approval to spend remaining Pandemic Flu Grant money

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, to spend remaining Pandemic Flu grant money in the amount of $6,078. The main purchase will be a vaccine refrigerator from the Helmer Company that has a remote alarm for temperature variance. The approximate cost is $5200. The rest of the money will be spent on other preparedness supplies. Motion carried.

5. Signature updates for past meeting minutes

Jeff Thornberry will sign past meeting minutes after this meeting.

6. Approval to renew Sanitarian Registration

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to renew sanitarian registration for Ryan David in the amount of $74. Motion carried.

7. Approval for nurses to attend annual Epidemiology Conference

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given for Barbara Miller and Jan Mead, Public Health Nurses, to attend a two-day Epidemiology Conference on August 7 and 8 in Columbus. Hotel (at $82), meals and mileage to be paid. Motion carried unanimously.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:50 p.m.

The next meeting will be held August 21, 2007.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - August 21, 2007 - Mayor’s Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Jo-Ann Ryder Beverly Lewis Howard Kemp Mary Pribich		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Mayor Francis H. Cicchinelli, Jr., President of the Board.

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, to approve the minutes of the July 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay the July 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $23,806.81, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $7,852.73, for a grand total of $31,659.54. Terri explained the bills are high this month because there is four months’ rent being paid, and over $10,000 of bio-terrorism monies which will be reimbursed. Motion carried unanimously.

The July 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval to renew Vector Control Operator licenses

On a motion by Jeff Thornberry, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given to renew vector control operator licenses through Department of Agriculture at a cost of $35 each for five operators, a total of $175. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Approval to attend Fall Health Commissioners’ Conference

On a motion made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given for Terri Argent to attend the Fall Health Commissioners’ Conference in Columbus September 25 - 27. Cost includes registration ($285), hotel ($271), and meals. Motion carried unanimously.

3. Approval of agreement with United Way for use of emergency facilities

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, to approve an
agreement with United Way of Western Stark County for use of their facilities in an emergency. They are offering to let the four local health departments use their facilities at 4825 Higbee Avenue NW, Canton, Ohio 44718 as a communications center at no charge. Mayor Cicchinelli requested that the law director be consulted to see if the agreement should also be adopted by City Council. Motion carried unanimously.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:40 p.m.

The next meeting will be held September 18, 2007.

Mayor Francis H. Ciccinelli, Jr President of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - September 18, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Howard Kemp Beverly Lewis		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Howard Kemp, to approve the minutes of the August 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to pay the August 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $6,566.98, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $9,915.60, for a grand total of $16,482.58. Motion carried unanimously.

The August 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Smoking Law Update

Terri handed out a list of complaints dating back to June 1.

2. Report on use of United Way facilities

Terri has not heard back from the law director’s office yet. She will report at the next meetig.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval to accept Pandemic Flu monies for equipment and education

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given to accept $12,000 in Pandemic Flu grant money for 2008, to be used for a new photocopy machine and educational materials. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Discussion of vaccination fees

Terri explained to the board that, due to billing conflicts with Medicare, the health department is considering instituting a fee for flu shots. A $10 fee was proposed, to be waived for anyone who can’t pay it. Discussion will continue at the next meeting.

3. Approval to attend OEHA (Ohio Environmental Health Assn.) Fall Conference

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Beverly Lewis, for approval for Terri and Ryan to attend the OEHA Fall Conference at Atwood Lodge on October 10. The cost is $40 each and meals are included. Motion carried unanimously.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The flu shot clinics will be held at the Massillon Rec Center on October 31, November 7, and November 13 from 1 - 3 p.m.

The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m.

The next meeting will be held October 16, 2007.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - October 16, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Howard Kemp Jo-Ann Ryder		Terri Argent Dr. Schaner

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to approve the minutes of the September 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to pay the September 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $5,293.58, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $6,544.96, for a grand total of $11,838.54. Motion carried unanimously.

The September 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Update on flu vaccine charges

ODH will be making a ruling about the use and prices of flu vaccines next year. This year will be as in the past.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval to attend W I C Annual Conference

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given for Diana Martin, WIC Supervisor, to attend the WIC annual conference in Columbus on November 14 and 15. Cost includes $88 for hotel, meals, and mileage. Motion carried unanimously.

2. Approval for purchase of new tires for health car

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to get four new tires for the Chevy Lumina at a cost of $65 each plus labor. The estimated total is $308. Motion carried.

3. Approval of Safety Gear for Mosquito Truck Drivers

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, to approve the purchase of jackets with reflective letters for our five drivers. The cost is not to exceed $500, a portion of which ($131) is for a one-time set-up fee. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approval to purchase Copier for Vital Statistics and Pandemic Flu Response

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to purchase a new copy machine for the vital statistics section, also for use during a pandemic flu response. Three estimates were obtained, and the board unanimously chose Copeco because of their long record of good service for the health department. Cost is $7,594 for a deluxe machine with security features, plus a service package. Motion passed.

DISCUSSION

Dr. Schaner attended a vaccine seminar recently and said he was impressed with the need for people over 60 to get pneumonia and shingles vaccinations. He requested that the health department look into the possibility of providing these vaccinations to city residents.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

The flu shot clinics will be held on October 31, November 7, and November 13 at the Massillon Rec Center from 1 - 3 p.m.

The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m. sharp.

The next meeting will be held November 20, 2007.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - November 20, 2007 - Mayor’s Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Howard Kemp Jo-Ann Ryder Mary Pribich		Terri Argent

The meeting was opened by Mayor Francis H. Cicchinelli, Jr., President of the Board.

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jeff Thornberry, to approve the minutes of the October 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to pay the October 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $9,222.75, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $11,399.60, for a grand total of $20,622.35. Motion carried unanimously.

The October 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS


1. Review of Flu Shot Clinic

Terri told the board we had three very successful clinics at the Rec Center, giving out a total of 675 doses.

2. ODH request for Board Members’ e-mail addresses

ODH is requesting board members’ email addresses to pass along news and updates. All members present gave Terri that information.

3. Food Service Operation License fee discussion

Terri told the board that costs and salaries are up about 9% this year. She suggested possibly raising the fees next year, for the 2009 licensing period.

4. Plans for Shingles Vaccine

In response to Dr. Schaner’s request, Terri and Barb Miller will be meeting with Merck Pharmaceuticals in December to get more information on the shingles vaccine and the cost involved.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:40 p.m.

The next meeting will be held December 18, 2007.

Mayor Francis H. Ciccinelli, Jr President of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - December 18, 2007 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Howard Kemp Jo-Ann Ryder Beverly Lewis		Terri Argent	Keely Laughlin and her mother, from Central Catholic High School

The meeting was opened by Jeff Thornberry, President Pro tem of the Board.

Motion was made by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Howard Kemp, to approve the minutes of the November 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to pay the November 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $11,920.02, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $7,691.62, for a grand total of $19,611.64. Motion carried unanimously.

The November 2007 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Update on Shingles Vaccine

Terri, Dr. Schaner, and Barb and Jan, our two public health nurses, met with Merck representatives on December 12 to get information on the shingles vaccine. Zostavax is costing about $170 per dose, but the first of the year some new programs will be starting. Terri will revisit the idea at that time.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval to change date of January board meeting from 1/15 to 1/22

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to change the January meeting date to Jan. 22, due to a conflict with school inspection training for sanitarians. Motion carried.

2. Approval of OEHA membership renewal for 2008

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given to renew membership in Ohio Environmental Health Association for Terri and Ryan in 2008. The cost is $50 each, which pays for itself with discounts on conferences. Motion carried.

3. Approval to renew Registered Sanitarian license for 2008

On a motion made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given to renew the RS license for Terri Argent for 2008 in the amount of $74. Motion carried.

4. Approval of security policy for Vital Statistics records

Terri informed the Board that our 2007 State audit docked us one point for security of vital records. She wants to add a policy into our employee handbook, “No unauthorized persons in the Vital Records department without permission of the registrar or health commissioner”. Jo-Ann Ryder suggested amending the wording to “including employees”. On a motion made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given, and the motion carried.

5. Approval of 2008 lead investigation contract with Canton Health Department

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, to approve the standard annual lead investigation contract we hold with Canton City Health Department. Motion carried.

OTHER NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval of Software Maintenance contract

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp to approve renewal of our software maintenance contract with CHC for our environmental and nursing software programs at a cost of $704.25. Motion carried.

2. Approval to hire a detective

Motion was made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Beverly Lewis, to approve the hiring of a police detective to investigate smoking violations after-hours in bars or restaurants with $1400 of our smoking program money. Motion passed, with one dissenting vote.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:55 p.m.

The next meeting will be held January 22, 2008.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President Pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

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