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BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - January 22, 2008 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Mary Pribich Jo-Ann Ryder		Terri Argent	Larry Slagle, Councilman

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 December 2007 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay the December 2007 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $5,531.05, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $8,565.76, for a grand total of $14,096.81. Motion carried unanimously.

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

OLD BUSINESS

1. Smoking Enforcement Issues

Terri told the Board that Ohio Department of Health did not approve the hiring of an investigator for after-hours investigations for smoking, so investigations will be conducted during work hours to the best of our ability.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval to eliminate pagers as redundant communications equipment

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to discontinue use of health dept. pagers, saving $360 per year. Motion carried.

2. Approval to change after-hours emergency notification procedures

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to eliminate the answering service we’ve been using, for a savings of $960 per year. As an alternative, two contact numbers will be recorded on our department answering machines. Motion carried.

3. Approval of 2008 budget

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given of the 2008 health department budget. Motion carried.

4. Approval to condense W I C report to reduce paper costs

This idea has been tabled until we get input from more board members. M. Pribich suggested possibly sending it by e-mail.

Add-on Discussion Topic - Stark County Health Department’s Merger Proposal

The Board would like to leave the discussions about merging health departments open in order to examine how a change would benefit the citizens of Massillon. If not beneficial, no changes should occur.

The meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

The next meeting will be held February 19, 2008.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - February 19, 2008 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

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

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 January 2008 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to pay the January 2008 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $6,784.08, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $6,492.79, for a grand total of $13,276.87. Motion carried unanimously.

The January 2008 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS

1. Flu Vaccine Update

Ohio Department of Health is providing vaccine for uninsured clients only, so we will order a small amount of private purchase vaccine for first responders. We will not be holding mass flu shot clinics.

2. W I C Review

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to eliminate the answering service we’ve been using, for a savings of $960 per year. As an alternative, two contact numbers will be recorded on our department answering machines. Motion carried.

3. Approval for Nurses’ training for Communicable Disease Reporting

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given for our
Public Health Nurses to take continued training for Communicable Disease Reporting. The all day session will be held at the Akron Health Department on April 8. The only costs are lunch and mileage. Motion carried unanimously.

4. Approval to have carpet cleaned

On a motion made by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to have health department waiting room carpets cleaned. Three estimates were taken from local companies. AA1 Chem-Dry Cleaners was chosen due to their availability and satisfactory past work done for other board members. Motion carried.

5. Approval to purchase a microscope for environmental investigations

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to approve purchase of a microscope for the department, mosquito identification being one purpose for it. The one most recommended is the Omano OM2344 model, at a cost of $549. Motion carried.

OTHER BUSINESS

1. Approval for Barb Miller’s CPNP re-certification

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given to pay the re-certification fee for Barb Miller’s Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner license at a cost of $290 for five years. Motion passed unanimously.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:45 p.m.

The next meeting will be held March 18, 2008.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - March 18, 2008 - Health Department Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Mary Pribich Jo-Ann Ryder Howard Kemp		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 February 2008 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to pay the February 2008 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $9,228.08, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $8,142.99, for a grand total of $17,372.07. Motion carried unanimously.

The February 2008 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Update on Shingles Vaccine

Merck will soon contact us with possible government or group discounts.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval for Nurses to attend annual NAPNAP Conference

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given for Barb Miller and Jan Mead to attend a two-day National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners conference at Independence April 25 and 26. Cost includes $285 for the seminar, mileage, and comp time for driving. Motion carried.

2. Approval for W I C staff to attend Nutrition Training Seminar

On a motion made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given for Diana Martin and Vicki Porter to attend a nutrition training seminar in Columbus on April 15. Mileage and meals shall be the only costs. Motion carried.

3. Approval to mentor a student nurse

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given for our Public Health Nurses to mentor a nursing student from the University of Akron for two weeks in April. Motion passed.

4. Approval for Sanitarian to attend OEHA Conference

On a motion made by Mary Pribich, seconded by Howard Kemp, approval was given for Ryan David, RS, to attend the OEHA conference in Columbus April 22 and 23. Costs shall include $148 for hotel, $115 for the conference, and meals. Motion carried.

5. Approval for Mosquito Chemical handlers to attend Mosquito Control Workshop

On a motion made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given for four mosquito chemical handlers to attend a workshop in Richfield on March 26. Lunch will be the only expense. Motion carried.

6. Review of District Advisory Council Quarterly Report concerning health department merger

Terri advised the Board that Massillon and Alliance are not a part of the discussions to consolidate Canton and Stark County Health Departments.

Add-on Item - Approval for Bates Printing to print our Annual Report

A motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to approve the printing of our annual report at a cost of $317.50 for 50 copies. Motion carried.

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

The next meeting will be held April 15, 2008.

Jeffrey Thornberry Acting President pro tem of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - April 15, 2008 - Mayor’s Conference Room, 3:30 pm

MEMBERS PRESENT		STAFF PRESENT	GUESTS PRESENT
Jeff Thornberry Beverly Lewis Jo-Ann Ryder Mary Pribich Howard Kemp		Terri Argent Dr. Louis Schaner	Larry Slagle, Councilman

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

Motion was made by Howard Kemp, seconded by Beverly Lewis, to approve the minutes of the March 2008 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to pay the March 2008 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $10,256.03, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $8,080.64, for a grand total of $18,336.67. Motion carried unanimously.

The March 2008 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

1. Zostovax Update

On a motion by Jo-Ann Ryder, seconded by Jeff Thornberry, approval was given to order and administer the shingle vaccine to citizens of Massillon over 60 years of age. The cost to the client for each dose is $161.50 + $10 administration fee + $2 excise tax +$1.50 shipping, for a total of $175 per dose. Advance reservation will be required. Jo-Ann Ryder suggested we collect the fee in advance. This will be considered. Motion carried unanimously.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval to attend Spring Combined Health Conference

On a motion by Howard Kemp, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given for Terri Argent and Dr. Schaner to attend the Spring Health Commissioners’ Converence in Columbus. It will be held on May 12, 13, and 14. Dr. Schaner will attend only one day. The cost of the conference for both is $265. Hotel for Terri is $239, and meals shall be paid. Motion carried.

2. Approval for new tires on one Health car

On a motion made by Jeff Thornberry, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given to buy four new tires from Ziegler Tire for the 2001 Taurus health car. The cost shall be $354.00 at government fleet price. Motion carried.

Discussion Topics

1. Progress of new school inspection rules

Terri handed out abatement plans received from three schools. Mary Pribich inquired about the frequency of inspections and was told once per year.

2. Smoking Enforcement Update

We are issuing our first fine this week, in the amount of $200, to American Patriot’s Club. They are also under investigation for more violations, along with two other bars in town, Third Base and The Village. Board members were not surprised.

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

The next meeting will be held May 19, 2008.

Mayor Francis H. Ciccinelli, Jr President of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board

BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING - May 20, 2008 - Mayor’s Conference Room, 3:30 pm

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

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

Motion was made by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, to approve the minutes of the April 2008 meeting. Motion carried unanimously.

On a motion by Mary Pribich, seconded by Jo-Ann Ryder, approval was given to pay the April 2008 bills for the Health Department in the amount of $5,267.70, and for the WIC Department in the amount of $12,308.79, for a grand total of $17,576.49. Motion carried unanimously.

The April 2008 Vital Statistics, Environmental, and Nursing Division reports were accepted and approved without comment.

OLD BUSINESS

None

NEW BUSINESS

1. Approval for Mosquito Spray Machine Calibration

On a motion by Jeff Thornberry, seconded by Beverly Lewis, approval was given for Terri and Ryan to drive the truck to Lake County Health Department on June 19 to have the mosquito spray machine calibrated by people from ODH. An information session will also be held. A $20 fee and lunch shall be paid. Motion carried.

2. Approval for spending of Bio-terrorism/Pandemic Flu Grant money

Terri explained to the board we have $4,299.20 that must be spent by August 1. She proposed spending it on educational materials, display shelves, two push-carts for moving supplies, statpaq kits, and incident command vests for health and fire responders. On a motion made by Beverly Lewis, seconded by Mary Pribich, approval was given and the motion carried.

DISCUSSION TOPICS

1. Brief update from the Spring Health Commissioners’ Conference

Predictions of global warming are also looking at increases in mosquito populations and mosquito-borne diseases. Terri feels that increased spraying is not the answer. She would like to put together an educational campaign about mosquito bite prevention to present to schools, neighborhood associations, and the like.

2. Smoke-Free Workplace Law Update

Changes in the smoking laws will be made by next year, shortening the time before fines can be issued.

The meeting was adjourned at 3:54 p.m.

The next meeting will be held June 17, 2008.

Mayor Francis H. Ciccinelli, Jr President of the Board

Terri D. Argent, Health Commissioner Secretary of the Board