HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-10-26-minutes-ph-study-sessionPublic Health Study Session
October 26, 2022
10:00 AM
Commissioner’s Conference Room
Meeting Minutes
Attendees:
Brett Wachsmith, Laura Osiadacz, Cory Wright, Chelsey Loeffers, Candi Blackford
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 10:00 am.
Citizen Comment (1 minute time limit)
There were no members of the public present.
Department Business
Action Needed: Epidemiologist Position
Chelsey Loeffers requested the approval of the Board of County Commissioners on the creation of a
Public Health Epidemiologist position. This approval also includes the promotion of Lianne Bradshaw,
Assessment Coordinator, to that position beginning January 1, 2023. Mrs. Loeffers reviewed the
Epidemiologist job description, potential wage range, and funding sources that will support this position.
There were no concerns were noted and The Board members all approved of the creation of the
position. Also briefly discussed the filling of the Assessment Coordinator position that will be posted
soon to allow the current Assessment Coordinator to work with the new coordinator.
Update on potential new emergency preparedness and response funding
Chelsey Loeffers noted the potential for increased Foundation of Public Health Funds that may be used
to potentially create a Emergency Management Coordinator position within the health department.
Currently the health department has approximately .4 FTE position that does emergency management
work. The additional funds would allow the department to increase this to a full time FTE. Discussion
was had as to where position would be housed and commissioners encouraged Mrs. Loeffers to work
with Sheriffs Office since they are also asking for additional staff in emergency management. It was
recommended to see if both departments can work together to include work for both proposed staff
into the proposed creation of 1 total position.
Other Business
No other business at today’s meeting.
Conclude
The meeting was concluded at 10:15 am.
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Laura Osiadacz, BOCC Chair
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Candi Blackford, Clerk