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n 9 Focus Area #3: Explore the connection between health and the criminal justice system 1) By August 2015, the Substance Abuse /Mental Health subcommittee will review a gap analysis of partners, activities, and data in the areas of mental health, substance abuse, and primary care services in the criminal justice system. 2) By July 2016, the Substance Abuse /Mental Health subcommittee will receive and discuss priority actions from identified local stakeholders in the criminal justice system to improve health outcomes of those involved in the criminal justice system. Focus Area #4: Provide continuing support for county partners to implement and evaluate the Orange County Smoke -Free Public Places Rule. 1) At two meetings per year, the Board of Health will receive updates on meetings with key municipal and county stakeholders, as well as progress on key implementation and evaluation measures of the Smoke -Free Public Places Rule. The Board of Health plays a key role in advocating for policies and activities that positively impact the health of Orange County residents. As a part of building an active culture of health within our county, the Board aims to have engagement with and from the community at large. The Board of Health will work to address this issue through one primary focus areas: 1) Engaging with local government, advisory boards, and the community on Board of Health strategic plan priority areas 61", = Action Steps Focus Area #1: Actively engage with local government, advisory boards, and the community on Board of Health strategic plan priority areas. 1) Starting October 2014, the Board will receive summaries on the activities of applicable local boards or governing bodies at meetings four times per year, or as necessary for timely board action. 2) By November 2015, subcommittees will develop policy statements related to their priority health area for inclusion on the Board of Health website. 6