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MINUTES ORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF HEALTH August 22, 2012 Board of Health Minutes Transcription completed by Lisa Smith August 22, 2012 Page 3 mini-grant program for staff to develop and test innovative solutions designed to improve access to health care services. And in keeping with the theme of 'threes', this resolution will also encourage the development of a fiscal monitoring system to measure the impact of innovation projects. The Orange County Health Department’s mission is to enhance the quality of life, promote the health, and preserve the environment for all people in the Orange County Community. Public health must innovate and change to remain competitive, productive and meet the public’s needs within a dynamic health care arena. The ability to access quality and affordable health care services is a key component in a person’s overall health. Current economic conditions require local health departments to creatively design programs that meet growing demands in an environment of shrinking government financial support. Motion to approve the Innovations Resolution using cost settlement funds was made by Liska Lackey, seconded by Michael Wood, and carried without dissent C. Innovation Budget Update D. Communications Strategy The OCHD Communication’s Plan is a working document that addresses communications strategies for the following areas: BOH Strategic Plan OCHD Strategic Plan OCHD general marketing & communications Division specific needs The Communication’s plan will continue to be developed as the BOH subcommittees identify interventions for each of the priority areas and as the rebranding process unfolds. The plan includes goals, objectives, target audience, strategy and timelines for each section. The Communications Manager is primarily responsible for each of the identified strategies but will work closely with the Communications Team (made up of representatives from each Division) as well as appropriate BOH subcommittee representation. E. Vacant BOH At-Large Position Recommendation There is currently an opening for an At-Large position on the Board of Health, vacated by Anissa Vines June 30, 2012 who served her completed terms. The nominating committee has interviewed candidates and is recommending Alex White for your consideration. Mr. White has a MPH, he is currently employed with the NC Division of Public Health as a Health Policy Specialist, and Mr. White has worked in the Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities as a Public Health Consultant.