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37 <br /> Describe this board/commission's activities/accomplishments in carrying out BOCC <br /> goal(s)/priorities, if applicable. <br /> Ensure a community network of basic human services and infrastructure that maintains, <br /> protects, and promotes the well-being of all county residents <br /> BOH is the primary policy-making and adjudicatory body for the Health <br /> Department and is also charged with protecting and promoting the public <br /> health of Orange County residents. <br /> The Environmental Health Division sunset the WTMP Program to avoid <br /> duplicate fees for residents with regard to having their septic systems <br /> inspected. <br /> Promote an interactive and engaging system of governance that reflects community <br /> values <br /> ➢ The Board of Health facilitated multiple listening sessions to gather <br /> community input about health needs and priorities for the County during <br /> the Community Health Assessment Process. <br /> Invest in quality County facilities, a diverse work force, and technology to achieve a high <br /> performing County government <br /> OCHD has begun dental services on the Mobile Dental Unit two days a <br /> weeks at Southern Human Services in Chapel Hill. <br /> OCHD has begun renovations of the clinical waiting room at the Whitted <br /> Human Services Building to be inviting to the community. <br /> Create, preserve, and protect a natural environment that includes clean water, clean air, <br /> wildlife, important natural lands, and sustainable energy for present and future <br /> generations <br /> The Environmental Health Division hosted a student intern from UNCG that <br /> studied the current challenges to onsite wastewater systems and private <br /> drinking water wells in the Gaines Chapel community of Efland, NC. <br /> ➢ 18 of the 51 dwellings participated in the study which revealed that thirteen <br /> were interested in municipal sewer service. However half of those <br /> interested stated that the cost of services are a hindrance for <br /> replacing/upgrading/maintaining their septic tanks. <br /> ➢ This interaction with the community afforded Environmental Health to do <br /> some additional education around maintenance of septic tanks. <br /> Ensure a high quality of life and lifelong learning that champions diversity, education at <br /> all levels, libraries, parks, recreation, and animal welfare <br /> The BOH arranges educational sessions every month during meetings to <br /> learn more about the community at-large, OCHD programs and services, <br /> and other opportunities to learn about programs across the state. <br />