The February 2020 Board of Health meeting will take place in the Windsor Office.
February 2020 Board Meeting
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Meeting Documents
- Call to Order
- Agenda Approval
- Announcement of Conflict of Interest
- BOARD ELECTIONS
- Presentations (W. Ahmed)
- Syphilis in Windsor Essex County
- Coronavirus
- Approval of Minutes
- Regular Board Meeting: January 16, 2020
- Consent Agenda
- INFORMATION REPORTS
- Syphilis in Windsor and Essex County (Appendices) (W. Ahmed)
- The WECHU Taking Action on Climate Change (K. McBeth)
- Media Recap
- RECOMMENDTION REPORTS
- Seasonal Housing Compliance Inspections – Fee for Service Program Introduction (K. McBeth)
- INFORMATION REPORTS
- Business Arising – None
- Board Correspondence – Circulated
- New Business
- Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Report (W. Ahmed)
- Public Health Modernization Consultation (T. Marentette)
- Other Board of Health Resolutions/Letters
- Peterborough Public Health – Letter to Hon. Caroline Mulroney and Hon. Christine Elliott – Off Road Vehicle and Bills 107 and 132 – For Support
- Letter from Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health, Ministry of Health to Nicole Dupuis, WECHU – The Children Count Pilot Study Program – For Information
- Committee of the Whole (Closed Session in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act)
- Next Meeting: At the Call of the Chair or March 19, 2020 – Essex
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Adjournment
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PREPARED BY:
Lora Piccinin, Manager of Infectious Disease Prevention/Talaya Harrold, PHN/HPS
DATE:
February 20, 2020
SUBJECT:
Syphilis in Windsor and Essex County
BACKGROUND
Sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections (STBBI) account for the largest burden of all Diseases of Public Health Significance (DOPHS) in Windsor and Essex County (WEC), representing 71% of all reported cases. According to the Health Protection and Promotion Act (HPPA), health care providers have a duty to report cases of STBBI’s to public health, including HIV/AIDS, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, and Syphilis.
Local data shows that Syphilis is a significant concern. Syphilis is transmitted through oral, genital, and anal sex with an infected person. Syphilis can also be passed on to an unborn child, sometimes causing birth defects or death. Syphilis is normally diagnosed through a blood test and is treated with penicillin or other antibiotics. If left untreated, syphilis can progress through four stages of infection, with symptoms ranging from sores and rash to multi-organ system damage. Before 2001 syphilis cases in Ontario were rare, but rates have been on the rise. As noted in the Summary of Syphilis in Windsor and Essex County report, from 2017 to 2019, there has been a 134% increase in the crude incident rate of local Syphilis cases. During this same period, there was a 25.6% provincial increase, although the overall rate in Ontario remains higher than in WEC.
Infection of the brain and spinal cord, known as Neurosyphilis, has also been found to be of significant concern as noted in the Summary of Neurosyphilis in Windsor and Essex County report. This complication of Syphilis can result in symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, dementia, a change in personality, and difficulty coordinating muscle movements. In 2019, Neurosyphilis cases comprised nearly 10% of all Syphilis cases in WEC. This number has been steadily growing, with 5.5% and 3% of cases in 2018 and 2017 respectively. In addition to the increased number of Neurosyphilis cases, there has also been a shift in the age of those being diagnosed. From 2010 to 2018, all Neurosyphilis cases were over 45 years of age, however in 2019, half of the cases were diagnosed in individuals 20-44 years of age.
Individuals at a higher risk of contracting Syphilis and Neurosyphilis include those engaging in unprotected sex, men having sex with men, and individuals having sex with anonymous/multiple partners. To reduce the risk of contracting and transmitting Syphilis and other STBBI’s, individual are encouraged to engage in safer sex practices such as wearing a condom and are further encouraged to get tested.
CURRENT INITIATIVES
Currently, nurses in the Infectious Disease Prevention and Clinical Services departments provide follow up of all laboratory confirmed cases of Syphilis in WEC through the provision of direct clinical services and/or by working with primary health care providers in the treatment of cases. In addition to testing and treatment, nursing staff facilitate the process of contact tracing and confidential partner notification in an effort to decrease further transmission of Syphilis and other STBBI’s.
The WECHU continues to increase community awareness of the risks associated with contracting Syphilis and other STBBIs, especially among those who engage in unprotected sex and also through physician engagement strategies that support our local health care providers in the testing, diagnosis, and treatment of Syphilis cases. Initiatives to date include media segments led by our Nurse Practitioner (NP) and educational sessions for health care providers at various Windsor Essex County Community Health Centre sites. Additional NP led sessions are planned for the University of Windsor and St. Clair College student health services as well as Family Health Teams. In addition, Dr. Ahmed (MOH) provided an educational session at the Windsor Essex County Medical Society 2019 Annual Meeting,
A public awareness campaign is also under development. Currently data is being collected to explore clients’ baseline knowledge, risk factors and perceived barriers to engaging in safer sex practices in relation to Syphilis. This data will be utilized to direct our public messaging and communication strategy moving forward.
Approved by:
Theresa Marentette, CEO
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PREPARED BY:
Karen Lukic, Health Promotion Specialist
DATE:
February 20, 2020
SUBJECT:
The WECHU Taking Action on Climate Change
BACKGROUND
Climate change is a long-term shift in weather conditions. It can impact average temperatures, precipitation, wind, and other indicators. It is also linked to more frequent, extreme weather events such as storms that produce torrential rain and tornadoes. Windsor and Essex County (WEC) have experienced the impacts of climate change in recent years, such as record levels of precipitation which have led to widespread flooding events. There have also been periods of extended heat and the annual blue-green algae bloom in our lakes. These changes have also created ideal conditions for the survival of invasive mosquito species and a greater presence of insects that carry diseases not historically found in our region. WEC is the first region in Canada to identify adult Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, and have had evidence of the presence of Aedes albopictus mosquitoes since 2016. Both of these mosquitoes are vectors for viruses not normally seen in Canada, such as Zika, Dengue fever, and Chikungunya. These climate impacts are expected to persist and worsen as a result of past and present-day emissions (Government of Canada, 2017).
It has become necessary to take action on climate change globally and locally. These actions can have positive impacts on both the environment, and on the health and well-being of WEC residents. Initiatives and policies needed to address climate change can also help to protect human health, reduce health care costs, and improve health equity within our community. Examples include investments to protect current infrastructure from climate-related disasters, and implementing changes to building codes to increase the resiliency of buildings (Government of Canada, 2017). Changes can also be made to reduce the amount of energy we use, and the amount of waste that we generate to reduce our carbon foot print both at an individual and organizational level.
CURRENT INITIATIVES
The WECHU has taken a number of actions to address, manage, and respond to the effects of a changing climate. On November 21, 2019 the Windsor-Essex County Board of Health passed a Local Response to Climate Change Resolution that supports ongoing advocacy efforts and public health interventions to support climate change action locally. These initiatives and programs, implemented in collaboration with key community partners, will support municipalities, local organizations, and individuals to take action and raise awareness levels about the health impacts of climate change.
The WECHU has also conducted a Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Assessment which will be used to identify and understand the impacts that a changing climate will have on the health of the WEC population, and identify those populations most vulnerable to negative health effects. Data from this assessment will be used to develop action plans for the various health impacts affecting our region.
In addition to these broader initiatives, internally, the Health Unit has implemented several changes in recent years to reduce our organization’s environmental impact. Examples include:
- Creation and implementation of policies that reduce the number of vehicles on the road (e.g. staff carpooling, the use of web conferencing technology)
- Reduction of energy consumption through conversion of office lighting to LED, and the use of power-saving modes for office equipment
- Reduction of single-use plastics, and supporting staff to drink more water and less sugar sweetened beverages through the installation of water bottle filling stations within our buildings and removal of beverage vending machines
- Reduction in office waste by providing ample resources for staff to recycle paper, plastics, glass, and batteries
- Installation of bike racks at each of the 3 Health Unit offices to encourage active transportation
Looking ahead, the organization will continue to consider its environmental impacts and updates that can be made to our policies, procedures and programs with our new workspace to reflect our organizational commitment. Examples include:
- Implementation of environmentally friendly purchasing policies that encourage buying local, recyclable goods, reducing waste from food/single-use plastics and put an emphasis on reducing the organizations carbon footprint
- A building design that conserves energy and water (e.g. LED lighting, use of natural lighting, solar panels, light sensors, power save features on office equipment, low flow toilets and faucets)
- Allowing for natural, green spaces where possible in the design and incorporating building infrastructure that support staff and client active transportation such as biking and walking
Approved by:
Therese Marentette, CEO
References
Government of Canada (2017) Adapting to the effects of climate change. Retrieved on January 13, 2020. https://www.canada.ca/en/services/environment/weather/climatechange/climate-action/adapting-to-effects.html
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Prepared By:
Communications Department
Date:
February, 2020
Subject:
January Media Relations Recap Report
January Media Coverage
Total Media Coverage |
59 |
Interview Requests |
30 |
Mentions (In the news without direct interviews) |
24 |
Requests for Information | 5 |
January 2020 Media Relations Recap - Media Coverage
January 2020 Media Relations Recap - Story Source
Media Coverage
Media Outlet |
Number of Requests/Stories |
---|---|
AM 800 |
11 |
Blackburn |
7 |
CBC |
14 |
CBC Radio-Canada |
2 |
Chatham Daily News |
1 |
CTV |
6 |
Harrow News |
1 |
St. Clair College/Mediaplex |
3 |
St. Thomas Time-Journal |
1 |
Strathroy Age Dispatch |
1 |
Sudbury Star |
1 |
The London Free Press |
1 |
Toronto Star |
1 |
Windsor Star |
8 |
Yahoo News |
1 |
TOTAL |
59 |
News Release, Media Advisories and Media Statements
Date | Type | Headline | Response |
---|---|---|---|
January 8, 2020 |
News Release |
First Confirmed Influenza Death in Windsor and Essex County |
6 Stories Reported |
January 8, 2020 |
News Release |
Boil Water Advisory Issued for All Users of the Wheatley Water System |
4 Stories Reported |
January 11, 2020 |
News Release |
Boil Water Advisory Rescinded - Wheatley Water System |
2 Stories Reported |
January 14, 2020 |
Media Advisory |
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit Board of Health Meeting |
8 Stories Reported |
January 16, 2020 |
News Release |
Are You Prepared? Potassium Iodide (KI) Pill Pick Up Sessions |
5 Stories Reported |
January 20, 2020 |
News Release |
Start Your Quit Story this National Non-Smoking Week |
1 Story Reported |
Stories Reported by the Media
AM 800
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 2, 2020 |
Increased Demand For Naloxone Says Local Pharmacist |
January 8, 2020 |
First Confirmed Flu Death In Windsor-Essex |
January 8, 2020 |
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Parts Of Wheatley And Leamington |
January 9, 2020 |
First Flu Death Confirmed This Season In Windsor-Essex |
January 9, 2020 |
Student Immunization Deadline Approaching |
January 16, 2020 |
Local Health Unit Making KI Pills Available |
January 16, 2020 |
Pick-Up Sessions Planned For Windsor-Essex Residents To Get Anti-Radiation Pills |
January 17, 2020 |
Local Health Unit Wants To Make Pilot Project Permanent |
January 26, 2020 |
Radon Study Could Result In New Building Code For Essex County |
January 31, 2020 |
Coronavirus Risk Remains Low In Windsor-Essex |
January 17, 2020 |
The Dan MacDonald Show - Breastfeeding Is On The Decline |
Blackburn News
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 7, 2020 |
Respiratory Illness Prompts Local Hospitals To Enact Visitor Restrictions |
January 8, 2020 |
First Flu Death Confirmed In Windsor-Essex |
January 8, 2020 |
Tilbury Area Boil Water Advisory Remains In Place, New One Issued For Wheatley |
January 17, 2020 |
Health Unit Raising Radon Awareness |
January 19, 2020 |
Breastfeeding Rates Remain Low In Windsor-Essex |
January 20, 2020 |
KI Pill Available For Pick-Up In Windsor And Leamington |
January 28, 2020 |
Catholic Board Responds To Coronavirus |
CBC News
Note: Digital stories were not available for five of CBC’s requests.
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 8, 2020 |
Hospitals In Windsor-Essex Being Strained By Spike In Flu-Related Illness |
January 8, 2020 |
Hospitals In Windsor-Essex Being Strained By Spike In Flu-Related Illness |
January 8, 2020 |
First Flu-Related Death In Windsor Area Confirmed By Health Unit |
January 8, 2020 |
Boil Water Advisory Expanded To All Wheatley Water System Users |
January 12, 2020 |
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Wheatley Water System Cancelled |
January 14, 2020 |
How Windsor-Essex Would React To A Nuclear Emergency In Michigan |
January 16, 2020 |
False Alarm Triggers Demand For KI Pills In Windsor Essex |
January 17, 2020 |
Breastfeeding Rates Continuing To Decline, According To WECHU Report |
January 20, 2020 |
A 2-Month Wait To Fix His 2 Front Teeth: The Problem With The Ontario Seniors Dental Program |
Chatham Daily News
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 15, 2020 |
CK Public Health Adding Voices To Its Submission On Amalgamating Health Units |
CTV Windsor News
Note: Digital stories were not available for one of CTV’s requests.
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 8, 2020 |
First Flu Death Confirmed This Season In Windsor-Essex |
January 16, 2020 |
Pick-Up Sessions Planned For Windsor-Essex Residents To Get Anti-Radiation Pills |
January 17, 2020 |
Residents, Businesses And Schools Encouraged To Test For Radon |
January 23, 2020 |
Windsor-Essex Residents Pick Up KI Pills |
January 28, 2020 |
High Number Of KI Pills Picked Up By Windsor-Essex Residents |
The London Free Press
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 1, 2020 |
More Than 47,000 Naloxone Kits Handed Out By Pharmacies in Region |
St. Thomas Times-Journal
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 1, 2020 |
More Than 47,000 Naloxone Kits Handed Out By Pharmacies in Region |
Strathroy Age Dispatch
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 1, 2020 |
More Than 47,000 Naloxone Kits Handed Out By Pharmacies in Region |
Sudbury Star
Publish Date |
Title |
---|---|
January 1, 2020 |
More Than 47,000 Naloxone Kits Handed Out By Pharmacies in Region |
Windsor Star
Note: Digital stories were not available for one of Windsor Star’s requests.
Publish Date | Title |
---|---|
January 7, 2020 |
Local ERs Cope With 'Surge' In Flu, Respiratory Cases |
January 8, 2020 |
Windsor-Essex Health Unit Confirms Region's First Flu Death Of The Season |
January 9, 2020 |
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Users On Wheatley Water System |
January 16, 2020 |
Percentage Of Local Moms Breastfeeding Drops To 16.3 At Six Months |
January 22, 2020 |
Thousands Of Local Homes Likely Have Dangerous Radon Levels: 'You've Got To Test For It' |
January 20, 2020 |
Health Units Promote National-Non-Smoking Week With Interactive Web Page |
January 23, 2020 |
Medical Officer Of Health Talks About Opioids Awareness |
January 27, 2020 |
Windsor Regional Hospital Remains Vigilant With Coronavirus Protocols |
January 12, 2020 |
Boil Water Advisory Issued For Wheatley Water System Cancelled |
Note: Digital stories were not available for CBC Radio-Canada (2), Harrow News (1), St. Clair College/Mediaplex (3), or the Toronto Star (1).
The following individuals contributed to this report: Jennifer Jershy, Marc Tortola, and Michael Janisse.
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Board Members Present:
Gary McNamara, Joe Bachetti, Tracey Bailey, Rino Bortolin (via phone until 5:20 pm), Fabio Costante, Dr. Debbie Kane, Judy Lund, John Scott, Ed Sleiman, Larry Snively
Board Member Regrets:
Gary Kaschak
Administration Present:
Theresa Marentette, Dr. Wajid Ahmed, Lorie Gregg, Nicole Dupuis, Kristy McBeth, Dan Sibley, Lee Anne Damphouse
QUORUM: Confirmed
- Call to Order
Board Chair, Gary McNamara, called the meeting to order at 4:09 p.m. - Agenda Approval
Moved by: John Scott
Seconded by: Ed Sleiman
That the agenda be approved.
CARRIED - Announcement of Conflicts of Interest – None
- Board Elections
Nominations for Chair
G. McNamara relinquished the Chair to T. Marentette, Board Secretary, to begin the election process. T. Marentette opened the floor for nominations for the position of Chair noting that Administration had received two (2) written nominations for Gary McNamara. T. Marentette asked for further nominations from the floor (three times). Given that there were no further nominations, nominations for the position of Chair were closed. G. McNamara, having accepted the nomination, was appointed Chair by acclamation.Nominations for Vice-Chair
The Chair opened the floor for nominations for the position of Vice-Chair noting that Administration had received three (3) written nominations for John Scott and one (1) nomination for Tracey Bailey. The Chair asked for further nominations from the floor (three times). Given that there were no further nominations, nominations for the position of Vice-Chair were closed. The Chair asked John Scott if he accepted the nomination – John Scott accepted. The Chair asked Tracey Bailey if she accepted the nomination – Tracy Bailey declined. John Scott, having accepted the nomination, was elected Vice-Chair by acclamation.Nominations for Treasurer
The Chair opened the floor for nominations for the position of Treasurer noting that Administration had received two (2) written nominations for Tracey Bailey. The Chair asked for nominations from the floor (three times). Given that there were no further nominations, nominations for the position of Treasurer were closed. Tracey Bailey, having accepted the nomination, was appointed Treasurer by acclamation.Nominations for Audit Committee Member
The Chair opened the floor for nominations for a Member of the Audit Committee, noting that Administration had received one (1) written nomination for Rino Bortolin. The Chair asked for nominations from the floor (three times). Given that there were no further nominations, nominations for an Audit Committee Member were closed. Rino Bortolin was appointed as a Member of the Audit Committee by acclamation. - Presentations (W. Ahmed)
- Syphilis in Windsor-Essex
Dr. Ahmed provided information to the Board on the increase of cases of Syphilis in Windsor-Essex. Syphilis is a systemic disease caused by T. pallidum bacteria that is transmitted during sex. Rates of Syphilis in Ontario are going up, in 2010 there were 32 cases and in 2019 there were 81. The age distribution and who’s most affected by it has also changed as the average age has changed from 44-64 years to 20-44. Various risk factors for the disease are:
• Unsafe sex without a condom
• Sex with same sex partners
• Numerous sexual partners
If left untreated, tertiary syphilis (serious damage to other organs including the brain) may result in Neurosyphilis. In 2015 we had 1 case, and in 2019 we had 8. Those with high risk are taking medication to avoid contracting HIV.
WECHU’s role from public health perspective is to 1) follow up on all lab confirmed cases of syphilis through the provision of direct clinical services and/or by working with local health care providers; 2) facilitate contact tracing and confidential partner notification, and 3) facilitate local data collection to explore clients’ baseline knowledge, risk factors and perceived barriers to engage in safer sex practices in relation to syphilis. The WECHU follows every case, and the WECHU works to engage healthcare providers. - Coronavirus Update
Dr. Wajid Ahmed provided the Board with an update of a new Novel Coronavirus, first identified in December 2019 in Wuhan, China. When compared to SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome), this is the largest outbreak of Novel Coronavirus in the world with over 75,000 cases and over 2,000 deaths. The numbers are changing daily, with most cases (98%) in China.
The virus has spread to 28 countries, with 8 confirmed cases in Canada, 3 in Ontario. So far, there have been no confirmed cases in the Windsor Essex region, with 10 people testing negative. Of these 10, 5 individuals had influenza and 2 had rhinovirus. Today, coronavirus is not in our community, and people should still pay attention to local cases of Influenza.
The novel coronavirus is a family of viruses which, over time, tends to mutate and create something different. This is what happened with SARS and MERS (Middle East Respiratory Syndrome), they are not necessarily new, but mutate and change and detect different types of proteins. It is unlikely that this virus existed before and most people recover. Those that are most at risk are the elderly (over 65 years) and individuals whose immune systems have already been compromised.
For local response, all suspected cases are reportable to the Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Wajid Ahmed. We have developed a local response plan in collaboration with our hospitals, EMS and primary care providers, along with our health unit Infectious Disease, Epidemiology and Environmental Health departments, and we have informative and credible information on our WECHU website.
We currently have 117 cases of Influenza and WECHU produces a weekly flu report on line. We have noticed a spike in cases in the last month and also need to be concerned and take precautions such as hand washing and using hand sanitizers. Anyone visiting the ER who wishes to be tested for the coronavirus must meet case definition, or they will not be tested.
There have been two Canadians infected with dengue fever (mosquitos) while travelling to the Caribbean and WECHU will consider including the Government of Canada’s link on their website in regard to precautions while travelling outside of Canada.
- Syphilis in Windsor-Essex
- Approval of Minutes
- Regular Board Meeting: January 16, 2020
Moved by: Joe Bachetti
Seconded by: Ed Sleiman
That the minutes be approved.
CARRIED
- Regular Board Meeting: January 16, 2020
- Consent Agenda
- INFORMATION REPORTS
The following information reports were presented to the Board.- Syphilis in Windsor and Essex County (W. Ahmed)
Brought to the Board for information. - The WECHU Taking Action on Climate Change (K. McBeth)
Brought to the Board for information. - Media Recap
Brought to the Board for information.
Moved by: John Scott
Seconded by: Larry Snively
That the Information Reports be received.
CARRIED - Syphilis in Windsor and Essex County (W. Ahmed)
- RECOMMENDATION/RESOLUTION REPORTS
- Seasonal Housing Compliance Inspections – Fee for Service Program
K. McBeth brought forward a cost recovery program, for annual inspections, for Seasonal Housing Compliance Inspections for Board approval. This program is managed by our Environment Health department and dramatically increased over the last few years. This Resolution outlines, in addition with the work, significant coordination with municipalities. The workload has increased and our WECHU Leamington clerk is spending 60% of her time on seasonal housing coordination, along with water safety, and other environmental health programs. Not all health units have implemented a fee, but some health units do charge a fee of approximately $80-$100. Our cost recovery program would be used to cover the increase in clerical support.
The nature of inspections include worker accommodations, i.e. air space, and number of individuals that can stay in a bunkhouse. The WECHU works together with municipal building departments on building codes. Inspections have increased 2-3 times per year, with additional inspections required when workers move from one bunkhouse to another. This increase in inspections has been imposed by Service Canada. The owners are greenhouse growers, and food processing, and we will likely see substantial increases in a continually growing industry.
Moved by: Fabio Costante
Seconded by: Larry Snively
That the Recommendation/Resolution Report be supported.
CARRIED
- Seasonal Housing Compliance Inspections – Fee for Service Program
- INFORMATION REPORTS
- Business Arising – None
- Board Correspondence – Circulated
- New Business
- Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Report (W. Ahmed)
Dr. W. Ahmed referenced the Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Report and the Local Response to Climate Change Resolution, passed by the Board of Health in November 2019, supporting ongoing advocacy efforts and public health interventions to support climate change action locally. This report provides data on impacts of climate change, adaptation actions already in place, and policies to respond to climate change. The WECHU, City of Windsor, County of Essex, Essex Regional Conservation Authority (ERCA) as well as all of the local municipalities are working together to reduce the environmental impacts of climate change, with ERCA taking the lead. G. McNamara noted that agriculture (the food industry) is a $3B industry and this report identifies that this is not a Windsor Essex issue, but a global one.
Moved by: Debbie Kane
Seconded by: Larry Snively
That the above information be received.
CARRIED - Public Health Modernization Consultation (T. Marentette)
T. Marentette noted that our Public Health Modernization Consultation (Public Health, Municipalities, EMS) with the Ministry of Health originally scheduled for February 19, 2020, was moved to March 30, 2020. The consultation will still take place at the WFCU Centre. T. Marentette will send Board members our completed responses to public health modernization compiled over the last couple of months. Board Chair, G. McNamara, encouraged all Board members to attend, as this is our opportunity to have our say on how important public health is to our communities and to put our best foot forward. He noted that Jim Pine, CAO of Hastings County and AMO member, will be the facilitator.
Moved by: Debbie Kane
Seconded by: Larry Snively
That the above information be received.
CARRIED
- Climate Change and Health Vulnerability Report (W. Ahmed)
- Other Board of Health Resolutions/Letters – For Support
- Peterborough Public Health – Letter to Hon. Caroline Mulroney and Hon. Christine Elliott – Off Road Vehicles and Bills 107 and 132
- Letter from Dr. David Williams, Chief Medical Officer of Health, Ministry of Health, to Nicole Dupuis, WECHU – The Children Count Pilot Study Program – For Information
G. McNamara took the opportunity to congratulate N. Dupuis and her team.
Moved by: John Scott
Seconded by: Tracey Bailey
That the above correspondence be supported as noted.
CARRIED
- Committee of the Whole (CLOSED SESSION, in accordance with Section 239 of the Municipal Act)
The Board moved into Committee of the Whole at 5:14 pm
The Board moved out of Committee of the Whole at 5:35 pm - Addition to Agenda – Various Costs
The Ministry provided the template for one-time funding requests, i.e. vaccine fridges and extraordinary costs. We proposed four extraordinary costs that we would like to include in our Annual Service Plan:
• Coronavirus – more resources will continue to be required – extra costs for this month – $18k
• Public Health Inspection Students (3) for Vector-Borne Program – to cover wages, mileage and additional awareness campaign – $77k
• Migrant Farms – Communicable Diseases – utilizing staff for skin testing, etc. – $4k
• Public Health Practicum Students – to build capacity for future Environmental Health Inspectors – asking for 2 students – $10k
• What we do not receive in funding we will have to absorb.
Moved by: Tracey Bailey
Seconded by: Ed Sleiman
That the above be received.
CARRIED - Next Meeting: At the Call of the Chair, or March 19, 2020 in Essex, Ontario
- Adjournment
Moved by: Joe Bachetti
Seconded by: Debbie Kane
That the meeting be adjourned.
CARRIED
The meeting adjourned at 5:41 pm.
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