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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-01 January 27 PHAB Meeting Minutes “To promote and protect the health and safety of our community.” Updated 5/3/16 Deschutes County Health Services Public Health Advisory Board MMIINNUUTTEESS January 27, 2016 12:00 – 1:30pm Stan Owen, DCHS Building 2577 NE Courtney Dr., Bend Facilitator Susan Keys, Chair Staff Coordinator Tom Kuhn, Community Health Manager Scribe Lisa Michael Next Meeting February 24, 2016 Health Services – Stan Owen Topic and Lead Introductions and approval of December 2015 meeting minutes Introductions were skipped as there were no guest speakers. Jim motioned to approve the minutes as submitted, while Katrina seconded. Unanimously approved. Brief Announcement and Unfinished Business Charla announced that the La Pine clinic has a new logo and she has been working with a marketing group to revamp their brochures, flyers, etc. Tom spoke about the new on-line health concern reporting system designed to streamline all complaints that come in. A poster has been created to display in the office and Tom brought some to the meeting to show the Board. So far the system has been working out rather well. Susan updated the Board on the new OSU Cascades campus under construction and the long range planning process. There are four pillars for the next phase of campus design and one is health and wellness. A discussion of the logistics is taking place. Susan also mentioned she attended a meeting with a primary care group on safety planning and suicide prevention. Additional training will be offered to providers on recognizing signs of suicidal tendencies and the do’s and don’ts of discussing suicide with their clients. Brochures will also be available on how to approach clients. Susan said that in the future, the OHA may award funding to support additional firearm safety research for those at risk of suicide. Additionally, David Visiko and Jessica Jacks have been involved in organizing a Central Oregon Suicide Prevention Coalition. “To promote and protect the health and safety of our community.” Updated 5/3/16 Board Members Present: Susan Keys, Kate Wells, Keith Winsor, Katrina Wiest, Jim Powell, Charla DeHate Staff Present: Jane Smilie, Tom Kuhn, Pamela Ferguson, Lisa Michael Guests: Kathleen McLaughlin, Bend Bulletin Health Reporter OSU – Oregon State University OHA – Oregon Health Authority SB – Senate Bill BOCC – Board of County Commissioners PHAB – Public Health Advisory Board BHAB – Behavioral Health Advisory Board By-Laws Review Tom asked the Board to revisit the by-laws and weigh in on any revisions that should be made, specifically the section “Article III Responsibilities”, which has not been updated in quite some time. He will email the Board for their feedback. Review of Past Initiatives Tom handed out a 5-year timeline of Board initiatives he created from 2010 to 2015. He briefly went over each and spoke about some of the highlights (see attachment). Future Direction of PHAB Discussion Some questions were asked about the Board’s function and how to participate at our meetings. Keith mentioned that we discuss topics then rarely follow-up on them when needed. A procedure should be established to bring the voice of PHAB to the surface by making a statement then following up on the topic of discussion. There was conversation of the Board’s authority and how far we can go to make our voice heard. Tom mentioned that the Board may only advise on a matter and must work through the BOCC for their approval on any of their recommendations. Other questions the Board was asked to explore are what things drive us, who exactly do we serve and what are our expectations, core values and responsibilities to the BOCC? The Board’s goal is to champion specific initiatives and hopefully make an impact in the community, while also building a connection with the BOCC to gain their approval. The Board also spoke about recruiting members from St. Charles and asked if we can serve as representatives to other boards. Can we also have an elected official present at a future meeting? It was mentioned that the Board should pick at least one topic to concentrate on a quarterly, semi-annually or yearly basis, but no decision was made. Jim asked if we could have special meeting materials further in advance so as to come better prepared to the meetings. Tom requested that the Board review the bylaws to discuss any revisions at the next meeting. Once the Board agrees on the revisions, Tom will submit any changes to the BOCC for their input and approval. He pointed out that they meet on Mondays and Wednesdays for work sessions and business meetings. Tom told the Board we will continue on the subject of our future direction next month when more members are present to join the discussion. Adjourn at 1:28 p.m.