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Dr. Dennis L. Jackson, Chairman, called the regular business meeting of the New Hanover County
Board of Health (NHCBH) to order at 8:00 a.m., Wednesday, December 2, 1998, Dr. Thomas Fanning
Wood Memorial Conference Room, New Hanover County Health Department, Wilmington, North
Carolina.
Members Present:
, Dennis L. Jackson, DVM, Chairman
William T. Steuer, PE/RLS, Vice-Chairman
Henry V. Estep, RHU
Michael E. Goins, OD
Robert G. Greer, Vice-Chair, County Commissioners
Members Absent:
Gela N. Hunter, Nurse Practitioner
Wilson O'Kelly Jewell, DDS
W. Edwin Link, Jr., RPH
Anne Braswell Rowe
Estelle G. Whitted, RN
Thomas V. Clancy, MD
Others Present:
David E. Rice, Health Director
Lynda F. Smith, Assistant Health Director
Pat Melvin, Assistant County Manager
Frances F. De Vane, Recording Secretary
Invocation: Mr. David E. Rice gave the invocation.
Minutes:
Dr. Jackson asked for corrections to the minutes of the November 4, 1998 New Hanover County Board
of Health Meeting. The minutes of the meeting of November 4, 1998 were approved by the New
Hanover County Board of Health.
Recognitions:
Personnel
New Employees
Mr. Rice introduced the following new health department employees:
Ann R. Cole, Environmental Health Specialist, Environmental Health
Barbara E. Codero, Administrative Assistant I, NutritionlWIC
Margaret L. Eaton, Clerical Specialist I, Nutrition/WIC
Eileen A. Redolphy, Clerical Specialist I, Women's Health Care
Service Awards
Mr. Rice recognized and congratulated the following New Hanover County Service Award recipient:
Fifteen (15) Year Service Award
Cynthia M. Newton, Public Health Nurse, Community Health
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UNCW Nursing Students
Mr. Rice introduced and welcomed Cathy Smith, a UNCW School of Nursing student.
Dr. Jackson welcomed new employees, congratulated Ms. Newton for her years of service, and
welcomed Ms. Smith, UNCW student.
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Department Focal:
Ms. Martha B. Walton, Public Health Nurse, Community Health, presented the department focal on
"School Health: Eyes To The Future," a volunteer project of the American Association of University
Women (AAUW). In a slide presentation, she advised AAUW was founded in 1881 and the
Wilmington Branch AAUW in 1954. In August 1997, Ms. Helen O'Connell, AAUW Special Projects
Chairman, organized a group of volunteers who assist the School Health Public Health Nurses in their
annual vision screening of first, third, and fourth graders. The volunteers are state certified for mass
vision screening. The group volunteered 730 hours in 1997 and approximately 800 hours in 1998.
Ms. Walton introduced Ms. O'Connell to the Board of Health. She expressed her appreciation to Ms.
O'Connell and the AAUW volunteers for their efficient assistance in the Eyes To The Future School
Health annual vision screening. On behalf of the participating volunteers, Ms. O'Connell commended
the Public Health Nurses for their vision screening program.
On behalf of the Board of Health, Mr. Rice presented a Certificate of Appreciation to the AAUW for
their volunteer hours to "School Health: Eyes To The Future" Vision Screening. Ms. O'Connell
thanked Mr. Rice and the Board of Health for the recognition of the group of volunteers.
Dr. Jackson commended Ms. Walton and Ms. O'Connell for the department focal and for their services
to the vision screening in the schools. -
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Committee Reports:
Executive Committee
Dr. Dennis Jackson, Chairman, Executive Committee, reported the Executive Committee did not meet
in November.
Environmental Health Committee
Mr. Steuer, Chairman, Environmental Health Committee, reported the ~nvironmental Health
Committee met at 5:30 p.m. on November 4, 1998. He stated the committee decided the Orange
County Environmental Impact Ordinance needs review and study. Mr. Steuer advised an
environmental engineer feels there is something at Lucia Point. The Environmental Health Committee
plans to continue researching this issue and learn what has happened at Lucia Point. He stated the
Comprehensive Plan for Wilmington and New Hanover County does not address remediation control
before the development of property.
Mr. Steuer advised the Environmental Health Committee is addressing Body Piercing Regulations.
Ms. Dianne Harvell, Environmental Health Director, explained a committee consisting of a physician;
a nurse; a tattoo artist; Ms. Beth Jones, Communicable Disease Director; Mr. Rice; and Ms. Harvell
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plan to study and draft Body Piercing Regulations.
Mr. Steuer reported he met with Howard Varnum, US Corps of Engineers; Ken Scholar and Keith
Studt, Vector Control, to ask for funding of a new boat for the Mosquito Control Program. The
Corps of Engineers cannot fund a boat but will reimburse Vector Control for services and equipment
use. Mr. Steuer stated a 18' boat will suffice for waterway use and a hovercraft will be more useful on
Eagle Island. He advised Vector Control may need both boats for the Corps of Engineers is planning a
$3,000,000 dredging project.
Unfinished Business:
Generators at Emergency Shelters
Dr. Jackson requested information regarding the availability and wiring of generators in emergency
shelters. Mr. Greer reported the County Commissioners anticipate state and federal funds from the
Hurricane Bonnie may provide funding for disaster shelters. He stated if they do not provide funding,
the county plans to provide generators and hookups for emergency shelters.
New Business:
Recognition of Departing Board of Health Members
On behalf of the Board of Health, Mr. Rice commended'the following retiring Board members for
their accomplishments, committee assignments, and services rendered to Public Health and to New
Hanover County citizens:
Thomas V. Clancy, MD
Dennis L. Jackson, DDS
Mr. Rice presented a plaque to Dr. Jackson in appreciation for his services on the Board of Health. In
Dr. Clancy's absence, Mr. Rice displayed a plaque to be presented to Dr. Clancy. He stated Dr.
Clancy extends his best to the Board of Health and extends his regrets for being unable to attend the
Board meeting today.
Recognition of Dr. Jackson, 1998 Board of Health Chairman
On behalf of the Board of Health, the staff, and the community, Mr. Rice presented a plaque to Dr.
Dennis L. Jackson, 1998 Board of Health Chairman, in appreciation for his Public Health services. He
commended Dr. Jackson for serving as a dedicated Chairman and as a Member of the New Hanover
County Board of Health from January 1 - December 31,1998. Mr. Greer acknowledged Dr. Jackson
served five years on the Cumberland County Board of Health.
Dr. Jackson thanked the Board of Health members for their support and Public Health services. He
expressed his appreciation to Mr. Greer for his support and interest in Public Health issues in the
community. Dr. Jackson stated it has been a pleasure to serve as Chairman and to serve on the Board
of Health for the past six years.
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Nominating Committee Report
Mr. Estep, Chairman, Nominating Committee, presented the following nomInees for the 1999
Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the New Hanover County Board of Health:
Mr. William T. Steuer, Chairman
Dr. Wilson O'Kelly Jewell, Vice-Chairman
Dr. Jackson opened the floor for other nominations for the Chairman and Vice-Chairman of the New
Hanover County Board of Health. There were no nominations from the floor.
MOTION: Mrs. Rowe moved, seconded by Mrs. Whitted for the Board of Health to elect Mr.
Steuer, Chairman, and Dr. Jewell, Vice-Chairman, of the New Hanover Board of Health. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY.
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Other Nominating Committee members were Mr. Greer and Mr. Link. Dr. Jackson thanked the
members of the Nominating Committee. He congratulated Mr. Steuer and Dr. Jewell on their election
as 1999 officers of the Board of Health.
Set of 1999 Board of Health Schedule
Mr. Rice presented the following schedule for 1999 Board of Health Meetings:
Wednesday, January 9
Wednesday, February 3
Wednesday, March 3
Wednesday, April 7
Wednesday, May 12*
Wednesday, June 2
Wednesday, July 7
Wednesday, August 4
Wednesday, September 2
Wednesday, October 6
Wednesday, November 3
Wednesday, December 1
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Mr. Rice explained the regular business meetings are scheduled at 8:00 a.m. on the first of each month
except the May Board of Health meeting. The May Board meeting is scheduled on the second
Wednesday since the Annual Eastern District NCPHA is scheduled May 5-7, 1999.
It was the consensus of the Board of Health to approve the 1999 Board of Health Schedule as
presented.
Comments:
Appreciation to Dr. Jackson and Board of Health
On behalf of the Board of Health, Mr. Estep and Mr. Steuer expressed appreciation to Dr. Jackson
for his service as Chairman of the Board of Health. They related they will miss Dr. Jackson and
Dr. Clancy. Dr. Jackson stated serving on the Board of Health and serving as Chairman has
been most rewarding. He emphasized Board of Health members are asked to contribute time and I
services to the health of the community. He stated hiring Mr. Rice as Health Director, the
approval of the Animal Control Services Software, and securing sewer approved for Hanby and
Wilmington Beaches were special accomplishments during his past tenure on the Board of Health.
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He reiterated Mr. Greer has been most helpful with Public Health issues. Dr. Jackson commended the
Board of Health and the Health Department staff for their excellent services.
Mrs. Rowe complimented Mr. Rice and the health department staff on the excellent Health
Department Annual Report.
Environmental Health
Mr. Steuer asked if the water should be tested at Lucia Point since there is possible water
contamination. Mr. Greer asked if Lucia Point is on a private water system. Mr. Rice stated he will
review this issue and report back to the Board of Health.
Health Director:
Annual NHCHD Christmas Party
Mr. Rice invited Board of Health members to attend the Annual Health Department Christmas
Luncheon from 12 noon until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 16, 1998. The Christmas
Committee is planning the luncheon and entertainment. He announced there is an unannounced
mystery Master of Ceremonies.
New Hanover County Board of Commissioners Meeting - November 23, 1998
Mr. Rice announced the New Hanover County Board of Commissioners met on November 23, 1998,
and approved the purchase of the Animal Control Services Software and the Changes to the
Environmental Health Fee Schedule as submitted by the Board of Health.
Mr. Rice thanked Mr. Greer and expressed his appreciation to the Board of Commissioners for their
support and study of these issues.
Nutrition Program Director Appointed
Mr. Rice announced Ms. Nancy Nail has been appointed Nutrition Director. She begins work effective
January 12, 1999. She is Nutrition Director in Guilford County Health Department and is Chairman
of the North Carolina Local WIC Directors.
Mr. Rice expressed his appreciation to Ms. Carol Bottoms, Acting Nutrition Director, for a job well
done. He advised the Nutrition Division is full staff now.
Health Promotions Health Educator Appointed
Mr. Rice announced Ms. Renu Daryani has been appointed Health Educator in the Health Promotions
Division. Ms. Daryani begins work on January 12, 1999. This position was approved in the FY1998-
99 Budget. Ms. Reneu is currently employed as Health Educator ityRandolph County Health
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Business Officer Applicants
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Mr. Rice advised applicants for the Business Officer will be interviewed on December 14-15, 1998..
This position was approved in the FY98-99 Budget. There were 52 applicants.
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Dean Roper. School of Public Health, UNC@ Chapel Hill
Mr. Rice stated Dean Bill Roper will visit Coastal AHEC, New Hanover Regional Medical Center,
and the Health Department on December 10, 1998. A luncheon will be held in the Carl Thomas
Durham Memorial Auditorium at 12 noon on December 10.
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Salvation Army Christmas Doll Display
Board members were reminded to see the Salvation Army Christmas Doll Display at the entrance to
the health department. Employees dressed these lovely dolls for needy children. The dolls will be
featured in the Annual Salvation Army Tea.
Other Business:
Adjourn:
There being no other business, Dr. Jackson adjourned the regular business meeting of the Board of
Health at 8:45 a. m.
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Dennis L. Jackson, DVM, Cfíairman
New Hanover County Board of Health
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David E. Rice, M.P.H., M.A., Health Director
New Hanover County Health Department
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Approved:
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