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Dr. Spiro J. Macris, Chairman, called the regular business meeting of the New Hanover
County Board of Health (NHCBH) to order at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 6,
1995, in the Carl Thomas Durham Auditorium, New Hanover County Health Department,
Wilmington, North Carolina.
Members Present:
Spiro J. Macris, DDS, Chairman
Mary Lou Alford, RN
Thomas V. Clancy, MD
John M. Coble
Mary King Dean
W. Keith Elmore, RPH
Robert G. Greer
Edward L. Paul, Jr., 00
Mark A. Veenstra, PE
Estelle G. Whitted, RN
Members Absent:
Dennis L. Jackson, DVM, Vice-Chairman
Others Present:
Robert S. (Bob) Parker, Health Director
Frances F. De Vane, Recording Secretary
Invocation:
Mr. Keith Elmore gave the invocation.
Minutes:
Dr. Macris called for corrections to the minutes of August 2, 1995. The minutes were
approved.
Recognitions:
New Emplovees
Dr. Macris welcomed the following new health department employees:
J. Leigh Jackson, Environmental Health Specialist, Environmental Health
John M. Minneci, Environmental Health Specialist, Environmental Health
Ellen D. Rivet, Public Health Nurse, Women's Health Care
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Years of Service
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Sarah G. Harrell, Clerical Specialist I, Environmental Health
Monique Simon, Medical Laboratory Assistant II, Laboratory
N.C. Public Health Month Award for OutstandinQ Achievement
Mr. Parker announced that the NHCHD will be presented the North Carolina Public Health
Month Award for Outstandina Achievement at the North Carolina Public Health
Association (NCPHA) Annual Meeting on Thursday, September 14, 1995. On October 11,
1995, Dr. Ronald H. Levine, State Health Director, is to present this award to staff for their
"On Guard for Health" Health Fair held on April 29 and 30, 1995. Board members were
invited to attend this celebration.
Super Staff Award - Ms. Daisv Brown
On behalf of the Board of Health, Dr. Macris presented a plaque to and congratulated Ms.
Daisy Brown, Administrative Assistant, recipient of the January - June 1995 Semi-Annual
Super Staff Award.
Department Focal:
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Mr. Allen O'Neal, New Hanover County Manager, gave the department focal on the draft
charter for the Wilmington-New Hanover County Consolidated Government. He explained
that consolidation is the formation of a new unit of local government to provide services
formerly provided by the City of Wilmington and New Hanover County. The towns of
Carolina Beach, Kure Beach and Wrightsville Beach are not included in the consolidation
process but may vote in the consolidation referendum and all elections of the Consolidated
Government.
On February 28, 1995, a joint Consolidation Study Commission was formed by the County
Board of Commissioners and the Wilmington City Council to study the consolidation of the
two governments. On August 2, 1995, the Consolidation Study Commission approved a
draft charter for consolidation. On October 10, 1995, all registered voters in New Hanover
County will have the opportunity to vote on the consolidation of the City of Wilmington and
New Hanover County.
Committee Reports:
Health Promotions
Dr. Ed Paul, Chairman, Health Promotions Committee, reported that the Health I
Promotions Committee met at 6:00 p.m. on August 21, 1995.
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Executive
Dr. Macris, Chairman, Executive Committee, reported that the Executive Committee met
at 6:15 p.m. on Monday, August 28, 1995.
Unfinished Business:
TattooinQ Proposal
Dr. Paul explained to the Board that State Rules Governing Tattooing, enacted February
9, 1995, do not include a provision for training tattoo artists on invasive medical
procedures. He presented a proposed revision to the New Hanover County Reaulation
Governina Tattoo Parlors which would require licensed tattoo artists to complete approved
educational requirements for invasive procedures. The proposed educational component
specified in the regulations is to be planned by health department staff, and it will not be
extra expense to New Hanover County.
MOTION: After discussion, Dr. Paul, Chairman, Health Promotions Committee, moved
for the Board of Health to approve a revision to the New Hanover County Tattooina
Reaulations that states any person licensed to Tattoo shall complete an approved* course
in aseptic and sterile techniques, which shall include but not be limited to: sterilization,
hazardous waste disposal, autoclave operation, hygiene and first aid. Upon vote, the
MOTION CARRIED.
*Definition of approved course is defined as a course provided by the New Hanover
County Health Department. A fee may be incorporated in the license fee to cover this
cost. A registered nurse, preferably one with surgical expertise, may provide the training.
New Business:
"Pull The PluQ On Violence"
Dr. Paul recommended from the Health Promotions Committee for the Board to endorse
the health department's participation in "Pull The Plug On Violence" Campaign sponsored
by the North Carolina Pediatric Society, Kiwanis, and other organizations. This campaign
is to help increase community and family awareness of the influence of media violence
on youth.
MOTION: Dr. Paul moved from the Health Promotions Committee for the Board to endorse
the health department's participation in the "Pull The Plug On Violence" Campaign. Upon
vote, the MOTION CARRIED.
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Children and Tobacco
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Dr. Paul informed the Board that the Clinton Administration and the U. S. Department of
Food and Drug Administration have proposed a plan to reduce children's access to
tobacco products. Dr. Paul presented the Children and Tobacco Proposal to the Board
for consideration of health department participation.
Dr. Clancy stated that he felt the Board should address the above issue to minimize the
exposure of tobacco products to children, since tobacco takes such a negative toll on
society. Mr. Greer suggested that the Board evaluate the full issue being addressed by
the Food and Drug Administration and to consider if the Board wants to address a federal
issue. Dr. Clancy stated if Project ASSIST is addressing the affects of tobacco on youth,
this could be a duplication of services.
MOTION: Mr. Greer moved that the Board of Health not take any action on the Children
and Tobacco Proposal. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED.
ReQuest for New Clerical Specialist I Position
Dr. Macris recommended from the Executive Committee the establishment of a permanent I
full-time Clerical Specialist I position in the Communicable Disease Division.
Mr. Parker explained that currently one full-time position is shared by the Division of
Communicable Disease (50% - part-time) and Laboratory (50% - part-time). Due to growth
in both programs, full-time positions are needed in each program. Medicaid revenues will
fund the new Clerical Specialist I position. The full-time Laboratory position will be funded
by State Communicable Disease revenues.
MOTION: Dr. Macris moved from the Executive Committee to approve and recommend to
the New Hanover County Commissioners the establishment of a full-time Clerical
Specialist I position in the Communicable Disease Division. Upon vote, the MOTION
CARRIED.
Animal Control Services HoldinQ Policy for Animals Confined at Animal Control
Services (ACS)
Dr. Macris recommended from the Executive Committee the Board's approval of the
Animal Control Services Policy for Termination of Animal Confinement.
Mr. Ron Currie, Animal Control Services Director, explained that this policy will define the
policies and procedures for animals seized by ACS or any police agency for sheltering I
costs, medical costs, and animal ownership responsibilities and rights.
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MOTION: Dr. Macris moved from the Executive Committee for the Board Health to
approve the New Hanover County Animal Control Services Policy for Termination of
Animal Confinement. Upon vote, the MOTION CARRIED. (Attachment: ACS Policy for
Termination of Animal Confinement)
Comments:
Board Members
Ms. Alford, Ms. Whitted, and Dr. Clancy commended Dr. Paul for his work on the New
Hanover County Tattooina Reaulations. Dr. Clancy complimented the Board of Health
for participating in the "Pull The Plug On Violence" Campaign.
Dr. Macris informed the Board that the City Council passed an Ordinance Regulating
Animals at Festivals and Special Events as endorsed by the Executive Committee of the
Board of Health.
Health Director
Board of Health MeetinQ Date ChanQed - November 1 to November 8
Mr. Parker thanked the Board for rescheduling the date of their regular November Board
of Health meeting from November 1 to November 8, 1995. Dr. Macris recommended this
change, since it coincides with the American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual
Meeting, and Mr. Parker is on the APHA Governing Board.
Board of Health TraininQ - Tuesday. October 10.1995
Board members were encouraged to attend the Boards of Health training session, "The
Image of Public Health," to begin at 6:30 p.m. (Dinner), 7:25 p.m. (Program), in the
Coastal Area Health Education Center, Rooms C & D.
Public Health Celebration. Wednesday. October 11. 1995
Dr. Ronald H. Levine, State Health Director, will make a formal presentation of the North
Carolina Public Health Month Award for Outstandina Achievement to the NHCHD staff at
11 :45 a.m. on Wednesday, October 11, 1995, in the Carl Thomas Durham Auditorium. A
staff luncheon is planned.
New Hanover County Birth Statistics - 1994
Mr. Parker referred the Board to 1994 New Hanover County Birth Statistics from the
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources State Center from Health and
Environmental Statistics which indicate that teen pregnancy has declined.
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NCPHA Awards
Mr. Parker reminded the board of the NCPHA Annual Meeting. He stated Dr. Reynolds,
health department staff, and the NHCHD will receive other NCPHA awards.
Adjournment:
There being no further business, the regular meeting of the Board of Health was adjourned
at 9:35 a.m.
Spiro J. Macris, OS, Chairman
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Robert S. (Bob) Parker, Health Director
New Hanover County Health Department
Approved:
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NEW HANOVER COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES
POLICY FOR TERMINATION OF ANIMAL CONFINEMENT
Effective immediately, Animal Control Services (ACS) will charge for sheltering and
medical costs for any animal seized by ACS or any police agency. Once the
impoundment period has ended, ACS will notify the owner in writing.
The owner shall have five (5) working days to pay all fees and reclaim the animal. Any
owner that fails to pay all fees and reclaim the pet within the five (5) working days
forfeits all ownership rights and the pet becomes property of New Hanover County.
Owners who have their animals confined for bite quarantine at ACS will have five (5)
working days after the bite confinement ends to pay all fees for sheltering and/or
medical care. Any owner that fails to pay fees and reclaim their animal within these
five (5) working days forfeits all ownership rights and the pet becomes property of New
Hanover County.
Animal Control Services shall process the owner through Civil Court if the owner fails
to pay all the fees.
Adopted this 6th day of September, 1995.
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Signed:
Spiro. acris, DDS, hairman
New Hanover County Board of Health
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