Agenda - January 24, 2019 - Board of Health Meeting
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Thursday, January 24, 2019 - 7:00 p.m.
399 Ridout Street North
Side Entrance, (Recessed Door)
Board of Health Boardroom
Disclosure(s) of Conflicts of Interest
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Minutes
December 12, 2018 – Board of Health meeting minutes
Receive: December 12, 2018 Relocation Advisory Committee meeting minutes
Receive: November 1, 2018 Finance and Facilities Committee meeting minutes
Election of 2018 Board of Health Executive and Other Procedures
Delegations
7:30 – 7:35
Ms. Mary Lou Albanese, Manager, Infectious Disease, re: Infectious Disease Program Update
7:35 – 7:45
Ms. Shaya Dhinsa, Manager, Sexual Health and Ms. Marilyn Atkin, Program Lead, Community Outreach and Harm Reduction, re: Strategy to Address the HIV Outbreak and Related Issues in London: An Update (Report No. 004-19) and Program Update
7:45 – 7:50
Ms. Deb Shugar, Acting Manager, Screening Assessment & Intervention re: Screening Assessment and Intervention Program Update
7:50 – 7:55
Mr. Fatih Sekercioglu, Manager, Safe Water, Rabies & Vector-Borne Disease re: Safe Water, Rabies & Vector Borne Disease Program Update
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Item # |
Report Name and Number |
Link to Additional Information |
Delegation |
Recommendation |
Information |
Brief Overview |
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Meeting Procedures |
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Election of 2019 Board of Health Executive and other Procedures |
x | To fulfill the requirements of the first Board of Health meeting of each year, e.g., election of Chair/Vice Chair and standing comittees for 2019. | |||
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Recommendation Reports |
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Diversity and Inclusion Assessment
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x | Approve negotiations with a contractor to conduct MLHU’s diversity and inclusion assessment. | |||
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Location Project Update |
Appendix A | x | x | To provide an update on the Health Unit’s location project. | |
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Information Reports |
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Active Tuberculosis in a Shelter
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Appendix A | x | To provide an update on the investigation and response to a case of active tuberculosis who had been living in the shelter system. | ||
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Strategy to Address the HIV Outbreak and Related Issues in London: An Update |
x | x | To provide an update on the number of HIV cases and implemented strategies to increase access to harm reduction supplies and improve treatment pathways for at-risk and HIV positive clients. | ||
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Update on Transfer of Lead Agency responsibilities for tykeTALK, Infant Hearing and Blind/Low Vision Early Intervention Programs |
Appendix A | x | To provide an update on the plan for Thames Valley Children’s Centre to fully transition into the Lead Agency role for tykeTALK, Infant Hearing and Blind/Low Vision Early Intervention Programs by September 2019. | ||
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Summary Information Report for January |
x | To provide an update on Health Unit programs and services for January 2019. | |||
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Medical Officer of Health/Chief Executive Officer Activity Report for January |
x | To provide an update on the activities of the MOH/CEO. | |||
Other Business
- New Board Members
- Confidentiality Attestation and Conflict of Interest Declaration:
Next Meetings:
- Next Finance and Facilities Committee Meeting: Thursday, February 7, 2019 @ 9:00 a.m.
- Next Board of Health Meeting: Thursday, February 21, 2019 @ 7:00 p.m.
- Next Governance Committee Meeting is scheduled for March 21, 2019.
Correspondence
a) Date: 2018 December 7
Topic: Support for Provincial Oral Health Program for Low-Income Adults and Seniors
From: Public Health Sudbury & Districts
To: Honourable Doug Ford
Background:
On December 7, 2018, Public Health Sudbury & Districts wrote to Premier Doug Ford expressing sincere appreciation for the provincial government’s support of a provincial oral health program for low-income seniors. Public Health Sudbury & Districts identified a need to expand oral health programs to low-income adults, in addition to those in place or planned for children, youth, and seniors.
Recommendation: Receive.
b) Date: 2018 November 27
Topic: Healthy Babies Healthy Children Program Funding
From: Thunder Bay District Health Unit
To: Honourable Lisa MacLeod
Background:
On November 21, 2018, the Board of Health for Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) wrote to Minister Lisa MacLeod regarding provincial funding allocations for the Health Babies, Healthy Children (HBHC) program. While TBDHU has made every effort to mitigate the outcome of an ongoing funding shortfall, it has become challenging to meet targets set out in HBHC service agreements. Without a funding level increase, services for high-risk families will be reduced. The TBDHU advocates for the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services to fully fund the HBHC program, including staffing, operating, and administrative costs.
Recommendation: Receive.
c) Date: 2018 November 27
Topic: alPHa Board of Directors Meets with Minister of Health and Long-Term Care
From: Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa)
To: All Board of Health members
Background:
On November 23, 2018, Minister Christine Elliott met with the Board of Directors of the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa). The Minister was provided with an overview of alPHa, the upstream importance of public health, and the key role that boards of health and public health units play in their respective communities. Minister Elliott acknowledged the importance of alPHa members being on the front lines of the public health system.
Recommendation: Receive.
d) Date: 2018 November 27
Topic: Results of the 2018 Nutritious Food Basket Survey for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health
From: Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health
To: Honourable Lisa MacLeod
Background:
On November 27, 2018, Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health (WDGPH) notified Minister MacLeod of the release of its Nutritious Food Basket (NFB) survey and shared the survey results and findings as published in their Board of Health report of November 7, 2018. The NFB provides a standardized measurement for the cost of a “basket” of healthy foods that reflects Canadian nutrition recommendations and food purchasing patterns. It was evident through the results of the survey that households with limited incomes struggle to afford nutritious food. The findings also highlight the challenges faced by individuals on social assistance to stay healthy and avoid chronic diseases and mental health problems.
Recommendation: Receive.
e) Date: 2018 November 21
Topic: Ontario’s Basic Income Pilot
From: Thunder Bay District Health Unit
To: Premier Doug Ford, Honourable Lisa MacLeod
Background:
On November 21, 2018, the Board of Health for the Thunder Bay District Health Unit (TBDHU) wrote to Premier Doug Ford and Minister MacLeod expressing concern over the termination of Ontario’s Basic Income Pilot and the reduction of the scheduled increase to Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program. The TBDHU urges the provincial government to reconsider its decision, as significant resources have been invested in planning and implementing the project, and as these programs address issues of poverty as public health priorities. Thunder Bay had been designated as a pilot site for the Ontario Basic Income Pilot, and the Board of Health for TBDHU fully supports continuation of the pilot based on evidence-informed research indicating the strong relationship between income, food security, and health.
Recommendation: Receive.
f) Date: 2018 December 05
Topic: Cannabis Retail Locations
From: KFL&A Public Health
To: Honourable Caroline Mulroney, Attorney General
Background:
On December 5, 2018, the Board of Health for KFL&A Public Health wrote to Minister Caroline Mulroney expressing concern about the regulations regarding the physical availability of cannabis. KFL&A Public Health urges the provincial government to strengthen these regulations by increasing the minimum distance requirement of 150 metres between cannabis retail locations and schools.
Recommendation: Receive.
g) Date: 2018 December 14
Topic: 2018 alPHa Board of Health Orientation Manual and Governance Toolkit
From: Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa)
To: All Board of Health members
Background:
On December 14, 2018, the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) released its updated 2018 Orientation Manual for Board of Health Members and the companion document Governance Toolkit for Ontario Boards of Health. The province’s Ontario Municipal Councillor’s Guide 2018 is also available for Board of Health members new to municipal council.
Recommendation: Receive.
h) Date: 2018 December 19
Topic: Association of Local Public Health Agencies Update to Board of Health Members
From: Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa)
To: Ontario Boards of Health
Background:
On December 19, 2018, the Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) provided an update that included welcoming new and returning board of health members and announced the release of its updated 2018 Orientation Manual for Board of Health Members and the companion document Governance Toolkit for Ontario Boards of Health. alPHa also extends an invitation to its upcoming 2019 Winter Symposium on February 21, 2019. Refer to correspondence item h) in the December 12, 2018 Board of Health agenda. Additional updates were provided, which included information regarding public consultation on Bill 66 available on the alPHa website and about the November 23, 2018 meeting between the alPHa Board of Directors and Minister Christine Elliott.
Recommendation: Receive.
i) Date: 2018 December 19
Topic: Representation on the Middlesex-London Board of Health
From: Kathy Bunting, Clerk, County of Middlesex
To: Dr. Christopher Mackie, Medical Officer of Health, Middlesex-London Health Unit
Background:
Members from Middlesex County appointed to the Middlesex-London Board of Health were appointed for the term December 18, 2018, to November 30, 2022.
Recommendation: Receive.
j) Date: 2018 December 06
Topic: Appointments to the Middlesex-London Health Unit Board of Directors
From: Cathy Saunders, Clerk, City of London
To: Dr. Christopher Mackie, Medical Officer of Health, Middlesex-London Health Unit
Background:
Members from the City of London appointed to the Middlesex-London Board of Health were appointed for the term December 1, 2018, to November 15, 2022.
Recommendation: Receive.
k) Date: 2018 December 21
Topic: Sudbury and Districts Cost-Shared Operating Budget for 2019
From: Public Health Sudbury & Districts
To: Honourable Christine Elliott
Background:
On December 21, 2018, the Board of Health for Public Health Sudbury & Districts advised Minister Christine Elliott of its approved cost-shared operating budget for 2019. Although Public Health Sudbury & Districts is committed to balancing competing needs for fiscal restraint with the need for enhanced public health programming, the Board of Health is concerned over the increasing fiscal burden this places on constituent municipalities.
Recommendation: Receive.
l) Date: 2019 January 2
Topic: 2019–2022 Strategic Plan
From: Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
To: Ontario Boards of Health
Background:
On January 2, 2019, Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit shared its 2019–2022 Strategic Plan, focusing on four priorities: relationships, public health standards, accountability, and governance.
Recommendation: Receive.
m) Date: 2019 November 13
Topic: Association of Local Public Health Agencies 2019 Winter Symposium
From: Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa)
To: All Health Units
Background:
The Association of Local Public Health Agencies (alPHa) will hold its 2019 Winter Symposium on February 21, 2019, at the Chestnut Conference Centre, 89 Chestnut Street, in downtown Toronto. The one-day event will feature plenary speakers in the morning, followed by concurrent afternoon meetings for board of health members and medical officers of health and associate MOHs. An evening reception and lecture is planned at a location within walking distance of the morning/afternoon sessions.
Recommendation: Receive.
n) Date: 2019 January 02 [Received January 15]
Topic: Interim Supervised Consumption Site
From: Christine Elliott, Deputy Premier and Minister of Health and Long-Term Care
To: Chair, Middlesex-London Board of Health
Background:
On January 15, 2018 Minister Christine Elliott advised the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s Board of Health that the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care is providing Regional HIV/AIDS Connection with up to $510,000 in one-time funding for the 2018-19 year to support the interim SCS at the 186 King Street facility. The Minister also identified that the exemption from the Minister of Health and Long-Term Care to operate an Overdose Prevention Site (OPS) is no longer required as it duplicates the temporary exemption from the federal Minister of Health, to operate an interim Supervised Consumption Service (SCS) at 186 King Street.
Recommendation: Receive.
Confidential
The Board of Health will move in-camera to approve Confidential minutes from the December 12, 2018 Board of Health meeting.
Adjournment
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