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Vote on a request to appoint Dr. Stephanie Freese, DVM, to fill the upcoming first three year term Veterinarian Seat on the Board of Health effective 2-20-20
Abstract
Action Requested: Vote on a request to appoint Dr. Stephanie Freese, DVM, to fill the upcoming first three year term Veterinarian Seat on the Board of Health effective
2-20-20
Introduction & Background: The county Board of Health is the policy-making, rule-making, and adjudicatory body for the Chatham County Public Health Department.
According to General Statute 130A-35, the composition of the Board shall reasonably reflect the population makeup of the county and shall include: Three public representatives, one licensed Pharmacist, one licensed Optometrist, one licensed Dentist, one County Commissioner, and one professional Engineer.
Discussion & Analysis: Board members may serve three (3) consecutive three (3) year terms. Dr. Freese is currently finishing Dr. Webster’s previous Veterinarian Seat term ending on 2-20-19, and would like to serve the first three (3) year term on the Board of Health’s Veterinarian Seat.
How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: This is a statutory appointment.
Budgetary Impact: Board of Health members are compensated a per diem and mileage. Adequate funds are budgeted annually in the Health Department’s Budget.
Recommendation: Vote on a request to approve re-appointment of Dr. Stephanie Freese, DVM to fill the upcoming Veterinarian vacant seat on the Board of Health effective 2-20-20.