Background/Purpose of Request:
As part of Local Health Department Accreditation requirements, certain Board of Health policies must be reviewed and approved by the Board of Health/Board of Commissioners annually. These policies are as follows:
- Orientation and Education for Board of Health Members: The purpose of this policy is to address the orientation of new Board members so they can be effective in their roles and to ensure that all Board members remain current on health issues and best practices that affect Brunswick County.
- Procedures for Adjudications: The Board of Health may be asked to review action taken by health department staff in regard to investigational findings and/or rule enforcement action. The public or involved party may bring the matter to the board and a hearing may result. The purpose of this policy is to ensure certain procedures specified in G.S. 130A-24 are followed.
- Procedures for Rule-Making: Local Boards of Health have the authority to pass rules to protect and promote public health. The purpose of this policy is to make the Board of Health aware of their authority and the proper procedures needed when considering or adopting rules.
Staff recommends approval of the policies. |