Sponsor: Public Health
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Appointments to the Community Health Services Advisory Committee
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Recommendation
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Appoint the following individuals for at-large positions on the Community Health Services Advisory Committee: Brady Johnson and Hongyi Lan for terms ending June 26, 2022, and Erica Morris and Rajaram Swaminathan for terms ending June 26, 2023.
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Background and Rationale
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The Saint Paul - Ramsey County Community Health Services Advisory Committee (CHSAC) advises the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners and Saint Paul’s Mayor and City Council on issues related to public health. The CHSAC meets with the Director of Saint Paul - Ramsey County Public Health, as well as other department staff. Members of the committee hear presentations and participate in discussions focused on current public health issues, which may include:
• Identifying priority public health issues based on data, community engagement, professional knowledge and lived experiences. These priority issues provide guidance related to programs and services, action teams and budgetary allocation.
• Serving on department committees such as the Ethics Committee, or panels to review grant applications, public health award recipients, etc.
• Connecting the department to communities, resources, data and insights related to a current or upcoming issue.
• Providing policy recommendations to elected officials on public health issues, such as youth tobacco use and breastfeeding friendly workplaces.
The CHSAC has a total of thirteen (13) seats-one for each district and six (6) at-large. Appointment terms are two years and staggered 50% each year.
There are four at-large vacancies on the CHSAC. Recruitment through the county’s open appointment process resulted in four applications. On September 7, 2021, the applications were forwarded to the Ramsey County Board of Commissioners for review and recommendations.
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County Goals (Check those advanced by Action)
☒ Well-being ☒ Prosperity ☒ Opportunity ☒ Accountability
Racial Equity Impact
CHSAC members have a variety of lived experiences, knowledge and skills as we work to address racial and ethnic-based health disparities and inequities that continue to exist in Ramsey County. The CHSAC provides critical direction on the department’s strategic plan and community health priorities both of which elevate and address racial and ethnic based health disparities and inequities that have been identified through the community health assessment. This committee will work in partnership with the county to ensure that racial and health equity remains a central focus creating a better future, where all are valued and thrive.
Community Participation Level and Impact
Members selected to the CHSAC provide a critical connection to the Saint Paul and Ramsey County community, bringing their diverse lived experience and knowledge to advise on health issues, priorities and policies.
☒ Inform ☐ Consult ☒ Involve ☐ Collaborate ☐ Empower
Fiscal Impact
Representatives on Ramsey County advisory boards and committees do not receive county compensation; they contribute their time and expertise to provide guidance and insights to county policies and programs.
County Manager Comments
No additional comments.
Last Previous Action
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Attachments
1. Community Health Services Advisory Committee Membership Roster