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BOARD OF HEALTH STAFF REPORT (SR 23-014)
July 11, 2023
Briefings

Strengthening Public Health Policy (SR 23-014; J. Biermann)

Division:
Executive's Office / Jason Biermann, Senior Policy Advisor 
Prior Board Review:
None 

Background

The Health District was integrated into the County on January 1, 2023. As stated in a June 8, 2022, Snohomish County press release by then Snohomish County Council Chair and Board of Health Member Megan Dunn, “Our priority is to strengthen public and environmental health in Snohomish County.” 

 

A robust workgroup of public health stakeholders convened to develop recommendations to strengthen public health during the first three years following integration. Those recommendations have now been finalized and approved by Executive Dave Somers.

 
Board Authority

RCW 70.05.060 – Powers and duties of local board of health and Snohomish County Code Chapter 2.300

 
Recommended Motion
No motion required. Briefing only. 
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Policy Brief: Strengthening Public Health
Presentation - Strengthening Public Health