In 1966, the Boone County Health Council, which was
introduced in 1937, was dissolved and the Boone County Department of
Public Health was established by
resolution. In 1985, Boone county voters passed a referendum allowing
the county to levy a tax in support of public health. The
department has since met the criteria necessary to
be designated
as a certified public health
department by the Illinois Department of Public Health. A volunteer,
11-member Board of Health is appointed by the county board chairman and
approved by the county board. Illinois state statute requires
the
board include: two physicians, a
dentist, a
county board representative, and interested community
members.
These volunteers serve 3-year terms and represent the community at
large. The
Board
of Health governs health department operational issues such as the
annual budget and the development of policy and procedures.
The BCDPH will be recognized throughout the State of
Illinois as:
a
catalyst to inspire and guide
the community towards optimal health;
a
creative and innovative
leader in quality public health program delivery;
a
model in public health
program performance measurements;
a
team of public health
professionals who exemplify common core values and goals.
Disclaimer
The information on this site is meant to provide an additional source
of news about the Boone County Board and its activities. It is subject
to change and is not a substitute for any official agenda, statement or
official meeting. All notice requirements must still be done in
accordance with the existing law and those citizens who discuss issues
before the Boone County Board should follow the established procedure.
For any further questions, please call the County Administration Office
at (815) 547-4770.
