DEPARTMENT: Public Health
FILE TYPE: Regular Action
TITLE
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Acknowledgment Of 2024 Public Health Achievement Awards
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Present 2024 Public Health Achievement Awards.
SUMMARY
Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 375A.04, the Dakota County Board of Commissioners is, and performs the duties and exercises the powers of, a community health board under Minn. Stat. ch. 145A, and is required to govern and administer those functions as fully as other Dakota County functions.
The first full week of April is officially designated as National Public Health Week, and this year’s theme is: “Protecting, Connecting, and Thriving: We Are All Public Health. Public health is more than just health care. It's the steps we take to make sure our neighborhoods and environment are free from pollution.”
By Resolution No. 00-175 (March 21, 2000), the Dakota County Board of Commissioners established an annual Public Health Achievement Award to recognize and honor the contributions of residents in Dakota County who devote their time, energy, and talents in their communities. The award is presented in conjunction with National Public Health Week. Awards are given in the following three categories:
• Youth Award - an individual or group, 18 years or younger at the time of nomination
• Individual Award - an individual, 19 years or older at time of nomination
• Community Group Award - an individual group, 19 years or older (community coalitions, partnerships, or organizations)
An announcement of the award, including its categories, criteria, and nomination instructions, was distributed to individuals and groups in the community. Nominations were due on April 5, 2024. The review committee was made up of Public Health staff, which reviewed the applications and made recommendations for award recipients (Attachment: 2024 Award Recipient Accomplishments).
The award winners will be announced on April 23, 2024, as part of the County Board meeting scheduled for 9:00 a.m. at the Dakota County Administration Center.
RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends the 2024 Public Health Achievement Awards be presented to:
Category Individual/Organization
Youth Vape Waste Team
Individual Bridgette Norring
Community South of the River Collaborative
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
Expenses are nominal and are included in the 2024 Public Health Budget.
☐ None ☒ Current budget ☐ Other
☐ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 375A.04, the Dakota County Board of Commissioners is, and performs the duties and exercises the powers of, a community health board under Minn. Stat. ch. 145A, and is required to govern and administer those functions as fully as other Dakota County functions; and
WHEREAS, the first full week in April is officially designated as National Public Health Week and the 2024 theme is: “Protecting, Connecting and Thriving: We Are All Public Health. Public health is more than just health care. It's the steps we take to make sure our neighborhoods and environment are free from pollution;” and
WHEREAS, all have a role to play in making our communities healthier, stronger, and safer to live, learn, work, and play; and
WHEREAS, many people in Dakota County contribute time, energy, and talent in their communities to build a healthy Dakota County; and
WHEREAS, by Resolution No. 00-175 (March 21, 2000), the Dakota County Board of Commissioners, desiring to recognize and honor these contributions, established a Public Health Achievement Award to recognize three categories of contributions: youth, individual and community; and
WHEREAS, nominees were evaluated according to and met criteria for leadership, public health contributions, collaboration, advocacy, role model, and evidence of impact.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Dakota County Board of Commissioners hereby presents the 2024 Public Health Achievement Award to the following individuals and organizations:
Category Individual/Organization
Youth Vape Waste Team
Individual Bridgette Norring
Community South of the River Collaborative
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the Dakota County Board of Commissioners hereby expresses congratulations and great appreciation for their valuable contributions to the public health mission of bringing people together to create a healthy future for all residents of Dakota County.
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
00-175; 3/21/00
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: 2024 Award Recipient Accomplishments
BOARD GOALS
☒ A Great Place to Live ☐ A Healthy Environment
☐ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☐ Excellence in Public Service
PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT LEVEL
☐ Inform and Listen ☐ Discuss ☐ Involve ☒ N/A
CONTACT
Department Head: Coral Ripplinger
Author: Jess Luce