Chief, Radiation Emergency Response/Environmental Radiation/Radon Sections, Bureau of Environmental Radiation Protection (Certified Health Physicist)
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Sep 17, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Public Health and Health Planning Council Annual Meeting
The council meeting addressed several strategic initiatives, including reports on the Department of Health's activities, such as Medicaid funding, the New York Health Equity Reform waiver implementation, and various public health programs like the Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Readiness Program and vital records services. Significant updates were provided regarding communicable disease outbreaks, environmental health lead safety registries, and the development of the Rare Disease Advisory Steering Committee. Furthermore, the meeting covered project review recommendations, including approvals for various healthcare facility constructions and certifications, and concluded with a report on workforce development and public health committee initiatives.
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Public Health and Health Planning Council Full Council Meeting
The council meeting featured a presentation on the disproportionate share hospital payment system, covering indigent care pools, indigent care adjustment allocations, and DSH reconciliation processes. Key updates were provided regarding the 1115 waiver, specifically the progress of social care networks, workforce training initiatives, and loan forgiveness programs. The Commissioner provided an overview of the healthcare budget, including investments in safety net hospitals, public health programs like CPR readiness, and improvements to vital records. Additionally, the Codes Committee discussed proposed regulatory changes for communicable disease reporting definitions and specimen collection to enhance public health surveillance while minimizing administrative burden.
Jun 24, 2026·Board meeting
Public Health And Health Planning Council Annual Meeting
The council held an annual meeting to address several public health and administrative matters. Key topics included the election of officers and committee chairpersons, reports on Department of Health activities, and updates on public health services. Discussions covered the Rural Health Transformation Program, the Master Plan for Aging, workforce development initiatives, and emerging health issues such as Hantavirus, medetomidine in the illicit drug supply, and alpha-gal syndrome. Additionally, the council reviewed recommendations for the construction and establishment of health care facilities and home care agencies, and discussed preparations for upcoming public events.
May 7, 2026·Board meeting
Public Health And Health Planning Council Agenda
The council meeting addressed several organizational and operational items, including the approval of meeting dates for the following year and the adoption of revised bylaws. The Department of Health and the Office of Health Care Delivery provided updates on their recent activities, and the Public Health Committee reported on its functions. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to the review of applications for the establishment and construction of various health care facilities, including residential health care facilities, ambulatory surgery centers, diagnostic and treatment centers, and hospice services, alongside changes of ownership for home care service agencies. Additionally, an executive session was scheduled to discuss personnel and interprofessional relations, and upcoming meeting dates were announced.
