10/08/2020 BOARD OF HEALTH Minutes

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There being no further comments or discussion, Veronica Warden moved to approve the 2021 Fee Schedule as presented. Motion seconded by Ernest Virgilio. Roll call vote: Ernest Virgilio (yes);Veronica Warden (yes); Brian Baumgaertel(yes). VOTE: Unanimous (3-0). 6. Review and approval of FY 2022 BOH Budget submission. Mr. Harrington commented that there were no increases in expenses and salaries were adjusted per the PAP and union contracts. Ms. Warden asked if the budget for office supplies was adequate and Mr. Harrington answered In the affirmative. Chair Baumgaertel asked if the Health Agents anticipated needing any additional funding for COVID vaccinations once they become available. Mr. Harrington stated that it would be difficult to request funds without having specific details. Chair Baumgaertel felt we should have a pool of funds available, so we are not relying completely on the state, and not left short-handed. Based on the level of public concern, there will be a high demand for the vaccine. Ms.Warden agreed stating that, more than likely,the state would provide adequate assistance, but it is better to be safe than sorry. Mr. Virgilio was also in agreement,stating that he preferred to be prepared and to have the necessary funds in place. All Board members agreed that the timing can be a challenge when going to the finance committee to request funds and, based on the urgency of the need, it would be prudent to submit a request to the Town Manager for$20K. With the full support of the Board, Mr. Harrington stated that he would present it to the Town Manager. There being no further comments or discussion, Ernest Virgilio moved to continue discussion of the FY 2022 Budget until the next meeting. Motion seconded by Veronica Warden. Roll call vote: Ernest Virgilio (yes);Veronica Warden(yes); Brian Baumgaertel (yes). VOTE: Unanimous(3-0). 7. Discussion of upcoming Mashpee Flu Clinics. Mr. Harrington commented that the flu clinics have been scheduled for Tuesday, October 271h from 3-6 pm and Tuesday, November 10'from 9-12 noon. The clinics will be performed using a drive-through format. 150 doses will be available for each clinic. The amount of high-dose vaccine is still unknown,but the Pharmacy Division is hoping to have 30 doses per clinic. A 10 x 20'tent Is proposed to be set up in the driveway by the chapel so that the nurses have cover from inclement weather. A bathroom inside the church will be made available for staff and volunteers. There are currently,two volunteers. The Clinic Ace scheduling software that Brian produced has been used for the registration process. Instructions for receiving the vaccine and the flu clinic drive-through process are provided on the registration website. The October clinic is currently 90% scheduled, and the November clinic is 13% scheduled. There has been one newspaper advertisement In the October 211 Mashpee Enterprise and there will be two more before the November clinic. Funding has been offered by HMCC in the amount of$1,939, A work plan and spreadsheet were submitted per the funding instructions in advance of the deadline, but funding has not yet been approved. Mr. Harrington spoke with a few key department heads to go over the logistics of the clinic. The Town Manager, Assistant Town Manager, Police Chief, DPW Director, COA Director and Building Inspector have all reviewed the plan for the clinic. Health Agents will meet a second time with the facilities manager at the church to confirm the setup of the tent and the overall operations prior to the clinic date. Chair Baumgaertel stated that he is encouraged that people are understanding the importance of getting the flu vaccine. Ms. Warden asked if additional doses of the vaccine could be acquired, 5