Board of Health 03-24-2026

The City of Norwalk Connecticut Board of Health held a meeting on March 24, 2026, focusing primarily on workforce development initiatives and emergency response team engagement. The health department presented updates on training programs aimed at enhancing staff skills, safety, and well-being, including plans for future training on climate change and health, service animals, and incident command systems. The board discussed coordination of regional training efforts and the use of workforce development funds. Additionally, the emergency response team shared survey results to improve volunteer engagement and programming. The board also reviewed policy management processes, considering distinctions between policies and protocols, and discussed a backlog of policy reviews and potential decommissioning of outdated policies. Financial discussions included a proposed fee increase for the yellow fever vaccine from $242 to $295 to cover rising costs, with consideration of hiring a billing consultant to explore insurance billing options. The board agreed to consider these financial changes further, possibly in a special meeting. Updates on staffing needs, including hiring an epidemiologist, and upcoming budget and strategic planning activities were also noted. No formal votes on procurement or contracts were recorded during this meeting.