BOH 2026 06 23

The Tompkins County Board of Health meeting held on June 23, 2026, focused extensively on enforcement actions related to violations of the Adolescent Tobacco Use Prevention Act (ATUPA), including license suspensions and penalties for several local businesses such as Cattown Express and Yazi's Market. The board discussed compliance inspections, violations involving underage sales, and the operational status of various establishments. Additionally, the board approved adjustments to sanitary code fees and discussed proposed revisions to the Tompkins County Sanitary Code, planning a phased review process with public hearings anticipated in 2027. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed presentation on the need for a new electronic health record (EHR) system, specifically the adoption of Epic, highlighting challenges with the current system, anticipated benefits, and the financial implications including a request for additional funding from the legislature. The meeting concluded with routine monthly reports and administrative matters.