Pitt County Board of Health Meeting - 05/12/2026

The Pitt County Board of Health held a meeting on May 12, 2026, where key topics included the Local Child Fatality Prevention Team's annual report, financial updates, and the proposed health department budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The Child Fatality Prevention Team highlighted systemic improvement recommendations such as increased grant funding, educational outreach, and distribution of safety equipment like cribs and gun locks. Financial discussions revealed a current deficit offset by fund balance appropriations, with a proposed budget of approximately $17.1 million relying heavily on fund balance and Medicaid revenues. The board also discussed modest fee increases for certain health services and the elimination of fees for cribs to promote equity. Additionally, a significant policy matter was addressed regarding a pending ordinance to consolidate social services and public health boards, with concerns raised about the lack of prior consultation and potential impacts on governance. No contract awards or vendor selections were reported, but budget allocations and fee adjustments were central to the procurement-related discussions.