Wayne County Health Board Meeting of September 8, 2026

The Wayne County Health Board meeting held on September 8, 2026, was primarily informational due to a lack of quorum. Key topics included a detailed update on measles cases and vaccination efforts, emphasizing the importance of the MMR vaccine and current vaccination rates among different age groups. The board also reviewed recent public health activities such as tuberculosis testing, sexually transmitted infection screenings, and mosquito control efforts following recent flooding. Budget discussions highlighted the status of various funding sources, including COVID-19 allocations, rural health grants, and emergency preparedness funds, with specific mention of remaining balances and spending plans. Procurement-related updates included the pending approval and implementation of a contract with "My Visit" for health services management, the search for a new mobile health unit with a vendor in Indiana meeting budget and specifications, and the preparation for hiring a community health worker under a rural health grant. The board noted tight timelines for purchasing and invoicing the mobile unit to meet fiscal deadlines. No votes were taken due to the lack of quorum, but several action items were identified for follow-up at the next meeting.