HomeMy WebLinkAbout12-09-1970 Board of Health MinutesThe meeting of the Plainview -Hale County Health Board was held December
9, 1970 at the Alcove Restaurant. There were 29 people present.
Dr. Wagner called the meeting to order. He explained that the HEW
here due to a special assignment.
representatives were not present and explained that they were unable to be
Dr. Wagner introduced those present. He then stated how much we
need the Migrant Grant and outlined the proposed plan of action.
1. To Develop Clinics. All doctors in the area have agreed to help out
with the clinic. There are to be two clinics each month in Rale Center and
two in Plainview.
2. To appoint a 5pecial Advisory Board. This would consist of the
board members and five migrants who represent the people.
3. Another nurse for better follow up care.
The source of the salary for the Administrative Assistant and Migrant
Sanitarian were discussed by Dr. Wagner. Mr. Martin discussed the proposed
Program that Public Health offers.
budget revision. Dr. Heye spoke on various subjects discussing the Preventative
Dr. Wagner discussed the different services presented the Migrant people
by the Plainview.Hale County Health Department. Mrs Truesdale spoke of the
increased case load and of the need for increased quantity along -with increased
quality. Dr. Freeman commented on the need for an additional nurse and the
services provided for migrants over -lapping with our own indigent residents.
Being no further discussion Dr. Wagner adjourned the meeting.
Respectfully submitted
Margaret Merritt acting secretary
for Clara Neis