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Governor names Oliver to
State Board of Health
Gov. Chris Gregoire has appointed
Donald L. Oliver, East Wenatchee, to a position representing
consumers on the Washington State Board of Health. A veteran of 33
years in environmental public health at the local and state levels,
Oliver has also been active as a community volunteer. Oliver's term
extends until July of 2014.
Board hears about state residents' health
Leading causes of death and chronic disease in Washington were
the topic of a report
when the State Board of Health met Jan. 11 in Tumwater. Executive Director Michelle Davis
previewed the legislative session, and the Board approved a
statement about potential 2012 legislative issues. Other agenda
items include a rule delegation request about water recreation
facilities, as well as strategic plan preparation involving
immunization rates and public health
finance. A proposed final agenda
and meeting
materials are available.
Board appoints Michelle Davis as executive director
 The Board is
pleased to announce the appointment of
Michelle Davis as incoming
Executive Director. Ms. Davis started on October 16. She has
almost 20 years of public health experience. Her most recent
position was Assistant Director for Policy, Legislative and
Constituent Relations at the Department of Health. Ms. Davis has
excellent credentials including strong policy, legislative, and rule
writing experience.
Board Biennial Report is available
The 2010 Biennial Report highlights major accomplishments and activities of the Board,
suggests public health priorities for the following biennium, and may
recommend legislative action. This report
combines the Biennial Report with the
State Health Report. More information.
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