Staffing:
Health Council of Marin
Loretta Rogers
Health & Human Services Department
(415) 473-4163
Administered By:
- The County of Marin
Purpose / Duties:
The purpose of the Council is to advise the Board of Supervisors and the Marin County Department of Health & Human Services on issues concerning public health and environmental impacts on public health, to advocate for the development and allocation of resources to assure quality and accessible health care, and to educate regarding issues affecting the health and wellbeing of citizens of Marin County.
Qualifications:
The Council shall have broad-based representation of the County, including diversity of geographic location, age, and race/ethnicity, and shall include both consumers and providers of health services. No more than five members shall be current or retired health service providers. Eligibility for membership on the Council is based on a demonstrated interest in the purposes and activities of the Council. Members must either live or work in Marin County. Membership is limited to adults aged 18 years or older.
Term Length:
Council members shall serve for a term of four (4) years and may be nominated for one successive term. Council members appointed to fill a vacancy shall serve out the unexpired term of their predecessor.
Number of Members:
The Council shall consist of no more than 11 members.
Reimbursements for Expenses / Per Diem:
Members serve without compensation.
Time and Day of Meetings:
Regular meetings of the Council shall be held a minimum of eight (8) times a year. Notice of such meetings shall be sent at least one week in advance. Meetings shall take place at the Marin Health and Wellness Campus on the third Tuesday of the month at 6:00 pm during designated meeting months. Any changes to the time, date, or location of the regular meetings will be publicly noticed.
How to Apply:
Applications may be obtained from the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors, Room 329, Administration Building, Marin Civic Center (415-473-7331) or access the Application online.
