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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Scotland County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Mental Health Awareness and Education
A presentation from Lindsey Haywood, LCSW, on mental health awareness and education in Scotland County. Mental health access is a persistent concern in rural counties.
EMS employee retention and morale
The budget committee settled on a 5% cost-of-living increase for all staff and no new positions, declining public safety's 12% request amid uncertainty over state tax-cap legislation like Senate Bill 889.
Future of Scotland County EMS services
The county manager was scheduled to walk the Board through an EMS Request for Proposal and a Request for Qualifications for an EMS headquarters — key steps in shaping how ambulance service is delivered and where it's based.
Flu Vaccine Clinics and Community Health Events
Free flu vaccine clinics run every Thursday in October at community centers across the county, plus an employee clinic, parenting classes, and an animal welfare town hall on October 29.
Family Promise funding request
Family Promise needs $100,000 to keep serving homeless families; the board pointed it to the spring opioid-fund collaborative cycle.
NHANES Health Survey in Scotland County
Scotland County will host the CDC's national health survey as a regional site. Randomly selected residents get free comprehensive health exams and are compensated, at no cost to the county.
Integrated HHS Strategic Plan
The county's merged Health and Human Services department has a new strategic plan covering both social services and public health. It sets priorities and accountability measures, and its approval helps with accreditation. A board member wants a progress report on the integration at the December meeting.