Advisory Board of Health — Bloomington, MN
Date: 2026-01-27

Advisory Board of Health
 AGENDA


 ADVISORY BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING
 TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026
 BLOOMINGTON CIVIC PLAZA
 (CHADWICK CONFERENCE ROOM, SECOND FLOOR)
 1800 WEST OLD SHAKOPEE ROAD
 BLOOMINGTON, MN 55431
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 6:00 PM

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This meeting will be held at Bloomington Civic Plaza, Chadwick Conference Room (second floor), 1800 West Old
Shakopee Road, Bloomington, MN 55431.

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Minnesota Statutes, Section 13D. Members of the public may participate in person or watch / listen
electronically.



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1. CALL TO ORDER

 1.1 Call To Order

2. MEETING GUIDELINES

 2.1 Meeting Guidelines

3. ROLL CALL
 3.1 Roll Call (5 minutes)

4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 4.1 Approve Minutes of December 16, 2025 (5 min)

5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

 5.1 Approve Agenda of January 27, 2026

6. STAFF REPORTS

 6.1 Division Update (15 minutes)

 Nick Kelley, Public Health Director

 6.2 Data Update (20 minutes)


 Meggan Gronli, Operations Manager


 6.3 Public Health Director Update (10 minutes)

 Nick Kelley, Public Health Director

7. ADVISORY BOARD OF HEALTH REPORTS/PLANNING

 7.1 Chair's Report (5 min)


 7.2 Opioid Work Update (5 min)



8. ORGANIZATIONAL BUSINESS

 8.1 Advisory Board of Health 2026-27 Planning (50 min)

9. OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

 9.1 Other Business / Announcements

10. NEXT MEETING

 10.1 Next Meeting


11. ADJOURNMENT

 11.1 Adjournment
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Advisory Board of Health Meeting
 APPROVED MINUTES

 ADVISORY BOARD OF HEALTH MEETING

 TUESDAY – JANUARY 27TH, 2026
 6:00 PM

 CITY OF BLOOMINGTON CIVIC PLAZA
 CHADWICK CONFERENCE ROOM (SECOND FLOOR)
 1800 W. OLD SHAKOPEE ROAD
 BLOOMINGTON, MN 55431



1. CALL TO ORDER

 Kornblum, Chair, called the meeting to order at 6:03 pm.

2. MEETING GUIDELINES

 Kornblum, Chair, reviewed the meeting guidelines.

3. ROLL CALL

 Staff Liaison Members Present

 Nick Kelley, Public Health Director John Allen
 Maureen Campion
 Staff Courtney Johnson
 Melissa Knutzen
 Meggan Gronli, Operations Manager Annabel Kornblum
 Nhi Vo, Office Assistant Starr Sage
 Jasmine Swyningan Bedford


4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 M/Allen, S/Knutzen and all voting yes to approve the meeting minutes of December 16th, 2025.

5. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

 M/Swyningan Bedford, S/Campion and all voting yes to approve the meeting agenda of January 27th, 2026.

6. STAFF REPORTS

 6.1 Division Update

 Kelley spoke on operating in a rapidly changing and uncertain environment, noting similarities to the
 complexities experienced during the pandemic, but without the same level of coordination with state
 and local partners and the absence of federal support. He emphasized that local public health

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 agencies and city governments are managing evolving challenges largely on their own, requiring
 ongoing flexibility and adaptation. In response, City leadership is providing frequent Council updates
 and has developed a centralized community resource webpage to help residents navigate available
 support. A significant focus of the update was growing concern about healthcare access, particularly
 for uninsured and underinsured residents, along with those experiencing housing instability. Kelley
 reported that fewer individuals are relying on emergency departments, resulting in visible gaps in
 care that are impacting home-visiting, prenatal, and family health services. Barriers such as limited
 transportation, hesitancy attending mobile clinics, and challenges delivering medical equipment or
 services into homes were noted. Board members and Kelley discussed and acknowledged the
 increased strain on frontline public health staff, who often serve as trusted points of contact for
 families navigating uncertainty and system gaps. While strong partnerships remain in place, funding,
 staffing capacity, and broader system constraints continue to limit available solutions. Kelley
 highlighted Public Health’s commitment to collaboration, adaptability, and transparent
 communication as it works to support health in the community during an unpredictable period.

 6.2 Data Update

 Gronli provided Board members an overview of a newly developed Power BI dashboard, which is a
 unified, cloud-based business intelligence platform that connects to, cleans, and analyzes data from
 various sources that Public Health staff collects, and applies that information allowing staff to visually
 monitor trends and guide annual work planning, strategic goals, and real-time operational decisions.
 The dashboard is part of the Microsoft Power Platform and used by Public Health’s Informatics Team
 to report on data to internal and external partners. A key feature highlighted was the Public Contact
 Log (PCL), which tracks public interactions since last year, particularly calls and front-desk inquiries
 that often represent residents’ first point of contact. The dashboard enables staff to filter data to
 identify service demand, emerging community needs, and patterns related to housing instability,
 healthcare access, immunization, environmental health concerns, and maternal and child health. By
 visualizing trends over time and across partnering cities, including Edina and Richfield, the tool
 supports transparency, strengthens data-informed resource allocation, and supports more proactive,
 equitable public health planning aligned with continuous evolving community needs.

 6.3 Public Health Director Update

 Kelley reflected on the current operating environment and the increasing impact of ongoing
 uncertainty on Public Health’s work. Emphasis was placed on the importance of transparency with the
 Board and City leadership as conditions continue to evolve. He acknowledged the growing strain on
 staff as they balance day-to-day service delivery with emerging community needs, while also
 navigating limited resources and external system challenges. Kelley highlighted the Division’s staff’s
 flexibility, professionalism, and commitment, particularly as they continue to serve residents who are
 experiencing heightened anxiety and barriers to care. His update also reinforced the value of strong
 partnerships, frequent communication, and data-informed decision-making as essential tools for
 guiding Public Health’s priorities and maintaining responsiveness during an unpredictable period.
 Kelley noted on the closeout of multiple grants and the completion of required annual reporting to
 ensure compliance and accountability. He also shared progress on the Community Health
 Assessment (CHA), noting its importance in guiding future planning and aligning programs with
 community needs. Kelley mentioned staff’s continued efforts to track and interpret substance-use
 trends, using available data to support prevention strategies and guide program focus areas moving
 forward.




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7. ADVISORY BOARD OF HEALTH REPORTS/PLANNING

 7.1 Chair’s Report

 Kornblum shared brief reflections on recent Board activities and emphasized the importance of
 continued collaboration and communication during a period of ongoing change. Appreciation was
 expressed for staff updates and presentations, which helped the Board better understand current
 public health challenges, data trends, and operational priorities. In addition, she highlighted the
 upcoming Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, late January, noting its value in providing a one-night snapshot
 of homelessness in the community and its role in informing local, state, and federal planning and
 funding decisions. Some specific, localized cancellations have occurred due to safety concerns. The
 efforts of staff, volunteers, and community partners involved in conducting the count were
 recognized, along with the broader public health implications of housing instability. She concluded
 her report with gratitude for the dedication of Public Health staff and Board members in supporting
 community health and well-being.

 7.2 Opioid Work Update

 No update.

8. ORGANIZATIONAL BUSINESS

 8.1 Advisory Board of Health 2026 Planning

 Board members resumed their discussion from last month’s meeting to review priorities along
 with potential workplan items for the upcoming year, with an emphasis on its advisory role to
 City Council. The conversation focused on aligning this year’s efforts with the City of
 Bloomington’s strategic goals, the Community Health Assessment (2024–2029), and the
 Foundational Public Health Responsibilities framework. Kelley noted that these guiding
 documents provide a shared, data-informed foundation to help identify where the Board can
 add value through policy guidance, issue exploration, and recommendations. Key focus areas
 include mental health and wellbeing, access to care, housing stability, substance use trends, and
 other social factors influencing community health. The Board reaffirmed its role as an advisory
 body providing community perspective and strategic input rather than operational oversight and
 highlighted the importance of continued communication with staff, including the use of data
 updates to inform decisions. Members expressed interest in equity-focused, prevention-
 oriented, and upstream strategies, while acknowledging the need for flexibility given funding
 uncertainties and evolving system challenges. Kelley and the Board’s discussion reflected a
 shared commitment to data-informed planning and collaborative, impact-focused goals for the
 year.

9. OTHER BUSINESS/ANNOUNCEMENTS

 A discussion took place regarding the upcoming recruitment process for new Advisory Board of
 Health members. It was noted that applications will open in February, with interviews to follow as part
 of the standard appointment process. The discussion emphasized the importance of attracting
 diverse applicants who reflect the community and bring a range of professional and lived experiences
 to the Board. Kelley reviewed the timeline for application review and interviews, as well as the role
 Board members may play in participating in the interview process.



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10. NEXT MEETING

 February 24th, 2026 | 6 - 8 pm

11. ADJOURNMENT

 M/Campion, S/Allen and all voting yes to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 7:40 pm.




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