2024 Comp Plan: Public Health

Red and white button saying: Your Opinion Matters_Take the Survey NowThroughout cities of all sizes across all countries, public health is one of the more challenging issues to society today due to the wide spectrum of views about how communities and governments should handle public health. This section of the Comprehensive Plan will be conducted to discuss the choices and opportunities Smithville is facing in its ability to reach optimal health for the entire community.

The Community Forum Public Health was held on Public Health was held on Thursday, January 16 from 6:00PM-7:30PM at City Hall. Watch the meeting recording on Youtube Channel. 

This brief public health survey will help inform the discussion and results will be provided to the facilitators as a way to kick off the conversation.

Thanks to our facilitator and panelists for their time and expertise in helping Smithville navigate the complexities of Public Health.

Facilitator: Kristi Farquar, Smithville Community Clinic

Panelists:

  • Donna Nichols, Bastrop County Public Health Department
  • Phillip Marquette, Texas Public Safety Academy
  • Norma Mercado, Bastrop County Cares

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