Board of Directors
Governance Structure: Board of Directors
The governance of the Uncas Health District is overseen by a Board of Directors comprising community members appointed by the member municipalities. The appointment process adheres to guidelines outlined in Connecticut State Statute, ensuring proportional representation based on population size within each municipality.
Representation Criteria
According to the statutes, each member municipality appoints directors based on population thresholds. The allocation involves one director for every 10,000 residents, with an additional director for each 10,000 population increment or part thereof.
Board Composition
The Board of Directors consists of representatives from various municipalities, each playing a crucial role in shaping health policies and decisions within their respective communities. Here are the representatives from each municipality:
Norwich
• Frank Jacaruso
• Rebecca Melucci
• Dr. Jose-Michael Gonzalez
• Pam AubinMontville
• Gary Allyn
• Deb SchoberBozrah
• Nancy Renshaw
Franklin
• Thomas Craney
Salem
• Kevin Lyden
Sprague
• Maria Gladue
Lebanon
• Keith Wentworth
Lisbon
• Damian Rickard
Preston
• Sandra Allyn-Gauthier
Griswold
• John Faulise
• Dr. Elizabeth OsgaVoluntown
• Lillian Rafeldt, RN, MA, CNE
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Each member contributes to the decision-making process and governance of the health district, ensuring diverse perspectives and comprehensive representation across the region.