Outdated department structure (Public Welfare, Health Officer)
Vandalia
Summary
The charter still lists a Department of Public Welfare and a Health Officer, but Montgomery County took over public health decades ago. The committee flagged these as low-priority cleanups, noting Parks and Rec already covers much of the welfare function.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
A loyalty bonus program and pay provisions would carry cost implications if adopted.
Voters get a cleaner, more accurate charter if it ever reaches the ballot.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Charter Review Committee - Sep 10, 2026
The charter still lists a Department of Public Welfare and a Health Officer, but Montgomery County took over public health decades ago. The committee flagged these as low-priority cleanups, noting Parks and Rec already covers much of the welfare function.
City Council (Retreat) - Jul 23, 2026
Proposed changes include a loyalty bonus program, outside employment policy, pay corrections, comp time and prior service credit tweaks — no decisions yet.
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