Public Health warns of measles cases; county readies RFP for 7-district redistricting
Summary
Des Moines County Public Health reported confirmed measles cases in southern Iowa and urged symptomatic residents to seek care; Director Christa Poggemiller said the department awaits an RFP on regional redistricting that would move public health into seven districts starting Jan. 2027.
Des Moines County Public Health Director Christa Poggemiller told the Board on Aug. 18 that there are confirmed measles cases in southern Iowa and urged anyone with symptoms to contact their health-care provider for evaluation. Poggemiller also said she is "waiting for the RFP to open" on a planned reorganization that would move Public Health into seven districts, with a targeted start in January 2027.
The item was presented during the department-heads portion of the meeting and drew no formal action; the Board did not vote on redistricting at this session. The update serves as a public-health advisory to residents and a notice to local providers about an upcoming administrative change should the RFP proceed as described.
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