Board of Health Call for Nominations
Nominations are to be in accordance with KRS 212.020. On behalf of the Secretary of the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), the KDPH Commissioner appoints members to 118 of the 120 county or city-county boards of health (BOH) based on KRS 212.020 and KRS 212.640.
Board of Health appointment terms are two years. This year, the appointments will be for January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028. There is no restriction on the number of terms, but each member’s term has an end date, and they must be re-nominated for a new term every two years. If a current BOH member fails to be re-nominated, they may lose the seat on the board.
Even numbered years
- physicians,
- dentists,
- pharmacists, and
- fiscal court appointees
Odd numbered years
- nurses,
- engineers,
- optometrists,
- veterinarians, and
- laypersons
Professional members must maintain a current license in Kentucky in their respective profession. Nominees must reside in the county they will be serving. If professionals in the county are unwilling to serve, the Commissioner of Public Health may appoint a resident layperson to the vacancy.
Nominations are submitted online during the months of September and October. Online nomination submission must be made by November 1st. The online nomination form, may be found on the AFM website.
Appointed members will be notified by the Local Health Department prior to January 1st of their term.
Email the Division of Administration and Financial Management’s (AFM) BOH inbox at LHDBoardofHealth@ky.gov with questions concerning state statute. This inbox receives a notification when nominations are submitted. Email mchd@madisoncohd.com with any questions regarding the Madison County Board of Health.
The KDPH will process nominations November 1 through November 30. The Commissioner will make a final appointment for any contested seats.
In December, KDPH will issue a letter(s) to the LHD Director with names of the newly appointed BOH members. The LHD Director will distribute the nomination letter(s).
If you would like to be considered for board appointment or would like to nominate someone else, read here: Statute that Governs Health Board Appointments.