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,tl1E March 17, 2017 1 i 111‘. F\et pVN1!,. President Crivello asked if members were in agreement with her proposed amendment. She noted that each council must finalize their respective appointments to HSAC by April 15. Secretary Rapozo asked for clarification that the four appointees will be recommending the slate of officers, because Kaua`i's appointee will not take office until July 1. Further, Secretary Rapozo noted that a consensus was made at the previous meeting to continue with the rotation schedule for the upcoming term beginning July 1, 2017, with the presidency being held by Hawai`i County. President Crivello concurred with Secretary Rapozo's recollection. Vice President Kanuha agreed with the present rotation of officers occurring on July 1, 2017, and eliminating the rotation of officers thereafter. The motion to amend the Bylaws was then put, and unanimously carried. President Crivello stated that this amendment will be presented to the General Membership for confirmation on June 19, 2017. C. Consideration of HSAC Fiscal Year 2018 Annual Operating Budget as submitted by Treasurer Ikaika Anderson. Treasurer Anderson reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2018 Annual Operating Budget. Honolulu staff Francisco Figueiredo explained the Prescription Drug Promotion line item. While attending the NACo conference, Mr. Figueiredo spoke with Linda Langston, who is the NACo Promotions person dealing with the prescription drug program. Ms. Langston reported an update to the program that results in an increased reimbursement of three cents; each county will get an additional three cents reimbursement when the program is utilized. Ms. Langston also informed that public service announcements are available on the web for counties to utilize to inform constituents of this program. Mr. Figueiredo explained that this prescription drug program helps with additional expenses not covered by a person's own prescription drug insurance. Secretary Rapozo added that this program covers pet medication as well. Treasurer Anderson noted a correction to the FY2018 proposed budget for the Prescription Drug Promotion line item from $4,000 to $6,400. There were no objections to the amendment.