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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReports - 2026.05.21 - 42973May 21, 2026 COMMITTEE REPORT TO BOARD RESOLUTION #2026-6531 Appointment to the Oakland Community Health Network Sponsored By: Brendan Johnson, Commissioner Chair, the Board of Commissioners recommends the following Board action: appoint Christine Burk, as a General Public member, to the Oakland Community Health Network, to fill the vacancy for the remainder of the term ending March 31, 2029. COMMITTEE TRACKING 2026-05-12 Legislative Affairs & Government Operations - Recommend to Board the appointment of Christine Burk 2026-05-21 Full Board - Appoint Motioned by: Commissioner Ann Erickson Gault Seconded by: Commissioner Michael Gingell Yes: Charles Cavell, Ann Erickson Gault, Michael Gingell, Marcia Gershenson, Robert Hoffman, Karen Joliat, Penny Luebs, Gwen Markham, William Miller III, Angela Powell, Robert Smiley, Yolanda Smith Charles, Michael Spisz, Linnie Taylor, Philip Weipert, David Woodward (16) No: Christine Long, Kristen Nelson (2) Abstain: None (0) Absent: Brendan Johnson (1) ATTACHMENTS Christine Burk PROFESSIONAL SKILLSET Community Collaboration Crisis, Verbal & Written Communication Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Facilitation Event Coordination Government & Legislative Relations Graphic Design – Adobe / InDesign Project Management Strategic Planning Social Media & Website Content Team Leadership & Development EDUCATION Master of Arts in Communications Liberty University Bachelor’s Degree in Applied Arts Central Michigan University Major: Broadcast Journalism Minor: Journalism MEMBERSHIPS / WORKGROUPS Community Mental Health Association of Michigan Public Relations Workgroup Oakland County Opioid Prevention Task Force Oakland County Suicide Prevention Task Force Public Relations Society of America Oakland Community Health Network (2012 – Present) Chief of Staff •Collaborate with CEO on internal and external messaging about public mental health services. •Serve on OCHN’s executive leadership team. •Develop strategic communication plan. •Coordinate special events, including conferences, community forums, and training workshops. •Cultivate relationships with network service providers. •Write press releases, corporate brochures, newsletters, and print advertisements. •Manage and develop copy content for social media accounts. •Design and oversee website layout and content. •Serve as media liaison. •Facilitate outreach initiatives to create awareness about OCHN’s intellectual - developmental disability, mental health, and substance use disorder services. Easterseals Michigan (2010 – 2012) Communications and Marketing Coordinator •Wrote press releases, corporate brochures, newsletters, and print advertisements. •Served as organization liaison to media. •Scheduled and coordinated outreach initiatives. Beacon Financial, Inc. ( 1994 – 2010) Public Relations Director •Wrote press releases, corporate brochures, and print advertisements. •Supervised corporate community relations and fundraising efforts. •Oversaw bookkeeping, as well as all billing and budget procedures using QuickBooks. Lighthouse of Oakland County ( 2006 – 2007) Public Relations Officer •Organized the release of internal and external communications. •Coordinated broadcast and print interviews. •Wrote and designed monthly newsletters, annual reports, and solicitation letters. •Assisted with all special event/fundraising efforts. Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc. ( 1987 – 1994) Community Relations Supervisor (1991 – 1994) •Oversaw the distribution of monetary and in-kind contributions nationally and locally. •Coordinated special events, corporate functions, and fundraising efforts for Easterseals Michigan, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Michigan Special Olympics. Media Relations Specialist ( 1989 – 1991) •Served as local spokesperson. •Wrote press releases. •Planned special events on national and local levels. •Directed the production of all corporate publications. Publications Coordinator ( 1987 – 1989) Oakland Community Health Network Board Application Submitted on: 2026 Please Provide Information for your Home/Legal Residence First Name Christine Last Name Burk Address Line 1: Address Line 2: City/Village/Township ZIP Code Primary Phone Type Email Address How long have you been a resident of Oakland County? 35 years Are you an employee or independent contractor in a non-policy-making position with an agency under contract with the Oakland Community Health Network? Yes Please Explain I currently have a 10-hour a week contract with CARE of Southeastern Michigan. The work is specific to assisting the agency with community awareness, including social media posts, newsletters, and press releases. I am willing to discontinue this contract if it interferes with the OCHN Board position. Identify The Position You Are Seeking: General Public Are You Applying For Reappointment? No Explain Why You Would Like To Serve On The Oakland Community Health Network: My desire to serve on Oakland Community Health Network's (OCHN) is anchored in a long-term committed to prioritize and protect critical behavioral health services for Oakland County resident in need. As a recent retiree, it is my personal ambition to use my professional experiences to support local organizations that help people living with intellectual or physical disabilities, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders live successful and happy lives. OCHN absolutely meets this criteria. Have You Previously Served On A Board/Committee/Commission? No Please Detail Any Prior Work-Related or Community Service Experience and Skills That May Contribute To the Position You Are Seeking: Local human services agencies that I have worked for in the past include OCHN, Easterseals Michigan, and Lighthouse of Oakland County. Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, or were you dishonorably discharged from the military? Convictions or dishonorable discharge will not be an automatic bar to appointment. All circumstances will be considered. No Have you ever been named a party in one or more civil lawsuits? No Education High School Name or GED Eastpointe City/State Eastpoint / MI College/Technical CMU, OU, Liberty University City/State Degree(s) received Bachelor's in Applied Arts / Masters in Crisis Communication Employment Employer Oakland Community Health Network Address , MI Position Title Chief of Staff Dates of Employment 2012 - 2025 Duties Collaborate with CEO on internal and external messaging about public mental health services. Serve on OCHN’s executive leadership team. Develop strategic communication plan. Coordinate special events, including conferences, community forums, and training workshops. Cultivate relationships with network service providers. Write press releases, corporate brochures, newsletters, and print advertisements. Manage and develop copy content for social media accounts. Design and oversee website layout and content. Serve as media liaison. Facilitate outreach initiatives to create awareness about OCHN’s intellectual - developmental disability, mental health, and substance use disorder services References Contact #1 Christina Nicholas / Former SUD Director for OCHN / Contact #2 Shannon Smith / Lighthouse of Oakland County / Contact #3 Mary Humes / Oakland County Resident / App licant's Signature Christine Burk