Direct communication about issues or concerns so the CEO can attempt to resolve them before they lead to serious problems or public reactions.
Access to the CEO to communicate concerns and needs, and leadership in resolving issues.
Active participation in the Ryan White planning process.
Help in identifying nominees for planning council membership.
Selection of PLWHA planning council members who reflect the local epidemic and meet representation requirements.
Not making political appointments to the planning council.
Not appointing a CEO employee as the sole chair of the planning council. Appointing a CEO employee as co-chair only if bylaws permit.
Active involvement with local and State agencies and legislative bodies, supporting funding, policies, and other actions to increase and improve HIV/AIDS services.
Promoting HIV programs/policies with other elected officials and local/State agencies.
Leadership in seeking Medicaid managed care systems that meet the needs of PLWHA.
