Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Nutrition/Prevention and Wellness Initiatives

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Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Nutrition

The Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Nutrition consists of twelve members appointed by the Governor who have expertise in physical activity, physical fitness, nutrition and promoting healthy behaviors. The Council will:

• Assist IDPH in developing a strategy for implementation of the statewide comprehensive plan for nutrition and physical activity developed by Iowans Fit for Life, a program within the Health Promotion unit of IDPH.
• Assist IDPH in establishing and promoting a best practices internet site promoting wellness.
• Provide oversight for the Iowa Governor's Challenge for Physical Fitness and Nutrition, administered by IDPH.

Announcements

The 2009 Healthy Iowa Awards banquet was held on October 1st at the HyVee Conference Center. Healthy Iowa Community, School, University, Visionary and Emerging Leader awards were given. Watch here for a complete listing of recipients and photos of the event.

Members

• Members  

Meeting Agendas

• September 10, 2009  
• June 11, 2009  
• April 9, 2009  
• March 12, 2009  

Meeting Minutes

• June 6, 2009  
• March 12, 2009  
• February 3, 2009  

Reports

• Initial Report on the Progress of Iowa Governor's Council on Physical Fitness and Nutrition  

Prevention and Wellness Initiatives

Iowa Healthy Communities Initiative: Community Wellness Grant Program

• Healthy Communities Initiative Recipients (2009-2010)  
• Map of 2009-2010 Iowa Healthy Community Initiative: Community Wellness Grants  

Small Business Qualified Wellness Program Tax Credit Plan

• Tax Credit Plan