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5. A discussion was held about the Human Services Committee charge and potential changes to committee structure. a. Questions were raised as to whether or not the committee and charge is serving the original purpose. The committee then discussed shared goals and purpose of MHTF, specifically with regards to advertising Interface referral service. b. Another point made to address areas of focus other than the mental health aspects, which are currently being covered by MHTF. The committee discussed the importance of continuing with organized meetings regardless of defined leadership. c. A discussion was then held about committee members serving in an advisory capacity for other community groups and committees to promote HSD initiatives, and learn more about specific programs and/or community events/programs. d. Committee agreed to focus new charge on advising HSD on additional groups/programs that could benefit the department and the Town. The committee also spoke to increasing committee membership given new focus of advisory role. 6. HSD will compile a list of community groups, mental health programs, and community organizations to assign to committee members, so that they can advise HSD on programs and promote HSD on a routine basis. 7. Next meeting date is scheduled for 12/04/19 from 7-9pm (Location TBD).