HOLLAND TWP., MI (WHTC-AM/FM, Apr. 27, 2024) – As Marcia Mansaray retires from her post as Ottawa County’s Deputy Health Officer, her successor has been named.
The county’s Department of Public Health on Friday announced that Lisa Uganski will be promoted from Health Planning and Promotion Manager to the number two post when Mansaray’s departure takes effect on May 31st. Mansaray is stepping down after four years in her position and 18 years in the department, and has filed to run as a Democrat against three-term Republican incumbent Brad Slagh for the 85th state House District seat in the November 5th General Election.
“I didn’t know I would feel this way when I started at OCDPH, but I have loved everything about public health. At its core, this work is filled with purpose; it fundamentally changed who I became as a person. As I retire, I will take what I learned here into a new chapter with new adventures. My biggest regret is leaving my amazing colleagues.” – Marcia Mansaray
Uganski, whose promotion begins on June 3rd, has been with the department for 21 years, rising from the ranks as a registered dietitian and health educator to help develop what is now the Ottawa Food access initiative.
“I am excited about this new opportunity. I strongly believe in the value of public health to improve the quality of life for our residents and look forward to helping lead the Department’s efforts in Ottawa County.” – Lisa Uganski
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