Beach Cities Health District Board Member Resigns Because Of Health Issues

REDONDO BEACH, CA -- A recently elected Beach Cities Health District board member has stepped down because of health issues, the district announced Thursday.

Board member Lenore Bloss, who was elected in November 2016 to a four-year term after initially being appointed in 2015 to fill the vacancy created by the unexpected passing of Dr. Robert Grossman, cited emerging health issues that prevent her from being able to fulfill her responsibilities as the reason for the decision.

She announced her decision at the regularly scheduled board meeting Wednesday night. The resignation was effective immediately.

“Lenore has been an exemplary board member and a valuable contributor to the health and well-being of the Beach Cities,” BCHD CEO Tom Bakaly said. “Her passion and love for the BCHD mission and commitment to serving the community she loves will be deeply missed by all of us. She and her family are in our thoughts and we thank her for her service.”

Following Bloss’ resignation, the Board of Directors directed BCHD staff to present a comprehensive report on the costs, timelines and policies associated with the available options on how to fill the vacancy.

Beach Cities Health District, one of the largest preventive health agencies in the nation, serves the communities of Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach and Redondo Beach.

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