MASON CITY – Today, the Cerro Gordo County Board of Health has appointed Kara Vogelson as the new public health director at CG Public Health. “Though we received an impressive pool of candidates, Kara brings extensive experience working within the department, and a clear vision for the future,” states board of health chairperson, Jodi Draper. “We are confident we made the right decision appointing her as director of public health.”
Vogelson, serving as interim director since January, was appointed to this position today at the Board of Health meeting. She previously served in many roles at CG Public Health including spending the last three as the Deputy Director of Administration. With a master’s degree in health care administration and a certification in public health, Kara has championed public health initiatives within the communities of Cerro Gordo County for more than 20 years. It has been her passion to ensure that every aspect of the work performed at CG Public Health reflects the vision, mission, and values of the department and meets the needs of those served.
CG Public Health is located in Mason City, IA, the county seat of Cerro Gordo County. Serving over 42,000 people across 10 cities and multiple townships. Founded in 1990, initially, the only service provided was public health nursing. Over the last 30 years CG Public Health has grown and evolved and now provides over 50 programs and services to meet the needs of the communities served. CG Public Health values collaboration, innovation, adaptability, social responsibility, and financial stewardship. Supporting healthy communities through prevention, promotion, and protection to achieve our vision of a safer and healthier tomorrow.
