By Y.M. Lowy

The Rockland County Department of Health brought together community leaders and partner organizations Friday morning for its 2026 Community Health Summit, a planning meeting focused on setting the county’s next public health priorities.

The purpose of the summit was to select two main focus areas that will guide the department’s upcoming Community Health Improvement Plan. This plan helps determine where resources, programs, and outreach efforts will be directed over the next cycle.

The Community Health Improvement Plan is used to shape prevention programs, education efforts, and partnerships across the county. Final priority selections are expected to guide department initiatives and collaborations in the coming year.