CHIP Workgroup Meeting Materials

These priority workgroups are a gathering of multiple community members from diverse cross-sectors who, by their knowledge, connections, partnership, resources or interests, can support and contribute to the development and implementation of the CHIP’s goals and objectives.

Stress and Mental Health Workgroup Meeting

CHIP Partner to Know: : Queens Village Tulsa | Oklahoma Birth Equity Initiative

Date: Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Queens Village Tulsa | Oklahoma Birth Equity Initiative, 16 E 16th St #300, Tulsa, OK 74119

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Time

Topic

Presenter / Organization

Duration

3:00 PM

Community Resource Sharing & Networking

CHIP Partners & Community Resource Partners (Partners are welcome to bring brochures, flyers, or resources to share on the community table.)

30 min.

3:30 PM

Welcome & Agenda

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

5 min.

3:35 PM

Introductions

CHIP Partners

5 min.

3:40 PM

CHIP Updates & Announcements:

Action Plan Contribution - SMH Goal 4 – Objective 4.2 – Measure 4.2.2

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

20 min.

4:00 PM

Participation Pre-Survey

CHIP Participants

5 min.

4:05 PM

Featured Partner to Know: Queens Village Tulsa | Birth Equity

DeShara, Queens Village Tulsa

20 min.

4:25 PM

Questions & Partner Conversation

Queens Village Tulsa + CHIP Partners

15 min.

4:40 PM

Participation Post-Survey, Next Steps & Closing

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

10 min.

4:50 PM

Online Meeting Adjourns

Virtual participants / Microsoft Teams

 

4:50 PM

Queens Village Tulsa Site Tour

Queens Village Tulsa

<10 min.

5:00 PM

In-Person Meeting Concludes

 

 

Chronic Disease Risk Factors and Management Workgroup Meeting

CHIP Chronic Disease Risk Factors and Management (CDRFM) Workgroup 

CHIP Partner to Know: OU Sooner Health Access Network | Featured Partner & Host: Tulsa Bike Club

Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Tulsa Bike Club Headquarters (BCHQ)
Parking: Bales Baseball Park, 5801 S Union Ave, Tulsa, OK 74107 (We will have a CHIP greeter to direct you to the meeting location.)

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Time

Topic

Presenter / Organization

Duration

3:00 PM

Community Resource Sharing & Networking

CHIP Partners & Community Resource Partners

(Partners are welcome to bring brochures, flyers, or resources to share on the community table.)

30 min.

3:30 PM

Welcome & Agenda

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

5 min.

3:35 PM

Introductions

CHIP Partners

5 min.

3:40 PM

CHIP Updates & Announcements

Action Plan Contribution - CDRFM Goal 7 – Objective 7.2 – Measure 7.2.2

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

20 min.

4:00 PM

Participation Pre-Survey

CHIP Participants

5 min.

4:05 PM

Partner to Know: OU Sooner Health Access Network

Katie Yokum, MHA, LSSGB, Sr. Outreach Liaison

15 min.

4:20 PM

Featured Partner to Know: Tulsa Bike Club

Emily Adamic, Ph.D. and Mike, Tulsa Bike Club

20 min.

4:40 PM

Participation Post-Survey, Next Steps & Closing

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

10 min.

4:50 PM

Online Meeting Adjourns

Virtual participants / Microsoft Teams

 

4:50 PM

Tulsa Bike Club Headquarters Tour

Tulsa Bike Club

~10 min.

5:00 PM

Optional Nature Trail Hike

Tulsa Bike Club | In-person participants

After meeting

Healthy and Affordable Housing Workgroup Meeting 

CHIP Healthy and Affordable Housing Workgroup Meeting 

Partner to Know: BeHeard Movement | Featured Partner & Host: Youth Services of Tulsa

Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Youth Services of Tulsa 311 S. Madison Ave., Tulsa, OK 74120

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Time

Topic

Presenter / Organization

Duration

3:00 PM

Community Resource Sharing & Networking

CHIP Partners & Community Resource Partners

(Partners are welcome to bring brochures, flyers, or resources to share on the community table.)

30 min.

3:30 PM

Welcome & Agenda

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

5 min.

3:35 PM

Introductions

CHIP Partners

5 min.

3:40 PM

CHIP Updates & Announcements

Action Plan Contribution – HAH Goal 2 – Objective 2.2 – Measures 2.2.2

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

15 min.

3:55 PM

Participation Pre-Survey

CHIP Participants

5 min.

4:00 PM

Partner to Know: BeHeard Movement

Bridget Lawrence / BeHeard Movement

15 min.

4:15 PM

Featured Partner to Know & Host: Youth Services of Tulsa | Housing & Support Services

Jessica Richardson, LCSW, IMH-E and/or Hanna Tacha, Youth Services of Tulsa

25 min.

4:40 PM

Participation Post-Survey, Next Steps & Closing

Christina Seymour, MBA-HC, Project Manager, Tulsa Health Department

10 min.

4:50 PM

Online Meeting Adjourns

Virtual participants / Microsoft Teams

 

4:50 PM

Youth Services of Tulsa Site Tour

Youth Services of Tulsa

~10 min.

5:00 PM

In-Person Meeting Concludes

 

 

Community Ground Rules

  • Everyone Deserves Respect: We treat each other with kindness, dignity, and respect at all times.
  • This Is a Safe Space: We are mindful, inclusive and respectful of different experiences and perspectives.
  • We Listen First: We listen to understand, not to respond. Everyone gets a chance to be heard.
  • We Work Together: We share ideas, build partnerships, and focus on improving community health together.
  • We Show Up with Integrity: We are honest, prepared, respectful of time and accountable for our actions.

Desired Outcomes

  • Alignment with CHIP Goals: Workgroups ensure that their activities align with the overall goals and objectives of the CHIP, contributing to the fulfillment of the broader community health vision.
  • Partnership Formation: Workgroup members identify and establish partnerships with community organizations, agencies, and stakeholders to leverage collective resources and expertise.
  • Feedback and Input: Workgroup meetings provide a platform for community partners and stakeholders to provide feedback and input on proposed strategies, ensuring inclusivity and community engagement.
  • Data Collection and Analysis: Workgroups determine the necessary data and indicators to monitor progress towards achieving the action plan’s objectives. They may also analyze existing data to identify health trends and disparities.
  • Evidence-Based Strategies: Workgroup members explore evidence-based and best-practice strategies to address specific health issues, ensuring that interventions are grounded in data and research.
  • Progress Review: Workgroups review progress towards achieving action plan objectives, identify successes, challenges, and areas for improvement, and develop strategies for ongoing monitoring.

Action Plans within the CHIP serve as a strategic roadmap that aligns with our mission and vision to create a healthier and more vibrant community.

It outlines specific objectives, measures and strategies to address our community’s health priorities in a targeted and effective manner.

Components and Definitions

  • Goal – The overarching result that the Action Plan aims to achieve, providing a clear direction for the workgroup’s efforts that aligns with the CHIP’s mission and vision.
  • Goal Sources – Data that was utilized to develop the goal and objectives.
  • Objective (Strategy/Activity) – Specific and measurable steps taken to reach the goal, outlining the desired outcomes and activities. (SMART Objectives)
  • Measures – Quantifiable indicators used to assess progress and success in achieving the objectives and overall goal.
  • Name/Agency (Responsible Partners) – Designated individuals or agencies accountable for specific tasks and activities outlined in the Action Plan.
  • Timeframe – The defined period in which each objective and activity is expected to be completed.
    • Short-term goal – less than 3 months
    • Medium-term goal – more than 3 months to 3 years
    • Long-term goal – more than 3 to 5 years
  • Tracking/Revisions Status by Workgroup Meeting – The process of regularly reviewing and evaluating the progress of the Action Plan.

Criteria Area

Description

Aligned with CHIP Priorities & Data

Supports one of the three CHIP priority areas (Stress and Mental Health; Chronic Disease Risk Factors and Management; Healthy and Affordable Housing) and is grounded in CHNA findings, partner input, and reliable data addressing root causes and social determinants of health.

SMART-Guided

Objectives are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound, with defined baselines, targets, metrics, and timelines.

Evidence-Based

Informed by CDC, NACCHO, Healthy People 2030, and other research-based frameworks, while incorporating promising local practices tailored to Tulsa County.

Measurable & Feasible

Includes clear performance indicators, baseline data, data sources, identified responsible partners, and is realistic within existing capacity and resources.

Collaborative

Designed for cross-sector engagement, builds on existing initiatives, avoids duplication, and incorporates community participation and lived experience.

Continuous Improvement

Reviewed through quarterly workgroup meetings and annual reports, with flexibility to adapt using the PDSA (Plan–Do–Study–Act) approach.

Status indicator levels in red, yellow, green and blue for CHIP plan

Learn more about the 2023-2029 Tulsa County CHIP here. For the latest updates on Tulsa Health Department programs and services, please visit THD’s homepage to explore or check out upcoming THD events and news. We encourage you to stay connected and informed as we move forward together.

“As the Project Manager overseeing the Tulsa County CHIP, I want to express my profound gratitude to our esteemed community partners. Your unwavering commitment and collaborative efforts in this five-year initiative are truly valued. We understand that the goals we set together may evolve based on changing circumstances, and your input is instrumental in shaping our approach. I deeply appreciate your support and are dedicated to recognizing and celebrating your contributions throughout the journey. Your involvement and resource sharing are vital to the success of the Tulsa County CHIP, and I am excited to work together for a healthier future for all residents.” — Tulsa Health Department Project Manager Christina Seymour

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