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2000 Program Report
Independent Certification
 October 17, 2000
Martin P. Wasserman, M.D., J.D.
Administrator, Oregon Health Services
800 N.E. Oregon Street
Portland, OR 97232
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Dear Dr. Wasserman:
The Oregon Health Services formed the Technical Evaluation Advisory Committee to oversee the evaluation of the Tobacco Prevention and Education Program. Members of the Advisory Committee are nationally recognized experts in public health, program evaluation and research, and tobacco control and prevention. As Chair of this Committee, I am pleased to certify the findings presented in the year 2000 report on program implementation and accomplishments. Since the Tobacco Prevention and Education Program began, the Technical Evaluation Advisory Committee has worked closely with the OHS staff in all aspects of the program evaluation. The committee has met with OHS evaluation staff in several day-long meetings. Between meetings, we have communicated as frequently as needed. Together, the Committee and the OHS staff defined the critical data elements, data collection methods, and analytic strategies that have guided the evaluation. The Committee has also consulted in the interpretation of results and review of major program reports.
As documented in this and earlier reports, the Tobacco Prevention and Education Program has been effectively implemented statewide. Most importantly, the program has produced important outcomes, including declines in cigarette consumption and adoption of school and other community policies that restrict the opportunities for tobacco use and exposure to second-hand smoke. OHS and its partners throughout Oregon can be proud of this initiative.
The Committee looks forward to our continuing work with the OHS to protect and improve the health of all Oregonians. If we can provide further support, please let me know.
Sincerely yours,
Clara Pratt, PhD Chair
Endow Chair in Family Policy
Oregon State University
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