Health Care Center Board of Trustees

DATE: May 3, 2007

PRESENT: Arthur Carlson, Linda Borleske, Paul Endres, William Higgins, Henry Netzinger, Terri Langer, Larry Schroeder, Ken West

OTHERS PRESENT: Kathy Schauf, Marty Krueger, Steve Pate, Bill McClary, Ron Birdd, Liz Miller, staff, Tim Daley-UW Med Student, Media

ABSENT: William Higgins

1. Called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Paul Endres. The open meeting law requirements were met.
2. Motion by Carlson, second by Borleske to adopt the amended agenda.
   Motion carried.
3. Motion by Borleske, second by Netzinger to approve the minutes of the previous meeting.
   Motion carried.
4. Public Comment - none.
5. Communications - Letter read by Endres from Margaret Burggraf, AT Director expressing concerns about the bus lease and registration as well as the lack of financial disclosure by the Benefit Club. Endres shared information from the Alzheimer's Association indicating that families should plan on moving their family member from home to residential care since it is almost always required in the later stages of the disease.
6. Superintendent's report. Work continues on the WIPFLi report including developing a core staffing schedule for nursing, looking at alternatives to our software, and getting bids for food, housekeeping supplies, linens, and Physical and Speech Therapy. The Business Office manager has been hired and will begin on Monday. The consultant from WIPFLi was here for a week working in the business office. Worked on MA billing and a lot of progress was made. We honored nearly 100 volunteers at our Volunteer Luncheon. We are always truly thankful for the wonderful efforts of all of our volunteers. We are also thankful to our Board of Trustees for all of the time and effort that is given.
7. The computer software system was discussed. Demonstration was positively received by staff and the system seemed to accomplish the tasks we are looking for. Cost would not include the hardware costs. Schauf suggested establishing a work group to discuss what the system should accomplish, timetables, compatibility with existing systems etc. New Business Office Manager will also need to be involved.
8. Discussion and Consideration of a Resolution to purchase a water heater. McClary explained the need and specifications for the new water heater.
   Motion by Schroeder, second by Langer to approve the bid of Riberich, Inc. and forward the Resolution to the full board.
   Motion carried.
9. Motion by Borleske, second by Carlson to move to closed session pursuant to Wisconsin Statutes Section 19.85 (1)(e), "Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session." Benefit Club discussion. Motion carried by roll call vote - Endres, aye; Netzinger, aye; Schroeder, aye; Borleske, aye; Langer, aye; Carlson, aye.
   Motion by Borleske, second by Carlson to move to open session.
   Motion carried unanimously.
10. Motion by Borleske, second by Carlson to direct Schauf to continue negotiations with the Benefit Club representative to work towards reaching an understanding which will be acceptable to both parties and beneficial to SCHCC residents.
    Motion carried.
11. Resolution to contract for Physical and Speech Therapy Services was discussed. West discussed the need to put out bids for therapies. Contract with current Physical and Speech Therapy provider expires in mid-June and they have been notified that the contract will not automatically renew.
    Motion by Schroeder, second by Borleske to approve the bid of Synertx and forward the resolution to the full board.
    Motion carried.
12. Resolution to contract for food provision was discussed. Endres recused himself from voting since a relative works for Sysco.
    Motion by Schroeder, second by Netzinger to approve the bid of Sysco Foods and forward the resolution to the full board.
    Motion carried.
13. Resolution to contract for housekeeping supplies was discussed.
    Motion by Borleske, second by Carlson to approve the bid of Dalco and forward the resolution to the full board.
    Motion carried.
14. Discussion of contract for linens.
    Motion by Netzinger, second by Carlson to contract with Phoenix Textile for linens. Motion carried.
15. WIPFLi analysis. Updates regarding the WIPFLi report were covered in the Administrator's Report.
16. 16. Donations for the month were discussed.
    Motion by Carlson, second by Langer to approve the donations in the amount of $605.00.
    Motion carried.
17. Business office report. The WIPFLi audit report was discussed. Representative spent time working in the business office to help clear up receivables. Possible adjustments were discussed. West will work to eliminate some items and bring to committee next month.
    Motion by Carlson, second by Borleske to approve the vouchers in the amount of $92,335.95.
    Motion carried.
18. Personnel report. West reviewed the status of job vacancies and employee recruitment activities that have occurred over the past month.
19. Continuum of Care update. Met with architect at the last meeting and discussed possible sites and services. Four sites were ruled out and four possible sites are still viable. Meetings on the 8th and 22nd will both be joint meetings. Meeting on the 8th will include guest John Keefe.
20. Next meeting will be June 7, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.
    Motion by Schroeder, second by Langer to adjourn.
    Motion carried.

Respectfully Submitted: Paul Endres, Chairperson