1. Called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Paul Endres. The open meeting law requirements were met.
2. Motion by Borleske, second by Netzinger to adopt the amended agenda. Motion carried.
3. Motion by Netzinger, second by Higgins to approve the minutes of the meetings held on September 14 and October 4. Motion carried.
Chairman Endres welcomed the new Administrator, Delores Rydberg, and made introductions.
4. No public comment
5. No Communication.
6. Administrator Rydberg reported that she has been on the job for over a week now and had been working closely with the consultants previous to that. Mentioned that this board may get phone calls from the public questioning why an admission may have been denied. Discussion followed. Rydberg indicated that she would be happy to talk with anyone regarding a particular admission decision. John Peterson, Dementia Care Coordinator, updated the board on the progress in the staffing changes on that unit.
7. Discussion of purchase of a full body lift/scale and wheelchair scale. Juli Brandt discussed bid for these items.
Motion by Schroeder, second by Borleske to approve the purchase of the lift/scale and wheelchair scale in the amount of $7,481.92. Motion carried.
8. Bill McClary discussed possibility of purchase of new vehicle to replace the 1997 Ford Taurus. Purchase will be postponed until the December meeting.
9. Kathy Schauf led a discussion regarding a contract with Gunderson and Graham for Administrator mentorship and continuing consultation services. Felt this was important now because of the many changes being implemented from the WIPFLi Report and the new building project. Cost is based on use.
Motion by Schroeder, second by Netzinger to accept the contract of Gunderson and Graham Healthcare Consultants for Administrator mentorship and consultation services. Motion carried.
10. Update from Barbara Gunderson. The original report was updated to include changes that have been made as of this date. Items of interest were highlighted and discussed. Carlson indicated his preference to have dietary stay in-house. Building planning is moving along and another meeting with the architects was held this week. Endres indicated that when the building committee sees plans they will be shared with the Board of Trustees. Dr. Schnee, our Medical Director, has offered advice if needed, regarding the new building.
11. Endres asked the Board if they would like to set aside some time for a tour of this building. After discussion it was decided that the December meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m. and adjourn for a tour. After the tour the Board will reconvene for the remainder of the meeting.
12. Donations for the month were discussed.
Motion by Carlson, second by Higgins to accept the donations for the month of October in the amount of $1,856.00. Motion carried.
13. Clary explained the new change in financial reporting format. Board agreed that the new format was helpful. Question was asked regarding the meaning of "due to" and "due from" accounts. Clary will offer an explanation next month. Waiting for decision regarding the software purchase.
Motion by Schroeder, second by Netzinger to approve the vouchers in the amount of $107,060.39. Motion carried.
14. Next meeting scheduled for December 6, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. for the tour with the regular meeting reconvening immediately after the tour. Next month agenda items will include discussion of the note from Supervisor Carlson.
Motion by Carlson, second by Borleske to adjourn. Motion carried.
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Paul Endres, Chairperson