1. Called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Paul Endres. The open meeting law requirements were met.
2. Motion by Netzinger, second by Carlson to adopt the agenda. Motion carried.
3. Motion by Borleske, second by Higgins to approve the minutes of the previous meeting. Motion carried.
4. Public comment. Chairman Krueger indicated that the Board of Trustee terms for Linda Borleske and Bill Higgins will expire in December. Asked that they contact him regarding their interest in continuing to serve on this Board, or supply names of other interested parties.
5. No communication.
6. Discussion and consideration of decertifying four beds to bring our licensed bed number down to 89.
Motion by Netzinger, second by Borleske to approve the decertification of four beds. Motion carried.
7. Discussion and consideration of approving the purchase of painting/plastering services to bring the facility up to code. Sufficient capital outlay money has been budgeted for this purchase.
Motion by Carlson, second by Langer to approve the purchase of painting/plastering services of Sorom Painting. Motion carried.
8. Motion by Borleske, second by Netzinger to move to closed session pursuant to Wisc. Stats. 19.85 (1) (c) Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility. Performance evaluation of HCC Administrator/Superintendent. Kathy Schauf and Marty Krueger to remain. Motion carried by unanimous roll call vote.
9. Reconvene in open session.
10. Discussion of cite plan of correction. Kim Gochanour explained the two waivers that were denied by the Federal Government and the plan to correct the problem. Have discussed options with state officials and will be formulating the amended plan of correction shortly.
11. Chairmen's Report. Paul Endres stated that the Building Committee has not met since our last meeting, however will be calling a meeting for later this month. Construction subcontractors meeting is scheduled every other Wednesday on site and Bill will be attending these in the future. Netzinger asked that they get an updated "as built" plan on a regular basis. We will have the Board of Trustees Election of Officers on the January agenda. Have a Foundation meeting immediately after this meeting and will keep this board informed of progress in that regard.
12. Business office report and voucher review. Penny Clary highlighted items of interest. Some departments showed slight increases in expenses this past month and those were explained. We are generally doing well. New computer system training continues and Business office expects to "go live" with billing soon.
Motion by Carlson, second by Higgins to approve the vouchers in the amount of $115,652.53. Motion carried.
13. Kim Gochanour, Administrator, updated the board on department activities for the month. We continue with working on ECS implementation and training as well as normal department activities. The Activity Department was very pleased with the usual success of our Safe Halloween. Maintenance has begun to winterize the building and ensure that the equipment for snow removal is ready to go. Nursing has begun the new culture change and dietary program as well as continuing to adjust staffing as census dictates. Flu vaccine was given to residents and staff. Preparation continues for the move to the new building.
14. Review and acceptance of monthly donations - Kim Gochanour
Motion by Borleske, second by Carlson to accept the donations for the month in the amount of $2,290.00 Motion carried.
15. Next meeting date will be December 4 at 5:30 p.m. in the Conference Room.
Motion by Langer, second by Netzinger to adjourn. Motion carried.
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Paul Endres, Chairperson