MH&R
BOARD of
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Eric
Zgodzinski |
Toni
Deluca |
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Bill
Kimberlin |
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Barbara
Limpert |
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Dan Ward |
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John
Fellhauer |
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Vee
Reifsnyder Barbara
Hemphill |
Pam McGlothlin Kenny
Baughman |
Steve
Lippert |
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Office Staff: Excused: Absent: Guests: |
Kirk
Halliday Beth
Williams Steven Prentice |
Patty
Notestine |
Debbie
Kelley |
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The Mental Health and Recovery Board of
Introduction of Guests — all guests present
introduced themselves and were welcomed by Ms. Kane and the Board.
Oath of Office – Pastor
Barbara Hemphill took the Oath of Office as an official member of the
Erie/Ottawa Mental Health and Recovery Board. Welcome to the board Pastor
Barbara! Ms. Limpert has graciously volunteered to mentor Pastor Hemphill.
Approval of Agenda — Mr. Baughman moved to
approve the agenda as presented. Mr. Kasayka
seconded, motion carried unanimously.
Secretary’s Report — Mr. Lippert moved to
accept the minutes of the
Executive Director’s Report
Dr. Halliday reported on the following: a) Monitoring Reports – no questions. b) Monthly Update – Dr.
Halliday noted the spirited article printed in the Sandusky Register concerning the Conestoga Program (included in
packet) along
with the reply clarification article
also printed. The main point Dr. Halliday made was that some of the
uncomplimentary statements that were attributed to him toward our agencies and
courts were totally the columnist’s and did not represent his viewpoint at all.
In
CQI – Continuous Quality Improvement Planning
Ms. Kelley reviewed
the recommendation summary report along with Option A for consideration and adoption by the Board. Alternatives
were presented for discussion as well by Dr. Halliday, Option B – Liberal Alternative, Option C – Conservative Alternative (see hand-out provided for complete details). It was recommended by Dr. Halliday
to accept Option A for adoption by the Board.
Round-Robin
discussion/comments by the board followed the PPBE analysis of rationales and pros/cons.
Mr. Baughman noted that we have committed to Youth and
Family and Option B would be his choice. Mr. Kasayka agreed with Mr. Baughman wholeheartedly.
Ms. Williams added that if we went with Option B we would have a deficit
budget. The $500,000 reserve is nonexistent; cash balance and budget are two
different things. Dr. Halliday noted that the levy funds are over-lapping
fiscal years, and the beginning of next year (CY2008) the budget commission will
certify levy funds for half of our fiscal year 08 and 09. As a result, that’s
where the additional $400,000 comes into play, and we would not want to borrow
from the coming year to make up a deficit for the first half of the year.
Concerning Medicaid we must pay whatever billings we receive whether we agree
with them or not, it is a totally inflexible billing for the Board. Some
systems have already cut all non-Medicaid services completely. We have two
boards in our state that are Medicaid only boards right now. This is a huge
issue that the State simply refuses to address. Mr. Baughman suggested going
with Option A with the elimination of item one, Youth/Family Service Group:
Decrease system allocation from current contracts by $60,249, which would leave
us with a zero balance. Mr. Lippert noted that MRDD is facing the same kind of
pinch in its budgeting. Mr. Warner is not comfortable with going in with a zero
balance, he would rather have some reserves to be able to work with if
necessary. We are looking at roughly a 10% decrease in Youth and Family
dollars. Ms. Williams stated that there are funds to cover Medicaid, including
the out-of-county, unless we get a huge Medicaid bill, we should be okay. No
matter how much budgeting we do we could still be at risk because of the
unknown issues that could arise.
Ms. Kane proposed taking at ten minute break to reflect on
everything that’s been presented at the table.
Upon return, Ms. Williams added that pulling out item one of
Option A only moves it to a line item, what we call managed care, and that can
be used for Youth/Family funding if the need is there. A legitimate concern that was brought to the
attention of Mr. Lippert, was that our providers should not have to live month
by month, that they can have some stability knowing that services contracted
with them could be provided. Ms.
Williams noted that if there is a shortage it can be dealt with in a timely
manner. Utilization and system patterns have been shared with agencies and are
the basis for system adjustments which have periodically been approved by the
Board.
Individual Board comments:
A motion was made by
Ms. Deluca to adopt Option A, seconded by Mr. Sizemore. Roll call vote as followed: Mr. Baughman, no; Ms. Deluca,
yes; Mr. Fellhauer, yes; Pastor Hemphill, yes; Mr. Kasayka, no; Mr. Kimberlin,
yes; Ms. Limpert, no; Mr. Lippert, yes; Ms. McGlothlin, yes; Mr. Reifsnyder,
yes; Mr. Sizemore, yes; Rev. Ward, yes; Mr. Warner, yes; Mr. Zgodzinski, yes;
and Ms. Kane, yes. Motion carried with 12 Ayes, and 3 Nays.
Consent Agenda
Ms. Williams presented an overview of the
consent agenda items.
Resolution No. 10-2008-01: WHEREAS: The attached Consent
Agenda has been reviewed for appropriateness and compliance with Board
Policies; therefore Mr. Warner resolved the Mental Health and Recovery Board of
Erie and Ottawa Counties approve the business contained in the Consent
Agenda. Mr. Zgodzinski seconded. Roll call vote as follows: Mr. Baughman, yes;
Ms. DeLuca, yes; Mr. Fellhauer, yes; Pastor Hemphill, yes; Mr. Kasayka, yes; Mr.
Kimberlin, yes; Ms. Limpert, yes; Mr. Lippert, yes; Ms. McGlothlin, yes; Ms.
Reifsnyder, yes; Mr. Sizemore, yes; Mr. Warner, yes; Mr. Zgodzinski, yes; and Ms.
Kane, yes; resolution carried
unanimously.
Board Concerns
Ms. Deluca asked Dr. Halliday if the conversation ever
occurred between him and Mr. Paul? Dr. Halliday noted that Mr. Paul has never
responded to his emails, or phone messages.
Old
Business
Annual Dinner Update: The
committee met and selected the awards winners and they have been notified.
We’re looking forward to another successful awards presentation.
New Business – Ms. Kane, Chair
Commentary
Mr. Naughton, BCS, noted that we have been looking to get indigent driver
funds released for years, they are earmarked as extremely limited. In terms of
services that can be provided out of that $148,000 how much we would be able to
draw down is yet to be determined. What I can tell you is that the AOD contract
has been over-produced in fiscal year 07. Bayshore in the last quarter
curtailed services greatly so as to not over-produce anymore. It is quite likely
we will not be reimbursed for what has already been over-produced. I wish we
could have had some discussion relative to that because it might have been
informative to you had you been aware of those things.
Ms. Byers noted that last week was “Wellness Awareness Week” at the Oak
House. They will have fifteen people attending the annual dinner, which they
are very excited about. The 2nd Annual Craft Bazaar will be held on
November 16, from 11 – 7, at the Oak House. Outside vendors will be donating
20% of their profits back to the Oak House. All are welcome to come and bring
your friends too!
Ms. Kane stated that she knows that some of the members are not happy as
far as the vote went tonight, but added it is up to us to follow our priorities
for the next six months and watch carefully. We respectfully ask the staff to
let us know if they start dipping into the youth/family services. As always, the Board will be informed on any
changes prior to a change.
Ms. DeLuca asked if the bullying program that the school didn’t pick up
on is because the
Review Decisions Made and Action (Report decisions only)
Mr. Kasayka reviewed the actions
of the Board:
1. Agenda approved
unanimously.
2. Approval of Secretary’s
Report – Minutes of
3. A motion was made by Ms.
Deluca to adopt Option A, seconded by Mr. Sizemore. Motion passed by a roll
call vote of 12 Ayes, and 3 Nays.
4. Resolution 10-2008-01 carried
and approved unanimously.
Board briefly reviewed the comments
from September’s board meeting. Please continue to write any comments and
suggestions.
Mr. Baughman commented that the
“Haunted School House” which is a youth organization where he mentors, and is currently
serving as chair, has been closed because of insufficient water sprinklers,
therefore leaving 30 to 50 students with nowhere to go. If anyone knows of
someone who could put in a state certified sprinkler, or has finances available
to help with the cost which is roughly $300,000. Please keep your ears open for
the 50 kids!
Adjournment — Ms. DeLuca moved the meeting
adjourn.
Minutes taken
and typed by the Mental Health and Recovery Board
Respectfully submitted,