Live reporting by
Perry Sylvester
DWIHN Board recognizes outgoing CEO Eric Doeh’s accomplishments with a resolution and $45,000 bonus as it rolls out search plan and timeline for his replacement.
Perry Sylvester
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Hey, Detroit! Today, 7/17, 11 AM I live tweet Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network full board meeting for @DetDocumenters #DETdocumenters & media partners:
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09:25 AM Jul 17, 2024 CDT
This meeting is held at Crystal Garden Banquet Hall, Southgate, MI 48195--but I will be covering via Zoom. Attendance options and links available here:
dwihn.org/Board/Full_Ann…
There is great background to be found about DWIHN from Detroit Documenter's own Dr Julia Kapilango here:
docs.google.com/document/d/1u4…
About DWIHN from Dr K's notes...
Mission: DWIHN offers integrated services to enhance individuals' functions and quality of life.
Vision: Aims to be a national leader in behavioral and physical health through holistic programs.
Mission: DWIHN offers integrated services to enhance individuals' functions and quality of life.
Vision: Aims to be a national leader in behavioral and physical health through holistic programs.
She also cites a great backgrounder from @media_outlier by @MalakSilmi:
outliermedia.org/dwihn-crisis-c…
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Okey-dokey…at the Zoom link and we have the agenda displayed as we wait for 11 AM…I already love these guys!
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Web cam has panned around a bit as they set up
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Good size room and large table for presenters…
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi They have a quorum and hit the usual items…approve agenda, there “traditional” moment of silence, approve minutes, receive and file minutes…
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Note upcoming conferences…listed in VIII A)
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Now talking about CEO Transition…plus approval of $45000 bonus for out going Director Eric Doeh in recognition of his accomplishments
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Moving on to committee reports…report on specific youth health that found primary health issue reported was asthma/breathing-related
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi I’m a bit confused as Program Compliance Report blended into unfinished business
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi No report from Recipient Rights Advisory…SUD Oversight brief, just string of positive feedback
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Now honoring outgoing CEO Eric Doeh…listing his accomplishments over 7 years of service:
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi They now move to unfinished business…one item not listed (pertains to parking and term of a lease)
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi New business…some issues with sound…approval of 3 year contract renewal for internet services
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Now speaking about an extension lease for the Considine Little Rock Life Center for $21000 per year not to exceed $63000. Discussion about need to find alternatives that do not carry this cost
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Discussion about need to be able to cancel the contract…noted this was discussed in Finance Committee…there is a 60-day out clause but questions as to whether this is sufficient
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Motion to approve with condition a transition plan is presented back to board in 90 days
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi By law committee reports…discussion about requirements for completion of some assessment from board and need for 100% participation to meet fiduciary requirements
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Committee also discussed number of members participating in conferences and associated expenses…also discussed CEO search process
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Strategic Planning committee did not meet but will report next month; Two elected officials in audience are recognized at this time in what seems a non sequitur
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Discussion about Search Committee…they have met and have a resolution which is read. This is done at 11:55 if you want to check the transcript
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi They will have moved through the process and make recommendation by August 31
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Now Interim Director Manny Singla speaks, providing report to board… gen fund shortfall of $10 million, $6 million more than planned amount…due to “increased spenddown and uninsured services”
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Addition of two health plan partners and facilities for long term geriatric services
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi On different subject, job description for CEO has had some changes…new description is in board packet and has to be approved
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Zoom link just dropped because of my WIFI but am back…they are talking about Good & Welfare section of agenda
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi One person speaking from public…wants to recognize and honor Detroit Police Commissioner Darryl Woods
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Recognition for Brooke Blackwell-Burch swift response to recent mass shooting
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Another person recognizing efforts of DWIHN support for SER Metro and Samaritan Services education programs
@media_outlier @MalakSilmi Apparently lots going on for this group today…announcing food “next door” and presentation at 1 PM
So that is my coverage for the 7/17 DWIHN Full Board meeting. If anything is inaccurate, email documenters@outliermedia.org with "Correction Request" in the subject line.