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:

The agenda for today's meeting is available here:

There is great background to be found about DWIHN from Detroit Documenter's own Dr Julia Kapilango here:

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.

She also cites a great backgrounder from @media_outlier by @MalakSilmi:

@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 11:08 and I am humming ‘The Waiting is the Hardest Part’ 😆

@media_outlier @MalakSilmi We are starting at 11:12…roll call

@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 Thursday, July 25, hosting a candidate forum on mental health

@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 Manny Singla is interim CEO and search committee is underway

@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 Now a rush of numbers/stats on various programs and their activities

@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 Motion to bundle all 4 items in Agenda item XI…seconded and approved

@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

@media_outlier @MalakSilmi They adjourn at 12:16 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.

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