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Regular Session Minutes
Monday, October 31, 2016
12:00 Noon
The Board of Trustees of North Colorado Medical Center met in Regular Session on Monday,
October 31, 2016, in the Richard Stenner Boardroom located at North Colorado Medical Center.
ATTENDANCE REPORT
NCMC Board of Trustees: Dr. Susan Carter, Mark Lawley, Michael Simone (arrived at 12:40),
Jason Yeater, and Sean Conway (Commissioner, non -voting member), with Larry Cozad,
Catherine Davis, and Brian Underwood - Excused
Banner Health: Margo Karsten (NCMC CEO) and Wendy Sparks (NCMC COO)
Staff: Ken Schultz (Board Executive) - Excused
Recording Clerk: Esther Gesick (Weld County Clerk to the Board)
OLD BUSINESS
a) Draft Resolution re: Expressed Opposition to Amendment 69: While waiting for a full
quorum to conduct formal business, Bruce Barker, County Attorney, gave a brief summary of the
process utilized in the past when requests have been made of the Trustees to consider political
matters. He stated it is not the general intent or purpose of the Board of Trustees to take formal
positions on political matters; however, it is within the scope of the NCMC Trustee Board to make
a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners, either formally or informally via
Memorandum, as backup on matters that have a direct impact on the medical field. Mark Lawley
and Dr. Carter agreed with the position that the Trustees should generally stay removed from
political stances, with the understanding that they can submit a recommendation for the Board
of Commissioners to use in endorsing or opposing propositions that may be impactful to the
hospital. Commissioner Conway thanked Mr. Barker for the clarification and suggested he
submit a memorandum which explains the authority of the Trustees and how they communicate
positions or recommendations specific to health care matters.
Upon arrival of Michael Simone, Dr. Carter declared a quorum and called the meeting to order at
12:40 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENT
There was no public comment.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was MSC (Jason/Lawley) to approve the minutes from the September 26, 2016, Regular
Session meeting.
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CEO REPORT or COO REPORT
NCMC COO, Wendy Sparks, gave the following report:
. Employees - The Physician Satisfaction survey results will be coming tomorrow. On
October 24 and 26, they hosted a free NOCO BBQ for staff to celebrate the high
engagement scores.
. Patient Satisfaction - Year -to -Date satisfaction scores are hitting target or stretch on 8 of
the 10 dimensions and they are less than 1% from meeting target on the remaining two.
. Physicians - NCMC has been given notice that the current Radiology group will not be
renewing their contracts after mid -2017, therefore, Ms. Sparks has RFI's out to five
different groups and they have seven months to make a decision and get a new group in
place. The five-year contract extension for Sports Medicine was signed with UNC and will
remain in effect until 2022, which is a good partnership with the NCMC Orthopedic
surgeons.
. Financials - For the month of September, the Greeley Community is behind budget by
$478,000 and $15.7 million year-to-date. The NOCO area is ahead of budget by $1.6 for
the month, but is behind budget by $4.2 million as a result of the provider fee which was
discussed at previous meetings.
. Master Campus Plan - Next week the Heart Care Clinic will open on the 4th floor and the
Wound Clinic will open on the 3rd floor.
COMMISSIONER'S REPORT
Commissioner Conway reported that the Bright Futures Program, with support from
community partners such as NCMC, awarded 1,397 grants to the Class of 2016 out of a total
of 2,200 graduating seniors, which is approximately 60% engagement. He noted that 50% of
the students enrolled at UNC or Aims, 80% remained in Colorado overall, and the next largest
group went to Wyoming University. He stated the Commissioners have hired a new
promotional entity, and they are working with Upstate to do a selection process for a new
promotional campaign which focuses on sustainability. Concerning the Highway 34 PEL which
was approved through the North Front Range MPO, CDOT announced they will commence
with the PEL in January, which will be completed in 12-18 months. He noted there will be
two traffic signals installed on Highway 34 at the intersection of 83rd Avenue and Promontory
Point near JBS and State Farm. There will be extensive road work along 65th Avenue in
anticipation of the UC Health facility. Lastly, the Board approved the Oil and Gas Ordinance
on Second Reading and they have been receiving positive feedback from the industry.
VISITATION REPORTS
BANNER HEALTH LIBRARY RESOURCES, AKA MEDICAL LIBRARY
Dr. Susan Carter reviewed her report, dated October 31, 2016. A written copy of the visitation
report is attached as a part of these minutes.
VALET DEPARTMENT
Michael Simone reviewed his report, dated October 31, 2016. A written copy of the visitation
report is attached as a part of these minutes.
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VISITATIONS FOR NOVEMBER
Brian Underwood
Jason Yeater
NCMC, INC. REPORT
None.
OLD BUSINESS (CON'T)
Dr. Carter summarized that prior to Mr. Simone's arrival the County Attorney gave a brief
summary of the proper process to be utilized by the Trustees in the event of future propositions
that directly impact the hospital or medical fields. The Trustees agreed no action is required
concerning the draft Resolution at this time. Commissioner Conway stated the Board does value
the input of the Trustees. Ms. Gesick commented she will provide a summary of the County
Attorney and Trustee position on how to address requests concerning political matters so that it
is part of the annual update and general information for future reference. She also stated the
next two meetings are scheduled for November 28th and December 12th, followed by the
Annual/Regular meetings set for Tuesday, January 10, 2017.
OTHER BUSINESS
None.
PLANNING SESSION
No discussion was held on scheduling a future planning session.
ADJOURN
There being no further business to come before the Board, it was MSC [Lawley/Carter] to
adjourn the meeting at 1:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Esther Gesick
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