Oakland Community Health Network

Jun
21

General Board Meeting

5505 Corporate Dr. Troy Mi, 48098

Tuesday, June 21 2022

6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT

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Agenda

  1. Order of Business
    6:00 pm EDT
    1. Call the Meeting to Order - Jonathan Landsman
    2. Pledge of Allegiance - Jonathan Landsman
    3. Roll Call - Sheila Barrett
    4. Approval of Board Meeting Agenda - Jonathan Landsman
    5. Public Comment
  2. Board Member Service Recognition
    1. Hadas Bernard
  3. Stories that Inspire Hope 
    1. PTSD / Moral Injury - Chaka McDonald
  4. Agenda
    1. Board Chair Executive Report - Jonathan Landsman
    2. Board Policies - John Paul Torres
      1. Conflict of Interest
      2. Code of Ethics
      3. Committee recommendation to accept all changes as represented
    3. April Financial Review - Anya Eliassen
    4. Board Approval Items
      1. LJ Rolls Contract - Patrick Franklin
      2. MCMI Contract – Patrick Franklin
    5. 6 Month Annual Plan Review 2022 - Frances Carley
    6. Strategic Plan Outline - Frances Carley
  5. Consent Agenda - Board Approvals
    1. May 17,  2022 Board Meeting Minutes
    2. Acceptance of Meeting Minute Reports
      1. Recipient Rights Advisory Committee - May 5, 2022
      2. Committee of the Whole Minutes - May 2022
      3. Citizens Advisory Committee - May 18, 2022
  6. Other Business
    1. Home and Community Base Service (HCBS) Waiver Update - Marquitta Massey
  7. Board Reports
    1. Bylaw Committee - John Paul Torres
    2. Recipient Rights Advisory Committee – Christina Root
    3. Citizens Advisory Committee - Reena Naami-Dier
    4. CEO Evaluation Review Committee - Reena Naami- DIer
  8. Public Comment #2
  9. Director's Report - Dana Lasenby 
  10. Board Member Comments
  11. Adjournment

Minutes Tab

Order of Business

Call the Meeting to Order - Jonathan Landsman

Mr. Landsman brought the meeting to order at 6:05pm

Pledge of Allegiance - Jonathan Landsman

Mr. Landsman led the group with the reciting of the Pledge of Allegiance 

Roll Call - Sheila Barrett

Roll call attendance was taken as indicated in the attendance record. 

Approval of Board Meeting Agenda - Jonathan Landsman

Mr. Young approved the June 21, 2022 Board agenda as presented, supported by Mr. Torres, motion carried with all members voting in favor.

Public Comment

Romary Rangi - Ms. Rangi’s comment to the OCHN Board was regarding the lack of Direct Care staff for her son (and other persons) served in our system of care. Requesting “increased starting pay” for Direct Care Staff workers.  

Board Member Service Recognition

Hadas Bernard

Mr. Landsman and Mrs. Lasenby provided Mrs. Bernard with a recognition award for her years of service as an OCHN Board member

  • Haddas is a fierce and loyal advocate for people living with disabilities in Oakland County. 
  • As an OCHN Board member, she asked tough questions for all of the right reasons – to ensure the people we support were getting the very best services so they can lead their best lives.  
  • Her experience in commercial real estate was especially helpful during conversations about building renovations and use – again, always making people here first priority.  
  • Although we wish Haddas could have stayed with OCHN longer, we are grateful for the time she dedicated to the organization and community – and wish well in her future endeavors.  

Stories that Inspire Hope 

PTSD / Moral Injury - Chaka McDonald

Mr. McDonald provided the Board with a presentation on PTSD and Moral Injury. 

PTSD

Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that may occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event.

These events can be, but are not limited to natural disaster, a serious accident, a terrorist act, war/combat, or rape or anyone who may have been threatened with death, sexual violence or serious injury.


Moral Injury

Separate diagnosis from PTSD and may require a different treatment modality

Can occur when someone does/witnesses something that contradicts their moral beliefs

Can be an act of omission, betrayal of leadership or others in power or peers

Moral injury is the distressing psychological, behavioral, social, and sometimes spiritual aftermath of exposure to such events

Exposure to traumatic events

A person can have a moral injury and PTSD and not meet the criteria for PTSD

Agenda

Board Chair Executive Report - Jonathan Landsman

This month, the Executive Committee met on Wednesday, June 1st at 5pm, in attendance were Secretary Mr. Fuhrman, Chairs of the Business Operations Committee – Ms. Naami-Dier and Ms. Newman, along with Sheila and Ms. Ollie, our CLO or Chief Legal Officer. Ms. Lasenby and others were at Mackinaw Island Conference.

  • With the cancellation of the May 26th Study session and the June Committee of the Whole due to situations and/or conflicts, we focused on catching up on business as you’ll not from the extended agenda at tonight’s General Board Meeting and for the June 30th ‘s 5pm Study Session. We’re looking to all of the Board members to attend that Study Session.
  • We also discussed the CEO Evaluation process and timing. 360 Survey results have gone out to the public, at this next week’s study session we’ll review those results and the CEO Self-Evaluation. The individual Board member’s evaluations are due on 7/12, and CEO Evaluation Committee plans to meet prior to the General Board meeting on 7/19. Its amazing to me how time flies with Dana having been our CEO for 2 years now and has done an amazing job, even with Covid. I’m sure the Board’s evaluations will reflect her, her team and the overall organization’s successes.
  • CMHA
    • The CMHA Summer Conference was in Traverse City Monday - Wed June 6th – June 8th. Many Staff and Board attended. In attendance from the Board was Ms. Malkia Newman, Ms. Sarah May, and Ms. Yvette Woodruff. As always, I found the Key Notes and many of the Breakout session quite enlightening, as did Yvette, Malkia and Sarah. Being at the conferences gives us a better opportunity to meet staff and other PIHP & CMHSP folks in an informal way, gaining insights and building relationships. I urge other board members to consider attending the fall Conference – later this year in October – also in Traverse City.
    • The CMHA Metro meeting, hosted by DWIHN, was Virtual, and followed the Conference on Thursday, June 9th. While Alan Bolter wasn’t able to join, both Executive Directors and staff shared a number of specific and cross-organizational efforts. I’m glad
    • Lastly, a final reminder to contribute to the CMH PAC. Both Malkia and I have I’ve talked about the value of contributing. Let’s be the only CMHSP/PIHP that donates with 100% Board & Staff participation.
  • We Adjourned upon completion of our agenda.

Board Policies - John Paul Torres

The board was provided with a copy of a redline update from April 28, 2022 for acceptance. Mr. Torres asked the members if they had any revisions to the current proposed Conflict of Interest or Code of Ethics policies. 

Mr. Young made a motion to accept the changes of 5/12/2022 Board policies as presented, supported by Dr. Hans. Motion carries by roll call vote, with all members present voting in favor.  

Conflict of Interest

Suggested changes were made to the redline document as noted for Board review at the July COW meeting. 

Code of Ethics

Suggested changes were made to the redline document as noted for Board review at the July COW meeting. 

Committee recommendation to accept all changes as represented

Proposed redline review/acceptance to be completed at the July COW meeting and seeking full board approval at the July 2022 General Board meeting. 

Consent Agenda - Board Approvals

Mr. Cowan made a motion to approve the June 21, 2022 consent agenda as presented, supported by Mrs. Newman, motion carried by roll call vote with all members present voting in favor.

May 17,  2022 Board Meeting Minutes

Acceptance of Meeting Minute Reports

Recipient Rights Advisory Committee - May 5, 2022

Committee of the Whole Minutes - May 2022

Citizens Advisory Committee - May 18, 2022

Other Business

Home and Community Base Service (HCBS) Waiver Update - Marquitta Massey

Mrs. Massey provided an update regarding the heightened scrutiny process and where the process currently stands as directed by MDHHS.  

OCHN has 63 settings that are identified as in heightened scrutiny by MDHSS from 23 providers. MDHHS will be conducting a survey with a 30-day time frame for completion. 

Board Reports

Bylaw Committee - John Paul Torres

Mr. Torres provided a timeline for next steps. 

Recipient Rights Advisory Committee – Christina Root

Ms. Root noted the meeting was held on June 2nd. The meeting covered mentoring and had a presentation by Elizabeth Martin. Mrs. Suder provided an update and went over the rights policy. Site visits report that 270 sites have been visited out of the 427. 

Citizens Advisory Committee - Reena Naami-Dier

Mrs. Naami-Dier was not able to attend the whole meeting and noted that Mrs. Lasenby attended and provided the CEO update. 

CEO Evaluation Review Committee - Reena Naami- DIer

Mrs. Naami-Dier provided a timeline update for the CEO evaluation process. 

Public Comment #2

Douglas Wolf -

Mr. Wolf’s comment to the OCHN Board was regarding the lack of Direct Care Staff for his son, who is served in our system of care. He is requesting for higher pay to CLS, Respite, and other therapy services. He also mentioned retaining Case Workers that are ‘experienced’ in providing services for persons dealing with trauma.

Director's Report - Dana Lasenby 

Knowledge is key to the delivery of quality, behavioral health services. It is for this reason that I attend educational activities that enhance my professional expertise in serving people.

 I recently had the privilege to participate in the American Psychological Association (APA), Detroit Regional Chamber Mackinac Policy (MPC), and Community Mental Health Association of Michigan (CMHA) conferences.

The APA conference provided tremendous insight about mental health best practices. I was also honored to be present when OCHN’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Vasilis Pozios, was appointed to the prestigious role as speaker-elect for the APA.

Additionally, Dr. Pozios has been chosen to serve on the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Commission to Address Gun Violence in our community. His distinguished designations reflect the caliber of OCHN’s leadership and staff within our amazing organization.   

The Mackinac Policy and CMHA conferences offered critical opportunities to advocate for the protection of Michigan’s publicly funded, behavioral health system.

While I am not a political person by nature, I appreciate the relevance in being informed about political issues in Lansing. The recent passing of Senate Bill 714 (SB 714) is one example of our need to be alert regarding legislative decisions.

Even though the intent of SB 714 to provide needed mental health funding is greatly appreciated; its connection to Senate Bills 597 and 598 (SB 597 and SB 598) cannot be ignored. The one-time funding proposed in SB 714 is only made available if the proposed privatization of Michigan’s public mental health system is approved in SB 597 and SB 598.

As we continue to address tough advocacy challenges, I want to thank you for your willingness to speak up in opposition to SB 597 and SB 598. Legislators are listening because your voices matter.

Board Member Comments

Mr. Landsman and shared appreciation for meeting presenters and aknowledge everyone for comingto the meeting. 

Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at :855pm

Attendance

Members

Name Attendance

Sheila Barrett

Justin Burchett

Christine Burk

Frances Carley

Dennis Cowan

Anya Eliassen

Kimberly Flowers

Adam Fuhrman

Bijaya Hans

Bernard Hooper

Frances Kolody

Jonathan Landsman

Dana Lasenby

Victoria Marble

Sarah May

Vasiliki Michalakis

Peter Mouhot

Reena Naami-Dier

Malkia Newman

Callana Ollie

Vasilis Pozios

Christina Root

Steffan Taub

John Paul Torres

Suzanne Weinert

Yvette Woodruff

John Young

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