Increase makes sense
To the Editor:
Hospital District #1 of Marion County now is responsible for the daily operations of St. Luke Hospital and Living Center and Marion County Home Care.
A question is on the election ballet Nov. 2 to increase the size of the hospital board from five to seven members. An increase in the size of the board will offer representation of the hospital district and voting powers.
Currently hospital operations experience delays due to the fact that a quorum, which is three board members, must be present for an official meeting to take place. Any action must be approved by a majority of the voting board.
The election of two additional members will take place in May 2005, at the annual meeting. Members are nominated and a vote by those in attendance will occur during the meeting.
Janet Herzet
St. Luke Hospital & Living Center
Marion County Home Care
