The meeting was called to order by the Tammy Williams Chairperson, at approximately 7:00 p.m. The board reviewed and approved the January 29, 2026, meeting minutes and examined financial items, including cash and investment reports and capital asset purchases for January and February.
Following consideration of old and new business under the consent agenda, the board proceeded to the regular agenda, which included a detailed financial report and updates on prior business.
Committee reports were presented from the Compliance/Risk Management/Audit, Planning, Quality Management, and Finance Committees, covering meetings held in February and March.
New business included consideration of capital requests, contract approvals, committee work plans, conflict of interest statements, and a CEO update. Rex McKinney, President/CEO, reported on the current challenges in the healthcare environment including operations, Medicaid cuts, proposed legislation and payers tactics. He also reported on upcoming community events DCMH is supporting or partaking in including Run the Santee, Healthy Kids Day, and the 2026 Healthy Fair.
The Medical Staff Report addressed appointments, reappointments, terminations, and amendments to privileges.
The meeting concluded with additional comments and information, including confirmation the next meeting would be held on April 30, 2026, followed by adjournment.
