Ok St Bd of Examiners for Long Term Care Adms. 3-22-2017

OK ST BD OF EXAMINERS FOR LONG TERM CARE ADMS. 3-22-2017

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The Regular Board meeting of the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners for Long Term Care Administrators (OSBELTCA) was held, March 22, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. The meeting location was at the Shepherd Mall Office Complex, 2401 NW 23rd, OSBELTCA Conference Room, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Ms. Susan Barnes, Chair, presided over the meeting.

Advance notice of this regularly scheduled meeting was transmitted to the Oklahoma Secretary of State on October 31, 2016 and posted on the OSBELTCA website on March 21, 2017. The agenda was posted in a prominent public view on the front doors of the Shepherd Mall Office Complex located at 2401 NW 23rd, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma on March 21, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. MEMBERS PRESENT

Ms. Susan Barnes, Chair, Edmond Mr. Bill Pierce, Vice-Chair, OK City Ms. Nancy Poteete, Sec-Treasurer, Norman Ms. Pat Bean, OK City Ms. Donna Bowers, OK City Dr. Scott Calhoon, OK City Mr. Brett Coble, Ardmore Ms. Georgia Devening, Choctaw Ms. Susan Haws, Glenpool Mr. James Joslin, OK City Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, OK City Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Tulsa Ms. Lisa Pever, OK City MEMBERS ABSENT Mr. Curtis Aduddell, OK City Ms. Tracy Copp, Claremore OTHERS PRESENT

Ms. Tiffany Wythe, Assistant Attorney General Ms. Martha Kulmacz, Board’s Prosecuting Attorney Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas Ms. Ginger Dean Ms. Pam Duren Ms. Melissa Holland Ms. Dee Downer Mr. Jim Jakubovitz 1 Ms. Denise Wilson Ms. Julie Akers Mr. Mark Akers Ms. Holly Holland Ms. Jenny Fairchild Mr. Philip Miller Ms. Pollyette Milligan Ms. Catherine Payne Mr. Ray Price Ms. Shelee Stewart Mr. Don Stewart Mr. (Harry) Olukayode Awopeju Ms. Dana Awopeju Ms. Katina Dugger Ms. Karissa Dugger Ms. Sheryl Ellis Ms. Kindra Harris Ms. Stephanie Jordan Mr. Tyler Wilkins Ms. Reggie Herring

Ms. Susan Barnes, Chair, called the meeting to order and stated that we were in compliance with the Open Meeting Act and Authority.

Ms. Barnes asked Ms. Pam Duren to call roll to establish a quorum.

Present were Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. There was a quorum.

Ms. Barnes asked the public to introduce themselves to the Board members.

The Oath of Office was administered to our newest Board Member, Ms. Donna Bowers. The full Board participated in the administering of the Oath of Office as well.

Ms. Barnes asked the Board members to review the minutes of the 2-22-2017 Board meeting.

Motion was made by Mr. James Joslin, seconded by Ms. Pat Bean, to approve the minutes of the 2-22-2017 Board meeting. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – OK ST BD OF EXAMINERS FOR LONG TERM CARE ADMS. 3-22-2017

Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Ms. Pat Bean and Ms. Susan Haws. Negative – None. Abstaining- Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Brett Coble and Dr. Scott Calhoon.

In the absence Mr. Curtis Aduddell, Chair of the Education Committee, Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas, Executive Director, led the review, discussion and possible action regarding granting Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator’s license.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Julie Akers met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Pat Bean, seconded by Ms. Lisa Pever, to approve Ms. Julie Akers as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Jenny Fairchild met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Poteete, seconded by Ms. Pat Bean, to approve Ms. Jenny Fairchild as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Oppah Masarira met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Pat Bean, seconded by Ms. Nancy Poteete, to approve Ms. Oppah Masarira as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

3 Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Mr. Philip Miller met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Poteete, seconded by Ms. Lisa Pever, to approve Mr. Philip Miller as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Pollyette Milligan met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Mr. James Joslin, seconded by Ms. Nancy Poteete, to approve Ms. Pollyette Milligan as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Mr. Ray Price met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Poteete, seconded by Ms. Lisa Pever, to approve Mr. Ray Price as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Catherine Payne met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Mr. James Joslin, seconded by Mr. Brett Coble, to approve Ms. Catherine Payne as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None. OK ST BD OF EXAMINERS FOR LONG TERM CARE ADMS. 3-22-2017

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Shelee Stewart has met the requirements for becoming a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Lisa Pever , seconded by Dr. Scott Calhoon, to approve Ms. Shelee Stewart as a Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Licenses were presented at this time to the Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators and then they exited.

Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas, Executive Director, led the review, discussion and possible action regarding granting the Nursing Home Administrator’s license.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Mr. (Harry) Olukayode Awopeju has met the requirements for becoming a Nursing Home Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Poteete, seconded by Mr. James Joslin, to approve Mr. (Harry) Olukayode Awopeju as a Nursing Home Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Katina Dugger has met the requirements for becoming a Nursing Home Administrator. Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, seconded by Ms. Donna Bowers, to approve Ms. Katina Dugger as a Nursing Home Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Sheryl Ellis has met the requirements for becoming a Nursing Home Administrator.

Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Poteete , seconded by Mr. James Joslin, to approve Ms. Sheryl Ellis as a Nursing Home Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: 5 Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Kindra Harris has met the requirements for becoming a Nursing Home Administrator.

Motion was made by Mr. Bill Pierce, seconded by Mr. James Joslin, to approve Ms. Kindra Harris as a Nursing Home Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Ms. Stephanie Jordan has met the requirements for becoming a Nursing Home Administrator.

Motion was made by Mr. James Joslin, seconded by Ms. Nancy Poteete, to approve Ms. Stephanie Jordan as a Nursing Home Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Thomas informed the Board that Mr. Tyler Wilkins has met the requirements for becoming a Nursing Home Administrator.

Motion was made by Mr. Brett Coble, seconded by Ms. Lisa Pever, to approve Mr. Tyler Wilkins as a Nursing Home Administrator. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Licenses were presented at this time to the Nursing Home Administrators.

Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas, Executive Director, led the review, discussion and possible action regarding granting approval of the following continuing education programs for Long Term Care Administrators: OK ST BD OF EXAMINERS FOR LONG TERM CARE ADMS. 3-22-2017

Tankersley Foodservice 3203 Industrial Park Rd., VanBuren, AR 72957 2017 Tankersley Foodservice Spring Food Show & Educational Seminars April 5, 2017 Hard Rock Conference Center, Catoosa, OK Requesting 3 CEUs

Motion was made by Mr. Brett Coble, seconded by Mr. Bill Pierce, to approve the aforementioned program for Long Term Care Administrators. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

OK Foundation for Medical Quality 14000 Quail Springs Parkway, Ste 400, OK City, OK Our Journey to Quality: Supporting Individuals Living with Dementia & their Caregivers 4-04-17, Tulsa Tech Center, Owasso 4-06-17, Autry Tech, Enid 4-13-17, Southern OK Tech Center, Ardmore 4-19-17, Francis Tuttle, Rockwell Campus, OKC Requesting 6 CEUs (Adm may attend only one seminar for CEUs

Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Poteete, seconded by Ms. Lisa Pever, to approve the aforementioned program for Long Term Care Administrators. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

OK State University, OK City 900 N. Portland Ave., OK City 2017 Long Term Care Administrator Continuing Education Various dates from 6-23-2017 thru 12-8-2017 OSU, OKC, West Education Center, 900 N. Portland Ave, OKC Requesting 2-44 CEUs

Motion was made by Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, seconded by Ms. Lisa Pever, to approve the aforementioned program for Long Term Care Administrators. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce,

7 Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

MLC Consulting, LC 3720 E. 2nd St, Edmond, OK 73034 Communicating in the World of Dementia April 22, 2017 Forest Glade Retirement Center, 2500 N. Glade Ave, Bethany, OK 73008 Requesting 4 CEUs

Motion was made by Mr. Bill Pierce, seconded by Mr. James Joslin, to approve the aforementioned program for Long Term Care Administrators. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

The Board of Regents of the University of Oklahoma 1122 NE 13th St., ORB 1200, OKC, OK 73117 Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Seminar Zarrow Retirement Campus, 2025 E. 71st St., Tulsa, OK 73117 May 5, 2017 Requesting 6 CEUs

Motion was made by Ms. Nancy Poteete, seconded by Mr. Bill Pierce, to approve the aforementioned program for Long Term Care Administrators. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Ms. Martha Kulmacz, the Board’s Prosecuting Attorney, led the review, discussion and possible action regarding OSBELTCA v. WILLENA G. FERGUSON, License No. A00365, Case No. A15-045(P) Possible Evidentiary Hearing on Complaint; Possible Executive Session Pursuant to 25 O.S. Supp. 2009, §307(B)(8); Possible Board Action (BC,NP,MS)

Summaries of the Settlement Agreement had been previously distributed.

The Settlement Agreement stated that Ms. Willena G. Ferguson pay a fine of $1,000.00, along with attorney fees, to be paid within 120 days and complete twelve (12) continuing education hours in a subject related to Ethics, approved by the Executive Director, within 120 days from the date the Board approves this Settlement Agreement. OK ST BD OF EXAMINERS FOR LONG TERM CARE ADMS. 3-22-2017

Motion was made by Mr. Bill Pierce, seconded by Ms. Nancy Poteete, to accept the aforementioned Settlement Agreement. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – Ms. Susan Barnes. Abstaining – None. Recusing - Ms. Nancy Pfeifer and Mr. Brett Coble.

Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas, Executive Director, led the review, discussion and possible action regarding the renewal of the Attorney General’s Contract for FY 2018.

Motion was made by Ms. Pat Bean, seconded by Mr. Brett Coble, to approve the renewal the Attorney General’s Contract for FY 2018. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Ms. Nancy Poteete, Chair of the Finance Committee, informed the Board that she, along with the Board staff, Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas, Ms. Ginger Dean and Ms. Pam Duren, had attended the financial meeting yesterday and that the financial summary was in their packet. Ms. Poteete informed the Board that the finances were in order and mentioned that they are always happy to see us as we are not a problematic agency. Also, over the next few months our finance report would show expenses relating to our move to Suite 2-H.

Mr. Bill Pierce, Chair of the Rules Revision Committee, led the review and discussion regarding the Long Term Care Task Force Committee update. Mr. Pierce informed the Board that the committee had met twice previously and that they planned to meet again after today’s Board meeting. Mr. Pierce stated that the Rules Committee, along with the stakeholders, had made great contribution regarding various topics. One of the topics being discussed was what does the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners need to examine? Other topics of discussion were the criteria for becoming an Assisted Living Administrator, Residential Care Administrator and an Adult Day Care Administrator. Mr. Pierce stated that they were hopeful that progress could be made and that the committee would come back to the Board with some recommendations for changes to the Rules Committee and then to pass this information on to the legislators. Mr. Pierce also stated that ultimately, when the Board licensed a person, we know that we are protecting the citizens of our State. Discussion followed.

Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas, Executive Director, opened the review and discussion for possible action on the following Bills: HB-1551, HB-1460, SB-709 and HB-1433 and stated that 9 the public was invited to speak with a five minute limit. Mr. Thomas gave the status of each Bill and several Board members stated that HB-1551 was not precise enough regarding the term “Administrative Management.” There was discussion regarding an alternative path to licensure as a Nursing Home Administrator, as the current minimum standard is a 4 year Bachelor’s degree. There were mixed opinions among Board members relating to this topic. Mr. James Jakubovitz, administrator and past Board member, reminded the Board members that the education requirement had been raised due to rising acuity levels in nursing homes. He also urged the Board to take a position on the bill and stated the importance of Board members standing behind that position. There was a lengthy and detailed discussion. .

Mr. Brett Coble and Dr. Scott Calhoon left at 12:10.

Ms. Jackie Millspaugh, Chair of the Personnel Committee, led the review, discussion and possible action regarding the Annual Evaluation of the Executive Director. Ms. Millspaugh informed the Board that due to today’s lengthy meeting, this item be tabled until next month.

Motion was made by Mr. James Joslin, seconded by Mr. Bill Pierce, to table the aforementioned item. Motion carried with voting as follows: Affirmative – Ms. Susan Barnes, Mr. James Joslin, Ms. Lisa Pever, Ms. Jacki Millspaugh, Ms. Georgia Devening, Ms. Nancy Poteete, Ms. Donna Bowers, Mr. Bill Pierce, Ms. Nancy Pfeifer, Mr. Brett Coble, Ms. Pat Bean, Ms. Susan Haws and Dr. Scott Calhoon. Negative – None. Abstaining – None.

Mr. Gaylord Z. Thomas gave his report as follows:

1. OFFICE MOVE UPDATE: The construction is well underway. They’re doing the finishing touches on it now and we should be making the physical move the first week of April which means THIS is probably the last Board meeting in this room. We believe we have coordinated most aspects of the move and hope it will come off smoothly but there’s likely something we will have overlooked or someone will have the first of April sneak up on them and they won’t be ready to do their part…but we’re ready to make this move and hope to have it up and running at the next meeting. Things like we were forced to do today (split the licensees up in two groups for licensure) should become a thing of the past.

2. CEU AUDIT UPDATE: Still under way. We will continue to keep you updated. About 3/4ths of the way through the NHAs and still haven’t had an unusual number of hiccups (nothing additional since the last update). Our “cases” that fell out of the CE audits from the late renewals are still with the AG’s office for the Anti-Trust reviews and on Monday I received notice that we’ve moved on to our 3rd Assistant AG in charge of those since we’ve been required to do them and I also received late Monday afternoon “approval” of the 3 CEU cases in the PCC Report so those Orders will be served now.

3. 2018 NAB ANNUAL MEETING INFORMATION: The June 2018 NAB Annual Meeting is currently scheduled to come to OKLAHOMA CITY (probably the Skirvin Hotel). Unless the OK ST BD OF EXAMINERS FOR LONG TERM CARE ADMS. 3-22-2017 hotel arrangements and those sort of thing don’t work out, it IS NAB’s plan to be here next year (first time ever) for the Annual Meeting – and elections are held in even years so it’s a pretty big deal to have them coming here. Tentatively mark your calendars for June 6-8, 2018 (next summer, NOT this summer).

4. UPCOMING EVENTS/DATES: Next Board Meetings –April 19 (new location), May 17 I will be out of the office April 20-21 for a NAB (NCERS) meeting (NAB funded travel). Also out the week of May 22nd to attend my daughter’s graduation-USAF Academy NAB Annual Meeting, June 13-16 (Salt Lake City)

The meeting adjourned at 12:30 pm.

Respectfully Submitted,

MS. NANCY POTEETE, SEC-TREASURER