John Sandy

The board received an independent audit presentation for FY25, noting a complete and unmodified opinion. The Fiscal Oversight Committee presented financial updates for October 2025, detailing assets, liabilities, and surplus performance. The board approved a non-tenured staff bonus and discussed the Executive Director's report, which included updates on the CCBHC endorsement, the Marcus Alert coordination, and the status of the CRC/CSU-D project. Additionally, the board approved revisions to the bylaws to consolidate oversight committees and received a progress update on the First Street Home, noting successful building, fire, and health inspections.

The board reviewed and accepted the November and December financial reports, noting strong liquidity and stable operations. An independent audit presentation confirmed a clean compliance opinion with no deficiencies. Progress on the CRC facility project was discussed, including design adjustments and budget considerations. Committee reports covered quality improvement plans, risk management, and service delivery updates across outpatient, behavioral health, and infant/toddler programs. Additionally, updates were provided regarding the First Street home transition, and the Executive Director reported on administrative changes, federal budget outlooks, and Medicaid redesign updates.

The board meeting featured the introduction of a new member, a farewell recognition for a retiring director, and a review of the Executive Director's report. Financial reports for November and December were presented and approved, highlighting trends in assets, liabilities, and budget-to-actual performance. The board discussed the status of the Crisis Receiving Center/Crisis Stabilization Unit-Detoxification project, specifically addressing property covenant issues and the withdrawal of an application to the Augusta County Planning Commission. Additionally, an update was provided on the progress and projected timeline for the First Street ICF Group Home project, with an expected opening in the fall.

The meeting included a presentation on Community Housing Services, covering coordinated entry and various housing support programs. The Executive Director provided updates on an employee compensation study, an upcoming town hall meeting, and resources for advocacy. The Fiscal Oversight Committee presented the February financial report, highlighting balance sheet assets, budget-to-actual comparisons, and potential federal budget risks concerning Medicaid and housing grant reductions. Additionally, a project update was provided for the First Street ICF Group Home, noting the completion of the water and sewer project and the resumption of construction work with plans for future timeline reassessments.

The board received a presentation on adult outpatient and substance use case management services. The Executive Director provided updates on the potential acquisition of a new property for the Crisis Receiving Center, the status of the 501(c)(3) organization, a recent cybersecurity assessment, the implementation of a new human resources software, and an ongoing compensation study. Reports were also provided regarding the upcoming employee engagement study, the transition of billing back in-house, and upcoming staff town hall meetings. The Fiscal Oversight Committee received approval to terminate a property contract and initiate due diligence on a new location, and the board reviewed the January financial report. Additionally, an update was provided on the renovation status of the First Street ICF group home.