POINTE COUPEE PARISH HEALTH SERVICES DISTRICT NUMBER ONE
BOARD MEETING
January 20, 2026
The PC Health Service District One Board monthly meeting was held on January 20, 2026.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Dr. Carl McLemore, Dr. Donald Doucet, Trohn Blanchard, Janet Vosburg, Brenda Goode, Anthony Hurst, Maurice Picard, Scott Devillier.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Dustin Boudreaux.
OTHERS PRESENT: Chad Olinde-Administrator, John Cazayoux-CFO, Valerie Jarreau-CNO, Jenny Settoon–Home Health, Jody Thibaut, Deanderia Gremillion-PC Human Services.
I. CALL TO ORDER:
Dr. McLemore called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m. Mr. Cazayoux called the role and noted that a quorum was present. On motion by Mr. Devillier and seconded by Ms. Vosburg, the November 2025 board minutes were approved as presented. Motion carried. The December 2025 meeting was canceled.
There were no public comments.
Ms. Deanderia Gremillion-PCHS, provided an update on programs and services by the Center. Discussed growth opportunities for the future.
The election of Health Service District Board Officers was as follows:
Motion by Mr. Picard and seconded by Ms. Vosburg for Dr. Carl McLemore to serve in the capacity of Chairman of the Board. No other recommendations were presented. Motion carried.
Motion by Ms. Vosburg and seconded by Mr. Hurst for Maurice Picard to serve in the capacity of Vice Chairman. No other recommendations were presented. Motion carried.
Motion by Mr. Picard and seconded by Dr. Doucet for Janet Vosburg to serve in the capacity of Secretary. No other recommendations were presented. Motion carried.
The following board members will serve on the following committees:
Personnel/Grievance: Maurice Picard will serve as Chairperson. Committee members will be: Scott Devillier, Anthony Hurst, Dustin Boudreaux.
Finance Committee: Dr. Donald Doucet will serve as Chairperson. Committee members will be: Scott Devillier & Brenda Goode.
II. FINANCE REPORT: Mr. Cazayoux presented for review and discussion the Operating Statement and Balance Sheet for two (2) months ending 12-31-2025. Reports were accepted as presented.
III. HOME HEALTH/HOSPICE
Ms. Settoon presented for review and discussion the home health and hospice Operating Statements for two (2) months ending December 31, 2025. Statistics and year-to-date data were also presented for review and discussion. Reports were accepted as presented.
On a motion by Dr. Doucet and seconded by Ms. Goode, the board voted to adopt the Information Technology Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity policy and procedure. On a motion by Dr. Doucet and seconded by Ms. Goode, the board voted to approve proposed changes to the Start and Stop Times, Recording Mileage policy and to increase the agency’s mileage reimbursement rate to $0.60.
IV. ADMINISTRATOR’S REPORT:
1. Mr. Olinde presented the “Patient Statistical Report” for the month ending December 2025 for review and discussion.
2. Mr. Olinde presented the District’s Annual Expenditures Report for FY 2026 - FY 2017 for review and discussion.
3. On motion by Dr. Doucet and seconded by Ms. Vosburg, the resolution was approved authorizing Chad Olinde, CEO/Administrator, to sign contracts and all documentation as deemed necessary for the day-to-day operations of the facility. Motion carried.
4. On motion by Dr. Doucet and seconded by Ms. Vosburg, the following physicians’ appointments were approved as recommended by the Credentialing Committee and Medical Staff. Motion carried.
New Applicants:
BRRG dba Southern Radiology Consultants: Dale Kimbrough, MD
St. Joseph Medical Clinic of PC: Joshua Best, MD | Caroline Stagg, FNP – temporary privileges (obstetrics) granted 01-02-2026
Reappointments:
Arbor Family Health: Jeremy Courville, NP; Alvin Laprarie, NP
PEPA/C&M: James Moore, MD
Inactive: None
5. On motion by Mr. Blanchard and seconded by Ms. Goode, the board approved purchasing coagulation equipment from Stago. Approximate cost: $38,900. Motion carried.
6. CMS announced the grant award for the Rural Health Transformation Fund. Louisiana will receive $208.4 million in FY 2026. The primary goals with this funding are: Strengthening Rural Workforce, Health Technology, Innovation in Care & Payment Models, Chronic Disease Prevention & Behavioral Health, Expand Care Access, and Infrastructure & Capital Enhancements.
7. On motion by Mr. Devillier and seconded by Dr. Doucet, the board approved $100,000 to update campus signage. Motion carried.
8. On motion by Mr. Devillier and seconded by Dr. Doucet, the board approved amending Personnel Policy and Procedure, HR 3.02, Tuition Reimbursement, as follows: increasing the lifetime funding cap to $10,000; the funding cap per calendar year will increase to $2,000. Motion carried.
V. JOINT COMMISSION UPDATE:
The Performance Improvement report was presented which highlights each department’s efforts to improve patient care and workplace environment. This report also includes a summary of the Emergency Department, Surgery, Tissue, Anesthesia, Safety, Emergency Preparedness, and Performance Improvement meeting minutes.
COVID-19 Update/Flu Update
Presented in the Infection Control report.
Emergency Department and 2nd floor census
Increase in transfers and high acuity patients in the ED.
Expected issues with transfers to higher level of care due to increased flu cases.
Reporting individual AASI delayed transports directly to Operations Manager.
Inpatient and swing admissions increased.
Workplace Violence Prevention Program
Workplace violence incidents:
Oct – 0
Nov – 0
All incidents are investigated. Processes are reviewed with staff and improvements implemented as needed.
Obstetrics Readiness in the Emergency Department
Education and drills continue.
Policies, protocols presented to Med Staff for approval – received.
St. Joseph’s Medical Clinic of Pointe Coupee
Update given on Maternal and Infant mortality initiative.
Census continues to increase monthly.
There will be no meeting in February due to Mardi Gras.
ADJOURNMENT: On motion by Dr. Doucet and seconded by Ms. Vosburg, the meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
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Dr. Carl McLemore, Chairman cost $312
