By Rich Wicks | Times Vedette
The Guthrie County Hospital’s Board of Trustees held a regular monthly meeting on Dec. 30. A public hearing was opened to discuss the proposed projects and hear public comments regarding Guthrie County Hospital’s intent to file an application with the USDA Rural Development for financial assistance to finance a portion of capital improvement projects to include, without limitation, remodeling of, additions to, and expansion of facilities at 710 N. 12th St. No members of the public were in attendance.
The November financials were approved. As of November, the hospital remains ahead of budget for the fiscal year with a year-to-date operating loss of $213,000 and a positive net income of $1.2 million.
The 2025 board officers were elected: Mike Underwood, chair; Doug Kent, vice chair; Cheryl Marks, treasurer; and Dana Tews, secretary. Mary Sheeder was recognized for her 16 years of service on the board. Emily Donovan was elected in November of 2024 to replace Sheeder on the board effective January 2025.
The next regular meeting of the trustees is set for Thursday, Jan. 23 at 4 p.m. The public is welcome.