Much of the work of the Wisconsin Healthcare Engineering Association is accomplished through the efforts of its committees. Many more hours are spent outside of scheduled meetings by the Committee Chairpersons and individual committee members, who work hard to make our state association a strong partner in our professional development. The State Board includes the following standing committees for 2008.
Bylaws Committee
William Best - Chair
A chairman has been appointed yearly to be responsible for reviewing the state association's bylaws for compliance by the association. If changes are required, additional members are selected from the membership to serve on this committee. A Review process is made and recommendations are forwarded to the board. After the board has approved the final draft of the bylaw changes, a vote of the membership must be obtained by either a mailing or assembly, such as at the annual conference. Inquiries regarding the bylaws should be made to Bill Best 262.928.2233, wbest1@ww.rr.com
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Codes And Standards Committee
Wade Rudolph, Jon Cechvala -- Co-Chairs
This committee is responsible for the ongoing review of all codes and standards relating to health care engineering. The committee will serve in an advocacy role by establishing and maintaining contacts with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ) and develop relationships which provide input to regulating agencies through our organization. Each chapter is requested to have two representatives designated to serve on this committee. If there are any questions or concerns relating to code issues, please contact Wade Rudolph, 715. 848.4600, wrudolph@shec.hshs.org, or Jon Cechvala, 608.442.5350, jonc@eua.com.
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Conference Committee
Michael Blackwood - Chair
The Conference Committee develops, plans and coordinates the activities of the Annual Conference. Members include the chair, Board President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary, the Conference Coordinator, Technical Exhibit Coordinator, representatives of the Membership and Education committees, and representatives of our retired members. The program provided annually by this committee is critical to the success of the organization and has become nationally recognized as one of the premier educational programs in the country. For information or suggestions on future conferences please contact Mike Blackwood 715.387.5358, fax 715.387.5722 or blackwood.michael@marshfieldclinic.org.
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Education Committee
Jim Teunas – Chair
The committee's responsibility is to develop, promote, conduct, and monitor education for the healthcare maintenance professionals. Each chapter is requested to have two members designated to serve on this committee. The chairman and his committee develop a budget for expenses and income for the programs presented. A member of the Education Committee currently sits on the Conference Committee to assist with development of education programs for the Annual Conference. For further information, please contact Jim Teunas, 800.727.8725 ext 150, James.W.Teunas@jci.com.
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Finance Committee
Dennis Havlik - Chair
This committee comprised of officers of the association, is chaired by the association President. Other members are the past president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary. Their responsibilities are: a) monitor and make decisions concerning investments of the WHEA funds in no-risk interest bearing accounts; b) review and negotiate all WHEA contracts and make recommendations to the board; c) approve all fees to be charged for services rendered; d) establishment and monitoring of the accounting system for WHEA that uses acceptable accounting standards; e) audit the WHEA books of accounts annually. For further information, please contact Dennis Havlik, 608.791.9758, or havlik.dennis@mayo.edu.
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Member Services Committee
Roger Elliott - Chair
This committee has the responsibility for promoting membership in our organization and for the ongoing communication of WHEA activities and industry-wide issues to our membership. The Membership Committee publishes an annual Directory and quarterly Newsletter, and coordinates the continuing development of the WHEAnet website. The membership committee maintains the WHEA membership roster, provides recognition awards for years of service to our members at the annual conference, coordinates the annual recognition day program, and manages the annual commemorative button and banner program. The committee is pledged to pursue new and innovative means of promoting membership growth. Please direct your questions or concerns to Roger Elliott 715.726.3331, relliott@sjcf.hshs.org.
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Nominating Committee
Tom Laabs, Dennis Havlik, co-Chairs
A Nominating Committee of two members has the responsibility of providing the membership with a slate of officers at the Annual Meeting held in conjunction with our Annual Conference. The past President and current President serving on the Board of Directors makes up this committee. If there are any questions or suggestions for nominations for the upcoming year Board Offices, please contact Dennis Havlik, 608.791l9758, havlik.dennis@mayo.edu or Tom Laabs, 920.236.1919, tlaabs@affinityhealth.org.
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Sponsorship Committee
Tamarah Cox – Chair
Throughout the years, WHEA has been fortunate to realize the continuing support of many vendors, contractors, and other associated members. The Sponsorship Committee was created to develop and maintain an effective sponsorship program from within, in which additional revenues can be realized to help support our management seminars, mechanic training programs, and annual conference. The Sponsorship Committee not only solicits sponsorship revenues but is also charged with coordinating the recognition and advertising programs that are offered for each level of sponsorship. For further information, please contact Tamarah Cox 715.847.2121 ext. 53659, tamarahc@aspirus.org.
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