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IS IT TRUE JULY 15, 2015

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IS IT TRUE that on Monday evening DMD Director Kelley Coures said that the CVS Building at Columbia and North Main’s fair market value for rent is $18,000 per year? … City Councilman John Friend, CPA said based on that level of rent the value the property would be between $180,000 to $200,000? …in this case we we wonder why the DMD Director Coures and his puppet Economic Redevelopment Commission paid $535,000 for that property?

IS IT TRUE  most Commercial properties are valued based on the income method and the income (rent) times ten determines the value of the property? …by this formula $18,000 times ten (10) equals $180,000 fair maket value for the dilapidated and vacant CVS building in a questionable part of town?

IS IT TRUE we wonder why the City hasn’t established a TIF District in the Center City in the Lincoln avenue area?

IS IT TRUE Democratic Mayoral candidate Gail Riecken held a successful public forum at Memorial Baptist Church Tuesday?

IS IT TRUE this “Forum was on Leadership in Government and Business” featuring Gary Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson? …it obvious that Mayor Winnecke and his key staff would had benefited if they would had attended this event?

IS IT TRUE we agree with out going City Councilman Conner O’Daniel voting against the funding of improvements to Vann-Pollack Park? …Mr. O’Daniels voted no on this issue is because he wanted to wait to see wait the upcoming parks master plans recommends what needs to be prioritized in the future?

IS IT TRUE that Mr. O’Daniel handled Councilman Weaver’s insulting and sarcastic remarks towards him extremely well? …that Mr. Weaver is known as an intellectual light weight when it comes to making sound business decisions? …we say three cheers to Mr. O’Daniels for putting Weaver in his proper place?

IS IT TRUE we were taken aback by the Director of the DMD Kelley Coures’ behavior towards members of City Council and general public at Monday’s’ City Council meeting? …Mr. Coures was rude, arrogant, authoritative and insulting? …we predict if Gail Riecken is elected Mayor Mr. Coures shall be the first to be given the political boot? …we feel there is no reason for a Department Head to display that type of behavior towards any elected official and the general public ever?

IS IT TRUE that Missy Mosby continued claims that her constituents want her to vote a certain way is becoming laughable? …if Miss Mosby is so in touch with the needs of her constituents why did she only win by a mere 14 votes in her primary race?

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Prominent Midwest Mayors in Evansville to Support Gail Riecken

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State Representative Gail Riecken, candidate for Mayor of Evansville, announced today that Mayor Karen Freeman-Wilson of Gary, IN and Mayor Nan Whaley of Dayton, OH will be coming to Evansville to host a forum on leadership in government and business and to headline a fundraiser for her campaign.

Both events will be held at the Memorial Baptist Church in Evansville on July 14, 2015.

“Mayor Freeman-Wilson is one of the most effective mayors in our great state,” said Riecken.  “She has used her background in government to unify her city behind a broad group of fresh ideas and creative approaches to growing the economy and improving public safety.”

Mayor Freeman-Wilson is a former Indiana Attorney General and was the first female mayor in Gary’s history.

“Mayor Whaley has also been a truly transformative leader as Mayor,” said Riecken.  “Nan has launched new initiatives aimed at growing small businesses and addressing her city’s housing challenges.  She’s used her background on City Council as a springboard to an aggressive approach as Mayor.

“We are looking forward to learning a lot from these very impressive mayors and we hope to host a broad group of Evansville citizens for this important forum”

Governor Pence Applauds Amazon’s Decision to Add 2,000 Jobs to Indiana

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Indianapolis – Today, Governor Pence released the following statement applauding Amazon.com Inc.’s decision to add 2,000 jobs in Indiana.

 

“Because of Indiana’s low-cost, low-regulation business environment, Amazon is choosing to locate 2,000 of its new jobs right here in the Hoosier state,” said Governor Mike Pence. “As the Crossroads of America, Indiana is positioned logistically to help Amazon better serve its customers with efficiency. It’s great to see that Amazon, a very strong global company that already employs more than 7,000 Hoosiers, has recognized Indiana as a state that works and a place where it can continue to expand and employ thousands of Hoosiers.”

 

Amazon currently has a presence in Indianapolis, Whitestown, Plainfield and Jeffersonville and employs more than 7,000 Hoosiers. Today, Amazon announced 10,000 new jobs nationwide. 2,000, or 20% of those, will be in Indiana. 1,300 will be in the Greater Indianapolis region and 700 will be in Southern Indiana.

 

Since 2007, Amazon.com Inc. has announced three expansions in Indiana (with IEDC incentives) totaling more than 2,600 new Hoosier jobs.

 

  • In March 2012, Amazon announced plansto locate a new fulfillment center in Jeffersonville, creating up to 1,050 new jobs by 2015 and approximately $150 million in investment in the state.
  • In March 2008, Amazon announced plansto open a new 60,000+ square foot automated fulfillment center in Whitestown, creating more than 1,200 new jobs by 2010.
  • In August 2008, Amazon announced plansto open a new 950,000-square-foot distribution center in Plainfield, creating more than 350 new jobs by 2011.

MissionPoint Health Partners Increase Footprint in Indiana

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MissionPoint increases access and improves health of communities, while lowering costs

 MissionPoint Health Partners has launched its population health management model into Indiana and is expanding access to now more than 250,000 members and 7,700 contracted providers. St.Mary’s partnered with MissionPoint earlier this year.

MissionPoint and St.Mary’s are both members of Ascension, the nation’s largest Catholic and not-for-profit health system. MissionPoint is a population health company that makes healthcare more affordable, accessible and works to improve the overall health of communities.

MissionPoint works with providers, employers and payers to create custom, high-quality healthcare networks that members can access at lower cost. MissionPoint then supports its members with a unique care model, offering personalized care to those who may need clinical and social support beyond traditional healthcare to achieve their best health. The result is an improved healthcare experience for members and stronger care coordination, which typically helps drive down healthcare costs for the entire population.

The hospitals that now offer MissionPoint services in Indiana include:

  • Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent
  • St. Mary’s Health
  • St. Mary’s Warrick Hospital
  • St.Vincent Anderson Regional
  • St.Vincent Carmel
  • St.Vincent Clay
  • St.Vincent Dunn
  • St.Vincent Fishers
  • St.Vincent Frankfort
  • St.Vincent Heart Center
  • St.Vincent Indianapolis
  • St.Vincent Jennings
  • St.Vincent Kokomo
  • St.Vincent Mercy
  • St.Vincent Randolph
  • St.Vincent Salem
  • St.Vincent Seton Specialty
  • St.Vincent Williamsport
  • St.Vincent Women’s

“MissionPoint truly helps members, especially those who are vulnerable,” said Dr. Tricia Baird, Chief Medical Officer of St. Mary’s CARE Partners. “By providing an extra layer of support, members gain access to resources, including financial and quality of life programs. MissionPoint is carrying out the Ascension mission to serve all persons through spiritually centered, holistic care, which sustains and improves the health of individuals and communities.”

MissionPoint is now in seven markets across the United States, and will add additional markets in 2016. By expanding into new and existing markets, MissionPoint is able to reach additional underserved and vulnerable populations, particularly those on Medicare. All seven markets, including Indiana, are part of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP).

“We believe that healthcare can be better. By continuing to expand into new markets across the country, we are increasing access to members who need our services most,” said Jason Dinger, CEO of MissionPoint Health Partners. “Through our Health Partners, we help members navigate the complex healthcare system and take charge of their health. Health Partners provide both clinical and non-clinical support to members as they transition among healthcare providers, including an assessment of physical, mental and emotional needs.”

For more information on MissionPoint call Vicki Shelton at 317-338-4130 or visit www.missionpointhealth.org.

Fort Wayne hospital loses Medicaid payment appeal

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Dave Stafford for www.theindianalawyer.com

 

Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne was not wrongly denied $27 million in Medicaid payments it sought from the state when it failed to properly and timely document the claims, the Indiana Court of Appeals affirmed Tuesday.

The Family and Social Services Administration denied Parkview’s request for disproportionate share hospital payments it sought for 2010 and 2011, a decision affirmed by Allen Superior Judge Nancy Eshcoff Boyer.

In Parkview Hospital, Inc. v. John J. Wernert, in his official capacity as Secretary of the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, and The Methodist Hospitals, Inc., 02A03-1408-PL-296, Judge Elaine Brown wrote a 45-page order for the Court of Appeals panel that affirmed the trial court. She wrote that the hospital has received more than $70 million in DSH payments and safety-net programs since 2004 and claims a continuous shortfall of more than $198 million since then from serving Medicaid and uninsured patients.

Nevertheless, the panel rejected the hospital’s argument that denial of the DSH benefits for 2010 and 2011 was an unduly harsh sanction and that Parkview had a contract with FSSA and it suffered a disproportionate forfeiture.

“Based upon the record, the decision of the Secretary of FSSA was not arbitrary, capricious, or unsupported by substantial evidence. In addition, there was no contract or agreement of material terms and conditions regarding DSH payments supporting a forfeiture claim,” Brown wrote.

“For the foregoing reasons, we affirm the July 25, 2014 judgment of the trial court affirming the decision of the Secretary of FSSA.”

Ivy Tech Corporate College to Announce New Evansville Training Program

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Ivy Tech Corporate College will announce an exciting new training program at a press conference tomorrow, Wednesday, July 15th at 9:30 a.m. at Ivy Tech’s main campus in Evansville. Ivy Tech Corporate College community supporters from Lowe’s, Ryder, Atlas Van Lines, Shoe Carnival and more will be in attendance at the event.

St. Mary’s Health Recognized for Excellence in Healthcare by Professional Research Consultants

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St. Mary’s Health has been recognized as a 2015 PRC Five Star Excellence Award winner in two categories during a recent awards celebration.  Healthcare leaders from across the United States gathered to participate in the 2014 PRC Excellence in Healthcare Conference hosted by Professional Research Consultants, Inc. (PRC) in Scottsdale, Arizona.

St. Mary’s Health, part of Ascension, the nation’s largest Catholic and non-profit health system, received the Five Star Excellence Award in Inpatient Services – HCAHPS – Discharge Information. The scoring is in the top 10% nationally for “Excellent” responses for Inpatient Services – HCAHPS (Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems).

St. Mary’s 5 East Medical Unit received the Five Star Excellence Award in Inpatient Medical Services – Overall Quality of Care. St. Mary’s scored in the top 10% nationally for “Excellent” responses in this category.

For 15 years, PRC’s annual Excellence in Healthcare Conference has brought together hundreds of healthcare leaders to focus on transforming the patient experience. The awards recognize organizations and individuals who achieve excellence throughout the year by improving patient experiences, healthcare employee engagement and/or physician alignment and engagement based on surveys of their (patients, employees, physicians).

“St. Mary’s is incredibly deserving of these National Excellence in Healthcare Awards,” said Joe M. Inguanzo, Ph.D., President and CEO of PRC. “St. Mary’s is committed to driving improved scores and making their hospital a better place to work, a better place to practice medicine and a better place for patients to be treated. It takes true dedication, determination and hard work to achieve this level of excellence in healthcare.”

About PRC

Professional Research Consultants, Inc. (PRC) is a national healthcare market research company. For more than 35 years, PRC has facilitated millions of interviews, delivered insightful reports and provided customized research solutions to hospitals and healthcare organizations. Services measure community perceptions, brand positions, patient experience, physician alignment and engagement, and employee engagement. PRC is also a certified vendor for government-mandated CAHPS surveys and has partnered with more than 300 communities across the U.S. to conduct Community Health Needs Assessments. 

St. Mary’s Health 

St. Mary’s Health, in partnership with St. Vincent Health in Indianapolis, is a member of Ascension Health – the nation’s largest Catholic and non-profit health system. We are a faith-based health ministry serving communities in Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky. With a medical staff of more than 750 physicians, St. Mary’s specializes in cardiac, surgical, orthopedic, rehabilitation, neurosciences, women’s, children’s, seniors, emergency, and trauma services. For more than 140 years, St. Mary’s has been guided by its mission of serving all persons, with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable.

For more information, please visit our website at www.stmarys.org.

About Ascension 

Ascension (www.ascension.org) is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As the largest non-profit health system in the U.S. and the world’s largest Catholic health system, Ascension is committed to delivering person-centered care to all with special attention to those who are poor and vulnerable. In FY2014, Ascension provided $1.8 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs. More than 150,000 associates and 35,000 affiliated providers serve in 1,900 sites of care – including 131 hospitals and more than 30 senior care facilities – in 23 states and the District of Columbia. In addition to healthcare delivery, Ascension subsidiaries provide a variety of services and solutions including physician practice management, venture capital investing, treasury management, biomedical engineering, clinical care management, information services, risk management, and contracting through Ascension’s own group purchasing organization.

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