Public Hospital District #1 April 22, 2026

LWVSJ Observer Corps*: PUBLIC HOSPITAL DISTRICT #1 Board Meeting

April 22, 2026

Karl Eastlund, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood of Greater WA and North Idaho was present on zoom. Planned Parenthood has 14 sites across Washington. The organization has a special focus on rural communities. Planned Parenthood provides cancer screenings, wellness checks, and birth control and referrals as needed. There is a new provider in the county who will be available for more clinic time in Friday Harbor and the other islands.

Board Chair Lindstrum noted that the District provides some funding to Planned Parenthood as required by State law.

Commissioner Frazer gave a financial report; cash position is better this year than last year.

Commissioner Leschine-Seitz reported that the Family Resource Center has acquired a property on Price St. which will provide them more space for services.

Superintendent Nathan Butler reported that the District is doing well with its 5-10 year plans. 

Chief Bishop reported on his new role as Interim Chief for EMS.

Evan Perrollaz reported that Village at the Harbor is doing well with recent new residents, hospice training, and skills classes for staff.  Also, the Village at the Harbor is funded for an increase in EV parking chargers.

Commissioners discussed how Village at Home is addressing the increased need in the community for in-home services.

The commissioners passed a motion to authorize new Credit Card Accounts. They also authorized purchase of an ambulance, not to exceed $500,000.

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