The Kootenay East Regional Hospital District Board reappointed David Wilks as Chair and Garry Jackman as Acting Chair in the board’s annual election, held on Feb. 13.
Wilks, Sparwood’s Mayor, will serve his fifth term as Chair.
“This is an exciting time in the region with a number of large and impactful projects underway or on the horizon. I appreciate the continued support of my fellow Directors in my role as Chair and look forward to continuing to work on behalf of the Hospital District and with Interior Health in the year ahead.” said Wilks.
Jackman, Regional District of Central Kootenay Electoral Area A Director will also serve his fifth term as Acting Chair.
“Chair Wilks and I have a strong working relationship, and I look forward to another productive year with Chair Wilks, the Board, staff and Interior Health.” said Jackman.
The Kootenay East Regional Hospital District covers up to 40 per cent of capital funding for acute care facilities in the region, including medical equipment, construction, and renovations.
The district serves the entire RDEK, along with the Towns of Golden and Creston, and areas of the Regional Districts of Central Kootenay and Columbia Shuswap that encompass those communities.
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