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bulbs, purchasing energy-efficient equipment, turning up or down the thermostats, using fewer plastic bags and bottles, etc. During the coming year, let’s get turned on to energy savings by turning off energy wasters and purchasing energy-effective equipment. • Staffing issues: These topics cross a whole array of issues from the ability to hire and retain qualified employees to concerns about the ability to pay such employees a practical wage. According to the King County Long-Term Care Ombudsman in the state of Washington, low wages and higher costs create a continuing problem for care providers. Lack of resources was one of the critical factors that CHEMA identified in their study as a threat to future success. In their survey, over 43% of respondents indicate their concerns about a lack of resources, which could have a direct impact on the quality and quantity of staffing available. Ironically, the leading issue identified by respondents as a threat to future success was resistance to change, which is also part of the staffing and training equation. Roger Young, assistant superintendent for finance and facilities at Manchester Essex Regional School District in Massachusetts, suggests that involving people in the process of solving problems may break down the resistance to change. Young states, “It’s my belief that people don’t mind doing things differently if they have a clear idea of where you’re going, why you’re doing it, how they fit in, and if they have an opportunity to contribute to your thinking.” As we proceed into 2008, we need to clearly identify staffing issues and concerns and to map out a plan for success in this area. • Sustainability issues: Facilities departments in organizations and institutions are constantly being asked to concentrate on this area that covers a plethora of topics. As APPA’s “2007 Thought Leaders Series” indicates, “Facilities departments face the greatest pressure within the institution to increase sustainable policies and practices.” As we move into 2008, facilities and housekeeping managers should partner together, according to the facilities professionals that participated in the “Thought Leader Series,” by starting to “assess the institution and department’s current level of sustainability Make a business case for sustainable practices.” For an organization or institution to effectively implement such programs it will be critical to, “Form partnerships across the institution.” The year 2008 is going to be exciting and challenging. It is an opportunity for new beginnings and the implementation of innovative programs to solve ongoing challenges by marshalling our resources. James Reny, business manager and facilities director for the Waterville Public Schools in Maine, indicates that getting our staffs involved in resolving challenges and issues is vital. Reny states, “It’s important to involve them (the staff) in that process, get buy-in from the staff. They should be involved at the ground level ” As we enter 2008, one could argue that it will be the year of managing resources through resourceful managers. The input and involvement of our staff is critical to our joint success. I.E.H.A. Board of Directors President—J. Darrel Hicks, R.E.H. (2-year term) ❖ St. Luke’s Hospital ❖ 232 S. Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, MO 6307 ❖ (34) 205-6864 ❖ Fax (34) 205-6753 ❖ jdhicks@ieha. org [2006-‘08] President-Elect—Marvin Ellsworth, R.E.H. (2-year term) ❖ Village Shalom ❖ 20 Dawn Avenue, Belton, MO 6402 ❖ (93) 266-8449 ❖ Fax (93) 266-8442 ❖ mellsworth@ieha. org [2006-‘08] Secretary/Treasurer—Eric Bates, R.E.H. (2-year term) ❖ Bethesda Lutheran Homes ❖ 700 Hoffman Drive, Watertown, WI 53094 ❖ (920) 262-6523 ❖ Fax (920) 262-652 ❖ ebates@blhs. org [2006-‘08] Central District—Sherry Sidwell, R.E.H. (4year term) ❖ Community Hospital ❖ 55 N. Madison Avenue, Anderson, IN 460 ❖ (765) 298-558 ❖ fax (765) 298-5836 ❖ ssidwell@ ecommunity.com [2005-‘09] Central International District—Everett McDonald, C.E.H. (-year term) ❖ Cincinnati Northern KY International Airport ❖ P.O. Box 752000, Cincinnati, OH 45275 ❖ (859) 767-3068 ❖ Fax (859) 767-7236 ❖ emcdonald@ cvgairport.com [2007-‘08] Eastern International District—Lorrie Tripp, C.E.H. (4-year term) ❖ University of Connecticut Health Center ❖ 8D Darling St., Southington, CT 06489 ❖ (860) 944-7877 ❖ Fax (860) 679-870 ❖ tripp@adp.uchc.edu [2005-‘09] Florida International District—Debra Archbald, C.E.H., (-year term) ❖ Peabody Hotel Orlando ❖ 980 International Dr., Orlando, FL 3289 ❖ (407) 345-4402 ❖ Fax (407) 3454459 ❖ Debra.archbald@peabodyorlando. com [2007-‘08] Lower Midwest District—David DeLashmutt, C.E.H. (4-year term) ❖ Abel/Sandoz UNL Housing ❖ 860 N 7th, Lincoln, NE 68588 ❖ (402) 472-05 ❖ Fax (402) 472-53 ❖ ddelashmutt@unl.edu [2005-‘09] Middle Atlantic District—Allen McManus, C.E.H. (-year term) ❖ Northern Hospital of Surry County ❖ 830 Rockford St., Mount Airy, NC 27030 ❖ (336) 79-7000 ❖ Fax (336) 79-0302 ❖ amcmanus@nhsc.org [2007-‘08] Penn-Jersey District—Wayne Bledy, C.E.H. (4-year term) ❖ Cadbury Continuing Care Retirement Community ❖ 7 Locust Grove Dr., Cherry Hill, NJ 08003 ❖ (856) 667-4550 ❖ Fax (856) 382-4025 ❖ wbledy@cadbury. org [2005-‘09] Pacific Northwest District—Diana Ronning, C.E.H. (4-year term) ❖ Swedish Medical Center, Environmental Services ❖ 747 Broadway, Seattle, WA 9822 ❖ (206) 386-3436 ❖ Fax (206) 386-2875 ❖ diana.ronning@swedish. org [2005-‘09] Pacific Southwest District—James E. Saley, R.E.H. (-year term) ❖ Waxie Sanitary Supply ❖ 2538 South 3850 West, West Valley, UT 8420 ❖ (80) 972-3295 ❖ Fax (80) 975-7329 ❖ jsaley@waxie.com [2007-‘08] Southeastern District—Floyd Williams, C.E.H. (-year term) ❖ Shriners Hospital for Children ❖ 2203 W. Algonquin Trail, Shreveport, LA 707 ❖ (38) 226-428 ❖ Fax (38) 424-760 ❖ fwilliams@shrinenet.org [2007-‘08] SouthWest District—Louanna Henning, R.E.H. (4-year term) ❖ Four Seasons Resort & Club Dallas at Las Colinas ❖ 450 N. MacArthur Blvd., Irving, TX 75038 ❖ (972) 77-0700 ❖ Fax (972) 77-256 ❖ louannahenning@sbcglobal. net [2005-‘09] (Interim Contact for SWD) Anna Rodriguez, R.E.H. ❖ (956) 350-7000 ❖ anna.rodriguez@hcahealthcare.com Upper Midwest District—Linda Dueno-Dufek, C.E.H. (-year term) ❖ Manitowoc County Court House ❖ 00 S. 8th Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220 ❖ (920) 684-047 ❖ Fax (920) 683-2749 ❖ lindaduenodufek@co.manitowoc. wi.us [2007-‘08] W © Copyright 2008. Alan S. Bigger and Linda B. Bigger. Alan Bigger, R.E.H., is the Director of Facilities at Earlham College and President of APPA. Linda Bigger is a freelance editor. E-mail them at frugalperson@insightbb.com. Log on! www.ieha.org January 2008/Executive Housekeeping Today 9 http://www.ieha.org

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Executive Housekeeping Today - January 2008 Contents Executive Corner How Hand-Held Computers Benefit Quality Assurance Programs Shining the Light on ATP Detection Frugal Housekeeper MRSA: Myth or Monster? The Impact of New Laundry Technology I.E.H.A.’s 41st Educational Conference and Convention Wrap-Up Board Briefing 2007 Audit Report The Green Scene 2007 International Housekeepers Week Celebrations! Inside the Industry Product Highlights Advertisers' Index Joint IEHA/ISSA Members New Members Calendar of Events Inside I.E.H.A. What I.E.H.A. Has Done For Me

Executive Housekeeping Today - January 2008

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