Approved 2015/2016 Capital Budget

                                                                                           May 20, 2015

Geraldton District Hospital

Board of Directors Approve 2015/2016 Capital Budget

The Annual Capital Budget planning process commenced four months ago.  At that time, managers consulted with their staff regarding departmental equipment and renovation needs.  Quotes and estimates were obtained and all items were prioritized.  The Board has subsequently reviewed the extensive list and has granted final approval as follows:

• Equipment      $200,129
• Renovation      projects $862,362

All of the funds to pay for the $1,062,491.00 budget come from the Hospital’s reserves and donations. 

Some significant equipment purchases will be:

• Baxter triple pumps in the Emergency Department and Acute Care unit
• Four new beds in the Long-Term Care unit
• Coagulation analyzer in the Laboratory
• Taski Ergodisc 2000 (floor buffer) in the Support Services Department

Some significant renovations will be :

• Long-Term Care humidifier
• Roof replacement – entire Hospital

Please contact Diane Lauzon at (807) 854-4102 if you wish to see the detailed list of the Capital Budget.

Should any individuals or groups wish to receive more information or wish to donate towards the purchase of equipment, then please do not hesitate to contact

Kurt Pristanski, Chief Executive Officer, at 854-4107.

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