The GNYHA Board of Governors met on October 11, 2007, and took the following actions:

• was reminded about the "Where to Practice" Open House event on Oct. 21, 2007 (see page 3 for details);

• heard a presentation on GNYHA's quality and patient safety initiatives, member advancements in these areas since participating in the programs, and plans for future initiatives;

• hosted New York Senator Charles Schumer, who updated the board on the health care reform climate
  in Washington; and

• was briefed by Partnership for Quality Care President Dennis Rivera on the group's national activities related to the State Children's Health Insurance Program reauthorization and partner recruitment plans for the coming months.