The Central Iowa Health Care Board of Trustees met on Thursday in Marshalltown. Board President, Carol Hibbs stated that the status of CEO John Hughes was on the agenda. Hibbs said that once a decision has been made in regard to CEO John Hughes and his status, a press release will be issued. Hughes was placed on administrative leave on Wednesday September 7th. The hospital is in the process of trying to establish a partnership. Hibbs says the day-to-day operations of the hospital are being taken care of by executive staff and the trustees.