Board of Directors

TMWIHC Board Members 2026

The Tuolumne Me-Wuk Indian Health Center Health Board is dedicated to supporting the health, wellness, and quality of care for our patients and community. Through their leadership and oversight, the Board helps guide the organization in fulfilling its mission and vision while ensuring accountability in all financial, ethical, and legal matters.

The Health Board operates in accordance with the California Nonprofit Public Benefit Corporation Law, the organization’s Articles of Incorporation, and all applicable laws and regulations.

The Board is composed of eight Community Council representatives. Each position is filled through a Community Council election, ensuring community voices remain at the center of our governance and decision-making process.

Board Members

Renee Wessell -TMWIHC Chairperson

Renee Wessell

Chairperson
Darla Merlin - TMWIHC Vice Chairperson

Darla Merlin

Vice Chairperson
Shirley Klososki -TMWIHC Secretary

Shirley Klosowski

Secretary
LaVerna Blanco -TMWIHC Treasurer

LaVerna Blanco

Treasurer
Carlos Geisdorff -TMWIHC Board Member

Carlos Geisdorff

Board Member
Jesse Madden -TMWIHC Board Member

Jesse Madden

Board Member
Janell Lavell - TMWIHC Board Member

Janell Lavell

Board Member
Sasheen Borja -TMWIHC Board Member

Sasheen Borja

Board Member