Bookmark & ShareFor Immediate Release: 06/25/2009
When Steve Hill was appointed to head both DRS and HCA, the two agencies began to explore the possibility of merging. Over the past four months, that idea has been carefully considered and evaluated. At the same time, we identified a number of areas where we could better work together to serve common customers and we started implementing efficiencies.
In June, it was concluded that merging the two agencies would neither result in significant costs savings for taxpayers nor make good business sense. It was decided, however, that we will continue to partner in streamlining our operations and increasing customer satisfaction. We will also work together to maximize shared services between the two agencies
Steve Hill will continue in his dual role of DRS Director and HCA Administrator. In that role, he will continue to serve as chair of the Public Employees Benefit Board and as a member of the Select Committee on Pension Policy, the Washington State Investment Board and the Governor’s Health Policy Team.
