Vision camera

I've been told that the vision camera in Ft. Dodge is not working properly so I have been seeking information from our audiologist and vision specialist regarding the use of the camera. Here are the results:
MTI Photoscreener Condition:
Spencer– Good Condition
Storm Lake – Camera is working, battery is dead, must keep it plugged in all the time
Ft. Dodge – camera is not working properly

Film:
Spencer - 2 boxes on hand (40 pictures) Expiration date: 1/2009
Storm Lake – 1.5 boxes on hand (30 pictures)
Ft. Dodge – 2 boxes on hand (40 pictures) Expiration date: 1/2009

Do the home intervention teachers regularly request vision pictures?
Spencer – No, they only refer if they have vision concerns, if they have vision concerns it might be better to just refer them to an eye dr. for exam
Storm Lake – I screen all 0-3 referrals
Ft. Dodge – For new referrals, maybe, not consistent with all teachers

Is the process effective for making referrals for a vision exam with the local eye doctor or an ophthalmologist?
Spencer – Several referrals have been made for children to get their eyes examined
Storm Lake – Have had a handful of kids identified by screening, I tell them to call the eye dr. of their choice
Ft. Dodge – Jean Lemberg reads the results, no process in place for us to know the results


So now it's time to hear from you! Do you feel the vision screening checklist tool is sufficient? We can no longer purchase the current MTI photoscreener as it is outdated. The recommended replacement camera cost $4500, is that a good use of funding? I will be taking recommendations to Jerry Stremel and would appreciate your input.