Title
Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-128 approving an Interlocal Agreement for coordinated health services with Dallas County Health and Human Services; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Community Services Department
BACKGROUND:
For several years, the City of Farmers Branch has maintained an interlocal agreement (ILA) with Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) to provide essential public health services to Farmers Branch residents. Under this agreement, Dallas County delivers a comprehensive range of services, including:
• Tuberculosis control
• Sexually transmitted disease control (STD)
• Communicable disease control
• Laboratory testing and analysis
• Immunizations
• Child health care
• High-risk infant case management
• Home visitation services
Dallas County assesses service fees on a sliding scale, based on each resident’s ability to pay. The corresponding Fee Schedule is outlined in Exhibit A of the Interlocal Agreement. The City’s cost share is calculated based on historical caseloads and prior-year service utilization. Dallas County invoices the City monthly, reflecting a proportional share of the total annual cost as specified in the agreement.
DISCUSSION:
This Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County ensures Farmers Branch residents have access to critical public health services the City cannot provide independently. Through this partnership, residents benefit from countywide disease prevention, early detection, and treatment programs that help safeguard overall community health.
This arrangement facilitates regional collaboration and enables the City to use County resources and expertise to manage communicable disease control, immunization programs, and child health initiatives. By maintaining this agreement, the City ensures continuity of service delivery while aligning with best practices in intergovernmental cooperation.
The FY 2026-27 Interlocal Agreement reflects no significant changes to the scope of services or the cost allocation methodology. Dallas County will continue to provide the same level of service at a cost determined by historical utilization trends.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Budgeted Financial Impact of $6,856.00 in the FY 2026-27 budget.
DISTRICT:
Citywide
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2026-128 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2026-128, with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2026-128
2. Exhibit A- Interlocal Agreement