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Consider approving Resolution No. 2025-771 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 (STD) control
• 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 basis, determined by 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 on a monthly basis, representing a proportional share of the total annual cost as specified in the agreement.
DISCUSSION:
This Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County ensures that Farmers Branch residents have access to critical public health services that the City does not have the capacity to 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 utilize County resources and expertise in managing 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 2025-26 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:
The estimated annual cost to the City of Farmers Branch for FY 2025-26 is at a cost not to exceed $6,856.00, based on prior years’ service usage and caseload data. The cost is included in the approved FY 2025-26 Budget.
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-771 as presented.
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2025-771 with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENT(S):
1. Resolution No. 2025-771
2. Exhibit A - Interlocal Agreement