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Consider approving Resolution No. 2016-068 authorizing an Interlocal Agreement between City of Farmers Branch and Dallas County for Health and Human Services; and take appropriate action.
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BACKGROUND:
The City contracts with Dallas County for Health and Human Services. This Interlocal Agreement establishes and coordinates health services for city residents which are operated through Dallas County. Some services offered include immunizations for Farmers Branch residents and a well child clinic, communicable disease control services, laboratory services and senior citizens healthcare services. The city’s portion of the cost is based on population.
DISCUSSION:
The current contract expires on September 30, 2016. Dallas County will continue services on October 1, 2016.
The total cost for services for fiscal year 2016-2017 will not increase from the previous years for the amount of $6,856. There are no other changes in the proposed contract. Funds are available in the Environmental Health Services operating budget.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Administration recommends approving Resolution No. 2016-068 authorizing an Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County for Health and Human Services in the amount of $6,856.00.
POSSIBLE COUNCIL ACTION:
1. I move to approve Resolution No. 2016-068 authorizing an Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County for Health and Human Services
2. I move to approve Resolution No. 2016-068 authorizing an Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County for Health and Human Services, with modifications.
3. I move to table the issue for further study or take no action.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution No. 2016-068
2. Interlocal Agreement with Dallas County