SUBJECT
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to accept and enter into a continuation contract from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHS) for the Primary Health Care Project Grant in the amount of $100,692.00, with a program income of $10,900.00 and no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from September 01, 2025 through August 31, 2026. Funds will be accounted for in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Primary Health Care Project Grant.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
• Goal 7.1: Improve access to health care services for all residents.
• Policy 1.1: Support and promote preventive health care services.
• Policy 1.2: Increase access to care for low-income, uninsured, and underinsured individuals.
• Goal 2: Promote health equity and reduce health disparities.
• Policy 2.1: Expand access to culturally competent and linguistically appropriate services.
• Goal 3: Educate the public on health and wellness.
• Policy 3.1: Implement educational initiatives that promote healthy lifestyles and preventive care.
Summary of alignment:
The continuation of the Primary Health Care Grant Program aligns with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan health priorities. The program enables the Laredo Public Health Department to continue to offer access to affordable, quality health care for Laredo’s most vulnerable residents. It directly addresses strategic goals related to preventive care, early detection, and chronic disease management, thereby fostering long-term community wellness and reducing healthcare disparities.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On July 22, 2024, Council approved Resolution 2024-R-221
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department is continuing its contract with the Health and Human Services Commission for the continuation of the Primary Health Care Grant Program. Through this agreement, the Public Health Department will provide preventive and acute patient care and early detection screening patient care services for the uninsured, underserved and medically indigent of Laredo. Through the Primary Health Care Program “La Familia” the Public Health Department provides comprehensive health services targeted at the family unit, including immunizations, diagnosis, and treatment, early detection, family planning, health education, diagnostic tests, and intensive case management for the family at risk of acute and chronic diseases (diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease).
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that Council approve the Resolution.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: Primary Health Care Program Project Grant
Account #: 226-0000-323-4036
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The revenue account 226-0000-323-4036 and the expenditure division is 226-6004 with Project Number HEPH18.