SUBJECT
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit an application to the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) for the Primary Prevention of Cancer Grant, in the total amount of up to $1,000,000 with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department for the term period from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2028; and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - Primary Prevention of Cancer Grant.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
• Goal 7.1: Address the health needs of all residents in the region through collaboration and coordination among local, state, and binational entities.
• Policy 7.1.1: Partner with local, state, and binational entities to prevent health-related problems through prevention programs and policies.
• Goal 7.4: Help reduce obesity and the chronic illnesses associated with obesity, such as Type 2 Diabetes, cancers, and heart disease.
Summary of alignment: The CPRIT Primary Prevention of Cancer Grant application aligns strongly with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan by proposing a multi-faceted, evidence-based approach to reduce cancer rates and disparities in the community. The program’s components-including HPV and hepatitis B vaccination, tobacco-use prevention, nutrition and physical activity promotion, and sun safety education-are deeply rooted in the Plan’s goals around chronic disease prevention and community wellness.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department wishes to apply for this funding opportunity by the Cancer Prevention & Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) through the Primary Prevention of Cancer Grant. Through this award, the City of Laredo Public Health Department will work towards reducing cancer incidence and mortality, reduce cancer disparities, and improve the lives of cancer survivors by promoting and providing hepatitis B and HPV vaccines, supporting environmental approaches that make healthy choices easier, and empowering people to make healthy lifestyles choices related to tobacco use, nutrition, physical activity, and sun safety.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
Staff recommends that Council approve the Resolution.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025
Budgeted Y/N?: N/A
Source of Funds: CPRIT
Account #: N/A
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funds will be appropriated once awarded.