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 Family Planning Program (FPP) Project Grant in the amount of $308,865.00, with 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 - Family Planning Program (FPP) Project Grant.
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
* Goal 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 Family Planning Program (FPP) Grant aligns strongly with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan's health priorities. The program enables the Laredo Public Health Department to provide essential women's preventive health services, including reproductive education, counseling, screenings, and family planning. These services directly support the plan's emphasis on preventive care, equitable access, and community health education. The inclusion of both fee-for-service and cost reimbursement models ensures financial sustainability while improving care availability to underserved populations-particularly women of reproductive age in Laredo.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On July 22, 2024, Council approved Resolution 2024-R-217
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Departm...
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