Public Health Services is temporarily using $23,845 in Charity Care funds to cover three grant positions while waiting for a federal grant award from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services for childhood lead poisoning prevention, extending those positions through September 29, 2027.
What it means for you
Three staff positions focused on childhood lead poisoning prevention will be kept funded using Charity Care money as a bridge until the expected federal grant is received.
Outcome
A motion was made by Commissioner Ellis, seconded by Commissioner Garcia, that this item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote: (5-0)
How each member voted
Lina Hidalgo (County Judge): AyeRodney Ellis (Commissioner, Precinct 1): AyeAdrian Garcia (Commissioner, Precinct 2): AyeTom S. Ramsey (Commissioner, Precinct 3): AyeLesley Briones (Commissioner, Precinct 4): Aye
5–0, per the official record.