Department: Public Health Services
Department Head/Elected Official: Barbie L. Robinson, MPP, JD, CHC - Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant
Project ID (if applicable): 10001000001023
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): Department of State Health Services
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Public Health Services for approval to accept an amendment to an agreement with the Texas Department of State Health Services to revise the statement of work and extend the end date and 43 positions to June 30, 2025 for the Vaccination Capacity Program - COVID-19.
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Background and Discussion:
The purpose of this amendment is to extend the contract term, revise the statement of work and revise the budget by redistributing funds among the budget categories without changing the contract amount. The no cost extension allows for the continuation of program activities and assures that the intended outcomes of this award-including improved health for residents of Harris County, reduced health disparities among underserved populations, improved infrastructure, and a streamlined transition to long-term services are completed.
Expected Impact:
The Immunization Grant Supplements Public Health Services' ability to continue to provide vaccinations and enhance vaccine related reporting in Harris County as it relates to vaccination response activities. The grant is currently scheduled to end on June 30, 2024, but will be extended to June 30, 2025. These additional funds will support activities that are not FEMA reimbursable and reduce public Health's reliance on current funding sources.
Alternative Options:
There are no alternative options.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
_ Housing
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