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File #: 25-4692    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Position Status: Passed
File created: 7/23/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 8/7/2025 Final action: 8/7/2025
Title: Request for approval to update the funding source of 12 positions effective August 9, 2025, to continue operations and service delivery in outreach programs.
Attachments: 1. 25-4692 12 positions-revised.pdf
Primary Department: Public Health Services
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Leah Barton - Interim Executive Director

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Type of Request: Position

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Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request for approval to update the funding source of 12 positions effective August 9, 2025, to continue operations and service delivery in outreach programs.
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Background and Discussion:
Request to update the funding source of 12 positions from the GY22 Community Health Workers grant (2601) to Charity Cares (2117), to allow our agency to continue meeting strategic public health goals and community outreach commitments. Our Outreach team, primarily conformed by Community Health Workers, play a vital role in advancing our public health mission by connecting residents to essential services, delivering health education, and supporting prevention efforts.

Expected Impact:
Updating these position's funding source is critical to maintaining outreach and engagement services across the county, particularly in underserved communities.


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