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Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign Amendment I to Agreement for Services 38 (016-S1711) with Black Oak Mine Unified School District, for the provision of the Primary Intervention Project services on an “as requested basis”, extending the term for an additional year to June 30, 2020, increasing the compensation by $77,000 for a maximum contractual obligation of $308,000;
2) Make findings in accordance with County Ordinance 3.13.030 that it is more economical and feasible to contract with Black Oak Mine Unified School District for services provided under this Agreement because the contractor will provide equipment, materials, facilities, administration or support services related to services that may not be feasibly provided by the County; and
3) Authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute further documents relating to Agreement for Services 38 (016-S1711), including amendments which do not increase the maximum dollar amount or term of the Agreement, and contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management.
FUNDING: 100% State Funding - Mental Health Service Act.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND:
In 2004 California voters passed Proposition 63, the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA). The MHSA imposes a one percent tax on personal income in excess of $1,000,000. The funds from the tax are distributed to California counties and are intended to transform the Mental Health System into one that is consumer and family driven, is recovery oriented, accessible and culturally competent, and offers services appropriate for the population that is served.
On June 20, 2017, (File ID No 17-0551, Agenda Item 33) the Board of Supervisors approved the adoption of the County’s Mental Health Services Act Three-Year Program and Expenditure Plan, covering Fiscal Years (FY) 2017/18 - 2019/20. Additionally, on June 26, 2018, (File ID No: 18-0874, Agenda Item 47) the Board authorized the i...
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