File #: 14-0271    Version: 1
Type: Agenda Item Status: Approved
File created: 2/7/2014 In control: Board of Supervisors
On agenda: 2/25/2014 Final action: 2/25/2014
Title: Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board authorize the Director to sign a letter in support of Tahoe Turning Point's proposed purchase of a residential facility which will provide services to the Lake Tahoe community and surrounding areas.
Attachments: 1. A - Tahoe Turning Point Letter of Support 2-25-14
Title
Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board authorize the Director to sign a letter in support of Tahoe Turning Point's proposed purchase of a residential facility which will provide services to the Lake Tahoe community and surrounding areas.
Body
Fiscal Impact/Change to Net County Cost
There is no fiscal impact or change to net County costs associated with this agenda item.
 
Background
Tahoe Turning Point is a private/non-profit outpatient facility providing professional therapeutic services and substance abuse counseling to adults and adolescents of the Lake Tahoe community and surrounding areas.  Tahoe Turning Point also provides specialized therapy for families, married couples and partners.  
 
Reason for Recommendation
Tahoe Turning Point is currently in the process of purchasing a residential facility and has requested a letter of support from the Health and Human Services Agency, which will be given to the lender.  The letter from the Health and Human Services Agency supports the services provided by Tahoe Turning Point, which are integral to the Agency in serving the Lake Tahoe community and surrounding areas with specific needs.  
 
Contact
Don Ashton, M.P.A.
Director