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Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign Agreement for Services 5450 with Natalie Patterson, for the provision of registered dietitian services, in the amount of $43,000 per one-year term, beginning July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, and with up to three (3) one-year renewals for an amount up to $172,000, for the full term of Agreement for Services 5450;
2) Make findings in accordance with County Ordinance 3.13.030 that it is more economical and feasible to contract with Natalie Patterson, RD, for services provided under this Agreement 5450 because specialty skills and qualifications not expressly identified in County classifications are involved in the performance of the work; and
3) Authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute further documents relating to Agreement for Services 5450, including amendments that do not increase the maximum dollar amount or term of the Agreement, and contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management.
FUNDING Funded by 29% Federal, 3% State, 48% County General Fund, and 20% Fees and Donations.
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DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND:
Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) recommending the Board approve Agreement for Services 5450 (Agreement) with Natalie Patterson for the provision of registered dietitian services for the Senior Nutrition Program, ensuring HHSA meets the requirements as set forth by the California Department of Aging.
Additionally, HHSA has determined, in accordance with County Ordinance Section 3.13.030 there are specialty skills, qualifications, and equipment not expressly identified in County classifications involved in the performance of the work.
Due to Covid-19, All of HHSA’s congregate meal sites were closed, and a new system to provide meals was quickly mobilized. HHSA’s senior meal program currently provides seniors with hot, nutritious meals every weekday for take-out and, when safe again, will be provided at congreg...
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