To: Board of Supervisors
From: DHHS: Public Health
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: Majority
SUBJECT:
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Approve Donation of Air Kit 4 Bicycle Pump to Eureka City Schools, Alice Birney Elementary
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Authorize the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Public Health Director, or a designee thereof, to donate an Air Kit 4 Bicycle Pump to Eureka City Schools, Alice Birney Elementary; and
2. Direct the Clerk of the Board to provide DHHS Public Health with one fully executed certified copy of the Board order related to this item.
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STRATEGIC PLAN:
This action supports the following areas of your Board’s Strategic Plan.
Area of Focus: Safe & Healthy Communities
Strategic Plan Category: 1007 - Improve the transportation network to be multi-model, safe, sustainable and equitable
DISCUSSION:
In 2023, DHHS - Public Health’s Falls Prevention Program purchased one Air Kit 4 Bicycle Pump to donate to Alice Birney Elementary School. Public Health has worked closely with Alice Birney for many years, supporting the school’s very active after-school bike club. Donation and installation of this bike pump is an example of an environmental strategy to increase access to physical activity for young people in our community who might not otherwise have access to these opportunities. The bike pump will provide ongoing policy, systems and environmental PSE goals at this school site. This donation will directly contribute to the safety and well-being of students, as properly inflated tires enhance bicycle safety, reduce the likelihood of accidents and promote physical activity among students.
Approval of this donation aligns with the Board’s strategic plan, emphasizing student well-being, eco-friendly practices and workforce support.
SOURCE OF FUNDING:
Public Health Fund (1175) Falls Prevention (414004)
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The Air Kit 4 Bicycle Pump was purchased for in fiscal year (FY) 2023-24 for $1,362.32 in DHHS Public Health Falls Prevention (1175414004) with Partners in Care funding.
OTHER AGENCY INVOLVEMENT:
None
ALTERNATIVES TO STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Board of Supervisors may consider not to approve the donation to Alice Birney School. However, it is advisable to approve the donation, as withholding it could limit students’ access to properly inflated tires, potentially affecting their safety while cycling to and from school.
ATTACHMENTS:
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PREVIOUS ACTION/REFERRAL:
Meeting of: 02/02/21
File No.: 21-73