To: Board of Supervisors
From: DHHS: Public Health
Agenda Section: Consent
Vote Requirement: Majority
SUBJECT:
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Agreement with the State of California Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program (CLPPP) for Fiscal Years 2023-24 through 2025-26
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RECOMMENDATION(S):
Recommendation
That the Board of Supervisors:
1. Approve Grant Agreement #23-10257 with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for $755,849.00 for the term of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2026;
2. Authorize the Public Health Director, or a designee thereof to sign the agreement and required certification;
3. Authorize the Director of Public Health or a designee thereof to sign all future amendments and documents directly related to Grant Agreement #23-10257 upon review and approval of County Counsel and Risk Management; and
4. Direct the Clerk of the Board to return one (1) copy of the certified board report to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) - Contract Unit.
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SOURCE OF FUNDING:
Public Health (1175-407)
DISCUSSION:
Lead is a toxic metal that was used in many products. Lead is linked to neurological and physiological disorders. Many lead-based products have been phased out, but the effects continue in the environment. Risk factors include older houses with lead-based paint, some hobbies, consumer products, remedies, and foods. Children under age six are especially vulnerable to lead poisoning. The CLPPP program provides education on mitigating these risks as well as linkage to support and care for children with elevated blood lead levels.
The CLPPP program involves all divisions of Public Health. This includes Public Health Nursing, Environmental Health, Healthy Communities Division, Child Health and Disability Prevention (CHDP) and the Public Health Laboratory. Through this coordinated effort, the program provides nursing case management, environmental surveillance, home visiting, education, and outreach.
The CLPPP program receives the res...
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