CITY OF SIGNAL HILL
STAFF REPORT
2175 Cherry Avenue • Signal
Hill, California 90755-3799
4/22/2025
AGENDA ITEM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR
AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CARLO TOMAINO
CITY MANAGER
BY: MATTHEW E. RICHARDSON
CITY ATTORNEY
SUBJECT:
CONTRACT WITH THE LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH FOR
PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES
Summary:
The City currently contracts with the County of Los Angeles for the provision of public health services.
The County is requesting the City enter into a new contract restating the terms of the current contract in order to continue to receive essential public health services under the authority of the County's Health Officer.
Strategic Plan Goal(s):
Goal No. 5: High-Functioning Government: Strengthen internal communication, recruitment, retention, systems, and processes to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of City services.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends the City Council approve Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Contract No. PH005662 for Public Health Services and authorize the City Manager to execute on behalf of the City.
Fiscal Impact:
There is no fiscal impact associated with the recommended action provided and no additional services beyond the scope of basic services are requested by the City.
Background & Analysis:
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The County of Los Angeles has long-standing contracts with numerous cities, including Signal Hill, for the provision of public health services. The proposed contract allows the County's Public Health Officer to act as the City’s Public Health Officer and for the County’s Department of Public Health to act as the City’s Environmental Health Department in order to monitor and enforce various public health statutes, regulations, and ordinances.
The County is requesting the City enter into a new contract in order to restate the terms of the previous contract and incorporate amendments to the Health and Safety Code and Los Angeles County Code. The proposed new contract ensures the City remains compliant with State law and maintains access to essential public health services under the authority of the County's Health Officer.
Reviewed for Fiscal Impact:
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Siamlu Cox
Attachment:
A. Contract No. PH005662 for Public Health Services
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