LEGISLATIVE RESEARCH CENTER
File #: 23-4863    Version: 1
Type: Contract Status: Passed
File created: 7/3/2023 In control: Health Department
On agenda: 7/17/2023 Final action: 7/17/2023
Title: Vote to approve annual contract between Chatham County Public Health Department and Chatham County Schools for school nurse and school wellness program positions at CCS
Attachments: 1. FY24 Health Dept. and Schools Contract Final

Title

Vote to approve annual contract between Chatham County Public Health Department and Chatham County Schools for school nurse and school wellness program positions at CCS

 

Abstract

Action Requested: Vote to approve contract between Chatham County Public Health Department and Chatham County Schools.

                     

Introduction & Background: The Chatham County Public Health Department contracts annually with Chatham County Schools to provide funding for two school nurses (through state grant funds) and one School Health and Wellness Program Facilitator position that works closely with wellness instructors to implement the healthful living curriculum. This position also coordinates the School Health Advisory Council.

 

Discussion & Analysis: The total amount of the contract exceeds $100,000 therefore requiring commissioner approval.

 

How does this relate to the Comprehensive Plan: Aligns with goal to foster a healthy community, starting with Chatham’s younger residents.

                     

Budgetary Impact: This contract is already accounted for in the budget.

                     

Recommendation: Vote to approve contract between Chatham County Public Health Department and Chatham County Schools.