TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM: Public Health
MEETING DATE: July 7, 2026
DEPARTMENT CONTACT:
Jenine Miller, Psy.D.
PHONE:
707-472-2341
ITEM TYPE: Consent Agenda
TIME ALLOCATED FOR ITEM: N/A
AGENDA TITLE:
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Approval of Retroactive Agreement with James G. Flaherty, MD., in the Amount of $77,350, to Support Mendocino County Public Health California Children's Services (CCS) as a Medical Consultant, to Serve in the Capacity of Deputy Health Officer as the Local Health Registrar, and to Support the Emergency Preparedness Program, Effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027
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RECOMMENDED ACTION/MOTION:
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Approve retroactive Agreement with for James G. Flaherty, MD in the amount of $77,350 to support Mendocino County Public Health California Children's Services (CCS) as a Medical Consultant, to serve in the capacity of Deputy Health Officer as the local Health Registrar, and to support the Emergency Preparedness program, effective July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027; authorize the Health Services Director to sign any future amendments that do not increase the maximum amount; and authorize Chair to sign same.
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PREVIOUS BOARD/BOARD COMMITTEE ACTIONS:
None.
SUMMARY OF REQUEST:
James G. Flaherty, MD.'s services are required in order to provide support for mandated state health programs, certification of local death and birth certificates, and provide subject matter expert information on Emergency Preparedness topics.
California Children's Services (CCS) provides essential medical care and support for children with specific health conditions, ensuring they receive the necessary treatment and services. The statewide initiative is designed to provide diagnosis, treatment, and medical case management for children under the age of 21 who have certain complex life-threatening health conditions.
The Local Registrar has the authority to sign and certify birth and death certificates for a county. This role involves receivin...
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